The Canadian government has communicated with the United Nations expressing ongoing worries about the safety of Sikh activist Moninder Singh based in British Columbia. Measures are being taken to counter any credible threats from foreign entities against individuals on Canadian ground, as confirmed in response to inquiries and appeals from five UN special rapporteurs in June. The government is urged to expedite investigations, hold accountable those responsible for threats, and ensure the safety of all Sikhs in Canada.
Canada is actively addressing threats against Moninder Singh, his family, and his work, following the unfortunate death of his associate Hardeep Singh Nijjar. Efforts are being made to detect and prevent transnational repression, online and offline, while enhancing support for those targeted in Canada. The RCMP issued a public warning in 2024 concerning a threat from the Indian government, although recent statements have seemingly contradicted this warning.
The letter to the UN referenced the 2024 RCMP statement and a 2025 report from the Canadian Security Intelligence Service pinpointing India, China, Russia, Iran, and Pakistan as the primary culprits of foreign interference in Canada. Singh commended Canada’s acknowledgment of state-sponsored threats against Sikh activists and actions taken to counter transnational repression. The federal government highlighted its commitment to identifying and countering threats posed by foreign states, leveraging the full authority of the CSIS Act when informed of such threats.
The ‘duty to warn’ system has been activated, with Singh receiving multiple warnings, including one in February 2026 amid efforts to restore diplomatic relations with India. Singh criticized the duty-to-warn system, emphasizing the need for government intervention to prevent foreign interference and ensure safety on Canadian soil. While specific details of the response to threats against Singh were not disclosed, Canada emphasized collaboration with domestic and international security partners to safeguard the Sikh community from external threats.