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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.
NewsJan 24, 2020
Ottawa Community Organizations Welcome Relaunch of Ottawa Police Service Hate Crimes Unit
Representatives of Ottawa’s diverse community organizations are welcoming Thursday’s announcement that the Ottawa Police Service (OPS) has relaunched its hate crimes unit .
NewsJan 24, 2020
Ottawa Police Service reintroduces its Hate Crime Section
The Ottawa Police Service (OPS) has reintroduced a section specifically focused on Hate Crimes, which will further enhance changes it made to its online reporting system that make it easier for residents to report hate-motivated incidents.
NewsJan 22, 2020
Remembering January 29: The Quebec Mosque Attack Third Year Anniversary Events and Actions Across Canada
On January 29th, 2017, six Muslims were murdered at the Islamic Cultural Centre of Quebec City, a mosque in the Sainte-Foy neighbourhood of Quebec City, Canada.
NewsNov 15, 2019
United Way, Mayor, and Police Join United for All Coalition To Address Hate and Violence in Ottawa
On November 15, 2019 more than 30 organizations announced the formation of a local coalition called United for All.
NewsApr 1, 2019
Government of Canada helps Muslim Neighbour Nexus protect against hate-motivated crimes
Canadians have the right to be free to practise their faith and culture without fear. That’s why the Government of Canada helps communities implement measures to protect against hate-motivated crimes through the Security Infrastructure Program (SIP) .
NewsFeb 12, 2019
Public Safety Canada Launches National Expert Committee on Countering Radicalization to Violence
The Government of Canada is constantly working to keep Canadian families and communities safe from terrorism and violent extremism. Engaging with communities is part of the Government’s approach to preventing radicalization to violence before tragedies occur. To assist these efforts, the Minister…
StoriesFeb 10, 2019
A Trauma-Informed Approach to Community Care After Hate Incidents Is Urgently Needed: An Open Letter to Muslim Leaders
The Edmonton Muslim community was faced with Islamophobic aggressions within a span of two weeks in late January and early February of 2019. As a growing community of over 40,000 strong adherents or approximately 5.5% of the Edmonton population, this climate of hate rearing its ugly head so fresh…
NewsJan 27, 2019
Push Back the Darkness Founder Visits the Centre Culturel Islamique de Quebec
Ryan Slobojan is the founder of the Push Back the Darkness initiative aimed at encouraging all Canadians to place a light in their windows at 8 pm on Tuesday, January 29th in commemoration of the victims of the Quebec Mosque Attack and as a sign of commitment to "push back the darkness" of…
NewsJan 15, 2019
Events Across Canada Commemorating The Quebec Mosque Shooting
On January 29th, 2017, six Muslims were murdered at the Islamic Cultural Centre of Quebec City, a mosque in the Sainte-Foy neighbourhood of Quebec City, Canada. Six people were killed including Ibrahima Barry (aged 39), Mamadou Tanou Barry (aged 42), Khaled Belkacemi (aged 60), Aboubaker Thabti…
NewsDec 5, 2018
McGill University Law Student Wins Inaugural Centre culturel islamique de Québec Memorial Award
The Centre culturel islamique de Québec (CCIQ) Memorial Award was established at McGill University in order to provide two awards of $1,200 each, given annually to two students enrolled in any McGill degree program and in good academic standing.
NewsNov 30, 2018
On January 29, Join the Push Back The Darkness Initiative
My name is Ryan Slobojan, and I live in Pickering, Ontario. When I first heard about the attack on the mosque in Quebec City on January 29th 2017, I was devastated.
NewsNov 30, 2018
National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) Calls on Government to Designate January 29 as National Day Against Hate
The National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) today sent an open letter to the federal government urging them to designate January 29 as a National Day of Action against Hate and Intolerance.
NewsNov 29, 2018
Despite Threats, The Canadian-Muslim Vote’s Visit My Mosque Day Events A Success
The Canadian-Muslim Vote , a non-profit, non-partisan organization increasing democratic engagement within the Muslim community, held a very well-attended Visit My Mosque Day across Canada on Saturday, November 10, 2018. Several mosques across the country welcomed the public to get to know their…
NewsOct 28, 2018
Tree of Life Synagogue Shooting: Ways to Support, Show Solidarity with Victims and Their Families
The MuslimLink.ca team are deeply saddened by the recent mass shooting in Pittsburgh, US at the Tree of Life Synagogue, where 11 have been left dead and 6 are injured , most of them seniors.
NewsJun 18, 2018
Politicians and Muslim Canadian Advocacy Groups React to Possible Hate Motivated Arson at Alberta Mosque
The National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) and the Alberta Muslim Public Affairs Council (AMPAC) have issued press releases in response to the alleged arson at the Islamic Society of Edson , that took place late in the evening on Saturday, June 16. Muslim Link would also like to thank the many…
NewsApr 21, 2018
Islamophobia Has Been on the Rise and Hate Stats Are Just the Tip of the Iceberg
With the 91% increase in reported hate crimes against Muslims , the Muslim Council of Peel reacts to the Peel Regional Police hate crimes report with no surprise.
NewsApr 21, 2018
168% Increase in Hate Crimes in Peel Region is Deeply Concerning
Anti-Muslim incidents constitute largest segment of hate crimes in Peel Region. The National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM), a prominent civil liberties and advocacy organization, is deeply concerned by a new report submitted to the Peel Police Services Board on hate-motivated crime today. The…
NewsJan 18, 2018
Events Across Canada Commemorating The Quebec Mosque Shooting
On January 29th, 2017, six Muslims were murdered at the Islamic Cultural Centre of Quebec City, a mosque in the Sainte-Foy neighbourhood of Quebec City, Canada. Six people were killed including Ibrahima Barry (aged 39), Mamadou Tanou Barry (aged 42), Khaled Belkacemi (aged 60), Aboubaker Thabti…
NewsJan 18, 2018
Muslim centre’s request for security funding denied one year after hate incident
The federal government rejected an Ottawa Muslim centre’s application for money to improve the security of its property, one year after it was the target of a hate crime. The Ottawa police investigated a hate crime in April 2016 at a local Islamic school which was spray-painted with hateful…
NewsApr 11, 2017
NCCM welcomes that people can now report hate crimes online to the Ottawa Police Service
Ottawa Police Service becomes first police service in Canada to offer online option (Ottawa - April 11, 2017 ) The National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM), welcomes today's announcement that the Ottawa Police Service (OPS) will be offering an online form for reporting hate crimes .
NewsNov 16, 2015
Fundraiser for the Peterborough Mosque After Hate Motivated Fire
In the wake of the Paris Attacks, the only mosque in Kawartha, Peterborough, Ontario, was set on fire , causing over $80,000 worth of damage. The Kawartha Muslim Religious Association, Masjid Al-SalaamMasjid Al-Salaam , is currently fundraising for repairs.
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NewsNov 2, 2013
Police urge community to break silence on hate crimes
On September 20 th , the Ottawa Muslim Association in partnership with the National Council of Canadian Muslims (NCCM) and the Ottawa Police Service (OPS) hosted an information night and panel discussion on the subject of Hate Crimes. The event, which was held in the basement of the Ottawa Main…

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