Jan 10, 2024 As Muslim parents, we are entrusted with shaping our children’s understanding of the world. Discussing sensitive global issues like Palestine with our kids isn’t just a challenge; it’s a chance to instill compassion, critical thinking, and a strong moral compass. These discussions may seem daunting, but they equip our children with the […]
Jan 10, 2024 This guide aims to provide employees with comprehensive information, strategies and resources to engage thoughtfully and effectively in advocating for Palestinian causes within their workplace. As advocates for social justice and human rights, it is crucial to recognize the significance of advocating for Palestinian issues amidst the ongoing challenges faced by our […]
December 28, 2023 The Right Honourable Justin TrudeauPrime Minister of CanadaOffice of the Prime Minister80 Wellington StreetOttawa, ON K1A 0A2Canada Dear Prime Minister Trudeau, The undersigned individuals and Canadian civil society, faith based, community and human rights organizations from all over Canada, are writing to express our deep concerns about the escalating situation in Gaza. We stand […]
December 16, 2023 – The Canadian Muslim Public Affairs Council (CMPAC) acknowledges the important step taken by the Canadian Government in supporting UNGA Resolution A/ES-10/L.27, which calls for a ceasefire in Gaza. As delayed as it is, this move finally aligns with the demands of the majority of Canadians and marks a significant change in Canada’s stance […]
Dec 4, 2023 CMPAC and 45 organizations representing many communities, faith groups, civil rights and human rights organizations, sent a joint letter (below) to the Prime Minister of Canada to express concern about the continuation of the Israeli violations and to urge the government to press for an immediate and permanent ceasefire and to support […]
Nov 9, 2023 November 9, 2023, Mississauga – We, the undersigned Muslim, Christian, Jewish, Palestinian and Arab Community, civil society, human rights, faith-based, ethnic, professional, humanitarian and relief organizations are writing to express our deep disappointment and concern with the recent public statements by senior politicians and public figures describing pro-Palestinian rallies as hateful and anti-Semitic. These stances […]
Two realities are undeniable: first, occupation is the epitome of injustice. No amount of political, economic, military, or media rationale can alter its definition in history’s eyes. Second, these actions will inevitably be recorded in history. It’s essential that we stand on the right side of history, and the sooner we do, the better. [Read […]
Oct 27, 2023 On Monday October 23, MPP Sarah Jama was censured in Provincial Legislature for her historically grounded statement calling for a ceasefire in Palestine. Moments before her censure vote, she was also removed from the Ontario NDP caucus. Community organizations have written to the provincial party leaders in support of MPP Sarah Jama’s stance for […]
Mississauga, Oct 18, 2023 – Members and allies of the Muslim community are deeply concerned at the rising wave of Islamophobic rhetoric emerging, and the consequences it has for Palestinians whose lives are on the line, as well as the safety and well-being of the Muslim community in Canada. From politicians equating support of Palestinians with […]
Oct 14, 2023 CMPAC lead 37 Muslim organizations from communities across the country in a joint letter to the Prime Minister addressing our community’s concerns for Gazans caught in this week’s escalations. We are concerned with the lack of accountability our government is extending in the face of 2.2 million civilians facing ongoing attacks, cut […]
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