Report finds Sikh discrimination is on the rise

Report finds Sikh discrimination is on the rise

April 19, 2026 1:55 pm EST.

A recent national report released by the World Sikh Organization of Canada found that more than 80 per cent of respondents believe discrimination and hate against Sikhs has increased over the past five years. Rashmeen Rupal reports.

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