Justice committee  Yes, I got the question. As Dr. Islam mentioned, I'm not too sure what criticizing theology has to do with hate, but you've heard us testify about the rise of Islamophobia. We've told you about our loss of life—Dr. Islam's family—Omar almost getting killed by a truck and the risk to us.

Justice committee  Hatred should not be incited, but I have to look at the bill to respond to that.

Justice committee  I'm so sorry. Is it possible to have the question repeated?

Justice committee  As you mentioned, things have been done, but they could be communicated better to people on the ground. That's what I would say.

Justice committee  As Dr. Islam mentioned, when people look different, naturally there's ignorance. However, when that's addressed, not just among the common people but by people in power, I think it gives strength and makes it okay to talk about Islam. It's okay to address Islamophobia when the people at the top are also addressing it.

Justice committee  Yes, I'm aware of it. It's easy to access, but hard to finally put the application through.

Justice committee  Yes.

Justice committee  Yes. Anyone in an emergency should be given a liaison for the application.

Justice committee  Engagement with law enforcement and having them present have put a band-aid over the wound and it has helped. We're seeing more engagement than before. As to the different programs that exist, the SIP program that the government has put out has helped. However, applying for the program and getting approved are extremely difficult.

Justice committee  There are different programs, but to be honest, we just raise it among ourselves. It's too much work to apply for government grants. We're talking about the safety of people, the well-being of people and the trauma that people are going through. We have no time to sit and wait, send applications, hear a response, this and that.

Justice committee  Good morning, Madam Chair and honourable members. Thank you for the invitation to appear before this committee for its study on Islamophobia. My name is Shaffni Nalir. I grew up in Toronto, where I currently live with my wife and four children. I immigrated with my parents, who fled civil war and religious persecution in Sri Lanka.