While we are hearing a lot about the 30th anniversary of 1984 this year, how can we make ourselves relevant to this historic year? Or, then again, is this history even relevant to us? Some of us think that 30 years is a long time. That, sitting in the diaspora, June 1984 is something that [...]
September 8, 2014
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General
Some observe Indian Independence Day as “Black Day”. Why? Because the notion of independence and freedom is a dream that has yet to be realized. From adherence to international law, democratic principles, human rights and social justice, some feel India cannot ignore her failures and that using Independence Day as an excuse to sweep all of India’s shortcomings under the rug of [...]
August 15, 2014
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Brampton United Against Racism will be hosting a Rally against the latest anti-immigration flyer that has spread across the streets of Brampton, once again. Brampton is one of the most diverse and multicultural cities in Canada and visible minorities such as South Asians, African Canadians, West Indian, Latin American, Filipino, Chinese, Arabs, Japanese, Korean, and more make [...]
August 8, 2014
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Inspired by Jaswant Singh Khalra - from Punjab to Palestine we express our solidarity with the innocent men, women and children of Gaza.
The darkness of war that has overcome the occupied territories of Gaza can be challenged with love and solidarity. We offer our solidarity on behalf of the Khalsa Panth and Sikh community [...]
July 21, 2014
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I stepped into that theatre not entirely knowing what to expect, but not expecting something like Sadda Haq (which I thought was really well done). And then the movie started and I was taken aback by the realness of the images before me, by the humanness of the families being portrayed and by the storyline [...]
June 27, 2014
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General, Music & Art
The power of the people is strong. In an article posted online a few weeks back the Sikh Activist Network questioned why Punjabi Singers were endorsing Parkash Badal and Modi (read here). With a considerable amount of greivances against these two politicians, including an array of allegations ranging from corruption, torture and genocide, what good come [...]
April 16, 2014
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Jazzy B has released a video endorsement in praise of Badal and Modi. Jazzy B has been one of few singers that has openly supported the shaheeds of 1984, praised the call for justice and more. Jazzy B definitely has a soft spot for the struggle in his heart, so why this video? Is this [...]
March 26, 2014
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The German government has laid charges against a 45 year old Indian for foreign interference. Federal prosecutors have changed the man for spying on those belonging to Sikh organizations and passing on information to Indian intelligence services. For many years, Sikh Canadians have expressed similar concerns of foreign interference and spying. The recent news raises suspicion that [...]
March 24, 2014
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It’s official soccers international governing body FIFA has ruled in favour of authorisinghead covers for religious purposes during all matches. Yes, that means Quebec must now adopt the international bodies regulations, meaning both Muslim women and Sikhs will be provided protection when stepping onto the soccer field. FIFA did add that male players will also [...]
March 1, 2014
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