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NDTV
01-05-2025
- Politics
- NDTV
Canada Election 2025: 22 Punjab-Origin Candidates Elected As Canadian MPs
Quick Take Summary is AI generated, newsroom reviewed. The 2025 Canadian federal elections saw a record 22 Punjabi-origin candidates elected to the House of Commons, comprising over 6% of Parliament. Notable wins included Ruby Sahota and Anita Anand, while NDP leader Jagmeet Singh lost his seat. The 2025 Canadian federal elections have marked a historic milestone for the Punjabi community, with a record 22 candidates of Punjabi origin securing seats in the House of Commons. This impressive representation accounts for over 6% of Canada's parliament, showcasing the growing influence of the Punjabi diaspora in the country's politics. In Brampton, a city known for its strong Punjabi presence, the election results were particularly noteworthy. Five constituencies in Brampton featured candidates with Punjabi names, with both the Liberal and Conservative parties claiming wins. Ruby Sahota, a Liberal, defeated Amandeep Judge, a Conservative, in Brampton North, while Maninder Siddhu, a Liberal, beat Bob Dosanjh, a Conservative, in Brampton East. However, not all Liberal candidates emerged victorious, as Sukhdeep Kang, a Conservative, flipped Brampton South by defeating Sonia Siddhu, a Liberal. Beyond Brampton, other Punjabi Canadian politicians made significant wins. Anita Anand, a former innovation minister, retained her seat in Oakville East, while Bardish Chagger, a veteran politician known for her work on diversity and inclusion, secured a win in Waterloo. Other Liberal winners included Anju Dhillon, Sukh Dhaliwal, Randeep Sarai, and Param Bains. The Conservative Party also saw success with candidates of Punjabi origin, including Jasraj Hallan, Dalwinder Gill, Amanpreet Gill, Arpan Khanna, Tim Uppal, Parm Gill, Sukhman Gill, Jagsharan Singh Mahal and Harb Gill. However, not all prominent Punjabi politicians fared well. Jagmeet Singh, the leader of the New Democratic Party (NDP), lost his seat in Burnaby Central, finishing third and subsequently resigning as NDP president. This unexpected outcome has sent shockwaves through Canada's political landscape. The success of Punjabi Canadians in the 2025 elections reflects the growing clout of the Indian diaspora, particularly the Punjabi Sikh community, in shaping policies in one of the world's most progressive democracies.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Politics
- Time of India
Punjab-origin leaders win 22 seats in Canada elections
A total of 22 candidates of Punjab origin have secured seats in Canada's federal elections, marking a slight increase from the 20 elected in 2019 and 17 in 2021. These winners are part of the 343-member Canadian parliament . Of the 22, 12 represent the Liberal Party and 10 are from the Conservative Party, as per a report by TOI. #Pahalgam Terrorist Attack Pakistan's General Asim Munir is itching for a fight. Are his soldiers willing? PM Modi chairs 'Super Cabinet' meeting after giving army 'full freedom' India planning to launch military strike against Pakistan within 24 to 36 hours, claims Pak minister This year, 65 candidates of Punjabi descent contested the elections from Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, and Manitoba. They represented all major political parties — the Liberals, Conservatives, New Democratic Party (NDP), and the Greens — along with some independents. One of the most prominent defeats was that of NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, who lost from Burnaby Central. Singh had long been a prominent face in Canadian politics as a Punjabi-Canadian leader. Kamal Khera, minister of health in Prime Minister Mark Carney's cabinet, also lost her seat in Brampton West to Amarjit Gill of the Conservative Party. Khera, a registered nurse and York University graduate, was among the youngest women elected to the Canadian parliament in 2015. Anita Anand, Liberal candidate from Oakville East and a minister in the Carney cabinet, retained her seat. She previously held the innovation, science, and industry portfolio and is the daughter of Indian immigrant parents. Bardish Chagger, Liberal MP from Waterloo Riding, also returned to parliament. She was first elected in 2015 and has served as minister of diversity, inclusion, and youth. Chagger holds a Bachelor of Science from the University of Uppal, Conservative candidate, held onto his seat from Edmonton Gateway. A former federal minister under Prime Minister Stephen Harper, Uppal previously lost in Edmonton Mill Woods in 2015 but regained it in 2019 and kept it in Dhaliwal, Liberal MP from Surrey-Newton, was re-elected. He won this seat in 2015 and 2019 and previously represented Newton–North Delta from 2006 to 2011. He is an engineer, land surveyor, and small business owner. Amarjeet Sohi, former mayor of Edmonton, resigned his municipal post to contest the federal election as a Liberal candidate from Edmonton Southeast. He was among the high-profile names in the race. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Co-Founder of Google Brain, Andrew Ng, Is Reported To Have Read Every... Blinkist: Andrew Ng's Reading List Undo The presence of Punjabi-origin candidates continues to grow in Canadian politics, with representation across party lines and a mix of new and returning faces. (Join our ETNRI WhatsApp channel for all the latest updates) Live Events MORE STORIES FOR YOU ✕ « Back to recommendation stories I don't want to see these stories because They are not relevant to me They disrupt the reading flow Others SUBMIT
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First Post
30-04-2025
- Politics
- First Post
Punjabis in the House: A record to cheer in Canada
A record 22 Punjabi-origin candidates were elected to Canada's House of Commons in the 2025 federal election. Among them, Liberal MP Sukh Dhaliwal won a sixth term, sparking celebrations in his native village in Punjab. Read on for more details. read more 22 Punjabi-origin candidates secured seats in Canada's House of Commons in the 2025 election. Punjab's Sujapur village erupted in celebration on Tuesday (April 29) as native son Sukh Dhaliwal secured his sixth term in Canada's federal elections. Contesting on a Liberal Party ticket, Dhaliwal won from Surrey Newton, defeating Conservative candidate Harjit Singh Gill. The 64-year-old businessman-turned-politician is among 22 Punjabi-origin candidates elected to the Canadian House of Commons this year. The Liberal Party, which emerged victorious in the federal polls, fielded several candidates of South Asian and Punjabi descent, reflecting the growing influence of the diaspora in Canadian politics. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Dhaliwal, who earlier represented Newton—North Delta, has now retained Surrey Newton for the third consecutive time after wins in 2011, 2015, and 2019. Back in his native Sujapur village in the Jagraon region of Ludhiana, the mood was jubilant. Locals danced to dhol beats, burst crackers, and distributed sweets in celebration. His elder brother credited the win to Dhaliwal's deep connection to his roots and regular visits to the village. Gurcharan Singh Grewal, general secretary of the Shiromani Gurdwara Parbandhak Committee (SGPC) and Dhaliwal's former classmate, expressed pride over the win. 'He has always stayed close to the people of the village. It's a proud moment for all of us,' he said. Two more candidates from Punjab's Moga district—Amanpreet Singh Gill (Calgary Skyview) and Sukhman Gill (Abbotsford–South Langley), both Conservatives—also emerged victorious, prompting celebrations in their respective hometowns. Punjab Assembly Speaker Kultar Singh Sandhwan and AAP MLA from Moga Amandeep Kaur Arora congratulated the winners, expressing hope for stronger diplomatic and cultural ties between India and Canada. Other prominent Punjabi-origin winners in the election include: Anita Anand (Liberal, Oakville East), Bardish Chagger (Liberal, Waterloo), Anju Dhillon (Liberal, Dorval–Lachine), Randeep Sarai (Liberal, Surrey Centre), Dalwinder Gill (Conservative, Calgary McKnight), Arpan Khanna (Conservative, Oxford), Tim Uppal (Conservative, Edmonton Gateway) Reacting to the results, SGPC President Harjinder Singh Dhami called the victories 'a matter of great pride' for the Sikh and Punjabi communities globally. He attributed the success to the candidates' hard work, honesty, and humanitarian values, and urged them to uphold Sikh principles while serving in office. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD Dhami also extended congratulations to the Liberal Party and its leader Mark Carney, commending their inclusivity and diverse representation. A record 22 Punjabi-origin candidates were elected as Members of Parliament in the 2025 Canadian federal election, the highest ever, up from 20 in 2019 and 17 in 2021. These winners represent both major parties: 12 are Liberals and 10 are Conservatives, showing strong cross-party support from the Punjabi community. Out of 65 Punjabi-origin candidates who contested (across Ontario, British Columbia, Alberta, and Manitoba), the successful MPs include 6 women and 6 turbaned Sikh men, reflecting the community's diversity. Key results include: * NDP leader Jagmeet Singh, one of the most prominent Punjabi-Canadian politicians, lost his seat in Burnaby Central and announced he will step down as party leader. * Liberal minister Kamal Khera lost her Brampton West seat to Conservative Amarjit Gill. * Liberal ministers Anita Anand (Oakville East) and Bardish Chagger (Waterloo) retained their seats. * Conservative Tim Uppal held on to his Edmonton Gateway seat. * Liberal Sukh Dhaliwal was re-elected in Surrey-Newton. STORY CONTINUES BELOW THIS AD This election marks a milestone for the Punjabi diaspora's influence in Canadian politics, with their largest-ever representation in Parliament. (Input from other agencies)
New Indian Express
29-04-2025
- Politics
- New Indian Express
Pro-Khalistani Sikh leader Jagmeet Singh quits as NDP chief after party loses national status in Canada polls
CHANDIGARH: Pro-Khalistani Sikh leader Jagmeet Singh, who heads Canada's New Democratic Party (NDP), announced his decision to resign after facing a personal and party-wide setback in the federal elections. Singh lost his own riding of Burnaby Central in British Columbia, while the NDP was reduced to single digits, winning only seven seats, thereby losing its national party status. The party's performance marked a steep decline from the 2021 elections, where it had secured 24 seats. Its support base dropped by 12 percentage points, falling to just six per cent in this federal election. Singh, who came third in his constituency, received less than 19 per cent of the vote, trailing behind the Liberal Party's Wade Chang and the Conservative Party's James Yan. This outcome is being seen as a major blow to Khalistani sympathisers in Canada, as Singh has long been viewed as one of their key backers. His resignation brings to a close his leadership of the NDP, which began in October 2017 when he won the leadership race on the first ballot. The NDP had also played a significant role in a supply-and-confidence agreement with the Liberal government during his tenure. Singh said he would step down once an interim party leader is chosen. In a series of posts on X, he said, 'It's been the honour of my life to lead the NDP, and to represent the people of Burnaby Central. Congratulations to Prime Minister Carney, and to all the other leaders on a hard-fought campaign. I know this night is disappointing for New Democrats.' 'I am disappointed that we could not win more seats. But I am not disappointed in our movement. I am hopeful for our Party. I know that we will always choose hope over fear,' he added. In another tweet, he stated, 'We have built the best of Canada. And we aren't going anywhere.' Singh was first elected to the House of Commons in a by-election from Burnaby South in February 2019 with around 39 per cent of the vote and retained the seat in the 2019 and 2021 general elections. A lawyer by profession, Singh was born on 2 January 1979 in Scarborough, Ontario. He is married to fashion designer Gurkiran Kaur Sidhu, and they have two children. While the NDP saw a historic low, a record 22 Indian-Punjabi origin candidates were elected to the House of Commons—split between the Liberal and Conservative parties. This marks an increase from 18 in 2021 and 20 in 2019. In Brampton, five of the city's seats were secured by Punjabi-origin candidates. Liberal Ruby Sahota defeated Conservative Amandeep Judge in Brampton North; Maninder Sidhu of the Liberal Party defeated Bob Dosanjh of the Conservatives in Brampton East; and Amandeep Sohi, also from the Liberals, beat Taran Chahal in Brampton Centre. On the Conservative side, Sukhdeep Kang defeated Liberal Sonia Sidhu in Brampton South, while Amarjeet Gill overcame sitting minister Kamal Khera in Brampton West. Other successful Indian-Punjabi candidates from the Liberal Party include Anita Anand (Oakville East), Anju Dhillon (Dorval–Lachine), Sukh Dhaliwal (Surrey Newton), Bardish Chagger (Waterloo), Gurbax Saini (Fleetwood–Port Kells), Iqwinder Singh Gaheer (Mississauga–Malton), Param Bains (Richmond East–Steveston), and Randeep Sarai (Surrey Centre). From the Conservative Party, the victors include Tim Uppal (Edmonton Gateway), Parm Gill (Milton East), Amanpreet Gill (Calgary Skyview), Jasraj Hallan (Calgary East), Dalwinder Gill (Calgary McKnight), Sukhman Gill (Abbotsford South–Langley), Arpan Khanna (Oxford), Harb Gill (Windsor West), and Jagsharan Singh Mahal (Edmonton Southeast).
