<p>Stirring the controversy cauldron yet again, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Friday claimed that his government had shared evidence regarding the killing of separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar with India weeks ago.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trudeau made the remark while addressing the reporters as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited him for an impromptu meeting.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"In regards to India, Canada has shared the credible allegations that I talked about on Monday (September 18) with India. We did that many weeks ago," said Trudeau.</p>

<p>"We are there to work constructively with India, and we hope that they engage with us so that we can get to the bottom of this very serious matter," he added.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trudeau's statement comes a day after Canadian media claimed that Ottawa had&nbsp;amassed both human and signals intelligence in a months-long investigation into the Sikh separatist leader's murder.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>What did Trudeau claim?</strong></h2>

<p>After receiving cold treatment from the Indian government during his G20 trip to New Delhi, earlier this month, Trudeau returned to Canada and addressed an emergency parliament session, where he first made the claims.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Trudeau said&nbsp;his government was&nbsp;probing "credible allegations" that New Delhi may have had a prominent role in the killing of Nijjar - a Canadian citizen, according to him.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"Canadian security agencies have been actively pursuing credible allegations of a potential link between agents of the Government of India and the killing of a Canadian citizen, Hardeep Singh Nijjar," said Trudeau in a statement to the&nbsp;House of Commons.</p>

<p><a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/biden-raised-canadas-claims-of-sikh-separatist-leaders-death-with-modi-at-g20-ft-report-638391"><strong>Also read |&nbsp;Nijjar death: Biden, Modi discussed Canada murder row; no 'special exemption,' says US NSA</strong></a></p>

<p>Nijjar&nbsp;was shot&nbsp;dead on June 18 by two unidentified men in the parking lot of Guru Nanak Gurdwara Sahib in Surrey, Canada. According to Indian security agencies, he was involved in the Khalistan separatist movement and had gained Canadian citizenship despite forging his identity.&nbsp;</p>

<p>However, days after hurling the accusations, Trudeau&nbsp;has now changed his tune and is looking to pacify New Delhi after receiving no support from allies.&nbsp;The Canadian PM said&nbsp;Ottawa wants New Delhi to address the issue properly.</p>

<p>"Canada is not trying to provoke India by suggesting its agents were linked to the murder of a Sikh separatist leader but Ottawa wants New Delhi to address the issue properly," he said earlier this week.</p>

<p>Despite having made the allegations days ago, the Trudeau administration is yet to produce any 'credible evidence', suggesting the Canadian PM may have overplayed his hand.&nbsp;</p>

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Stirring the controversy cauldron yet again, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Friday claimed that his government had shared evidence regarding the killing of separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar with India weeks ago.

Stirring the controversy cauldron yet again, Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau on Friday claimed that his government had shared evidence regarding the killing of separatist leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar with India weeks ago. Trudeau made the remark while addressing the reporters as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky visited him for an impromptu meeting. "In regards to India, Canada has shared the credible allegations that I talked about on Monday (September 18) with India. We did that many weeks ago," said Trudeau. "We are there to work constructively with India, and we hope that they engage with us so that we can get to the bottom of this very serious matter," he added. Trudeau's statement comes a day after Canadian media claimed that Ottawa had amassed both human and signals intelligence in a months-long investigation into the Sikh separatist leader's murder. Watch | Gravitas: Another Khalistani Terrorist shot dead in Canada | Why is PM Trudeau mute now? × What did Trudeau claim? After receiving cold treatment from the Indian government during his G20 trip to New Delhi, earlier this month, Trudeau returned to Canada and addressed an emergency parliament session, where he first made the claims. Trudeau said his government was probing "credible allegations" that New Delhi may have had a prominent role in the killing of Nijjar - a Canadian citizen, according to him. "Canadian security agencies have been actively pursuing credible allegations of a potential link between agents of the Government of India and the killing of a Canadian citizen, Hardeep Singh Nijjar," said Trudeau in a statement to the House of Commons. Also read | Nijjar death: Biden, Modi discussed Canada murder row; no 'special exemption,' says US NSA Nijjar was shot dead on June 18 by two unidentified men in the parking lot of Guru Nanak Gurdwara Sahib in Surrey, Canada. According to Indian security agencies, he was involved in the Khalistan separatist movement and had gained Canadian citizenship despite forging his identity. However, days after hurling the accusations, Trudeau has now changed his tune and is looking to pacify New Delhi after receiving no support from allies. The Canadian PM said Ottawa wants New Delhi to address the issue properly. "Canada is not trying to provoke India by suggesting its agents were linked to the murder of a Sikh separatist leader but Ottawa wants New Delhi to address the issue properly," he said earlier this week. Despite having made the allegations days ago, the Trudeau administration is yet to produce any 'credible evidence', suggesting the Canadian PM may have overplayed his hand. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

Canada shared intelligence on Nijjar's killing with India weeks ago, says Trudeau

<p>Khalistani terror organisation leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, whose death has sparked a row between India and Canada, was granted Canadian citizenship months after a Red Corner Notice (RCN) was issued against him.</p>

<p>It is pertinent to note that after an RCN is issued by Interpol, a country is bound to arrest and deport the accused back to his/her homeland. However, Canada did not do so in Nijjar's case.&nbsp;</p>

<p>As per reports, during talks with Canada, the Indian government had raised concerns over Nijjar's citizenship being approved by the authorities, months after the very first Red Corner Notice was issued against him on November 14, 2014. &nbsp;</p>

<p>The first RCN was issued after a case (FIR No. 159) was registered against Nijjar at the Kotwali police station, Patiala, by the Punjab Police. The second RCN was issued in FIR No. 19 lodged at the Nurpur police station, Ropar, in 2016, reported The Tribune.</p>

<p>Meanwhile, Canada’s Immigration Minister Marc Miller took to social media platform X, on Tuesday (September 19), and shared a post saying Nijjar was granted citizenship on March 3, 2015. Later he stated that the Khalistani terrorist became a Canadian citizen on May 25, 2007.</p>

<p><strong>Also read:</strong>&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/canada-mp-chandra-arya-claims-khalistan-elements-attacking-hindus-638310">Canada MP Chandra Arya says Khalistan elements ‘attacking, threatening’ Hindus</a></p>

<p>"Mr. Nijjar became a Canadian citizen on May 25, 2007, earlier than I stated below. The error in dates is my responsibility to assume. Again, nothing justifies the killing of Mr. Nijjar," he wrote on X responding to his earlier post which said, "I can confirm that Hardeep Singh Nijjar became a Canadian citizen on March 3, 2015. I hope this dispels the baseless rumours that he was not a Canadian."</p>

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<h2><strong>No details shared by Canada over Nijjar's killing: New Delhi</strong></h2>

<p>The Indian foreign ministry, on Thursday (September 21), said that no evidence had been provided by Justin Trudeau's administration over Nijjar's killing.</p>

<p>"We are willing to look at any specific information that is provided to us, but so far we have received no specific information from Canada," Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said on Thursday answering queries.</p>

<p>"From our side, specific evidence about criminal activities by individuals based on Canadian soil has been shared with Canada but not acted upon…Yes, I do think there is a degree of prejudice here. They have made allegations and taken action against them. To us, it seems that these allegations by the government of Canada are primarily politically driven," Bagchi added.</p>

<p>A diplomatic standoff erupted between India and Canada after PM Trudeau suggested in his address to the House of Commons that India might be linked to the death of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Canadian soil.</p>

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Khalistani terror organisation leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, whose death has sparked a row between India and Canada, was granted Canadian citizenship months after a Red Corner Notice (RCN) was issued against him.

Khalistani terror organisation leader Hardeep Singh Nijjar, whose death has sparked a row between India and Canada, was granted Canadian citizenship months after a Red Corner Notice (RCN) was issued against him. It is pertinent to note that after an RCN is issued by Interpol, a country is bound to arrest and deport the accused back to his/her homeland. However, Canada did not do so in Nijjar's case. As per reports, during talks with Canada, the Indian government had raised concerns over Nijjar's citizenship being approved by the authorities, months after the very first Red Corner Notice was issued against him on November 14, 2014. The first RCN was issued after a case (FIR No. 159) was registered against Nijjar at the Kotwali police station, Patiala, by the Punjab Police. The second RCN was issued in FIR No. 19 lodged at the Nurpur police station, Ropar, in 2016, reported The Tribune. Meanwhile, Canada’s Immigration Minister Marc Miller took to social media platform X, on Tuesday (September 19), and shared a post saying Nijjar was granted citizenship on March 3, 2015. Later he stated that the Khalistani terrorist became a Canadian citizen on May 25, 2007. Also read: Canada MP Chandra Arya says Khalistan elements ‘attacking, threatening’ Hindus "Mr. Nijjar became a Canadian citizen on May 25, 2007, earlier than I stated below. The error in dates is my responsibility to assume. Again, nothing justifies the killing of Mr. Nijjar," he wrote on X responding to his earlier post which said, "I can confirm that Hardeep Singh Nijjar became a Canadian citizen on March 3, 2015. I hope this dispels the baseless rumours that he was not a Canadian." Mr. Nijjar became a Canadian citizen on May 25, 2007, earlier than I stated below. The error in dates is my responsibility to assume. Again, nothing justifies the killing of Mr. Nijjar. https://t.co/d5mv69HScC — Marc Miller ᐅᑭᒫᐃᐧᐅᓃᐸᐄᐧᐤᐃᔨᐣ (@MarcMillerVM) September 20, 2023 × No details shared by Canada over Nijjar's killing: New Delhi The Indian foreign ministry, on Thursday (September 21), said that no evidence had been provided by Justin Trudeau's administration over Nijjar's killing. "We are willing to look at any specific information that is provided to us, but so far we have received no specific information from Canada," Ministry of External Affairs spokesperson Arindam Bagchi said on Thursday answering queries. "From our side, specific evidence about criminal activities by individuals based on Canadian soil has been shared with Canada but not acted upon…Yes, I do think there is a degree of prejudice here. They have made allegations and taken action against them. To us, it seems that these allegations by the government of Canada are primarily politically driven," Bagchi added. A diplomatic standoff erupted between India and Canada after PM Trudeau suggested in his address to the House of Commons that India might be linked to the death of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar on Canadian soil. (With inputs from agencies) WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here.

Canada granted citizenship to Nijjar despite Red-Corner Notice issued against him: Report

<p>As tensions brew between India and Canada over the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, WION reached out to Dr&nbsp;Vivek Mishra, a Fellow with ORF's Strategic Studies Programme, to dissect the situation and offer a nuanced perspective on Canada's stance regarding the Khalistani movement and its broader implications. Dr&nbsp;Mishra said that Trudeau is playing vote bank politics to keep the political support he needs to remain in power. He highlighted that the Trudeau government heavily relies on support from the New Democratic Party (NDP).&nbsp;</p>

<p>"The Trudeau government is banking on peripheral support by the NDP - a political party that openly supports Khalistanis and ignores their wrongdoing and even illegal citizenship. If the NDP pulls its support today, the Trudeau govt will fall. So the motivation is obvious," he said.</p>

<p>"The Canadian government should do some soul-searching here. They have willfully let relations with India fall precipitously and we know that the support of political representations inside Canada like the NDP has played a key role.</p>

<p>"But broadly, the Liberal Party has been sympathetic to these causes since Pierre Trudeau, Justin Trudeau's father. However, these are different times, and don't expect India to let the Canadian government's false allegations pass," he added.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>Dr&nbsp;Mishra strongly criticised Canada's allegations, describing them as "an absolute travesty of statecraft."&nbsp;</p>

<p>He argued that India should be more concerned about Canada's interference in its internal affairs. Dr&nbsp;Mishra pointed to the substantial impact of economic and human resources mobilised in Canada through Khalistani factions, which he says "is challenging India's sovereignty and territorial integrity."</p>

<h2><strong>Bilateral relations and geopolitical ramifications&nbsp;</strong></h2>

<p>Mishra said Canada has lost its standing in Asia, potentially impacting its Indo-Pacific policy and diminishing its role in the Indian Ocean.</p>

<p>Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/business-economy/data-lab-will-the-nijjar-clash-turn-india-canada-trade-ties-sour-637933">Data Lab: Will the Nijjar clash turn India-Canada trade ties sour?</a></p>

<p>"In one fell swoop, Canada has lost Asia...&nbsp;expect the bilateral relations to go south for a while at least. Most of all, Canada can kiss its Indo-Pacific policy goodbye, or operate without any anchor in the Indian Ocean, which will not have much worth anyway," he told WION.&nbsp;</p>

<p>The expert questioned Canada's attempts to form collectives through alliances like the five-eyes (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States), suggesting that countries would be hesitant to level allegations against India without substantial evidence.&nbsp;</p>

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<p>"No country is going to base expectations, least of all their bilateral ties on allegations by a partner, which stands on flimsy grounds," the expert noted.&nbsp;</p>

<h2><strong>Khalistani sentiments in British Columbia</strong></h2>

<p>Lastly, Mishra pointed out British Columbia as "a hotspot for nurturing Khalistani sentiments inside Canada."&nbsp;He cited specific incidents, such as the murder of Nijjar, the defacement of Hindu temples, and threats to Indian diplomats, all originating from this province.&nbsp;</p>

<p>"We hope that the Canadian opposition should make this issue front and centre and expose the current Liberal party's agenda on this issue," he concluded.&nbsp;</p>

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As tensions brew between India and Canada over the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, WION reached out to Dr Vivek Mishra, a Fellow with ORF's Strategic Studies Programme, to dissect the situation and offer a nuanced perspective on Canada's stance regarding the Khalistani movement and its broader implications.

As tensions brew between India and Canada over the killing of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar, WION reached out to Dr Vivek Mishra, a Fellow with ORF's Strategic Studies Programme, to dissect the situation and offer a nuanced perspective on Canada's stance regarding the Khalistani movement and its broader implications. Dr Mishra said that Trudeau is playing vote bank politics to keep the political support he needs to remain in power. He highlighted that the Trudeau government heavily relies on support from the New Democratic Party (NDP). "The Trudeau government is banking on peripheral support by the NDP - a political party that openly supports Khalistanis and ignores their wrongdoing and even illegal citizenship. If the NDP pulls its support today, the Trudeau govt will fall. So the motivation is obvious," he said. "The Canadian government should do some soul-searching here. They have willfully let relations with India fall precipitously and we know that the support of political representations inside Canada like the NDP has played a key role. "But broadly, the Liberal Party has been sympathetic to these causes since Pierre Trudeau, Justin Trudeau's father. However, these are different times, and don't expect India to let the Canadian government's false allegations pass," he added. Also Read | New Delhi issues advisory, cautions against hate crimes and violence in Canada Dr Mishra strongly criticised Canada's allegations, describing them as "an absolute travesty of statecraft." He argued that India should be more concerned about Canada's interference in its internal affairs. Dr Mishra pointed to the substantial impact of economic and human resources mobilised in Canada through Khalistani factions, which he says "is challenging India's sovereignty and territorial integrity." Bilateral relations and geopolitical ramifications Mishra said Canada has lost its standing in Asia, potentially impacting its Indo-Pacific policy and diminishing its role in the Indian Ocean. Also Read | Data Lab: Will the Nijjar clash turn India-Canada trade ties sour? "In one fell swoop, Canada has lost Asia... expect the bilateral relations to go south for a while at least. Most of all, Canada can kiss its Indo-Pacific policy goodbye, or operate without any anchor in the Indian Ocean, which will not have much worth anyway," he told WION. The expert questioned Canada's attempts to form collectives through alliances like the five-eyes (Australia, Canada, New Zealand, the United Kingdom, and the United States), suggesting that countries would be hesitant to level allegations against India without substantial evidence. Watch | 5 biggest controversies in Canadian PM Justin Trudeau's career × "No country is going to base expectations, least of all their bilateral ties on allegations by a partner, which stands on flimsy grounds," the expert noted. Khalistani sentiments in British Columbia Lastly, Mishra pointed out British Columbia as "a hotspot for nurturing Khalistani sentiments inside Canada." He cited specific incidents, such as the murder of Nijjar, the defacement of Hindu temples, and threats to Indian diplomats, all originating from this province. "We hope that the Canadian opposition should make this issue front and centre and expose the current Liberal party's agenda on this issue," he concluded. WATCH WION LIVE HERE You can now write for wionews.com and be a part of the community. Share your stories and opinions with us here. ×

Trudeau playing vote bank politics, Canada meddling in India's affairs: Expert rips into Ottawa

<p>Trade negotiations between India and Canada have hit a snag amid escalating tensions. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's mention of a probe into "credible allegations" connecting New Delhi's agents to the assassination of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar has further strained relations.</p>

<p>On Tuesday (September 19), New Delhi dismissed these allegations as "absurd" and urged Canada to take action against anti-India elements operating on its land. This comes as a surprise move, given that just three months ago, both countries expressed their intent to finalise an initial agreement within the year.</p>

<p>Experts say&nbsp;the <a href="https://commerce.gov.in/international-trade/trade-agreements/indias-current-engagements-in-rtas/india-canada-comprehensive-economic-partnership-agreement-cepa/">Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement </a>(CEPA) between Canada and India has the potential to substantially boost bilateral trade by up to $6.5 billion, with Canada's GDP standing to gain between $3.8 billion and $5.9 billion by 2035.</p>

<p>Recent years have witnessed a steady increase in goods trade, with total trade reaching $8 billion in 2022. <a href="https://tradingeconomics.com/india/exports/canada">Indian exports to Canada</a> totalled $4 billion, mirroring <a href="https://tradingeconomics.com/canada/exports/india#:~:text=Canada%20Exports%20to%20India%20was,updated%20on%20September%20of%202023">imports from Canada</a>, which were also valued at over $4 billion.</p>

<p>Canada primarily exports energy products, including coal, coke, and briquettes, along with fertilisers, while India exports consumer goods, clothing, engineering products like auto parts and aircraft equipment, as well as electronic items according to&nbsp;Trading Economics, a repository on global economic indicators.&nbsp;</p>

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<h2><strong>What does Canada export to India?</strong></h2>

<p>Notably, Canada's main exports to India in 2022 comprised fossil fuels and related products valued at nearly $1 billion, followed by fertilisers at approximately $748 million, and wood pulp and plant fibres&nbsp;worth about $384 million.&nbsp;</p>

<p>Pharmaceutical products, worth about $418 million, constituted the bulk of Indian exports in the previous year, followed by iron and steel products at approximately $328 million and machinery, nuclear reactors, and boilers at around $287 million.</p>

<p>India's increasing demand for lentils has been a boon for Canadian farmers, while Indian pharmaceutical and software companies have expanded their presence in the Canadian market.</p>

<p>Notably, Canada ranks as India's 17th largest foreign investor, injecting more than $3.6 billion since 2000. Canadian portfolio investors have also made substantial investments in Indian stock and debt markets.</p>

<p>The Canadian Pension Plan (CPP) increased its investments in Indian markets to around $15 billion, primarily in areas like real estate, renewables, and the financial sector by the end of the last fiscal year in March 2023.</p>

<p>Over 600 Canadian companies, including Bombardier and SNC Lavalin, have established a strong presence in India, while more than 30 Indian companies, such as TCS, Infosys, and Wipro, have invested billions in Canada, generating thousands of jobs.</p>

<p>Since 2018, India has been the leading source country for international students in Canada. In 2022, their numbers surged by 47 per cent&nbsp;to nearly 320,000, constituting about 40 per cent&nbsp;of all overseas students, as reported by the Canadian Bureau of International Education. This influx also enables universities and colleges to provide subsidised education to domestic students.</p>

<h3><em>Top countries of study permit holders with a valid permit in Canada in 2022</em></h3>

<p><strong><em>Data source: Statista</em></strong></p>

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<p>Many analysts are concerned that deteriorating relations between the two nations could impact the economic well-being of thousands of Sikh families in India's Sikh-majority state of Punjab. These families have relatives in Canada who remit millions of dollars back home. According to the 2021 census, Canada's Sikh population has more than doubled over 20 years, reaching 2.1 per cent, driven by a significant migration of Sikhs from India in pursuit of higher education and employment opportunities.</p>

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Trade negotiations between India and Canada have hit a snag amid escalating tensions. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's mention of a probe into "credible allegations" connecting New Delhi's agents to the assassination of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar has further strained relations.

Trade negotiations between India and Canada have hit a snag amid escalating tensions. Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's mention of a probe into "credible allegations" connecting New Delhi's agents to the assassination of Khalistani terrorist Hardeep Singh Nijjar has further strained relations. On Tuesday (September 19), New Delhi dismissed these allegations as "absurd" and urged Canada to take action against anti-India elements operating on its land. This comes as a surprise move, given that just three months ago, both countries expressed their intent to finalise an initial agreement within the year. Experts say the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) between Canada and India has the potential to substantially boost bilateral trade by up to $6.5 billion, with Canada's GDP standing to gain between $3.8 billion and $5.9 billion by 2035. Recent years have witnessed a steady increase in goods trade, with total trade reaching $8 billion in 2022. Indian exports to Canada totalled $4 billion, mirroring imports from Canada, which were also valued at over $4 billion. Canada primarily exports energy products, including coal, coke, and briquettes, along with fertilisers, while India exports consumer goods, clothing, engineering products like auto parts and aircraft equipment, as well as electronic items according to Trading Economics, a repository on global economic indicators. Also read | Tit-for-tat: New Delhi warns Indians on ‘politically-condoned’ hate crimes in Canada travel advisory What does Canada export to India? Notably, Canada's main exports to India in 2022 comprised fossil fuels and related products valued at nearly $1 billion, followed by fertilisers at approximately $748 million, and wood pulp and plant fibres worth about $384 million. Pharmaceutical products, worth about $418 million, constituted the bulk of Indian exports in the previous year, followed by iron and steel products at approximately $328 million and machinery, nuclear reactors, and boilers at around $287 million. India's increasing demand for lentils has been a boon for Canadian farmers, while Indian pharmaceutical and software companies have expanded their presence in the Canadian market. Notably, Canada ranks as India's 17th largest foreign investor, injecting more than $3.6 billion since 2000. Canadian portfolio investors have also made substantial investments in Indian stock and debt markets. The Canadian Pension Plan (CPP) increased its investments in Indian markets to around $15 billion, primarily in areas like real estate, renewables, and the financial sector by the end of the last fiscal year in March 2023. Over 600 Canadian companies, including Bombardier and SNC Lavalin, have established a strong presence in India, while more than 30 Indian companies, such as TCS, Infosys, and Wipro, have invested billions in Canada, generating thousands of jobs. Since 2018, India has been the leading source country for international students in Canada. In 2022, their numbers surged by 47 per cent to nearly 320,000, constituting about 40 per cent of all overseas students, as reported by the Canadian Bureau of International Education. This influx also enables universities and colleges to provide subsidised education to domestic students. Top countries of study permit holders with a valid permit in Canada in 2022 Data source: Statista × Many analysts are concerned that deteriorating relations between the two nations could impact the economic well-being of thousands of Sikh families in India's Sikh-majority state of Punjab. These families have relatives in Canada who remit millions of dollars back home. According to the 2021 census, Canada's Sikh population has more than doubled over 20 years, reaching 2.1 per cent, driven by a significant migration of Sikhs from India in pursuit of higher education and employment opportunities. WATCH WION LIVE HERE:

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