Canada Post unveils new stamp in Kitchener honouring Sikh Canadian soldiers

A new Canada Post stamp paying tribute to Sikh Canadian soldiers was unveiled Sunday at the 18th annual Sikh Remembrance Day ceremony at Mount Hope Cemetery in Kitchener.

The stamp honors the service and contributions of Sikh soldiers in the Canadian military dating back to the First World War.

Sandeep Singh Brar, curator of Sikh Museum.com, says the stamp is more than just a tribute to the soldiers.

"It's an amazing opportunity for all Canadians to learn about a part of Canadian history that we may not be aware of," Brar said.

[Private Singh stamp] Sandeep Singh Brar, curator of Sikh Museum.com, says the stamp aims to capture the "dual nature" of Sikhs serving in the Canadian army today and in the past. (Canada Post)

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