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The Q and A considered various aspects of Sikh history. Gurinder gave the foundation of the Sikh Misl, whilst Peter explained the rise of the Sukerchakia Misl. Both authors explained how the Sikh Empire was shaped focussing not just on the military aspects but also on the renaissance in the arts.

The inspiration behind the Climate Crisis Anthem music video did not come to me all at once... Khalsa has a history of being helpers and saviors... Acting on the broad canvas of history, they serve the good of all.

Gumtala further added that numerous Canadian citizens, permanent residents, and other visa holders travel year-round from across Canada to Punjab for business, pleasure, and family reasons. After complete COVID-19 lockdown in India during late March 2020, it was estimated that over 40,000 Canadian residents were stuck in Punjab.

In my creative exploration I have found that each scene is individually so potent with emotion and meaning that every painting must stand alone in style, colour and form so that it can convey its' own singular message.

The item has been described as “iron sword inscription- on the sword mentions the name of the Sikh religious Guru Hargobind Das. The inscription is in Persian language and written in Nastaliq Style of Caligraphy”. The small dagger can be better described as a PeshKabz and dates from the eighteenth century based on the information supplied, it is supported with a sheath.

The 3d model allows visitors to see the Dastar from different angles and see it close up. This forms part of the Anglo Sikh Virtual Museum project which has been used by schools, and educational institutions across the world.

India is offering 6 month visas, Canada has promised permanent resettlement to 20,000 and US Sikhs are urging leaders to accept refugees from Afghanistan after the Taliban assumed power over the country.

The increasing barrenness of the Earth also reflects a spiritual emptiness within humans

This is Dr. Sahota’s second award in the past three years; the first one was the CSA Fellow Award in 2018! The award includes a suitably engraved plaque, free conference registration, a speaking slot of at least 30 minutes at the CSA Annual General Meeting (AGM)/Conference and up to $2500 for travel expenses to present at the AGM. This year’s conference is virtual because of COVID-19.