Official account of the Muslim Advisory Council of Canada | Advocating against Islamophobia through evidence-based research & meaningful partnerships | 🇨🇦
The new study from McMaster University & the Muslim Advisory Council of Canada says Canada needs more research on discrimination Muslim women & children face in health-care settings, as well as how it impacts them. (David Donnelly/CBC)
#CDNhealth
We're troubled by
@HaltonDSB
Guidance Counselor likening a student to a terrorist for wearing a keffiyah-a cultural piece of clothing. We've alerted
@HaltonDSB
administration. More updates coming soon.
#noroomforhate
🚨 We are appalled by Dr. Thea Weisdorf's suggestion of denying Canadians healthcare. We've contacted
@cpso_ca
,
@Royal_College
, & others. We'll advocate fiercely for accountability & equitable care for all.
#healthequity
🚨 BREAKING NEWS: Over 800 healthcare professionals, patients, caregivers, medical students, and human rights advocates are uniting to demand accountability from
@CHEO
after harmful social media posts by Dr. Gillian Dolansky. They are calling for transparency & an investigation.
Just days after
@cpso_ca
released its updated Professional Behaviour policy, Dr. Gillian Dolansky, a pediatrician at
@CHEO
, shared a post celebrating terrorism. This undermines safety for
@CHEO
colleagues, patients, and caregivers.
@AlexMunter
#accountabilitynow
🚨In response to rising anti-Muslim sentiments in 🇨🇦 healthcare, we have launched a secure space for reporting incidents. Healthcare workers, patients, & caregivers encountering anti-Muslim sentiment can share experiences below.
No student should feel unsafe at school for donning a keffiyah, a cultural piece of clothing. We appreciate the decisive action taken by
@HaltonDSB
Director of Education, Curtis Ennis, to ensure a safe and inclusive environment for all.
#noroomforhate
#CulturalRespect
We’ve been baffled by the media’s reporting on this matter too. Someone who takes weapons with them to ‘talk’ to the Prime Minister of Canada is being described as ‘friendly’ in the media. Here’s some
#realtalk
by
@MatthewGreenNDP
⬇️⬇️
Denouncing the recent terrorist attack on our Prime Minister
@JustinTrudeau
and his family with a call to crack down on Canada’s
#1
threat of domestic terrorism Far Right Nationalist Extremism including white supremacist neo nazi ”militias” and their online offshoots.
🚨 Our communities are alarmed by the increasing 'pager' threats being made online by 🇨🇦 individuals & 🇨🇦 orgs. targeting Pro-Palestinian human rights supporters. We have escalated these urgent concerns to Public Safety Canada and Foreign Affairs Canada to ensure community safety
This person is employed by
@uOttawa
to address antisemitism. He posted these all today when over 3000 people in Lebanon and Syria were injured by exploding pager devices killing several including an eight year old girl. It’s widely believed that Israel was behind this terrorism.
October is Canadian Islamic History Month! This is a timeline of {some} of Canada’s most notable Muslims ☮️ Jazakallah khair
@HassamM_
for compiling the information for us 🙏🏽🇨🇦
#IslamicHistoryMonth
It’s concerning when the Minister of Education advocates to take away valuable learning opportunities from students. Civic engagement and advocacy are crucial educational experiences, and all voices deserve equal support- even the non-white ones ☮️
I am deeply disappointed by yesterday’s events. Compromising the security and safety of students is unacceptable.
I expect TDSB to conduct a thorough review of the situation and ensure accountability with parents and students to prevent future incidents.
Minister, who killed these Canadian citizens? Why the vague condemnation?
How is it acceptable that Canadian citizens get killed and our government officials can’t even name the perpetrators.
It was Israel.
Deeply saddened by the killing of Hussein & Daad Tabaja in airstrikes.
My thoughts are with their family & the Lebanese community. Hundreds have been killed & thousands are displaced.
Civilians must be protected.
We need de-escalation between
#Israel
and
#Hezbollah
.
🚨Press Release: The Muslim Advisory Council of Canada demands that
@CMAJ
retract the article ‘Don’t use an instrument of oppression as a symbol of diversity and inclusion’ & issue an apology to their thousands of subscribers about the harm they have caused. Full statement ⬇️
We have received confirmation from
@OttawaPolice
Chief of Police that the white male who assaulted a hijab woman in Ottawa in the distressing video circulating online has been charged. We will share more details soon as they become available. ⬇️
#noroomforhate
In regards to the CANSEC conference last Wednesday and an arrest made after a protestor was assaulted by an event participant: We are aware of speculation and comments being made online that the man charged with this assault is a member of the Ottawa Police Service Board. We
We are aware of the situation involving
@NiagRegPolice
visiting a Canadian immigration and refugee lawyer to discuss her social media posts. We appreciate our community for reaching out and are in contact with
@OttawaPolice
, providing updates as they become available.
EXCLUSIVE:
@NiagRegPolice
pay a visit to a Canadian immigration & refugee lawyer, warning her about her social media posts via-a-vis Israel.
“You are walking a line,” the detective tells her.
“This is Orwellian,” she tells the officer.
WATCH 👉
Today, we are highlighting 30 must-read Books by Muslim Authors. We're halfway through Canadian Islamic History Month & representation not only matters in the media, but in what we read in schools and libraries as well!
Find out more here:
We heard the community's concerns & addressed the issue of problematic Muslim imagery in the alcohol sales marketing directly with Premier
@fordnation
in a ☎️ call today. We will continue to engage with the Provincial govt on issues important to the Muslim communities in Ontario.
Convenience store owners like Muhammed are small business owners. They’ve been waiting a long time for a level playing field.
Starting tomorrow, we’re finally giving Muhammed and thousands of small business owners like him the chance to grow their business and create more local
Well done
@habondali
for being unapologetically yourself, standing firm in your faith (and reminding us all to do so!) and quoting the Qur’an at the summit. Much respect sister ❤️
#IslamophobiaSummit
Today, we discussed eliminating Islamophobia in healthcare with
@GovCanHealth
to advance
#HealthEquityNow
for Canadian Muslims. Our research with
@McMasterU
underscores the urgent need to address challenges faced by Muslim communities, from patient safety to healthcare education.
365 days of inaction from leaders on the suffering of Palestinians and Lebanese under collective punishment. This silence worsens Islamophobia and anti-Palestinian racism here at home, undermining trust in leadership. Accountability and solidarity are needed now more than ever
@CurrieMica
@KevinVuongMP
@tdsb
We get it kids. are precious. Unfortunately to MP Vuong- not all kids are equal as he does not see Palestinian children as deserving of life. All kids lives are precious and deserve safety in Canada and around the world. Reflect on that.
Thanks to your advocacy, and the thousand of emails sent to the Premier, MPP Goldie Ghamari has been removed from Ontario PC Caucus.
Thank you Premier
@fordnation
for a swift decision.
There is no room in Ontario for hate and Islamophobia.
{Press Release}: We are appealing to the
@NHL
to enhance their anti-racism efforts for the hate experienced by
@43_Kadri
& his family.
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“Racism, intolerance, discrimination and hate have absolutely no place in our society & that includes in sport.” -MP
@vankayak
🧕🏻Happy World Hijab Day🧕🏻
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Wearing the hijab is a personal choice that requires introspection, reflection and courage. In Canada, hate motivated incidences targeting women that wear the hijab are on the rise. We must all speak up when we see
#Islamophobia
#WorldHijabDay
Our statement regarding the London, Ontario tragedy where four members of a visible Muslim family were senselessly murdered while on their evening walk. Sending prayers to the 9 old son who survived. We call on all levels of government to work to dismantle systemic Islamophobia.
Elin Wilson drew this card for her teacher Fatemah Anvari after she lost her position because of
#Bill21
.
Even a third-grader can see that this law is unfair.
@habondali
your
@UTM
valedictory address today was insightful and quite honestly brought us to tears ❤️
#proud
What an incredible young powerhouse you are mashAllah! May Allah (swt) continue to bless your path Ameen! Congratulations to you and all the grads 🎓
#leadership
Milton Member of Parliament Adam van Koeverden
@vankayak
shares his Ramadan greeting with us ⭐️ he shares that he’s missing all the spicy food during this pandemic Ramadan. He is hosting a virtual iftar tomorrow, Saturday May 16th with
@HonAhmedHussen
and everyone is invited ⭐️🌙
On January 29, 2017 a senseless tragedy occurred where an armed man entered Quebec City’s Great Mosque and opened fire on worshippers. 6 people were killed and 19 were wounded. In a blink of an eye, 6 wives became widows and 17 children lost their fathers.
#Islamophobia
We’re outside the Restoration House vaccine clinic for Black and racialized folks in
#HamOnt
handing out PPE. Lots of people are lined up and excited. This is a historic moment in
#onpoli
! Access is a larger issue than hesitancy.
An important outreach letter to 🇨🇦 Universities and Colleges by Special Rep on Combatting Islamophobia
@AmiraElghawaby
. We request that this also be sent to all school boards across Canada ⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️⬇️
It has become abundantly clear that far too many Canadian Muslim, Arab and Palestinian post-secondary students, faculty, and staff have faced negative consequences for their advocacy on Palestinian human rights, along with allies.
Today, I sent a letter to University and College
@erinotoole
@AdStandardsCan
@Bell
Funding what is ‘deemed to be a genocide’ according got the ICJ is also offensive but we didn’t hear you speak up once Mr, O’Toole.
“…this incident is representative of a pattern they have seen at schools within the
@HaltonDSB
, adding that parents, students and staff have previously approached
@MACCMuslims
about incidents involving anti-Palestinian rhetoric at Halton schools.”
#onted
The majority of Muslims do not drink nor would they feel comfortable heading into an lcbo.
@fordnation
we would be happy to advise your team on matters pertaining to the Muslim community going forward to ensure equitable solutions to a large roll out such as this ⬇️
#onpoli
BREAKING:
@ONgov
to make millions of rapid tests available for free at 660
@LCBO
outlets in coming days, sources tell the
@TorontoStar
. The tests, distributed free to businesses for employees for months, cost $40 at pharmacies.
#onpoli
#COVID19
Wonderful event “Through the Eyes of Women in Policy” hosted by
@BAMCollectivee
. Great insight and perspective shared by Muslim women leading the way in this space. Thank you all for sharing your challenges, pathway to success and inspiring us all!
#WomensHistoryMonth
We are aware of the incident in Ottawa where a hijab was forcefully removed from a Muslim woman. We strongly condemn this act of violence & are in contact with Chief Stubbs of the Ottawa Police.
#noroomforhate
Today, a Zionist yanked the hijab off my dear 🇵🇸 family friend as she attended a rally in Ottawa. By flying a flag representing an ongoing genocide, Canada emboldened Zionists to assault Palestinians & Muslims on the morning before the Nakba & right in front of a camera. 1/
“This moment today is actually 20 years in the making.”- no truer words spoken by the incredible
@AmiraElghawaby
at the National Summit on
#Islamophobia
Yesterday at the People's Circle for Palestine at
@UofT
, a woman carrying an Israeli flag pulled out a knife as someone tried to stop her from ripping down banners from the fence
As far as witnesses saw, police did not arrest her, take her knife, or trespass her from the space
Yesterday, we discussed Islamophobia in healthcare with
@JusticeCanadaEN
&
@FinanceCanada
to advance
#HealthEquityNow
for 🇨🇦 Muslims. Our
@McMasterU
research underscores discrimination against patients & healthcare workers. We continue to fiercely advocate for equitable treatment
Inna lillahi wa inna illaihi rajeoon (To God we belong and to God, we return). On January 29, 2017 a senseless tragedy occurred where an armed man entered Quebec City’s Great Mosque and opened fire on worshippers. 6 people were killed and 19 were wounded.
#WeRemember
Our executive director
@TabassumWyne
was a plenary speaker at the
@machealthsci
Anti-Muslim Sentiment in Healthcare Symposium this week. This was a much-needed conversation to propel change to support health equity for Canadian Muslims. Thank you
@MacDeptMed
for hosting us 🙏🏽
Good to see diverse Muslim communities represented at Ottawa's Asian Heritage Month celebration tonight. It's a testament to the richness of cultures that make this month so special.
#AsianHeritageMonth
🙏🏽Today, cross-sectoral leaders from healthcare, public safety, education, government & GBV sector united in Halton Region to learn about the barriers of accessing GBV services for Muslim communities. Special thanks to the Minister of Justice
@viraniarif
for joining us!
Congratulations to
@muslimmeds
on your 8th annual banquet last night! Hearing from physicians about their impactful medical missions to Gaza was enlightening yet heartbreaking.
Together, we share the goal of eliminating Islamophobia from 🇨🇦 healthcare.
#HealthEquityNow
This Eid turned out better than expected alhumdullilah
#covEid2020
consisted of lots of drive by visits with family and friends & porch drop off of treats
#SocialDistanacing
Sending our love to all Canadian Muslims celebrating today ❤️
#EidAlFitr
#eidmubarak2020
Grateful for swift action by Ottawa Police after the disturbing incident on May 14th where a Muslim woman's hijab was forcibly removed. Upholding justice and standing against Islamophobia & anti Palestinian racism is vital.
We are available for comment.
#noroomforhate
🚨Shortly after a virtual meeting this week with
@TabassumWyne
Muslim Advisory Council of Canada’s Executive Director,
@CMAJ
Interim Editor-in-Chief
@KirstyPatrick
rightly issued a formal apology in addition to the full retraction of the article. Full statement ⬇️
#BREAKING
We are pleased to announce that we are the recipients of the Small Business of the Year Award by the Milton Chamber of Commerce. We are honoured to be the recipients of this prestigious award! We look forward to continuing efforts to build an anti-Islamophobic future in 🇨🇦.
Disinformation remains a significant issue in 🇨🇦. It's disheartening to witness sitting MP
@AHousefather
wrongly attributing the May Day march in Montreal to Palestinian supporters. Those acting violently need to be held accountable.
@AHousefather
should issue a formal apology.
🚨 1,100+ Ontarians are demanding accountability from newly appointed Minister of Education Jill Dunlop for falsely accusing students supporting Palestinian rights of “supporting terrorism.” We stand against harmful rhetoric and baseless allegations.
On June 6, 2021, a heinous act of Islamophobic violence claimed the lives of the Afzaal family in London, Ontario. Today, we remember and honor those lost, reaffirming our commitment to combating hatred, bigotry and fostering a world of inclusion.
#CanadianMuslims
The call to prayer (athan) was broadcasted by loudspeaker today for the first time ever in the Halton region thanks to the advocacy of Milton, Ontario Councillor
@zeehamid4
. Thank you Councillor for brightening up Ramadan for us Miltonians!
Full video :
🤝 Our Board of Directors met with Canada's Special Rep on Combatting Islamophobia
@AmiraElghawaby
today. We discussed Islamophobia & APR & other community concerns, exploring ways to enhance safety. Together, we're building a more inclusive 🇨🇦
#noroomforhate
#Islamophobia
Y’all memories are short. Everyone taking a knee today, that dismissed
@BLM_TO
yesterday, I hope you know how powerful Black women are. ✊🏾
#BlackLivesMatter
Yesterday, I had the opportunity to give a speech in the House of Commons on the government response to COVID and hybrid parliament. New Democrats will keep working day & night to get the critical support that people need and hold the Liberal government to account.
Negative interactions like this can affect healthcare quality, increasing distrust of Canadian healthcare practitioners. Addressing this is crucial to prevent negative health outcomes in Canadian populations that already face barriers to access in our publicly funded institutions
🚨 We are appalled by Dr. Thea Weisdorf's suggestion of denying Canadians healthcare. We've contacted
@cpso_ca
,
@Royal_College
, & others. We'll advocate fiercely for accountability & equitable care for all.
#healthequity
We know you’ve heard of Islamophobia but have you heard of Gendered Islamophobia ? We thought we’d highlight Gendered Islamophobia &
it’s impacts on the varying intersectionalities of 🇨🇦Muslim girls and women today on
#WorldHijabDay
and to welcome
#BlackHistoryMonth
@MarciIen
We invite you to submit your experience with Islamophobia. We will be compiling these submissions into a report in efforts to help the community understand how common Islamophobic incidences are in Canada. This submission process is confidential. Link:
🚨 We are deeply concerned with the misplaced anti-immigration sentiments shared by this individual, Ethan Duggan on
@guardian
. With the rise of riots in the UK targeting people of colour, we cannot allow these acts of hate to fester in Canada.
@rcmpgrcpolice
@csiscanada
Amid distractions of encampments & alleged shootings in 🇨🇦-let's not overlook tragedy unfolding in Rafah. Reports of massacre & verified accounts of beheaded babies demand attention. World leaders like
@JustinTrudeau
&
@melaniejoly
must speak up for justice.
#RafahMassacre
Tonight, our hearts were shattered by the courageous account of
@ShoumanMansour
& his wife, recounting the harrowing realities endured in Gaza. Their bravery in sharing such painful experiences deeply moved us. Many thanks to
@SalmaZahid15
for the invitation.
#GazaSurvivors
The Muslim Advisory Council of Canada demands accountability from the Provincial gov’t over newly appointed Minister of Education
@JillDunlop1
labeling students supporting Palestinian rights as “supporting terrorism.” This rhetoric endangers student safety & well-being & equity.
Hosted our final consultation today for the National Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence. We were joined by 🇨🇦 Muslim organizations who are working to ensure service needs are being met for the community. Thank you 🙏🏽 Your voice will help shape our policy recommendations
Last night we joined our Halton MPs
@vankayak
&
@PamDamoff
&
@CFUWFCFDU
for the Women and Gender Equality townhall with special guest the Minister
@MaryamMonsef
🎉It was an inspiring discussion which has empowered us to continue the crucial work we do to achieve an equitable 🇨🇦
“Every day, far too many racialized Canadians, Indigenous peoples, and religious minorities continue to face systemic racism, discrimination, and a lack of resources and opportunity.”
Canada’s commitment to multiculturalism is an example to the world - but as a country, we haven’t always lived up to our ideals. So today, on Canadian Multiculturalism Day, let’s recommit to working together to shape a better tomorrow for everyone.
Our new study is an important step towards tackling discrimination against women in Canadian Healthcare settings - particularly Muslim, immigrant, and visible minority women. Thanks to
@McMasterOCE
.
#CDNHealth
Premier
@fordnation
recent attempt to blame immigrants for a shooting is not just harmful, it's dangerous. Scapegoating marginalized communities only fuels division. We must reject this rhetoric and work towards unity and understanding.
#apologynecessary
NEW: Premier Doug Ford strongly suggests that immigrants are behind shootings at Jewish-based schools in the province.
"Your bringing your problems from everywhere else in the world to Ontario and your going after other Canadians," Ford said.
#onpoli
📢 Our New Service Launched! The Education Support for Muslim Families at
@HaltonDSB
is now live! 🌟 This initiative is here to support & uplift Muslim students & families across Halton Region. Huge thanks to everyone backing this mission!
➡️ Learn more:)
To be violated on an individual’s religious expression, wearing the hijab, is completely unacceptable. We appreciate
@OttawaPolice
swift response and intent to investigate this as a hate crime.
#ottawa
#Islamophobia
Is Ramadan only about Fasting? Why is this month important? We come bearing answers-we've put together this Ramadan Toolkit that's easy to understand.
This toolkit is ideal for
-Individuals, Organizations & Communities who believe diversity is Canada’s strength
#RamadanMubarak
Today, our executive director and board were on Parliament Hill discussing our Islamophobia in healthcare scoping review, done in partnership with
@McMasterU
. Grateful for your support
@BrianMasseMP
🙏🏽
#HealthEquityNow
It’s been 6️⃣ months since the violent hate crime that took the lives of 4 members of the Afzaal family in London, Ont. Thank you for the acknowledgment of this & our work MP
@vankayak
in your speech last week. We look forward to the swift introduction of anti-hate legislation.
{Press Release} We continue to advocate for 🇨🇦 Muslims & fill in knowledge gaps for government & community organizations. This week we met w/
@HaltonDSB
regarding a potentially divisive poster being circulated in Halton and Ontario schools.
“We want to remember them as they lived: as a devoted family, as Western scholars and researchers, and as caring and well-loved members of the broader community.”
Western to honour Madiha Salman and Salman Afzaal through scholarships in their names.
Today on
#MuslimWomensDay
I’d like to give a shoutout to all of the Muslim women in Milton, Ontario for supporting my advocacy for change in our town + joining in! By unifying our voices we directly impacted our towns federal election results 🇨🇦
@vankayak
#diversityisourstrength
Last week we presented our Islamophobia in Healthcare study with
@McMasterU
to the 🇨🇦 Special Representative on Combating Islamophobia
@AmiraElghawaby
-thanks for your support as we continue to advocate for equitable health outcomes for our communities.
A year ago today we were having iftar with the Milton,Ontario community and special guest
@JustinTrudeau
🇨🇦
Who would have thought a year later we would be dealing with a global pandemic. Times have changed but what hasn’t is the incredible leadership by our Prime Minister 👏🏻🇨🇦
We took the advice of
@habondali
and planned a fun outing with our wonderful summer students today to check in with them❤️ shout out to MP
@vankayak
and Canada Summer Jobs for this opportunity to mentor the youth this summer 🙏🏽
#InternationalYouthDay
🎉 Happy Canadian Islamic History Month! The Muslim population in Canada is 4.9%, showcasing our vibrant diversity and intersecting identities. We proudly see 🇨🇦 Muslims excelling in various fields like Arts, Medicine, Politics, & Not-for-Profit etc🌟
#CanadianMuslims
Community members have expressed feeling scared & unsafe with flags of countries violating international law & disregard for human life displayed in our cities. We urge officials to ensure civic symbols align with our values of justice and human rights.
#HumanRights
We are aware of a video that captures a high school student expressing messages of hate targeting minority groups. We condemn these extremely derogatory messages in the strongest of terms. We are engaged with the students school board on next steps and will have more to say soon.
We are pleased to announce that the CPSO will be addressing our concerns regarding Dr. Weisdorf's actions which we believe endangers equal access to healthcare in Canada.
#rafah
#gaza
#palestine
Highlighting the Halton Region vigils that were organized by various community groups in memory of the victims of the terrorist attack a week ago in London, Ontario.
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Our heartfelt gratitude to the speakers, community members and politicians that showed up in solidarity 🙏🏽❤️🇨🇦