In late August 2025, the Gaza TRV Reunification Coalition issued an urgent open letter to Prime Minister Carney and relevant ministers, calling for immediate action on the Gaza Family Reunification Program. Despite commitments to support 5,000 family members, only 864 have successfully arrived in Canada, with many facing intrusive scrutiny and separation. Following this, on […]
The Canadian Muslim Public Affairs Council (CMPAC) has conducted a review of Bill C-9, the Combatting Hate Act, identifying significant concerns regarding its expansion of police powers, removal of Attorney General oversight, vague definitions of “hatred,” and potential impacts on freedom of expression. CMPAC’s analysis highlights the risks of politicized prosecutions, overcriminalization, and threats to […]
The Canadian Muslim Public Affairs Council (CMPAC) welcomes Prime Minister Mark Carney’s announcement of Canada’s recognition of the State of Palestine. This is an important step in Canada’s foreign policy and a long overdue affirmation of the Palestinian people’s right to self determination and statehood. This development is a testament to the tireless efforts of […]
CMPAC welcomes Canada’s recognition of the State of Palestine as an important step towards justice, dignity, and self-determination for the Palestinian people. For decades, Palestinians have endured occupation, dispossession, and repeated violations of international law. Recognition affirms their fundamental right to statehood; a right that does not hinge on negotiations with those actively undermining their […]
Halifax is set to host Israel in the Davis Cup. There are credible concerns that some players or officials have served IDF and some may have been in active duty or reserve roles during the ongoing genocide in Gaza. As Canada prepares to host the Israeli Davis Cup tennis team, we call on the RCMP […]
August 29, 2025 Her Excellency the Right Honourable Mary SimonGovernor General of CanadaRideau Hall, 1 Sussex DriveOttawa, Ontario K1A 0A1 Re: Defending Freedom of Expression – In Support of Mr. Mohamad Fakih, C.M. Excellency, We, the undersigned community, faith based, civil liberties, humanitarian relief, andhuman rights organizations, along with individual activists, professionals, business leaders andpublic […]
August 27, 2025 The Right Honourable Mark Carney, P.C., M.P. Prime Minister of CanadaThe Honourable Lena Diab, P.C. Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship CanadaThe Honourable Anita Anand, P.C. Minister of Foreign AffairsThe Honourable Gary Anandasangaree, P.C. Minister of Public Safety Re: Immediate Action Needed to Fulfill Canada’s Humanitarian Commitment for Gaza Family Reunification Through […]
Israel’s ongoing violence and escalation in Gaza has resulted in over 61,000 Palestinians deaths along with forced starvation that is claiming lives everyday. The situation has never been more urgent. We know that many people want to support Palestinian liberation but feel overwhelmed and unsure of where to start. Over the last year and a […]
Dear Mayor Andy Fillmor, This open letter, endorsed by over 30 organizations and advocacy groups from across the country, is being sent to express our deep concern and collective call to action regarding the Davis Cup match between Canada and Israel scheduled to be played at the Scotiabank Centre in Halifax between September 12-13th. This […]
CMPAC strongly demands the Canadian government to take immediate and decisive action in response to Israel’s Prime Minister – Benjamin Netanyahu’s August 7, 2025 announcement of his plan for the full military occupation and permanent control of Gaza. A senior official close to Netanyahu has been quoted as stating, “The die is cast — we’re […]
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