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While MPs were on break, threats against
Canadians did not let up: holiday shoppers across the country harassed
by extremists calling for violence; protesters disrupting New Year’s
Eve celebrations in Montreal with images glorifying Hamas;
and Winnipeg’s oldest synagogue desecrated with vile Nazi
symbols.
Words of condemnation are not enough. Only decisive action
will safeguard Canadians.
What's needed is for our elected officials to provide clear
direction for authorities to enforce existing laws, and to advance
legislation that keeps our communities safe—including Bill C-9,
the Combatting Hate Act, which would provide additional tools
for law enforcement and prosecutors.
That’s why today we
joined five other organizations, united across our community, to
call on all MPs to strengthen Bill C-9 through targeted amendments,
such as a new offence for the wilful promotion of terrorism, and to
pass this legislation.
Join us in urging the Justice Minister and Opposition critics to
build consensus and move forward without delay.
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