Press Release
For Immediate Release
The Canadian Muslim Forum Expresses Deep Concern Over Islamophobic Incident in the riding of Pierrefonds-Dollard-des-Ormeaux and Calls for Concrete Action
Montreal, March 24, 2025 – The Canadian Muslim Forum (FMC-CMF) expresses its utmost dismay over the Islamophobic incident that took place today in the city of Dollard-des-Ormeaux, where two female volunteers, one of whom is a minor working with MP Sameer Zuberi were subjected to Islamophobic harassment and intimidation.
This disturbing incident is yet another example of the dangerous rise in Islamophobia, hate-based intimidation, and violent aggression across the country. Sadly, not a day goes by without reports of such attacks targeting Muslim individuals and communities.
The CMF strongly condemns this act and calls on authorities at all levels, municipal, provincial, and federal to take immediate action. It is time for governments across Canada to move beyond words of condemnation and implement a concrete action plan to combat Islamophobia. This includes putting an end to rhetoric and policies that only serve to fuel hate and bigotry, rather than fostering unity and inclusion.
Hate and discrimination have no place in our society. We urge policymakers to take responsibility, ensure stronger protections for vulnerable communities, and hold perpetrators accountable. The time for symbolic gestures is over. Canada needs decisive action to ensure the safety and dignity of all its citizens.
We stand in solidarity with the victims and call on the public to remain vigilant, report hate incidents, and work together towards a more just and inclusive society.
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