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17 Sep

SFJ Issues Fresh Threat, Plans ‘Siege’ at Indian Consulate in Vancouver

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Vancouver (Rajeev Sharma): Pro-Khalistan outfit Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) has once again escalated its campaign, declaring that it will “occupy” the Indian Consulate in Vancouver on Thursday. The group, which operates from the United States, appealed to members of the Indo-Canadian community to avoid visiting the consulate on that day. Alongside its announcement, SFJ circulated a poster portraying India’s new High Commissioner, Dinesh Patnaik, with a target mark on his image. The group alleged that Indian diplomatic offices in Canada were functioning as intelligence hubs, keeping tabs on supporters of the Khalistan Referendum. SFJ tied its latest move to Canadian…

10 Aug

Site C Dam in Northern B.C. Now Fully Operational, Set to Power Half a Million Homes

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Vancouver (Richa Walia): BC Hydro has announced that the Site C dam, located along the Peace River near Fort St. John, is now fully operational following the activation of its sixth and final turbine. In a statement issued Saturday, the Crown corporation confirmed that the completion of this final stage allows the dam to generate up to 1,100 megawatts of electricity — enough to supply power to approximately 500,000 homes each year. Adrian Dix, B.C.’s Minister of Energy and Climate Solutions, hailed the milestone as a significant step toward energy security in the province. “Generations of British Columbians will benefit…

07 Jul

Indians in Canada Face Steep Housing Costs in Top Cities

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Canada’s vibrant Indian diaspora continues to grow across major cities, but soaring housing prices are posing significant challenges for families hoping to own a home.According to recent figures, Toronto remains the city with the highest Indian population, exceeding 650,000 residents. However, the average home price in Toronto has climbed to $1.1 million, requiring a family income of at least $250,000 to afford a property comfortably.Vancouver, which hosts more than 260,000 people of Indian origin, tops the chart with the highest average house price among the five cities at $1.24 million. Families there would need to earn around…

30 May

No Attestation Required for Apostilled Canadian Documents: Indian Consulate in Vancouver

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Vancouver (National Times): In a significant development aimed at streamlining documentation processes for Indian nationals in Canada, the Consulate General of India in Vancouver has announced that Canadian documents bearing an apostille do not require further attestation for use in India. The update comes as both India and Canada are signatories to the Hague Convention of 1961, which abolished the need for legalisation of foreign public documents between member countries. Under this agreement, apostilled documents from Canada are now recognized as fully legalized in India, eliminating the need for additional certification by Indian consulates. According to the notice, the types…

23 May

Steve Rai Becomes First Punjabi Sikh Chief of Vancouver Police

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Vancouver (National Times): The Vancouver Police Department has appointed Steve Rai as its new Chief Constable, making history as the first Punjabi Sikh to assume the role in the department’s more than 130-year history. Rai, a respected figure within the force, brings over three decades of policing experience to the position. Known for his dedication to community safety and progressive leadership, Rai’s career began after serving in the Canadian Armed Reserves during his university years—a background that shaped his disciplined and service-driven approach to policing. “This appointment reflects the evolving face of our city and our commitment to inclusive leadership,”…

21 Apr

Vancouver Gurdwara Vandalised with Khalistan Slogans; Sikh Leaders Urge Unity

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Vancouver (Rajeev Sharma): A wave of concern has rippled through Vancouver’s Sikh community after the Ross Street Gurdwara was vandalised with pro-Khalistan graffiti. The act has prompted widespread condemnation from local religious leaders and sparked a police investigation. Vancouver Police confirmed the incident and said they are working to identify the individuals responsible, though no suspects have been arrested as of yet. The Khalsa Diwan Society, the organization managing the gurdwara, pointed fingers at a small group of Sikh separatists for the act. In a strongly worded statement, the society accused these individuals of trying to divide the community and…