B.C. Vaisakhi Parade: 550,000 celebrate 'unity, diversity and shared joy'
- Over 550,000 people attended the Nagar Kirtan on April 19, according to organizers.
- The parade featured a float carrying the Sri Guru Granth Sahib Ji and traversed various streets before returning to the Gurdwara.
- Vaisakhi commemorates the establishment of the Khalsa order by Guru Gobind Singh in 1699, and is one of the Sikh calendar's most significant events.
- Premier David Eby praised the Sikh community for promoting unity and diversity during the celebration.
12 Articles
12 Articles
Vancouver's 2025 Vaisakhi parade - Link Newspaper
Thousands attended the annual Vancouver Vaisakhi parade on April 12. The festivities began around 9 a.m. at the Khalsa Diwan Society Gurdwara on Ross Street. The parade kicked off on Marine Drive at the Ross Street gurdwara, weaving its way through the heart of the Punjabi Market district at the intersection of Main Street and 49th Avenue, down Fraser Street and back to the temple. Along the route, crowds were met with colourful floats playing …
Coverage Details
Bias Distribution
- 100% of the sources lean Left
To view factuality data please Upgrade to Premium
Ownership
To view ownership data please Upgrade to Vantage