Sikhs travelling to the Nagar Kirtan parades in Regina and Saskatoon will be exempt from following helmet laws so they can represent their religious identity by wearing a turban.
A temporary exemption has been made for Saskatchewan Sikh motorcyclists headed to cultural parades around the province over the next two weeks.A temporary exemption has been made for Saskatchewan Sikh motorcyclists headed to cultural parades around the province over the next two weeks.1:51Sikhs travelling to the events by motorcycle will be exempt from following helmet laws so they can represent their religious identity by wearing a turban, according to the provincial government.
Gill said the helmet exemption allows Sikhs to follow their passion, in this case riding motorcycles, while being able to fully embrace their religious identity.The exemptions must be approved by the minister responsible for Saskatchewan Government Insurance and is limited to members of the Sikh religion.
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