This past weekend at the @MACNational Convention 2026, CMPAC Chair Dr Yaser Haddara and CMPAC ED @kalqazzaz led a number of important panels and discussions on Islamophobia, civic engagement, religious freedom and community leadership. The conversations explored the importance of moving beyond reactive responses to Islamophobia toward proactive Muslim leadership, protecting the right to worship and participate fully in public life, and reflecting on how the ongoing realities in Gaza have shaped broader conversations around faith, justice, and public consciousness. The panels brought together scholars, advocates, and community leaders for timely and important discussions centered on principled engagement and strengthening Muslim civic participation across Canada.

Today, a court has acknowledged bias in the CRA’s audit of the Muslim Association of Canada. tinyurl.com/4tsbcyet We are disappointed to see this ruling fall short of bringing justice to MAC as the biased proceedings are ongoing.