Is Canada on the Path to Becoming Like Pakistan by Supporting Khalistani Extremists?

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Key Takeaways
- Khalistani extremists are increasingly active in Canada.
- Former Prime Minister Trudeau faced criticism for inaction.
- New government leadership may address past oversights.
- Financial support for these groups raises national security concerns.
- Canada must act to prevent becoming a haven for terrorism.
Ottawa, Sep 9 (NationPress) If the Canadian government does not take a decisive stance on the matter of Khalistani extremists, it risks encountering a fate akin to that of Pakistan—a nation known for its state-sponsored terrorism—which could ultimately pose a threat not just to others, but to itself, according to a report released on Tuesday.
"The presence of Khalistani groups in Canada has been substantiated through videos, eyewitness accounts, and media coverage, yet there has been a lack of concrete action for years. Former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has faced criticism for his silence regarding terrorist activities directed at India. The attention now turns to whether his successor, Mark Carney, will rectify this oversight," a report from ‘Khalsa Vox’ highlighted.
Experts have long contended that nations like Canada not only offer Khalistani extremists a safe haven but also provide them with financial backing.
Members of terrorist organizations such as Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), operating from Canadian territory, routinely insult India’s national flag and publicly attack Prime Minister Narendra Modi and other political figures. Ottawa's inaction, appearing merely as a bystander, strongly suggests that these groups operate with state-sanctioned immunity, the report noted.
Recently, for the first time, Ottawa has acknowledged that these Khalistani terror factions are functioning from Canadian soil and receiving financial support. This acknowledgment followed an assessment by Canada's Finance Department concerning the risks of money laundering and terror financing.
"These Khalistani groups are believed to be raising funds in various nations, including Canada," the report from the Canadian government stated.
Furthermore, it emphasized that terror groups are generating revenue through charity scams, drug trafficking, and vehicle theft, positioning Canada as a fertile ground for terror financing.
According to the government report, Khalistani terrorists exploit non-profit organizations and donations from the Sikh diaspora. The findings also revealed that these terror factions utilize a range of funding sources, including crowdfunding and cryptocurrency.