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Muslim men, Sikh women, Christians, and most Jews are not required by their religions to display any religious symbols

He Fought to Mainstream the Turban

Jagdeesh Mann June 29, 2016 No Comments Legion Sikh Turban Vancouver

One of the most celebrated veterans in Canada, Retired Lieutenant Colonel Pritam Singh Jauhal, passed away peacefully this past week with his family by his side. He was 95 years old. Lt. Col. Singh served…

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Sikhs Vow to Litigate Helmets Issue

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The Canadian Sikh Association says it will consider whatever legal options remain, if lobbying efforts fail to reverse a decision by Ontario last week to reject a motorcycle helmet exemption for devout Sikhs. The CSA…

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