Public Safety committee   of these organizations is to create a political, social, and cultural space where issues of extremism and political violence could be advanced, while opposition is silenced through claims of Islamophobia and racism. These extremist networks are created by groups such as the Muslim Brotherhood, Hizb

Public Safety committee   understanding between communities, and confront Islamophobia. We work to achieve this mission through community education and outreach, media engagement, anti-discrimination action, public advocacy, and partnering with other social justice and public interest organizations. We are mindful

Rise in anti-Semitism   also criticize Israel's policies. We need to be careful not to confuse these things. Anti-Semitism, Islamophobia or racism toward blacks or people of any colour is one thing. Criticizing a government's policies is quite another. Perhaps I misunderstood my colleagues, but I must

Rise in anti-Semitism  Mr. Chairman, I want to pick up a bit on what the previous speaker said. I am of the belief that until we can find a way through to ending anti-Semitism, we will not have any hope of addressing all of the other antis either, the Islamophobias or whatever. We have to confront

Anti-terrorism Act, 2015   the government has done, and one that, rather than fanning the flames of Islamophobia, would work with at-risk communities on counter-radicalization programs. That is what is needed in our country and that is where the government has failed. The criticisms of the bill are of course many

Protection of Canada from Terrorists Act   of tainting Canada's Muslim community because that information is sensationalized by media outlets of dubious repute just to sell copies. Some people try to blame everything bad in the world on the Muslim community, and because of Islamophobia, we end up with situations like the one going

March for Peace   with our Muslim brothers and sisters. We were all shocked by the terrible events that took place in Saint-Jean and here in Parliament. To quote the Leader of the Opposition: ...whether talking about protecting civilians in the Middle East, fighting racism and Islamophobia or ensuring

Citizenship and Immigration committee  Thank you, Mr. Chair. I left off talking about Islamophobia. I have a few more questions, Mr. Minister. It would be very helpful if you, as minister for multiculturalism, issued a clear statement to the Canadian public against any form of Islamophobia or rising resentment

Citizenship and Immigration committee   Islamophobia in Canada. There has been a recent article in the Ottawa Citizen about it. Minister, I want to know what you're doing to address the rising phenomenon of Islamophobia to ensure Canada remains open and safe to those from all religious backgrounds. Do you have any specific

Canadian Muslim Forum Parliamentary Day   to play an active role in every aspect of society. This event provided an opportunity to present the findings of a study on Islamophobia in Canada. The representatives wanted to express to us their concerns about Islamophobia and its potential impact on Arab and Muslim groups. We

Justice  Mr. Speaker, it is the Internet that is quickly becoming a haven for all sorts of anonymous hateful acts. Gay and lesbian teens have been bullied to the point of suicide. Islamophobia and anti-Semitism are rampant online, with neo-Nazi groups continuing to spread hate. In 2010

Status of Women committee   in a private home, and most victims of sexual assault are assaulted before the age of 25. Racism, Islamophobia, discrimination against aboriginal peoples, homophobia, and discrimination against young girls with disabilities remain endemic. At least one in 10 girls lives in poverty. I'm

Protecting Canada's Immigration System Act   persecuted at that time. Anti-Semitism was rife then and it still lives today, as does Islamophobia. When I heard the Prime Minister say on national television that the greatest threat to our nation was Islamism, it gave me pause. As someone who firmly believes that history shows us where

Combating Terrorism Act   conservatism, racism, intolerance of differences, communitarianism, the increasing Islamophobia in Canada and the world, must all be battled. I could list many more causes, but I will focus on something in which I have been especially interested for some time. In order to effectively

Subcommittee on International Human Rights committee   after 9/11 we had the fire bombing of a Hindu Samaj, and clearly that was a case of Islamophobia misdirected to the wrong place. We've had significant testimony here about the fact that the day this attack took place in Venezuela there were certain sayings written on the wall