Tom Mulcair

Statement by the Leader of the Official Opposition, Tom Mulcair, 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 traditional celebrations in Surrey, B.C. The community welcomed us with open arms, and we experienced the vitality and exuberance of Punjabi culture first hand.

Canada’s Official Opposition and NDP wishes “Happy Vaisakhi”

Ontario, Canada (April 12, 2014): In a statement, a copy of which is sent to the Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) by the NDP, the official opposition of Canada and the New Democratic Party (NDP) has sent greetings on Khalsa Sajna Day (Vaisakhi).

Canada: Official Opposition Leader Tom Mulcair statement on the occasion of Parkash Gurpurb of Guru Nanak Sahib Ji

Ontario, Canada (November 16, 2013): Canada’s Official Opposition leader and New Democratic Party (NDP) head Tim Mulcair has issued a statement on the occasion of Parkash Gurpurb of Guru Nanak Sahib Ji.

Canada: Throne speech leaves families waiting to be reunited and youth without jobs, says NDP

Ottawa, Canada (October 23, 2013): “When it comes to the recently delivered Speech from the Throne, Canadian families and youth continue to be left in the dark” reads a press release by New Democratic Party (NDP), a copy of which was sent to the Sikh Siyasat News (SSN) by NDP Press secretary Amneet Singh.

United Sikhs salutes NDP Leader for standing behind the turban

Quebec, Canada (September 24, 2013): “Sikhs have fought in both World Wars while wearing their turbans. 200,000 Sikhs soldiers sacrificed their lives, 90,000 died and 100,000 were injured. They fought side by side with other soldiers, while wearing their turbans,” said New Democratic Party Leader (NDP) Thomas Mulcair. NDP Leader Mulcair promised to fight against institutionalized discrimination in honour of Sikh Veterans.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Aap sabh noo, Guru Nanak Sahib Ji de parkash utsav dee lakh lakh vadaee hove ji, says NDP Leader

Statement by Official Opposition Leader Thomas Mulcair on Guru Nanak’s birthday To all followers of the Sikh faith, I extend my best wishes during Gurpurab. [...]

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.

Tom Mulcair Responds: Tells India he won’t be bullied; stands firm on 1984 Statement

Canada (June 22, 2012 – Sikh Activist Netowrk): Every June and November, Sikhs in Canada (and globally) are curious to see what Canadian politicians will ...