Sikhs in Canada
This province has the largest Sikh population in Canada.
What is British Columbia?
This 1699 event marked the formal creation of the Khalsa by Guru Gobind Singh Ji.
What is Vaisakhi (the creation of the Khalsa)?
This Guru was executed in Delhi for refusing to convert to Islam and protecting religious freedom.
Who is Guru Tegh Bahadur Ji?
This Sikh principle emphasizes fairness, justice, and standing up for others—rooted in Guru Nanak’s teachings.
What is Sarbat da Bhala (welfare of all)?
This organization advocates globally for victims of the 1984 anti-Sikh violence.
What is Sikhs for Justice?
This Sikh Canadian became the first person of colour to lead a major federal political party.
Who is Jagmeet Singh?
This early 20th-century movement fought for Sikh control of Gurdwaras from corrupt British-backed managers.
What is the Akali Movement (Gurdwara Reform Movement)?
The sons of Guru Gobind Singh Ji, known as the Chhote Sahibzaade, were martyred in this city for refusing to give up their faith.
What is Sirhind?
In 2019, this province allowed Sikh motorcyclists to ride without helmets, recognizing religious freedom.
What is British Columbia?
Farmers from Punjab and Haryana protested these 2020 laws, calling them pro-corporate.
What are the Indian Farm Laws?
In 1989, this RCMP officer won the right to wear a turban as part of his uniform.
Who is Baltej Singh Dhillon?
Founded in North America in 1913, this movement worked to free India from British rule.
What is the Ghadar Movement?
This Sikh leader was killed in 1984 defending the Golden Temple during Operation Blue Star and is remembered as a key figure of the Dharam Yudh Morcha.
Who is Sant Jarnail Singh Bhindranwale?
This legal battle in the UK in the 1980s upheld Sikh students’ right to wear turbans in schools.
What is the Mandla v. Dowell Lee case?
This recent campaign has called for the release of Sikh political prisoners detained for decades.
What is the Free Sikh Prisoners Movement?
This month is officially recognized in parts of Canada to celebrate Sikh history and contributions
What is Sikh Heritage Month (April)?
This 1984 event, in which the Indian Army attacked the Golden Temple, led to global Sikh advocacy for justice and human rights.
What is Operation Blue Star?
The 1919 massacre in Amritsar galvanized Sikh and Indian resistance against British colonialism.
What is the Jallianwala Bagh Massacre?
In the U.S., this Sikh advocacy organization provides legal aid and representation for hate crime victims.
What is the Sikh Coalition?
This digital movement has raised awareness of Sikh identity and discrimination online through storytelling.
What is #IamSikh or #SikhProject?
The 1914 incident reflected systemic discrimination when a ship carrying Indian passengers was denied entry to Canada.
What is the Komagata Maru?
After 1849, following the British annexation of Punjab, this rebellion sought to restore Sikh sovereignty.
What is the Sikh Resistance or Rebellion after the Anglo-Sikh Wars?
This 18th-century Sikh woman led warriors at the Battle of Muktsar, earning fame as a fearless Khalsa commander.
Who is Mai Bhago (Mata Bhag Kaur)?
In 2006, this law banning religious symbols in schools led to major protests by Sikh students.
What is the French Secularism Law (Laïcité)?
This ongoing debate concerns the demand for a separate Sikh homeland, first vocalized in the 20th century.
What is the Khalistan Movement?