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Sikh soldiers fought for our freedom and we’ll fight to protect theirs: NDP

Ottawa, Canada (September 19, 2013): As per a press release (dated: September 18, 2013), a copy of which is sent to the Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) by Amneet Singh (Press Secretary of New Democratic Party - NDP), [w]hile addressing growing concern about the PQ Charter of Values in Quebec, NDP Leader Tom Mulcair promised to fight against institutionalized discrimination in honour of Sikh Veterans.

Canada: New Democrats categorically opposed to proposed PQ Charter of values

Ottawa, Canada (September 11, 2013): Official Opposition leader Tom Mulcair sent a clear message on September 10, 2013 that the NDP will steadfastly continue to defend human rights, in reaction to the Parti Québécois’ proposed Charter of Values.

Canada: NDP remembers difender of Human Rights Jaswant Singh Khalra

Ottawa, Canada (September 07, 2013): Canada’s New Democrats are reflecting on the 18 year anniversary (on September 06, 2013) since the abduction and eventual disappearance of Human Rights Defender, Jaswant Singh Khalra.

Act now to help refugees and reunite syrian families: NDP

Ottawa, Canada (September 05, 2013): According to a press statement by Canada's NDP party, a copy of which is received by Sikh Siyasat News via email: [a]s the humanitarian tragedy grows, the Conservative government must live up to its promises to speed up the process of reuniting Syrians families.

The Gadri Babai – A Proud History: NDP leader Tom Mulcair

Surrey, BC (August 14, 2013): Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) has received a statement by Canada' New Democratic Party (NDP) leader Tom Mulcair regarding Gadri Babai via email.

Canada: Statement by NDP MP Rathika Sitsabaiesan on Black July

Ontario, Canada (July 23, 2013): Canada's New Democratic Party (NDP) MP Rathika Sitsabaiesan (Scarborough – Rouge River) has issued a statement on 30th anniversary of "Black July" - July 1983, when hundreds of Tamils were killed and thousands more were displaced as their homes and businesses were distroyed in Sri Lanka.

Statement by Official Opposition Leader Tom Mulcair on the 29th anniversary of the Darbar Sahib invasion

I extend deep sympathies on the 29th anniversary of the invasion of the Darbar Sahib or Golden Temple and dozens of other Gurdwaras in Punjab India. The tragic events that began in June of 1984 and the subsequent repercussions have left an indelible mark on the Sikh community and the whole Indian community, in Canada and abroad.

Prof. Bhullar’s issue remained in focus during Khalsa Sajna Nagar Kirtan in Toronto

Toronto, Canada (May 07, 2013): It is learnt that more than eighty thousand Sikhs participated in Khalsa Sajna Nagar Kirtan that was held on May 05, 2013 in Toronto, Canada. The Nagar Kirtan started from Gurudwara Singh Sabha, Melton and concluded at Sikh Spiritual Centre, Rexdale.

NDP leader Tom Mulcair writes to Canadian PM to take up issue of Prof. Bhullar with India

Human rights organizations have expressed that Prof. Bhullar was arrested under the now-lapsed Terrorist and Disruptive Activities Act, which had no provisions for appeals to the High Court.

WSO Welcomes Passing of Khalra Resolution at NDP Convention

Ottawa Canada (April 16, 2013): The World Sikh Organization of Canada welcomes the passing of a resolution recognizing Jaswant Singh Khalra as an “important defender of human rights” at the NDP National Convention in Montreal on April 14, 2013.

NDP passes resolution to recognize Jaswant Singh Khalra as an “Important Defender of Human Rights”

Montreal, Canada (April 1, 2013): It is learnt that 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 unanimously.Montreal, Canada (April 1, 2013): It is learnt that 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 unanimously.

Canada: Statement by Official Opposition Leader Tom Mulcair for Bandi Chhor Divas

On behalf of Canada's New Democrats, I would like to extend my warmest wishes to all Canadians celebrating Diwali, Deepavali and Bandi Chhor Divas.

Canada: Statement by New Democrat Leader Thomas Mulcair on the tragedy of November 1984 in India

Canada (November 04, 2012): The New Democratic Party leader Tom Mulcair issued a statement on November 01, 2012 regarding the planned, widespread and systematic massacres of Sikhs in India 28 years ago in November 1984.

Statement from NDP Leader Tom Mulcair on Remembering 1984

It is with great sorrow that I extend my sympathies on the 28th anniversary of the invasion of the Darbar Sahib complex, also known as the Golden Temple, and dozens of Gurduaras in Punjab, India. The tragic events that unfolded over the course of those sweltering days in June, and the subsequent killings in November, have deeply hurt the Sikh community, both in India and abroad.

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