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A film that honours the work and sacrifice of Sikh soldiers is now being screened across Canada. “Promises” is a labour of love from a local filmmaker. As Taya Fast reports, it highlights a chapter of history many may not know about.

Canada has one of the largest Sikh diasporas in the world. Santbir Singh, Research Associate at the Sikh Research Institute, speaks to Miranda Anthistle about the significant historical contributions of Sikh Canadians.

Known as the oldest existing gurdwara in North America, the Gur Sikh Temple in Abbotsford is preserved as a National Historic Site and home to the Sikh Heritage Museum. Global’s Safeeya Pirani visits the landmark to learn about the contributions of the Sikh pioneers in the early 1900s, and how it remains a lasting symbol...

Operation Hard Ball has put the spotlight on three India-based crime groups and raised new questions about the reach of organized crime in Canada. We speak with Balpreet Singh of the World Sikh Organization of Canada.

An international crackdown on the notorious Bishnoi gang by the FBI today involving organized crime groups charged with murder, extortion, and drug trafficking. As Catherine Urquhart reports, the indictments detail what allegedly led up to the assassination of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Surrey three years ago.

It’s an international crackdown on three india-based criminal groups, including the notorious Lawrence Bishnoi gang, involved with murder, extortion and drug trafficking across the globe. The FBI announced multiple arrests this week, including 4 men here in B.C. in what they are calling ‘Operation Hard Ball’. Joining us with reaction is Danish Singh, president of...

Imprisoned Indian gang leader Lawrence Bishnoi and his alleged associate, Satinderjeet Singh, also known as Goldy Brar, are accused of ordering the June 2023 murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Surrey, B.C. Sarah MacDonald has Canadian reaction to the charges, and how the operation is reshaping the narrative of Nijjar’s assassination.

There has been a big break in the crackdown on transnational criminal gangs based in India; gangs accused of extortion, drug-trafficking, kidnapping and targeted killings – including the murder of Sikh activist Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Surrey, B.C., three years ago. Acting together, the RCMP and FBI arrested three people in B.C., 13 in the...

 Hundreds of people gathered in Southampton, England on Tuesday to protest the killing of 18-year-old Henry Nowak — whose death sparked national scrutiny of police conduct after bodycam footage showed him being arrested as he lay dying from stab wounds. “I can’t breathe,” Nowak told police responding to the violent altercation. The killer, meanwhile — 23-year-old...

Learning about the contributions and rich history of Sikh Canadians to both our province and country. April is Sikh Heritage Month and we are now joined by the author of ‘Untold Stories: The South Asian Pioneer Experience in B.C. and the producer of documentary ‘Hidden Histories The Sikh Migration Path to Canada,’ Karen Dosanjh.

As Saskatchewan marks Sikh Heritage Month with celebrations at the legislature, one Regina based initiative is turning those values into action on the ground. The Guru Nanak Free Kitchen has been serving free meals and groceries every Sunday for the past decade – helping hundreds of people facing food insecurity and rising living costs. Run...

April is considered to be the Sikh Heritage Month in Canada and as part of it, Hersh Singh is taking a closer look at the vibrant Winnipeg hubs of the community.

April marks Sikh Heritage Month across the country and it’s a chance to celebrate and recognize the long-standing history, accomplishments and contributions Canadian Sikhs have made to Canada. Mohnaam Kaur, of Sikh Heritage BC joins Global News Morning to discuss more about the significance of this month.

The community of Castleridge was packed as thousands of Sikh Calgarians gathered for Nagar Kirtan, a festival where Sikhs give back to the community. Drew Stremick reports.

As Sikh heritage month comes to a close, a short film called ‘Promises’ will hold its inaugural B.C. screening. Filmmaker, Steven Purewal, joins Global News Morning with more.

Living in your own skin and not hiding from who you are can be freeing, it can also give you pause for thought. “Hide and Sikh: Letters from a Life in Brown Skin”, is authored by Sunny Dhillon, he speaks with Jennifer Palma.

A huge celebration in the streets of South Vancouver Saturday, as tens of thousands in the Sikh community mark Vaisakhi with the annual parade. It’s one of the first major public events to take place with renewed safety in mind, in the wake of last year’s Lapu Lapu Festival tragedy. Paul Johnson reports.

This year’s Vancouver Vaisakhi Festival is coming up this Saturday. Pall Beesla form the Khalsa Diwan Society talks about changes to this years’ parade route and Sikh Heritage Month.

Carney’s trip to India was met with a sense of outrage and betrayal by members of B.C.’s Sikh community on Thursday. Travis Prasad reports.

Prominent Canadian Sikh activist Moninder Singh says he’s been warned by police about a “credible threat” to his life and the lives of his family. Mackenzie Gray explains why Singh suspects India’s government is behind the threat, and why he’s upset about Prime Minister Mark Carney’s upcoming trade mission in India.