Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney celebrates Sikh Heritage Month, joins community service at gurdwara in Ottawa
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney visited Gurdwara Sahib Ottawa on Saturday (local time), where he joined members of the Sikh community in community service as part of the 2026 Sikh Heritage Month celebrations.Sharing details and a video of his visit on X, Carney explained the importance of Canada’s Sikh community, noting that the country is home to the second-largest Sikh population in the world. “Canada has the second largest Sikh community in the world. During this Sikh Heritage Month, we celebrate the generations of Canadian Sikh women and men who have contributed to our shared prosperity, strengthened our communities, and helped build a stronger Canada,” he said.
Sikh Heritage Month Celebrations All over Canada
Sikh Heritage Month is celebrated with a series of cultural and community events across the country. According to news agency ANI, this year’s celebrations include the launch of an exhibition titled Baaghi ja Badshah, which explores key phases in Sikh history, portraying the community as rebels and leaders struggling for a just and moral society.The exhibition reflects the Sikh concept of Halimi Raj, a vision centered around fairness, justice and moral judgement.
Diaspora events highlight cultural ties between India and Canada
Earlier on April 13, the Indian Consulate in Toronto, in collaboration with Virasat-e-Khalsa, celebrated the Vaisakhi Festival along with the Sikh Heritage Month. The event brought together members of the Indian community and community leaders, and highlighted cultural ties between India and Canada.High Commissioner Dinesh K Patnaik described the diaspora as a “living thread” connecting the two countries, while Consul General Mahavir Singhvi emphasized the global resonance of Vaisakhi and Sikh heritage.
The celebrations included traditional bhangra and gida performances, live music, and dadi varan performances, showcasing the Sikh values of courage, faith and community.Sikh Heritage Month, observed annually in April, recognizes the contributions of Sikh Canadians and their role in shaping the social and cultural fabric of the country.
