The recent legal action initiated by Amarjeet Sohi, Mayor of Edmonton (“Statement of Claim” filed in the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta on Oct 11), is full of defamatory statements about me. More importantly, it is an attack on public interest journalism. It is an abuse of power inconsistent with the liberal democracy that Canada considers itself to be. The statement of claim questions my status as a journalist. However, hours before the claim was filed, I was publicly acknowledged in the Canadian Parliament as an “anti-terrorism investigative journalist” for my “fearless reporting on Khalistani extremism” by an MP. It is important to note that prior to publishing my reports, I reached out to Mayor Sohi with inquiries in good faith, which he did not address. The allegations I have reported are supported by extensive documentation. I view this legal action as a politically motivated attempt to silence whistleblowers and intimidate journalists who report on large-scale government corruption. I am prepared to defend myself vigorously with strong legal representation. I stand firmly by my reporting. A politician taking legal action against an independent journalist who has uncovered matters of public interest contradicts Canadian values and principles. I invite everyone to view my journalism regarding this matter at https://infosohi.com I call upon Canadians who value transparency and integrity to stand with me in this fight against Amarjeet Sohi's unethical actions. We must not allow politicians to set a precedent that undermines honest reporting. I encourage those who wish to support the cause of defending the principles of a free press to visit https://infosohi.com Explore in-depth videos uncovering the details behind Amarjeet Sohi's actions. These videos provide documented evidence and insights into the issues impacting public interest. Andrea MacLean from JSS Barristers has been retained to represent me and my source against former Liberal minister and Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi’s lawsuit.

This is the story of a rural Alberta community left to confront a rogue council—and a province that, residents say, looks the other way. “There are things that are happening in this community that need to be investigated,” says Mindy Pawluk, who woke up to the news that the council sold the old municipal dump site adjacent to her property—including the access road to her property—without even consulting her or other neighbors and without conducting an environmental assessment. I spoke with residents of Crowsnest Pass, a beautiful tourism destination in the Rockies that developers eye for massive resorts, despite locals who’ve been living there for generations. There is a democratic crisis unfolding here, because this is just one example out of many where the residents have to fight for basic due process, adherence to law amid gross violations, and censorship bylaws before they can even begin fighting to preserve their communities, histories, and the environment. “What’s the use of having a municipal affairs department?” questions former Crowsnest Pass councillor William Kovach, if the best they can do is wish good luck on the next election amid a council gone rogue. Watch the full report to see why residents say “the system is broken,” and how long-time locals describe being shut out as major developments advance with minimal transparency. Your support is crucial to have the strength to do more of this type of public interest journalism. Please donate to make it possible at https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

“How does it feel to wake up to no internet?” I asked two Turkish youths after the government cut off access to block the spread of “disinformation” and calls for protest during a police raid on the secularist main opposition party. “It feels awful. Something’s happening in your country, but you don’t know what because they don’t want you to know.” This morning an army of riot police have successfully breached into opposition party’s Istanbul HQ to install a government approved trustee. Party supporters classify the move as a “coup” against democracy orchestrated by president Erdogan’s Islamist regime. “We will continue our fight to defend our democratic and secular republic,” the youth said. If you’re interested in this coverage of international significance, consider making a contribution to cover production costs so I can decide whether or not it’s a relevant subject. Thank you! https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

(WARNING: Crude language.) A Canadian-born Punjabi trucker speaks to @MediaBezirgan about what he calls the corruption and negligence destroying Canada’s trucking industry, laying blame squarely on exploitative employers from India, weak government oversight, and unsafe practices. “They should go back to their fing countries and stop fing with mine," expressed Sunny, a 15-year veteran truck driver frustrated with what has become of his industry. Sunny highlights how corrupt foreign firms are driving good Canadian companies out of business by cutting corners, underpaying unskilled non-citizen drivers, and neglecting truck maintenance. "You guys destroyed my fing industry — charging LMIA drivers $40,000 to start, enough for a down payment on a brand new truck — and then you pay them cents on the dollar, if you even fing pay them. On top of that, you neglect f*ing maintenance — I don’t know why the government allowed you guys to do this, but it’s unacceptable." "Tomorrow somebody could beat me up because they're frustrated of these Indian drivers that wear flip-flops and don't take s*** seriously," added Sunny. Sunny spoke about the recent accident in Florida where an illegal Punjabi truck driver took the lives of 3 Americans by making a U-turn on a highway. "That guy didn't even fing care -- and that's what these guys are all like -- they do this everyday -- since these immigrants started coming here our truck insurance has doubled up." Sunny calls on all truck drivers to not work with corrupt trucking firms and instead work with long-established Canadian firms that cares about public safety. Follow and support @MediaBezirgan for more independent journalism platforming industry whistleblowers.

Government records show that when the board Satpal Singh Parhar once chaired announced him as Alberta’s first Chief of Police on July 2, no code of conduct was in force to prevent a conflict of interest in appointing its own former chairman. This raises questions about what kind of “rigorous, merit-based” hiring process was used by a board that had no Code of Conduct in place at the time — and ultimately selected its own chairman. Will Albertans have an accountable, transparent, and lawful police force loyal to the public that pays them, or an unaccountable force loyal to Chief Parhar—raising concerns about the integrity of death investigations, the risk of organized crime infiltration, and the trust of security agencies who must share intelligence essential to Albertans’ safety. Alberta's UCP government — specifically Minister @MikeEllisUCP — has not responded to repeated media inquiries regarding this matter. Please support independent journalism to make this coverage possible: https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate thank you.

“Parhar groomed certain candidates for promotion based on his relationship with them rather than their own abilities or merit,” pleaded Staff Sergeant Bruce Walker in his lawsuit against the Calgary Police Service, naming Parhar—who was a deputy chief at the time—as one of the defendants. “Those officers were known within the CPS as ‘Friends of Sat’ or ‘FOS,’” Walker pleaded in his lawsuit. The lawsuit was discontinued in 2019 for unknown reasons days after Parhar’s announcement of retirement from the CPS. According to critics, this makes Parhar a tainted individual and raises concerns about what kind of policing culture will prevail under his leadership in Alberta. Watch the full report below 👇🏻 https://youtu.be/T_ipLYp2ASw?si=4aD_AXApED8iKStj&utm_source=ZTQxO

Danielle Smith’s government silently went along with the fact that the Independent Agency Police Service Oversight Board, tasked with finding the most qualified Albertan to lead the new provincial police force, chose its own chairman, Satpal Singh Parhar, for the job. Having hidden this critical conflict of interest concerning the safety and security of Albertans has rattled critics, who are now calling for the resignation of Chief Parhar, the entire board, Minister Mike Ellis, and Premier Danielle Smith. Last week, in our in-depth report raising national security concerns about the questionable selection of Chief Parhar—prior to our discovery that he had served as chair—Minister Ellis’s press secretary stated that the process was “independently led by the Independent Agency Police Service Oversight Board and adhered to established public sector protocols for executive-level appointments.” This revelation shatters the credibility of that statement and raises serious questions about integrity, transparency, and accountability at every level of Danielle Smith’s government. If this is what “established public sector protocols” look like, Albertans deserve to know how many other appointments are built on the same foundation of conflict of interest. Chief Parhar, Premier Smith, and Minister Ellis have not responded to our media inquiry, leaving unanswered whether U.S. security agencies were consulted about this appointment—an especially pressing question given Alberta’s shared border with Montana and the persistent threat of transnational crime, including fentanyl trafficking. Watch our previous report at https://youtu.be/T_ipLYp2ASw?si=dMDSoJdsQG1osmV6&utm_source=ZTQxO Donate today to keep independent journalism alive: https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

On July 2, 2025, Premier Danielle Smith appointed Satpal Singh Parhar (a.k.a. Sat Parhar) as the inaugural chief of Alberta’s new provincial police force—despite what critics call a “tainted past.” We combed through court filings, corporate records, and government tenders, uncovering findings that raise serious national security concerns for both Canada and the United States, especially given Alberta’s shared border with Montana. Our investigation uncovered the following about Chief Satpal Singh Parhar: 📌He is president and shareholder (through a numbered company) of ReTrain Canada. 📌ReTrain Canada powers ReTrain Nigeria, which offers courses in cybersecurity and lists Huawei—the Chinese tech giant banned by Canada and the U.S. over espionage risks—as a client. 📌Until recently, he was president of a mental health clinic treating RCMP officers, despite holding financial ties to Huawei via another firm. 📌He was previously accused of nepotism in a lawsuit filed by fellow Calgary Police officer Bruce Walker. 📌He was once the subject of an investigation for allegedly failing to investigate internal misconduct involving evidence fabrication. 📌His company, ReTrain Canada, received several non-competitive, sole-sourced federal contracts—one worth nearly $100,000. 📌He is currently named in an active $3.5 million lawsuit filed by a former Calgary Police officer who was acquitted of breach of trust charges. 📌Appears to have no formal post-secondary education, aside from scattered certificates. 📌The Calgary Police Chief who promoted him to Deputy Chief—Roger Chaffin—was accused by his successor, Chief Mark Neufeld, of authorizing a $500,000 "sham" severance package for a legal counsel who gave herself a $50,000 raise. Just hours after we sent a media inquiry to Chief Parhar regarding undisclosed business ties omitted from his LinkedIn profile, his profile was deleted. "Danielle Smith wants this guy looking after the Canada-U.S. border where massive amounts of drug transport is taking place every single day," protests Bob Rai, a concerned Albertan who lived through the nightmare of having the police investigation into his cousin's tragic death compromised by a fake Nigerian forensic pathologist whose medical diploma has never been primary source verified. Concerned about the integrity of this new police force, Mr. Rai raises questions about what kind of police force will be created under Chief Parhar's leadership—especially given his business ties to immigration firms and Premier Danielle Smith's new policy to grant foreign police officers a pathway to PR for policing Albertans. "I think that this is absolutely ridiculous, I think she is trying to grow her own private police force -- and become her own little dictator," expressed Rai. Please be sure to follow and support investigative journalism that you won't find anywhere else. Donate today at https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

An advertisement from a federally licensed immigration consultant suggesting that foreign police officers from any country could immigrate to Alberta to police Albertans has sparked public outrage. Minister Joseph Schow’s press secretary confirmed to @MediaBezirgan that 25 invitations have been issued to foreign police officers to immigrate to Alberta under the new Alberta Advantage Immigration Program. Although the immigration minister’s office said that recruits are “prioritized” from countries with legal frameworks similar to Canada’s, it has not provided a definitive answer on whether the new program allows Alberta’s police chiefs to recruit from countries like Nigeria, where a Canadian judge has ruled that bribery and extortion are official policy of the national police force. “The Alberta Association of Chiefs of Police (AACP) thoroughly vets potential recruits to ensure they are meeting Alberta’s standards for integrity, merit, and national security,” the minister’s press secretary, Hunter Baril, said. However, critics question whether the AACP can be trusted with this task, given their silence on Alberta’s new provincial police force—an organization already mired in controversy over its lack of compliance with Alberta’s stated standards of integrity, merit, and national security. The inaugural chief of the province’s new police force, Satpal Singh Parhar (aka Sat Parhar), was appointed to the role by the very board he chaired. The IAPS Oversight Board, tasked with finding the most qualified candidate for the job, somehow ended up hiring its own chair as the chief. Parhar was previously accused of widespread nepotism during his tenure as deputy chief of the Calgary Police Service, where a gang-like group emerged called “FOS”—Friends of Sat—whose members were allegedly promoted based on loyalty to Parhar rather than merit or qualifications. With Parhar’s business ties to Nigeria and China, his partnerships with immigration firms, and his commitment to diversity and inclusion, serious questions arise about the type of foreign recruits he may bring into Alberta’s new provincial police force—and whether it will mirror the gang-like “FOS” (Friends of Sat) network he allegedly fostered within the Calgary Police Service. Not many Albertans are aware of this new program. If you donate today to support my independent journalism, I will spend 50% of that contribution to advertise this report on X so it reaches to as many Albertans as possible. https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

A weekend music festival is underway in Edgewood, British Columbia, to raise funds for a local ostrich farm that is challenging a federal government cull order. The CFIA ordered the cull of hundreds of ostriches in January following an outbreak of avian influenza that killed 69 birds. The farm has since reported no new cases and is now fighting the order, arguing that its remaining flock is healthy and should not be euthanized. On June 20, the Federal Court of Appeal granted a temporary stay, suspending the cull for one month while the case is expedited. The farm’s legal team is expected to appear in Ottawa on July 15 to argue the appeal. The festival has drawn support from across the Kootenays and beyond, with live music, vendors, and local speakers rallying behind the farm’s cause. “Policy has to change. This is a fight to the end,” stated one of the protesters who has been camping at the remote farm to protect the ostriches from a sudden federal raid. Last month, the U.S. health department rallied in support of the farmer and urged Canadian government not to cull the flock. If you appreciate the coverage I bring, please consider supporting it so that I can bring you more! Thank you. https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate Check out the full report on the ostrich farm from last month: https://youtu.be/xJDP3CW8dtc?si=k3nFqu4wILWeaOcy&utm_source=ZTQxO

"We started off as a colony to serve the interests of the East in September of 1905, and here we are 120 darn years later, still being pillaged and plundered — this is why we need to get out," said one of the speakers to a packed town hall on a Thursday evening in Airdrie. "I'm here for my grandchildren," said one of the attendees. "They need to be free to prosper," he added when asked why the issue matters to him. "We will no longer be governed by Liberal idiotic policies that are damaging Alberta's prosperity," one attendee said, slamming Premier Danielle Smith's perceived lack of progress in fulfilling her campaign promises. "She could've easily introduced, in her first year, a tax agency, our own police force, and submitted the application for the Alberta Pension Plan. These are major items that don't need a referendum — [Quebec] got their own immigration system, pension plan, and tax agency," he added. Jeffrey Rath, a constitutional lawyer and advocate for an independent Alberta, proclaimed that the U.S. administration “will support Alberta independence.” Rath stated that the U.S. would back their movement for sovereignty from a national security standpoint — “and freeing Alberta’s oil reserves from the control of the Chinese communists that govern Ottawa.” If you found this coverage valuable and informative, consider donating to keep it freely accessible to the public at https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

“We need to start the mass deportation,” says PPC leader Maxime Bernier, as he promotes his candidate Jonathan Bridges — set to contest Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre in the Battle River–Crowfoot by-election. What message will voters send if they choose PPC over CPC in the upcoming by-election? “The right one,” Bernier says. “Poilievre won’t do anything to end mass immigration — and the equalization formula — Poilievre’s still part of the Paris Accord — what Poilievre is offering to you is just the same big, fat government in Ottawa that will interfere with provincial jurisdictions,” Bernier said. At a sunny “Albertans Day” event in Mirror, Alberta — an alternative to Canada Day — Bernier’s calls for mass deportations roused the crowd advocating for an independent Alberta. Please consider supporting my mission to bring you the pulse of the streets. https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

I spoke with German EU MP and AfD member Christine Anderson in Calgary, Alberta — known for her declaration calling former Prime Minister Justin Trudeau “a disgrace for any democracy.” “They want to eradicate our tradition, our national identity, national cultural identity,” she said, referring to Europe’s ruling parties and their disregard for the problems caused by what she calls an “illegal mass invasion.” Her views were condemned by Canadian Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre during her 2023 visit to Canada. She explained how remigration differs from deportation, and why it doesn’t deserve condemnation. Follow and support for more exclusive interviews: @MediaBezirgan If you enjoyed this exclusive interview, please contribute to keep independent journalism alive. https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

Christine Anderson, an EU parliamentarian known for her critical stance against immigration, COVID-19 mandates, and the World Economic Forum, gave a speech in Calgary, Alberta today. During her 2023 visit, Anderson's views were condemned by Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre. I asked former Conservative MP Art Hanger, who was in attendance for Anderson's speech, what he sees in her. "I see a woman speaking the truth. Our politicians haven't grasped what the truth is—they are no longer serving the people, but serving themselves. I hear that truth here," said Hanger. Support our independent journalism at https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

Dallas Brodie, a sitting MLA for Vancouver-Quilchena and the Interim Leader of OneBC, attended in solidarity with the victims' families of Canada's deadliest terrorist attack on its 40th anniversary. "Canada should not be a place for other people's historical grievances or a launching pad for glorifying terrorism and acts of mass murder like this," she said. The RCMP continues its investigation into the bombings that claimed the lives of 331 people.

VANCOUVER, B.C. — June 23, 2025 Today marks the 40th anniversary of the Air India bombing, Canada’s deadliest act of terrorism. Families and friends of the 331 victims gathered at the memorial site in Vancouver under heavy police presence to honour the lives lost in the tragic 1985 attack. With flowers, prayers, and moments of silence, the community paid tribute to those taken far too soon—many of them children. Khalistanis showed up just like last year, deflecting responsibility for the terrorist act.

“This has been a very mature decision,” said one supporter, referring to the Canadian PM’s invitation to Modi for the G7 despite fierce protests from the Khalistani lobby. “Canada has a lot to offer — India is a very big consumer market,” he added, making an economic case for improving relations. Please support costs associated with keeping me safe while I practice my independent on-the-ground journalism. https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

“Yes, I am ready to kill Modi politics, [to] ambush Modi,” said Manjinder Singh, leading the convoy from Gurdwara Dashmesh in Calgary. “[He] is an enemy of Canada, this Hindu terrorist Narendra Modi,” he said, asking Canadians to join them for the “ambush”tomorrow. The organizers, Sikhs for Justice, consider themselves the descendants of the assassins of late Indian Prime Minister Indira Gandhi and are calling for the killing of current Prime Minister Modi’s politics during an ambush in Canada. Help cover costs to keep me safe while I do my journalism. Support my mission to bring on-the-ground coverage of G7 at https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

On June 7th in Vancouver, I was targeted in what I now believe was a coordinated ambush attempt by individuals linked to Babbar Khalsa—a listed terrorist group. One of them tried to lure me into a quiet corner for a so-called “interview,” while four others moved into position. Two of them were wearing Babbar Khalsa insignia. It wasn’t about questions—it was a setup. They were waiting for a reaction to justify an assault, but I stayed calm, hit record, and exposed it. This is what really happened—and why it matters. If I am to continue my coverage, I need proper security. Help preserve freedom of the press. Donate today so I can quickly raise the necessary funds to hire bodyguards to protect me at G7. Let's show them I'm not alone. https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

This exclusive 10-minute news report takes you inside Universal Ostrich Farm in Edgewood, BC, where peaceful protesters strive to save ~400 ostriches from an indiscriminate Canadian government cull, regardless of whether they’re healthy or sick, after a 2024 avian flu outbreak. Support our return to cover this historic resistance: mediabezirgan.com/donate ($3,000 goal). The funds will cover round-trip travel from Calgary to Edgewood, BC, camera and audio equipment, lodging for extended protest coverage, and time to film and edit this critical story of the Universal Ostrich Farm resistance.

Albertans are petitioning Premier Danielle Smith’s government to audit their municipalities over concerns of corruption and a serious lack of transparency. But how can the province investigate corruption at the municipal level when it is itself under investigation for serious allegations of corruption? In a lawsuit, former AHS CEO Athana Mentzelopoulos alleges that Premier Smith’s chief of staff, Marshall Smith, pressured her to favor companies tied to Sam Mraiche — a relative of Justice Minister Mickey Amery. Marshall Smith denies the claims as defamatory, but records show he lived in a $1.6-million home owned by Mraiche’s sister. The RCMP has launched an investigation following the lawsuit filed by the former AHS CEO. In 2022, during a medication shortage, the Smith government announced it had secured 5 million units of children’s pain medication from Turkish pharmaceutical company Atabay. But that wasn’t the full story. Behind the scenes, a middleman — Edmonton-based MHCare Medical owned by Sam Mraiche — was awarded a $70 million sole-sourced contract, paid upfront, to import the medication. What kind of an example does this set for municipalities? Keep independent journalism alive https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

Australian Federal Police say 280kg of liquid methamphetamine was imported from Vancouver, Canada in an industrial cooler. Seven people, including the two Canadians, have been arrested and denied bail. Gurvinder Singh is named as the alleged ringleader. Police say the investigation targeted “trusted insiders” helping transnational serious organized crime syndicates that purported to be able to circumvent border controls. Why do Singhs appear repeatedly in high-level drug busts? Last year, in Canada’s largest fentanyl superlab bust—valued at over $500 million—a Punjabi-Canadian man was arrested in rural B.C. How many “trusted insiders” are embedded in Canadian airports, ports, political offices, courts, and law enforcement? Are criminal networks exploiting religious or ethnic identities as shields? (Footage courtesy: Australian Federal Police)

On May 1st, Khalistani group Sikhs for Justice (SFJ) and Pakistani Muslims gathered outside India’s High Commission in London, U.K., alleging that India used the April 22 Pahalgam terror attack—which killed 26 civilians, mostly Hindu tourists—as a false flag or pretext to blame Pakistan. Indians also showed up to counter-protest, holding signs that read “Pakistan: the nation that exports terror,” while denouncing all forms of terrorism and questioning why the Khalistani movement seeks to secede only the part of Punjab in India, but not the portion that lies in Pakistan. A Pakistani protester said, “We [Pakistan] are always with human rights,” arguing that the movement seeks secession only from India due to a lack of human rights. In response, a counter-protester stated, “They’re all being supported by our enemies to divide India and the Indian people.” “They’re all sponsored, they just want to destabilize India,” stated another pro-India demonstrator.

"If we are as bad as I think we are, we could go bankrupt and be absorbed by the county," said Amber Harris, the longest-serving councillor in the Town of Gibbons since 2013. I travelled to Gibbons, Alberta—a small town north of Edmonton—to speak directly with residents who are raising alarm over what they believe is serious financial mismanagement and a growing pattern of secrecy within their municipal government. "The corruption here is not isolated to Gibbons—it's all over the province," stressed Darren Longstaff—a 25-year veteran of the Canadian Armed Forces, a Gibbons resident for 21 years, and a volunteer firefighter for 8 of those years. "Our current council seems to have no set agenda to actually be transparent with the people," he added. Charlotte St. Germain, a 12-year resident of Gibbons, argues that many policies, bylaws, and procedures are not being followed. "I believe there are a lot of things being discussed in-camera (closed to the public) that shouldn't be—they don't want us to know how bad it is." Residents have launched a petition demanding accountability and transparency from Municipal Affairs, asking whether the now-former Municipal Affairs Minister would be proud to have Gibbons on his resume. Minister Ric McIver resigned last night—just hours after Media Bezirgan submitted a media inquiry to the Town of Gibbons. Councillor Amber Harris alleges that Gibbons is facing deep financial mismanagement, secretive decision-making, and preferential treatment of developers—all enabled through closed-door meetings and a lack of provincial oversight. UPDATE: Acting Mayor Dale Yushchyshyn responded to our media inquiry with a brief statement, categorizing the questions raised as either already addressed in public forums or related to in-camera sessions protected under FOIP legislation. He wrote: “All of the questions that you have asked can be classified into one of two categories: questions that have been asked and answered in public several times, and questions that relate to discussions that occurred in closed session (in-camera) and cannot be answered in public.” For more independent journalism please make sure to contribute and follow our reports https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

Jasraj Singh Hallan, the Conservative MP for Calgary Forest Lawn and the current Shadow Minister of Finance, is facing scrutiny over conflicting claims about his educational background. In a 2020 biography, Hallan states that he holds an accounting degree from the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT). However, by 2025, that claim appears to have shifted — with Hallan instead describing his qualification as an accounting diploma. In other instances, he refers to it as an accelerated program, adding further confusion over the exact nature and credibility of his accounting education. On top of his questionable educational background and the confusion surrounding his year of birth, MP Jasraj Singh Hallan openly admits to past involvement with gangs — engaged in activities where, by his own account, the risk of arrest was very real. This raises a fundamental question: what makes MP Hallan so special that CPC leader Pierre Poilievre would choose him for the high-profile role of Finance Critic over other candidates with consistent academic records and no history of gang involvement or criminality? Is this appointment truly based on merit — or is it part of a broader political calculation to secure the Khalistani vote banks within Canada? Questions arise as to the extent of the World Sikh Organization’s (WSO) influence over the CPC. Mr. Hallan did not respond to our inquiries. If you appreciate my journalism, consider making a contribution to maintain free accessibility to the rest of the public at https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

Scenes from yesterday’s annual Sikh festival, which reportedly drew 300,000 people in Vancouver, BC, Canada. “Kill Modi politics,” shouted a group of Khalistani protesters stationed along the parade route. The parade celebrating the founding of the Khalsa was organized by Canada’s oldest and richest Sikh place of worship, the Khalsa Diwan Society in Vancouver, BC. The atmosphere was festive, with swords and spears commonplace as part of Sikh culture. Both federal and provincial major political parties had their tents set up. One overlooked fact about the organizers: a tainted history of proximity to international drug traffickers. The Society’s 2015 president, Sohan Singh Deo, is the brother of notorious wanted gangster Parminder Singh “Pindhi” Deo. In 2005, the Society’s executive Kalwant Singh Puar tried to bail out his daughter, Ravinderjit Kaur Shergill, from U.S. custody after she was charged—and later convicted—of conspiracy to distribute ecstasy and distribution of ecstasy. Shergill was a Canadian politician connected to the NDP and Liberal Party, was caught boasting to an undercover officer about his family’s political connections and his brother’s ability to put people six feet deep during the operation. The Khalistani group that was excluded from the parade will organize their own next week in Surrey, BC.

Mr. Khela once held the distinction of being the first Canadian of Sikh faith to be sentenced for terrorism-related crimes in 1987. After serving six years, his conviction was overturned, Canada issued an apology, and he was released. Since the target of the alleged conspiracy was an Air India flight departing from a U.S. airport—and with the FBI leading the operation that foiled the plot—questions remain as to why he was not extradited and tried in the United States. Had he been tried there, would he be free today? During the Canadian trial, Mr. Khela admitted his ties with Babbar Khalsa (a Sikh Khalistani terrorist organization responsible for high-profile assassinations and bombings). Today, he does not deny this involvement and continues to praise Babbar Khalsa's record. However, he seems to dispute his daughter’s claim that he holds a leadership role within the organization, stating instead that he is merely a servant of the cause while openly wearing its insignia. Santokh Singh Khela is well respected among Khalistani Sikhs today, and he gave a speech at last week's Khalsa Day Parade in Surrey, B.C., praising Babbar Khalsa’s record. The event, which drew half a million attendees, was also attended by Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre, NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, and several other MPs, including members of the Liberal Party. Consider supporting my independent journalism so that it can continue to remain accessible to the public at large for free https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

Whistle Stop Cafe owner Chris Scott, from Mirror, Alberta, says he is at least $6,000 out of pocket for covering the federal and provincial gas taxes himself, instead of passing them on to consumers for a day, to showcase what a truly prosperous Alberta should look like. Scott's choice of day for the event led some to question if it was an April Fools' joke. But it was no joke—it also coincided with the day the federal government lifted the carbon tax. However, for Scott, “that’s really a drop in the bucket." “If you look at what the Alberta government collects in road tax and what they spend on roads, you’ll see exactly why we don’t need it,” emphasized Scott, arguing that an Alberta without any gas taxes is entirely feasible. "We’ve been supporting the Easterners long enough. I think it’s time to look after ourselves. To hell with them!" said one customer, in favor of Alberta's separation from Canada, while filling up multiple jerry cans. Support independent journalism for more on-the-ground reporting that you won't find anywhere else! https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

This exclusive report uncovers how a federal minister, a Department of Justice lawyer, and their family member charged with cocaine trafficking all listed the same residential address. Raymanpreet Singh Uppal, brother of then-Minister of Multiculturalism Tim Uppal was charged with cocaine trafficking in 2014 and drug possession in 2008, yet in both cases, federal prosecutors withdrew the charges against him. In 2014, prosecutors secured convictions for his white co-accused while dropping charges against the minister's brother and another Sikh. Do criminal charges disappear when you’re the relative of a minister and a Department of Justice lawyer? In the 2014 cocaine trafficking bust, four individuals were charged, yet Edmonton Police stated they searched only three houses and one vehicle. Did they search the Ellerslie Road property—or was it spared to avoid the scandal of raiding a property linked to a minister, a Department of Justice lawyer, and their parents, for drugs and firearms? For more independent investigative journalism like this one, I need all the support I can get to fight against lawfare, and invest in professional security against the death threats I'm receiving. If you'd like to support me, please contribute at https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

A Calgary man comes forward with allegations against Conservative leader @PierrePoilievre, claiming he was physically and emotionally bullied by him as a teen. “Mr. Poilievre was one of my childhood bullies.” “He picked me up on my face and lift me up — which was not very good for the neck and the back.” “He gave me a beatdown on more than one occasion... he was quite the terror to most of the kids on the block.” The man says Pierre Poilievre disappeared from the neighborhood for several years: “One day, he up and vanished. And then he came back. But we didn't have any other interactions.” This raises the question whether there may be other reasons why Mr. Poilievre has not applied for a security clearance. Despite the lasting impact of the alleged abuse, he still says: “I haven't forgiven him. I haven't forgotten about it. But I do believe Pierre is the best choice of the candidates out there... I’m going to be voting for him.” The interviewee estimates Pierre Poilievre was 4–5 years older and had already left high school when he started. While they weren’t in school together, they lived on the same block — raising concern that Poilievre was targeting someone significantly younger during the alleged bullying. I reached out to Mr. Poilievre to ask whether he disputes these allegations and whether he plans to address them in a manner befitting someone seeking to be Prime Minister. As of publication, no response has been received. Consider supporting Media Bezirgan for more non-partisan news coverage: https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

With Trump’s appointment of Kash Patel as FBI Director, proponents of the Khalistani movement anticipate an imminent crackdown on Sikhs for Justice (SFJ), a transnational organization based in the U.S. that has been at the forefront of orchestrating anti-India protests across North America and beyond. SFJ is composed of highly questionable individuals, including Dr. Bakhshish Singh Sandhu, a practicing medical doctor in the U.S. who obtained his diploma from a foreign university shut down for selling thousands of fake medical degrees. The group's Ottawa organizer, Santokh Singh Khela, was sentenced to life in prison in Canada after being busted by the FBI for allegedly conspiring to bomb an Air India flight departing from New York—just after the Air India bombings of 1985, which killed 331 people. However, a decade later, Canadian courts overturned his conviction. SFJ has orchestrated multiple protests across North America and beyond, where they have glorified suicide bombers, terrorist acts, and political assassinations, brandished violent imagery, chanted “Kill” rhetoric, and even released videos suggesting threats to specific Air India flights and certain dates. Despite its extremist ties, threats, and historical connection to terrorist figures, SFJ continues to operate freely from U.S. soil. The real question remains—will the United States finally take action? Support independent journalism: https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

London police rush to detain a Khalistani separatist who ran in front of the vehicle carrying India’s External Affairs Minister, Dr. Subrahmanyam Jaishankar. Unparalleled Love for Justin Trudeau: Khalistanis chant, “Long live Jathadar (leader of Sikh soldiers) Trudeau!” I was surprised to hear this chant in London, U.K. by non-Canadians. When I questioned them on how Trudeau earned such a serious title, they retracted the chant but went to great lengths to express their admiration for him. “When Khalistan is established, there will be a statue of him [Justin Trudeau],” one protester said. “Trudeau’s face will be on Khalistan currency,” another added. Justin Trudeau seems to be popular all around the world—except in Canada. Support independent media, make this coverage possible: https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

Washington police REMOVED Khalistani “Kill Modi Politics” demonstrators from the park in front of the White House, where U.S. President Trump and Indian Prime Minister Modi are meeting. The pro-India crowd was allowed to demonstrate, while the anti-India crowd was forced out of the park. Police say the organizers of the “Kill Modi Politics” rally did not apply for a permit to demonstrate in the park.

In this exclusive extended interview, Dr. Gary Botting (PhD in Law, PhD in English), a 30-year former Criminal Defence Lawyer and author of the leading textbook on Extradition Law, provides expert insights on transnational government corruption, the U.S.-Canada extradition process, and the shortcomings of modern journalism. Dr. Botting explains the escalating nature of corruption in an allegory: "It's like a snowball—you start rolling it down the hill, it's all big fun, but all of a sudden, it becomes an avalanche. And there is a car down below, and the avalanche hits the car, knocks it into a train, and the train goes off the tracks and rolls into a house… Where does it start and where does it end? But the point is, look at the kids throwing the snowballs, I guess, first, and work your way down until something significant—where there is intention to defraud, intention to act corruptly, to siphon off federal funds so the little businessman doesn't get the advantage of that, but only the huge megalithic corporations. That's where this problem begins and ends, I think. The investigation into whether the megalithic corporation—tied to corporate greed and connected to Canada’s cabinet—is actually functioning in a way that is detrimental to Canadians and, ultimately, to Americans as well." Dr. Botting criticizes the mainstream media for failing to dig deep enough into corruption: "Having been an investigative reporter myself, it's a lost art, I think, unfortunately. I write novels, legal texts, and that's challenging enough, but what needs to happen is the writing of an exposé to show exactly what has happened here in the case of the [Gordie Howe International] Bridge and the [Regina] Bypass, and how corruption is alive and well in Canada." Sections of this interview were released last year for the Gordie Howe International Bridge Scandal report. To mark it's anniversary, we are releasing the extended version of this interview with valuable insights from Dr. Botting. To learn more about the bridge scandal: GordieHoweScandal.com

Khalistani demonstrators call the Indian government authoritarian terrorists while telling Hindu Canadians to go back to India. Inside the event, Indians celebrate the anniversary of the Indian Constitution. Demonstrations of patriotism and honor are alive and well in Canada, but it all seems to have an Indian flavor, writes Brampton-based independent reporter Greg Wycliffe. Please support our independent journalism at https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

Dr. Jagtaran Singh Dhaliwal, father of NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, had his medical license suspended twice, yet his disciplinary record was erased by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO). "The Ontario government and the CPSO have protected Dr. Jagtaran by not disclosing detrimental actions that were taken against this highly questionable alcoholic physician," says Bob Rai, a victim of a fake forensic pathologist who has previously exposed questionable doctors. Dr. Jagtaran Singh Dhaliwal’s first suspension came in 2004, when regulators ordered a competency evaluation. Though his license was later reinstated with restrictions, he lost it again that same year for violating those conditions. It wasn’t until 2008 that his license was reinstated—again with restrictions that remained in place until 2013. Despite this serious disciplinary history, his record has been erased from CPSO's public database, making it impossible for patience to access these past suspensions. However, in the U.S.-based DocInfo database, maintained by the Federation of State Medical Boards (FSMB), these disciplinary actions are still documented—revealing a glaring discrepancy between what Ontario regulators allow the public to see and what remains available elsewhere. Adding to the concerns, his medical school records don’t align. The CPSO database lists him as a graduate of Punjabi University, while DocInfo states he graduated from Government Medical College, Patiala—two distinct institutions. It was known that Jagmeet Singh’s father suffered from severe alcoholism while practicing as a psychiatrist in Ontario. What was not known, however, is that the CPSO deleted the history of disciplinary actions arising from it, arguably robbing patients of the agency to determine whether that information is still relevant. "Function as an institution in Canada, not an institution operating out of Pakistan," Rai urges the CPSO. Follow and support for more exclusive news coverage: https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

At first, I thought I was being asked not to include the children in the video, but no, it was the opposite. They want India to know that the next generation of Khalistanis are growing with determination in Canada. "Those that will bring their cameras here and show us as extremists and terrorists—even for them the question is—what is your motive at the end of the day?" A spokesperson from Guru Nanak Gurdwara questioned. Celebrating the assassination of India's PM, shouting slogans that are arguably an invitation to violence, and exposing little children to these highly questionable acts... Is it a portrayal of "false media" or is there some truth to it? What's motivation behind exposing children to these? Mainstream media are selective in their coverage. I strive to bring on-the-ground coverage of diverse topics that matters to Canadians. Please consider supporting my independent journalism at https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

After executing a slow roll to the U.S.-Canada border town of Coutts, Alberta, to mark the third-year anniversary of the blockade, supporters gathered in Lethbridge to raise funds for the people jailed as a result of their participation in the anti-COVID-19 mandate blockade known as the Coutts border blockade. "We protested, we stood up to our government, and our government is punishing us by putting our people in jail," summarized a participant. The individuals convicted over their roles in the Coutts border blockade are Alex Van Herk, Marco Van Huigenbos, and Gerhard (George) Janzen. They were found guilty of mischief for "organizing" the blockade which protested COVID-19 rules and vaccine mandates. Huigenbos, a former Fort Macleod city councillor is currently serving his 120 day jail sentence. In a separate case related to the same events, Anthony (Tony) Olienick, Chris Carbert, Chris Lysak, and Jerry Morin were charged with conspiracy to commit murder on police officers but were found not guilty of that charge. Olienick and Carbert, however, were convicted of firearms violations and mischief, with both receiving sentences of 6.5 years. The four men were held in remand for almost two years due to the conspiracy to murder charge from which they were eventually acquitted. Supporters argued that they were political prisoners being made examples of with overblown charges. Please consider supporting on-the-ground journalism for more: https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

BRAMPTON, ONTARIO: "We have planned to wrap up this encampment for the time being because there's no government," says organizer Mehakdeep Singh, adding that they will come back stronger and fight until they are allowed to continue to stay in Canada. "As international students and workers, we are exploited in every sector, from college to government. We have been exploited by employers..." I asked whether the Liberal government was too late in addressing the exploitation of the Labor Market Impact Assessment (LMIA) program, where immigration agencies and employers were selling jobs to foreigners as a pathway to permanent residency. "There were a lot of loopholes in the policies and a fair amount of opportunities to exploit the vulnerable. They could have acted on that long, long ago," said Navjot Salaria, a former international student herself and a member of the PGWP Committee. The group says their protest has achieved some of their goals, one of which is changes to the LMIA program. Support independent journalism at https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate

An Alberta artist, Norene Procter, pleads with Premier @ABDanielleSmith to reverse course and preserve Alberta's wild horses: "I'd probably get on my knees and beg them to stop hurting our horses." Norene has been an artist for almost four decades, and her favorite subject to paint has always been the horse. The plan to cull the remaining 1,500 of Alberta's wild horses could result in extinction, advocates urge, pointing out that there is no real reason for the cull. "Leave them alone, let them run free; if the horse doesn't represent freedom, what does?" she asks, pointing out that the government used the wild horses in an award-winning tourism film in 2023. "If you're using our animals, treat them with respect! If the horses are sterilized, that works for three to five years and is utterly horrifying to these animals—it affects their groups terribly and that absolutely can lead to extinction," Norene adds. @ZoocheckCanada says that wild horses are being "scapegoated for rangeland damage caused by human activities." They call on Albertan's to contact their elected representatives to stop the cull. For more local news stories, please consider donating at https://www.mediabezirgan.com/donate