Trying to recall which terror attacks in Canada racialized immigrants were involved in…the Quebec mosque shooting…Toronto van attack..the mowing down of 3 generations of the brown immigrant Afzaal family with a truck…no wait, that can’t be right…

Premier Doug Ford also blamed immigrants in Peel for Covid-19. He also blamed immigrants for the housing crisis last year. This political urge in Canada to scapegoat a diverse group of people the country needs for economic and social prosperity really needs to be quashed.

40 years ago, how were Sikhs in the diaspora learning about events unfolding in Punjab? The WSO has gone into the archives and compiled the news articles from that time. To commemorate 40 years of 1984, the WSO will post newspaper articles everyday for the next seven days

PODCAST LAUNCH!!!!!! I have some exciting news to share with you all My love for Punjabi language isn't breaking news, but my podcast is! A Very Punjabi Podcast is my way to delve into different flavours of Punjabi language Hope you enjoy the sneak peek: open.spotify.com/show/1u5Kwilr4…

Don't let anyone tell you that your story isn't important! I'm happy to say that I have been nominated for my 2nd RTDNA_Canada for exploring the art of Giddha, and how it's helping Punjabi-Canadian women connect with their roots. Listen to the piece here: cbc.ca/player/play/au…

So, so humbled by this list! Not only am I nominated for the Best Large Market Feature News-Audio, there are some half a dozen other nominations where I was involved in the story or coverage behind the scenes at CBC Van.

This just in: rich guy doesn’t want to pay more taxes, still tries to pretend to care about other people A timeless trope! Ps — remember when Shopify wouldn’t stop providing its services to LibsofTikTok, allowing it (at the time) to continue selling its anti-LGBTQ hate merch?

In the second episode of A Very Punjabi Podcast I explored the relationship Punjabis have with Mango, how this fruit shows up in our cultural practices and how its become a prominent image in the literature. Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/5qLFZx…

This is a huge personal win!!! Not only my reporting uncovered this loophole but showed to which extent shady landlords were misusing this clause in BC's Residential Tenancy Act Link to the story: cbc.ca/news/canada/br…

What would you do if you worked 120 hours without compensation? For many international students, nothing. Learn why: theijf.org/canada-interna…

My brother-in-law was involved in a horrific accident on Highway 17 in Surrey last Tuesday, he has since passed away due to extensive injuries I am devastated for my sister and their two young daughters, and I ask you to support them in this time gofundme.com/f/help-sandeep…

I can confirm that Sandeep's organs were donated to five individuals, he gave life to many when leaving us all I thank all of you who have share and donated to this fundraiser

Well deserved!🙌

The saga continues...

On this night 40 years ago, armed Indian mobs were in full swing in slaughtering 1000s of innocent Sikhs across India. The slaughter continued for 3-4 days, the Police not only stood by but in many case joined the murderous mobs ! #1984SikhGenocide

I've won the Best Canadian Local News RTDNA_Canada Award for a broadcast piece that celebrated Punjabi Canadian women I dedicate this award to Punjabi women who paved way for me to be here, for all those women who celebrate life in spite of incredible hardships. I thank you!

I haven't been active on here, but am planning on migrating to Bluesky as many of you are. Please follow me at: bsky.app/profile/vancit…