Stats on hate crimes in Canada are indicating a rising concern: the trend is upwards. Statistics of the Canadian Center for Justice Statistics show that hate crimes have increased by approximately 27% over the period of 2020 to 2022. More frequent targets of hate crimes were religious sites, mostly those belonging to the Hindu and Sikh communities.
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Why is the U.S. Supporting Canada in its Dispute with India Over the Nijjar Killing?
The U.S. support for Canada in the ongoing dispute with India over the Nijjar killing is rooted in a complex web of intelligence sharing, strategic alliances, and domestic political considerations. As a member of the Five Eyes alliance, the U.S. has a responsibility to stand by its partners, particularly when serious allegations of extrajudicial killings are involved. At the same time, the U.S. is wary of jeopardizing its strategic relationship with India, a critical ally in its Indo-Pacific strategy. The challenge for Washington is to balance these competing interests while continuing to uphold its values of justice and accountability on the global stage.