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NewsJul 22, 2026
A New Wave of Islamophobic Attacks Targeting Muslims Across Canada
Montreal, August 07, 2026 —The Anti-Racism Program of the CJPME Foundation (ARPCF) is deeply alarmed by the recent wave of suspected and alleged Islamophobic attacks targeting Muslims across Canada. These incidents are not isolated, but reflect a national pattern in which Muslims are increasingly…
NewsMar 23, 2025
Muslim Woman in Ajax Nearly Lit on Fire in Unprovoked Attack
(Ajax, Ontario) We are horrified, though not shocked, that a person attempted to set a Muslim woman wearing a hijab on fire in the town of Ajax, Ontario.
NewsDec 12, 2024
Study on Hate Crime Response in Canada Highlights Need for Action and Resources
OTTAWA, ON. On December 10, 2024, on Human Rights Day, the Office of the Federal Ombudsperson for Victims of Crime (OFOVC) released a report titled Strengthening Access to Justice for Victims of Hate Crime in Canada.
NewsNov 8, 2024
Canadian Council of Muslim Women (CCMW): Response to Charges Being Dropped Against Woman Filmed Pulling Pro-Palestinian Protester's Hijab
As we [ Canadian Council of Muslim Women CCMW ] witness the harrowing brutality of the genocide unfolding in Palestine, we cannot help but confront a deeply unsettling reality: we are watching in real time as human lives are devastated, entire communities erased, and the suffering of countless…
NewsNov 1, 2024
Muslim Organizations Can Now Apply for the Canada Community Security Program (CCSP)
The Government of Canada is committed to protecting the safety and security of all Canadians.
NewsJul 25, 2024
Three Federal Offices are Joining Forces to Combat Hate and Better Support Victims and Survivors
Ottawa, ON, July 25, 2024 With hate crimes consistently on the rise, the Office of the Federal Ombudsperson for Victims of Crime (OFOVC) is announcing the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Office of the Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia and with the Special…
NewsNov 10, 2023
Statement by the Prime Minister to mark the Christchurch Call Leaders’ Summit 2023: Call to Eliminate Terrorist & Violent Extremist Content Online
November 10, 2023, Ottawa, Ontario The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today issued the following statement to mark the Christchurch Call Leaders’ Summit 2023:
NewsNov 1, 2023
Israel-Hamas war: Canada must act to prevent hate crimes against Muslim and Jewish communities
The violence in Israel and Palestine has reached brutal and devastating levels in recent weeks. Thousands have been killed and injured. Witnessing the extreme violence against civilians has been polarizing for many around the world.
NewsJul 9, 2023
National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) Succeeds in Making Sure Masajid are Better Protected
Asalamu alaikum / Peace be upon you
NewsJun 28, 2023
Security Infrastructure Program launches Call for Applications to protect communities from hate crimes
June 28, 2023, Ottawa, Ontario
NewsJun 19, 2023
Combating Hate Online through the EradicateHate 2.0 App: Download Now
In collaboration with the Anti-hate Community Leaders Group, the Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) has launched an App for children and youth to combat online hate.
NewsMay 9, 2023
NCCM and Family of Mohammad Abu Marzouk Respond Following Sentencing in Hate-Motivated Assault
May 9th, 2023
NewsMay 5, 2023
Ontario Strengthening Supports to Combat Hate and Create Safer Communities
May 05, 2023 TORONTO
NewsApr 13, 2023
Charges Laid After Suspected Hate Motivated Incident at Imam Mahdi Islamic Centre in Markham
On April 11, 2023, York Regional Police charged a suspect with Assault and Mischief after a suspected hate-motivated incident at Imam Mahdi Islamic Centre in the City of Markham.
NewsApr 11, 2023
Reflection on Recent Islamophobic Attacks on Towfiq Islamic Centre and Islamic Society of Markham
As we move through this wondrous month of prayer and reflection, it’s appropriate to remember just how lucky we are.
NewsApr 9, 2023
Islamic Society of Markham Struck by a Hate-Motivated Attack as an Individual Used a Vehicle to Attempt to Ram Worshippers
(Markham – April 9, 2023)
NewsMar 16, 2023
Hate Crimes A Growing Problem For Canada's Religious Communities
March 16, 2023
NewsMar 13, 2023
National Council of Canadian Muslims Calls for Action After Islamophobic Attack on Toronto Transit (TTC)
Mar 13, 2023 – Toronto
NewsJan 31, 2023
Abu Marzouk Case Highlights Need For Sustained Support For Victims of Hateful Attacks
January 31st, 2023
NewsJun 10, 2021
Muslim family killed in terror attack in London, Ontario: Islamophobic violence surfaces once again in Canada
A Pakistani-Canadian family out on a stroll on a warm weekend evening was murdered in a horrific act of Islamophobic violence in London, Ont. A nine-year-old boy, hospitalized with serious injuries, is the only survivor of a terror attack that killed his sister, father, mother and grandmother.
NewsJun 8, 2021
Ontario Human Rights Commission Statement on Mass Killings in London, Ontario
June 8, 2021
NewsJun 7, 2021
Our London Family: How to Support the Family and Muslim Community Moving Forward
Salam, What has happened in our London community has shocked us all. And yet, as we are shocked by this act of terror, we will not be intimidated.
NewsOct 6, 2020
Call For Action on Dismantling White Supremacist Organizations: Open Letter to Prime Minister Justin Trudeau
October 5, 2020
NewsAug 18, 2020
Sixth Hate Crime and Vandalism Incident at Masjid Toronto
The Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) issued a press release on July 30th calling on Toronto Police, local authorities and elected officials to take serious action to investigate and put an end to a series of sixth consecutive of vandalism attacks and acts of hate towards Masjid Toronto, located…

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