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Holi, the festival of colours, is traditionally a time of joy, renewal, and togetherness. This year, however, celebrations across several Canadian communities carried an added layer of emotion. Alongside the vibrant colours and festive songs, community members paused to offer prayers for Nancy Grewal, whose tragic killing has deeply shaken many across the country.

HCF stands firmly with PM @MarkJCarney to rebuild a strong Canada. We condemn the ongoing #Khalistani  targeting of elected Canadian leaders @MarkJCarney, @AnitaAnandMP, and @Dave_Eby. Bullying has no place in our democracy. Infographics like THIS targeting Canadian PM Mark Carney are completely unacceptable. In the past, #Khalistani  extremists used similar infographics and bullet imagery to threaten the foreign PM and consulate. By featuring a half-image of PM Mark Carney,

Across Canada, a powerful movement is rising. From Vancouver to Halifax, Canadians from every background have gathered in parks, community centres, and public squares to hold vigils and peaceful demonstrations. Their message is clear: the world cannot stay silent while non‑Muslim religious minorities in Bangladesh continue to face violence, displacement, and systemic persecution.

Hindu Canadian Foundation (HCF) and @JainCanadian  have spent the past year working closely with the @RegionofDurham  to develop and implement a comprehensive hate‑reporting tool designed for all communities, with a dedicated focus on the needs and lived experiences of Hindu Canadians. We are pleased to inform Hindu Canadians across the country, especially those in the Durham Region, that the tool has now officially launched and is live. HCF’s priority throughout this process

Hindu Canadian Foundation (HCF) formally recognized the MP @AHousefather 's leadership in proposing an amendment to Bill C‑9, ensuring that the sacred Hindu symbol “Swastika” is not misrepresented or conflated with the Nazi hate symbol, Hakenkreuz. This clarification is vital for protecting Hindu heritage, preventing cultural misinterpretation, and upholding the dignity of a symbol that has been revered for thousands of years.

Conservative MP Melissa Lantsman stood in the Canadian Parliament to highlight the escalating violence faced by Hindus in Bangladesh. Speaking on behalf of petitioners, she drew attention to over 2,000 incidents in 2024 alone, including: • Arson attacks on Hindu homes and businesses • Mob violence and forced displacement against Hindu Community • Sexual assaults targeting Hindu women and girls • Temple demolitions destroying sacred spaces

Hindu Canadians Celebrate Landmark Victory in Parliament: Swastika Removed from Bill C-9 as a reference to Hate Symbol

Hindu Canadian Foundation (HCF) expresses its deep condemnation of the latest CTV broadcast that provided a platform to an individual who appeared with a background poster explicitly stating “NO Hindi,” “NO Hindutva,” and “NO Hindustan.”

A Win for the Community, But Vigilance Needed: While the withdrawal of the ban was a major victory for the Hindu Canadians, the process revealed troubling gaps in democratic practice:

Protecting Dharma Starts with Us and Our Places of Worship: SAVE Temples, Save Traditions. On this sacred occasion of Navratri 2025. when...

In a landmark move for Canadian media, the Toronto Star has officially revised its article to correctly identify the Nazi emblem as the Hakenkreuz, not the sacred Swastika—a correction hailed by advocacy groups as a historic step toward responsible journalism and cultural respect.

It is deeply concerning to see the sacred Hindu symbol “Swastika” mischaracterized. The Swastika, revered by approximately 1.5 billion Hindus worldwide including over 1.5 million in Canada, is a symbol of peace and well-being with thousands of years of cultural significance. Jewish organizations, including @bnaibrithcanada , have clearly differentiated the Swastika from the hate symbol “Hakenkreuz,” often referred to as the Nazi emblem. Groups such as Hindu Canadian Foundatio

Hindu Canadian Foundation Condemns Khalistani Extremism and Calls for Protection of Hindu Canadians During PM Modi’s Visit to Canada...

Advocating for Accurate Terminology: Distinguishing the Sacred Swastika from the Nazi Hakenkreuz

On January 27, 2025, members of the Hindu Canadian community participated in an enlightening educational session organized by the...

On World Human Rights Day, Canadian Hindus Protest Atrocities Against Minorities in Bangladesh

[Toronto, Canada] – The Hindu community strongly urges Walmart to immediately remove the following products from its website due to their of

January 22 has been recognized as Ayodhya Ram Mandir Day in Canada, honouring the historic restoration of the sacred Shri Ram Mandir in Ayodhya.