Ottawa

Creator: Canada Post

Official First Day Cover issued by Canada Post, marking the release of a new stamp. The stamp was issued to commemorate the 300th anniversary of Vaisakhi, a Sikh religious event. The cover includes the stamp's issue date, April 19, 1999. The stamp design was created by Stacey Zabolotney. The cover includes a photo of a Sikh family as well as a history of Sikhs in Canada. The cover is written in English, French, and Punjabi.

Letter from N. S. Sahni, a representative for H. S. Malik, to Mayo Singh confirming receipt of Mayo's letter. He informs Mayo that Hon'ble Sardar Malik is in London and that they will be happy to bring the matter to the immigration authorities. He also asks Mayo to send a copy of the Board of Enquiry's brief to their office.

Creator: Malik, H. S.

Letter from H. S. Malik to Mayo Singh stating he has Mayo's letter and appeal for Karnail's permanent residence in Canada. Mr. Malik confirms he has strongly recommended the case to the authorities in Ottawa and will write to Mayo again with their decision.

Creator: Jolliffe, A. L.

Letter from A. L. Jolliffe to Dr. Pandia confirming receipt of the latter's letter dated December 16, 1948. He states he had written a letter to Dr. Pandia that said the case was being reviewed by the Minister. He also advises that special authority has been obtained and action is to be taken to adjust Karnail's status for permanent residence in Canada.

Copy of a letter from C. E. S. Smith to J. A. Byers indicating instructions have been forwarded to the District Superintendent in Vancouver to adjust Karnail's status for permanent residence.

Creator: Malik, H. S.

Letter from H. S. Malik to Mayo Singh asking Mayo's opinion on the question posed in the enclosed letter to the President of the Khalsa Diwan Society in Vancouver regarding the celebration of Mahatma Gandhi on the first anniversary of his death.

Creator: Malik, H. S.

Letter from H. S. Malik to Mayo Singh to inform him that the Honourable Minister MacKinnon has approved Karnail Singh's entry to Canada. He expresses delight in the success of the case.

Letter from P. T. Baldwin, Assistant Commissioner of Immigration, to Karnail Singh informing him that his appeal has been dismissed.

Order of Deportation for Karnail Singh Saroya due to inability to comply with provisions of Order-in-Council P.C. 2115 from September 16, 1030.

Creator: Malik, Sardar H. S.

Letter from H. S. Malik, High Commissioner for India in Ottawa to Mayo Singh stating he is happy to help with Karnail's immigration proceedings and providing instructions for next steps.