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The 1984 Sikh Genocide
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In 1984, the assassination of then-Prime Minister Indira Gandhi led to the killing of thousands of Sikhs in India. Canadian Sikhs commemorate this tragedy by observing the National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women and Children.
Image 8: (Gyapong, 2019)
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Quebec’s Bill 21
Québec’s controversial Bill 21 bans public sector workers and officials, including teachers, from wearing religious symbols at work. This has particularly affected Sikh public servants in Canada.
Racial Profiling
Sikhs have experienced racial profiling and hate crimes, including the tragic Oak Creek massacre in Wisconsin, USA. Canadian Sikhs continue to advocate for policies to combat hate crimes and hate speech.
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