The Canadian government has communicated with the United Nations expressing significant concerns regarding the safety of Sikh activist Moninder Singh in British Columbia. Measures are being taken to counter any credible threats originating from foreign entities targeting individuals on Canadian soil. This assurance follows a plea from five UN special rapporteurs in June, requesting action to avert an imminent threat to Singh and his family.
In addition to urging expedited investigations and holding perpetrators accountable, the rapporteurs sought clarification on Canada’s threat assessment, response actions, and measures to safeguard the Sikh community in the country. The Canadian response highlighted the gravity of all credible threats against individuals within its borders, particularly emphasizing the safety of Moninder Singh, his family, and his endeavors, as well as acknowledging the loss of his associate, Hardeep Singh Nijjar.
Canada affirmed its commitment to detecting, disrupting, and deterring transnational repression both online and offline, while enhancing protections and support for those targeted by such activities within Canada. The government referenced a 2024 RCMP public statement warning of a threat posed by the Indian government, based on law enforcement investigations. However, recent RCMP statements have been viewed as contradicting the allegations made in the 2024 warning.
Notably, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s government has not admitted any involvement in the assassination of Nijjar in Surrey, B.C., in 2023 or any other violent incidents in Canada. The communication to the UN cited a 2025 Canadian Security Intelligence Service report identifying India, China, Russia, Iran, and Pakistan as major perpetrators of foreign interference against Canada.
Moninder Singh welcomed Canada’s response to the UN, acknowledging it as a crucial step in addressing state-sponsored threats against Sikh activists. The federal government’s communication underlined its ongoing efforts to identify, assess, and address threats posed by foreign states, leveraging the authorities of the CSIS Act when informed of such threats.
Canada assured the UN of its awareness of foreign states intimidating, harassing, and harming individuals in Canada and abroad, and highlighted its proactive approach in responding to threats, including investigations, advisories, and disruption efforts. The ‘duty to warn’ notifications issued by the RCMP to members of the South Asian community, especially those associated with the pro-Khalistan movement, were emphasized in the communication.
Moninder Singh has received multiple ‘duty to warn’ letters, with the most recent in February 2026 coinciding with the Carney government’s efforts to normalize diplomatic relations with India. Despite concerns raised about the duty-to-warn system, Singh emphasized the need for the Canadian government to prevent foreign interference and violent activities on Canadian soil to ensure his safety.
Although specific details on the response to threats against Singh were not disclosed, Canada emphasized its collaboration with domestic and international security and intelligence partners to protect the Sikh community from foreign threats.