For Canadian Muslims forced to recall horror of mosque shooting, here’s how to cope
One expert explained that individuals can be “set off or triggered by similar events or experiences” to an original trauma. Continue reading
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Muslims and mental health — tackling age-old stigmas that make getting help difficult
For minorities, the struggle to get help can often be more pronounced — and barriers to access to be more difficult to transcend. Continue reading
Canadian Muslims face anxiety, uncertainty about crossing U.S. border
“Every time I go I’m just holding by breath, because I’m not sure how this one’s going to go.” Continue reading
Ramadan 101: Answering your questions about ‘the best time of the year’
By Jennifer Crosby Anchor
For the world’s 1.6 billion Muslims, the month of Ramadan means fasting, spiritual reflection, and charitable deeds. And there are special challenges when the holiday falls during the warmer months. Continue reading
Quebec face-coverings ban leaves Muslims fearful: ‘Life will get harder’
The law, passed by the province’s Liberal government, requires residents giving and receiving services to do so with their faces uncovered. Continue reading
Muslim Canadians proudest of Canada; face high levels of discrimination, survey finds
Canadian Muslims have an overwhelmingly strong sense of pride in Canada despite facing higher levels of discrimination than experienced by the general population, according to a new survey. Continue reading
Most Canadians say faces shouldn’t be covered at citizenship ceremonies: poll
A new Global News/Ipsos Reid poll indicates most Canadians agree with the prime minister when it comes to face coverings while taking the oath at citizenship ceremonies. Continue reading
Winnipeg Muslims rally against terrorism
Members of Winnipeg’s Muslim community rallied on the steps of the legislative building Sunday to condemn acts of terrorism in Ottawa and Quebec. Continue reading