Canada–India Security Pact Risks Enabling Transnational Repression: Sikh Federation Canada Letter to Public Safety Minister

October 12, 2026

In a formal submission to Minister Gary Anandasangaree, Sikh Federation Canada has voiced deep concern over Ottawa’s decision to deepen security and intelligence-sharing mechanisms with New Delhi. Warning that bilateral counter-terror and extradition frameworks could be weaponized against Sikh dissidents, the advocacy body demanded an immediate suspension of these arrangements alongside an independent public inquiry into Indian transnational repression on Canadian soil.

Sikh Federation Raises Alarm Over Expanded Canada–India Security Cooperation Amid Ongoing Transnational Repression

October 12, 2026

Following a new security and extradition agreement between Canada and India, the Sikh Federation Canada is urging the Canadian government to suspend the pact. The organization warns that expanded intelligence-sharing risks facilitating transnational repression against Sikh political advocates and compromises human rights for diplomatic ties.

SFI Highlights Transnational Repression and Human Rights Violations in High-Level Washington and OAS Meetings

August 26, 2026

Sikh Federation International raises concerns over transnational repression, human rights violations in Punjab, and the global spread of Hindutva during high-level Washington and OAS meetings.

US Sikh Organizations Urge Secretary of State to Deny Entry to RSS Chief Mohan Bhagwat

August 22, 2026

Three US-based Sikh organizations have urged Secretary of State Marco Rubio to deny entry to RSS chief Mohan Bhagwat, citing concerns over religious freedom, minority persecution, and alleged transnational repression.

On UN Experts Letter to Canada on Threats to Sikh Activist in Canada and Transnational Repression

August 10, 2026

The global geopolitical landscape is shifting rapidly, and Sikhs and Punjab have emerged as pivotal factors in South Asian affairs.

Carney Government Must Heed UN Warning on Sikh Activist: WSO Canada

August 5, 2026

The World Sikh Organization of Canada has welcomed a joint intervention by five UN Special Rapporteurs urging Canada to strengthen protections for Sikh activist Moninder Singh Bual, accelerate investigations into credible threats against him, and address India's alleged campaign of transnational repression targeting Sikh activists.

Five United Nations Special Rapporteurs and Independent Experts’ Letter to Canada on India’s Transnational Repression

August 4, 2026

UN experts' communication explicitly places threats to Sikh activists in Canada within a broader pattern of India’s transnational repression targeting Sikh dissidents across the diaspora and was shared with the Government of India as well.

UN Officials Confront India’s Transnational Repression and Threats Against Bhai Moninder Singh

August 4, 2026

The United Nations has raised concerns over alleged transnational repression targeting Sikh activists, highlighting threats against Sikh Federation (Canada) spokesperson Bhai Moninder Singh. In a communication to Canada, five UN experts urged authorities to ensure his protection, investigate the reported threats, and provide accountability regarding ongoing security concerns.

US DOJ Unseals Indictments Against Indian Gangsters: Charges Include Assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar

July 9, 2026

The US DOJ unsealed indictments against 37 individuals tied to Indian transnational crime syndicates in "Operation Hard Ball." Charges span drug trafficking, racketeering, and the 2023 assassination of Sikh leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada.

Sikh Federation Canada Demands Public Inquiry Following US Indictment of Bishnoi Network

July 8, 2026

The Sikh Federation (Canada) is calling for an independent public inquiry and greater transparency following U.S. indictments against individuals linked to the Bishnoi network. The organization says the developments raise serious concerns about foreign interference, transnational repression, and the assassination of Hardeep Singh Nijjar in Canada.