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Sikh Heritage Month Exhibition at McGill University — Montreal, Quebec 2025

Period: 2025

Theme: Sikh Heritage Month — Canadian Sikh History and Cultural Exhibits

The Sikh Heritage Month Exhibition at McGill University in Montreal, Quebec 2025 brought together a rich collection of Sikh history and cultural artifacts curated by the Sikh National Archives of Canada. The exhibition featured pull-up banners highlighting Canadian Sikh soldiers from WWII, the Punjabi Newspaper 1979 collection, the Sikh Canadians postage stamp, Khalsa Day, and biographies of prominent Sikh figures such as Giani Kesar Singh, Private Bukam Singh, Francis Pegahmagabow, and Shaheed Mewa Singh Lopoke. The display included archival newspapers, photo albums, historical documents, and an abstract artwork by Keerat Kaur. A thank-you card from the McGill Sikh Students Association, signed by their President Harsimran, expressed gratitude for the Archives' contributions in celebrating Sikh Heritage Month and honoring the rich history, values, and vibrant culture of the Sikh community.