Statement - University of Calgary Students Protest
STATEMENT (FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE) Canada is a democratic country with a Charter of Rights that protects the citizen-students' rights to peaceful protest. CMPJ supports the University of Calgary students' peaceful protest on the campus. The Calgary police aggressive action to use tear gas and Flash Bang bombs to break up the students' protest during the Thursday’s night violated the students' constitutional rights. CMPJ strongly ... Read More
CMPJ Meeting with Ms. Amira Elghawaby, Canada's Special Representative for Combating Islamophobia
CMPJ had a constructive meeting with Ms. Amira Elghawaby, who serves as Canada's Special Representative for Countering Islamophobia, during her visit to Calgary on November 1, 2023. The discussion revolved around recent incidents targeting Muslims throughout Canada and the imperative to collaborate with leaders at the local, provincial, and national levels in order to tackle this issue. Ms. Elghawaby has actively been engaged in raising awareness about Islamophobia in Canada. She recently ... Read More
Bombing of the Historic and Sacred Church of Saint Porphyrius
Canadian Muslims for Peace and Justice (CMPJ) Strongly Condemns the recent Israeli bombing of the historic and sacred church of Saint Porphyrius. The relentless violence and bloodshed witnessed in the region is an affront to humanity, and we urgently call for an immediate ceasefire and a peaceful resolution to the conflict. The historic church of Saint Porphyrius was built in 1150 and is the oldest church still in use in Gaza. It holds a special place in the hearts of people of all faiths, se ... Read More
Statement on Recent Conflict in the Middle East
[Calgary, AB] - Considering the ongoing situation between Hamas and Israel, it is crucial to emphasize the significance of upholding humanitarian principles and protecting innocent lives. We believe in fostering understanding and promoting peace in times of conflict. Canadian Muslims for Peace and Justice (CMPJ) is a not for profit society registered in Alberta since 2017. One of its objectives is to express the views and concerns of Canadian Muslim on matters that concerns them within Can ... Read More
CMPJ Condemns Attack on Christians in Jaranwala District, Pakistan
The Canadian Muslims for Peace and Justice (CMPJ) strongly condemns the recent mob attack on a church and individual properties of local Christians in the Jaranwala district of Faisalabad city, Pakistan. On August 16, 2023, a group of Muslim individuals carried out this attack based on an unproven claim of blasphemy against the holy Quran. The CMPJ recognizes that the government of Pakistan, along with political leaders and the Clerics of the Council of Islamic Ideology in Pakistan, have cond ... Read More
Fifth Anniversary of Quebec Mosque Massacre
Today is the fifth anniversary of the Quebec City Mosque Massacre. On that horrific day, six Muslim men were murdered. Their names are: Azzeddine Soufiane; Khaled Belkacemi; Aboubaker Thabti; Mamadou Tanou; Ibrahima Barry and Abdelkrim Hassane They will not be forgotten. That day was the realization of a fear that Muslims in Canada have: that we are a target for violence because of our faith. In the years since, Islamophobic attacks are continuing. Just this week a Muslim woman was the ... Read More
Condemnation of Islamophobic Attack in Edmonton
Once again, a visibly Muslim woman has been the target of horrific Islamophobic attacks in Edmonton. Muslim women in Edmonton have been targets of Islamophobic attacks for the last year. This has created a culture of fear and is unacceptable. No one should have to fear for their safety because of their beliefs. We call on all orders of government to take real and meaningful action in addressing Islamophobia. ... Read More
Islamophobic Incident in London Ontario Killing Four Innocents
CMPJ is heartbroken by the senseless, Islamophobic murder of four members of an entire family in London, Ontario. We offer our condolences to the families loved ones. Inna Lillahi Wa Inna Ilayhi Rajioon. Our hearts are also with the surviving family member, a 9-year-old little boy who is experiencing an unimaginable tragedy.
Islamophobic Attack in Calgary Alberta on May 30, 2021
CMPJ was disturbed to learn of an Islamophobic attack that occurred in Calgary on May 30, 2021. A woman and her son were verbally and physically attacked. The woman had her hijab pulled. There has been a worrying increase in Islamophobic attacks across Alberta. Just a few days ago, a man was targeted in his car. In Edmonton, multiple women wearing hijabs have been attacked. There must be accountability for these acts. No Canadian should live in fear of being attacked because of the ... Read More
Unmarked Grave at the Former Kamloops Residential School
This weekend, the bodies of 215 children were found in an unmarked grave at the former Kamloops Residential School. The discovery is heartbreaking and devestating. Thousands of Indigenous children were taken from their parents and subjected to the horrors of Residential Schools. Families were broken apart, and lives were stolen. We at CMPJ stand with the Tk’emlups te Secwépemc nation, and with all Indigenous peoples. We call for meaningful action, including the implemen ... Read More
Pan Canadian Essay Competition - First Prize Winner - Jasim Butt
Effective and Peaceful Ways to Counter Religious Discrimination in Canada: a Muslim Perspective By Jasim Butt - Calgary AB Since 9/11, incidents of religion-based hate crimes in Canada have experienced a significant upsurge (Ogan, 2013). Due to such occurrences, religious diversity has become a new and growing field of research that aims to identify the trends, problems, and concerns of individuals and groups that experience religious d ... Read More
Press Release on incidences of anti-Semitism and Islamophobia
Over the last few weeks, incidences of anti-semitism and Islamophobia have been reported across the country. CMPJ unreservedly condemns these attacks in the strongest possible terms. Bigotry and hatred have no place in Canada and must be rejected by us all. Racism is all too common, as any marginalized person in Canada can attest to. Too many Canadians are targets of hate because of the colour of their skin or the religion they practice. While recent events in the Middle East are upsetting, t ... Read More
Condemnation - Forced Eviction of Palestinians in Sheikh Jarra
Award of Research Scholarships
CMPJ in partnership with the University of Calgary funded two year scholarships of $10,000 per year for research in the school of graduate studies. The first scholarship under this initiative was awarded to a graduate student, Mr. Syed Hamid Akbary in 2018. The second scholarship was awarded in 2020 to Ms. Bahar Bingol. The field of study for researches was "Building Peace and Security within Contemporary Muslim Civilizations. ... Read More
CMPJ Condemns Indian Nurpur Sharma's hateful remarks
CMPJ condemns all instances of religious intolerance by political leaders, which marginalizes religious minorities and contributes to prejudice and bigotry. Political leaders are obliged to show respect to all religions. ... Read More
