Brampton, Canada: Today, NDP MPP Jagmeet Singh spoke about the importance of inclusion, multiculturalism and diversity at a Brampton United Against Racism Rally at City Hall (2 Wellington St. W) “Racism has no place in our community,” said Singh. “We must stand united and together call for an end to hatred and violence against all people, regardless of faith, creed, colour ...

Ontario, Canada: The leader of the Official Opposition Tom Mulcair made the following statement on Mela Gadri Babian Da: “On this day of festivities for Canada’s Punjabi community, I would like to send my warmest wishes to all Canadians of Punjabi descent, along with their families.” This time last year, Catherine and I were lucky enough to join in the ...

Ottawa, Canada: Today, members of the NDP Caucus hosted Bibi Jagdish Kaur and her son Bhai Gurdeep Singh as they shared their story of survival during the tragic pogroms of 1984 that targeted Sikh men, women and children in New Delhi and many other parts of India. “Bibi Ji is a powerful orator, her story is deeply moving and her ...

Ottawa, Canada: Canada’s New Democrats are reflecting on the 18 year anniversary since the abduction and eventual disappearance of Human Rights Defender, Jaswant Singh Khalra. In April 2013, with thunderous applause and support at the federal NDP convention in Montreal, a resolution to recognize Jaswant Singh Khalra as a defender of human rights was passed by the membership of Canada’s NDP. ...

Ottawa, Canada:  New Democrats are expressing concern over the safety of Punjab Police sub inspector Surjit Singh following allegations of police participation in forced disappearances in the Punjab. Surjit Singh recently revealed that as a member of the Punjab Police, he participated in the murders of 83 Sikh youth on the orders of his superiors. Mr. Singh made further allegations ...