Calgary Herald: What happened in Calgary McKnight? Liberal hopes dashed as George Chahal loses

April 29, 2025 By Noah Brennan read original here: https://calgaryherald.com/news/national/federal_election/liberal-hopes-dashed-calgary-mcknight-george-chahal-loses Liberal hopes of making history in Calgary were dashed Monday night in the newly formed riding of Calgary McKnight, where former MP George Chahal lost despite early projections favouring his re-election. Chahal trailed Conservative candidate Dalwinder Gill by more than 1,000 votes with all of […]

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Anadolu Agency: Sima Acan first Turkish-Canadian elected to parliament

Original Publication: https://www.aa.com.tr/en/americas/sima-acan-first-turkish-canadian-elected-to-parliament/3552466 April 29, 2025 By Merve AydoganHAMILTON, Canada Canada’s 2025 federal election made history with the election of Sima Acan, the first member of parliament (MP) of Turkish descent. Running for the Liberal Party, Acan won the new district of Oakville West in Ontario. The 45-year-old engineer and businesswoman immigrated to Canada at least […]

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The Hamilton Spectator: OPED: The Liberal party’s old habit of blaming voters instead of listening to them must end

April 22 2025 By Dr Yaser Haddara, Chair of the board of CMPAC, The Hamilton Spectator Read Oped here: https://www.thespec.com/opinion/contributors/the-liberal-partys-old-habit-of-blaming-voters-instead-of-listening-to-them-must-end/article_d9b27db7-e708-5754-85fa-e914c004c87e.html In 2015, Justin Trudeau led the Liberals from third place to a majority government. But barely a year into his mandate, he broke one of his signature promises — electoral reform. This kind of hubris has […]

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SadaOnline: Interview About CMPAC MuslimsVote.ca Campaign to Engage Arab Vote

Read original interview: https://www.sadaonline.ca/ar/News/content/493d0fcc-df4e-4114-811b-f322c46330f7 Canadian Muslims have witnessed firsthand that silence or passivity regarding Gaza comes with consequences — not only abroad but in their daily lives. In March, the Canadian Muslim Public Affairs Council (CMPAC) launched MuslimsVote.ca, a leading national platform that mobilizes Canadian Muslims toward a unified, principled, and politically focused voting strategy. According […]

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Toronto Star: Why Gaza Matters to Every Canadian in the federal election

Original article here: https://www.thestar.com/opinion/contributors/why-gaza-matters-to-every-canadian-in-the-federal-election/article_5548e68d-c63b-499b-b088-3cdb9a675b8e.html April 7, 2025 By Khaled Al-Qazzaz Contributor Khaled Al-Qazzaz is the executive director of the Canadian Muslim Public Affairs Council. As Canadians head into the federal election, much has been made of the key issues shaping the campaign: affordability, national security, trade and foreign relations. But one issue cuts across all of […]

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OMNI TV: A Website to Channel the Muslim Voice in Canada’s Elections

Muslim and Arab voters in Canada can now learn the positions of candidates in more than thirty electoral districts on issues important to the Muslim community. According to those behind the project, who spoke to OMNI News, these issues include the Gaza war, Islamophobia, and racism against Palestinians. The Canadian Muslim Council for Political Affairs, […]

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CMPAC Issues Urgent Appeal to MPs: Prevent Israeli Military Invasion of Rafah

The Canadian Muslim Public Affairs Council (CMPAC) and 75+ other organizations have united to address the urgent humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The joint letter to Members of Parliament emphasizes the critical need for Canadian intervention to prevent a potential military invasion of Rafah by Israel. Signed by a coalition of concerned groups and individuals, the […]

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Open Letter to Premier Ford About MPP Goldie Ghamari

CMPAC has penned an open letter to Premier Ford, highlighting concerns over the conduct of MPP Goldie Ghamari. The letter emphasizes the necessity of holding elected officials accountable for their actions, particularly when they employ their platform to propagate hate and division. It calls for swift action from the Ontario PC Party, urging Ghamari’s removal […]

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CMPAC Statement Condemning Israel Real Estate Seminars Selling Illegal Settlements in the West Bank

CMPAC condemns the Israel Real Estate Seminars promoting the sale of illegal settlements in the West Bank. These events, taking place in the United States and Canada, are strongly denounced for their blatant disregard of international and Canadian law, their contribution to human rights abuses, and their exploitation of religious institutions for commercial gain. With […]

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CMPAC Endorses Joint Open Letter “Stop Genocide or Resign”

The Canadian Muslim Public Affairs Council (CMPAC) endorses the open letter titled “Stop Genocide or Resign”, initiated by Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East (CJMPE). This initiative addresses the urgent need for action from the Canadian government regarding the escalating crisis in Gaza. The “Stop Genocide or Resign” letter has garnered support […]

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