Past to Future
Many would be surprised to learn that the linkage between Sikhs and Canada is over 200 years old.
The legacy of Sikhs in Canada is nothing short of remarkable; a testament to the resilience of the early pioneers who overcame formidable obstacles
A centre of Learning
Since its inception in 2014, the SHMC has been committed to good governance and leadership. Most importantly, the Sikh Heritage Museum of Canada has become a strong community partner in educating Canadians about the history of Sikhs through SHMC exhibits, lectures, and events. The SHMC has collaborated and partnered with over 28 local, national, and international organizations and institutions.
Prior to its formal opening, the SHMC partnered with the City of Mississauga for its groundbreaking exhibition, “The British Indian Army in the Great War, 1914-1918”, which marked the centennial of the start of the Great War. This was followed by a subject-specific exhibition at the SHMC Gallery to mark “Doors Open Mississauga” entitled “Call to Flanders: Sikhs in the Great War”.
Over the past couple of years, the Sikh Heritage Museum of Canada has been engaged in over 50 exhibits and events, with exhibits shown in 6 provinces, 18 cities, and 3 countries. The SHMC has spoken on various television and radio programs across Canada including the CBC, CTV, GLOBAL, CP24, and Rogers, to name a few. The SHMC was proud to partner with the largest teacher federation in Canada, the Elementary Teachers Federation of Ontario (ETFO), to produce a commemorative poster highlighting Sikh Heritage in Canada. The poster was disseminated to every elementary school in Ontario as part of South Asian Heritage Month.
The Sikh Heritage Museum of Canada has hosted countless community attendees including seniors, children, students, scholars, and various dignitaries including the Premier of Ontario, federal and provincial Ministers, Mayors, Councilors, and Chief of Police. Other guests have included individuals from the Commonwealth War Graves Commission, the 7th Toronto Regiment-RCA, the Smithsonian, and the Royal Ontario Museum.
The Sikh Heritage Museum of Canada is dedicated to advancing and promoting knowledge, understanding, and preservation of the cultural and religious life of our people. We do so through our top-quality museum exhibits, lectures, and special programs.
Our Mission
We envision a dynamic, learning-focused permanent Sikh museum and educational facility. The Sikh Museum will celebrate the Canadian Sikh experience and its vibrant history, explore the richness and complexities of Sikh spirituality and identity, and commemorate and honour Sikh history.
We are committed to building a strong and diverse community that promotes harmony, friendship and understanding.
Goals and Objectives
To provide a public amenity by establishing and operating a Sikh Heritage Museum to preserve, curate, and exhibit artifacts, publications, photographs, and documents of historical significance; To advance education by creating and touring exhibits, and by providing educational lectures and seminars relating to Sikh history and culture; and
To do all such things as are incidental or ancillary to the attainments of the above purposes.
ADOPTED BY:
The Sikh Heritage Museum of Canada Board Members
Sunday 21st December 2014
50+ Exhibits
Board of Directors
Jogeshwar Joey Singh
Executive Director
Joey is an entrepreneur and marketing strategist who focuses on building the systems, partnerships, and audiences that sustain the Sikh Heritage Museum of Canada. As Executive Director, he works across all committees to support exhibition planning, digital strategy, operations, and community engagement, helping to connect the Museum’s collections and research with visitors in clear, contemporary ways.
Joey’s professional background spans marketing, advertising, digital services, hospitality and transportation technology. Over more than a decade of launching and leading ventures, he has developed a practical understanding of how to build brands, design efficient processes, and turn data into decisions. He brings this multidisciplinary, “hands-on builder” perspective to the Museum’s governance, communications, and long-term planning.
With longstanding roots in the Sikh community in the Greater Toronto Area, Joey cares deeply about how Canadian Sikh stories are preserved, interpreted, and shared. He is particularly interested in making the Museum a welcoming space for new generations of visitors, where history, faith, and culture are presented with clarity, creativity, and care for community.
Karen Dadwan
Chair
Karen Dadwan is a community organizer and campaign strategist with over a decade of experience in grassroots mobilization, guided by a deeply held belief that seva, selfless service, must be at the centre of meaningful leadership and community work. Her background spans operational leadership, communications, stakeholder relations, and media engagement, bringing practical, results-driven insight to the Museum’s work.
She is committed to ensuring Sikh Canadian history and heritage are documented and shared in ways that are accessible, accurate, and grounded in lived experience.
Karen’s work with the Museum is deeply rooted in her role as a mother. She is motivated by the responsibility of passing Sikhi on to her children as both a faith and the foundation of their identity and values, shaping how they see and contribute to the world around them. She believes that preserving Sikh heritage is essential to helping future generations understand who they are, where they come from, and how the principles of Sikhi can meaningfully guide and enrich their lives.
As Chair, Karen brings a strong focus on operational leadership and organizational stewardship, supporting effective decision-making and long-term sustainability. Rooted in Sikhi, she approaches this work with chardi kala; optimism, humility, and a belief in collective progress through service.
Karen joined the Board of Directors in 2024 and currently serves as Chair.
Dolly Singh
Secretary
Strategic planner and community leader, Dolly Singh brings over 20 years of experience in the non-profit and community services sector. With a strong background in events, fundraising, and marketing, she has consistently driven initiatives that strengthen community engagement and organizational growth.
At Indus Community Services, Dolly leads the organization’s marketing and communications strategy, oversees grant development and management, and spearheads key strategic initiatives that support the agency’s mission and long-term impact.
Beyond her professional role, Dolly is deeply committed to cultural preservation and community leadership.
Nav Bedi
Board Member
Nav Bedi currently serves as Legal Counsel at Toronto Hydro. She joined the Board of the Sikh Heritage Museum of Canada in 2026, bringing a strong commitment to public service, community engagement, and the preservation of Canadian Sikh history.
Nav’s connection to the Museum is both professional and personal, rooted in her family’s ties to the Komagata Maru of 1914. This experience has underscored the importance of preserving and sharing Sikh narratives that were historically excluded, and the important role institutions like the Sikh Heritage Museum of Canada play in ensuring these stories are not forgotten.
An active member of the Sikh community, Nav regularly contributes to education, humanitarian, and advocacy focused initiatives across Ontario.
Through her legal expertise, community involvement, and personal connection to Sikh history, Nav brings a thoughtful and principled perspective to the Board and is committed to advancing the Museum’s mission for future generations.
Ameek Singh
Board Member
Ameek Singh is a community advocate and lifelong Brampton resident dedicated to advancing equitable access to care. Guided by the Sikh principle of Seva, he has been a vocal leader in strengthening local healthcare, earning the RNAO Leadership Award in Political Action for his contributions to the "Fair Deal for Brampton" campaign.
Ameek also serves on the Brampton Library Board, where he champions inclusive access to learning. A dedicated supporter of Sikh art and history, he is grounded in the values of dignity, compassion, and Chardi Kala. Ameek works toward a future where every Sikh Canadian feels empowered to connect deeply with their shared history within the Canadian tapestry at The Sikh Heritage Museum of Canada.
Jaskaran Grewal
Board Member
Jaskaran Grewal is a corporate lawyer and founder of Valiant Law LLP, where he advises on mergers and acquisitions, corporate finance, and venture capital transactions. He also serves as Fractional General Counsel to a select group of organizations, functioning as a senior legal partner embedded at the executive level across governance, regulatory, and strategic matters. Jaskaran holds a J.D. from Western University and a Master of Management (with distinction) from the Schulich School of Business. He was named to York and Schulich's Top 30 Alumni Under 30 in 2025. Jaskaran sits on multiple boards and is a member of the Impact Committee at Toronto Metropolitan University's School of Medicine.
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Past to Future
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