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Kirpan at the Gym Sparks Faith Debate | Toronto News
A Goodlife Fitness member in Windsor was asked to leave for wearing a kirpan—a sacred Sikh dagger—sparking debate over religious accommodation, legal protections, and public safety. Though the Supreme Court of Canada has upheld the kirpan’s protected status when sheathed and under 23 cm, tensions arose as some gymgoers expressed safety concerns, especially with teens around. The World Sikh Organization emphasized the kirpan’s cultural significance and pointed out other potential weapons in gyms. Goodlife apologized, affirmed its commitment to inclusivity and human rights, and reached out to…
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