Soccer Turban Ban
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FIFA panel says yes to turbans, hijabs in soccerAfter the issue stirred controversy in Quebec last summer, FIFA has ruled on whether soccer players can wear religious head coverings during games.SportsMar 3, 2014
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Turbans, hijabs, kippahs face restrictions in QuebecQuebec has launched its next debate on minority accommodation – and this one could make the erstwhile soccer-turban ban look like a leisurely stroll on the pitch.CanadaAug 20, 2013
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Quebec to field soccer team in FranceWith funding from the Parti Quebecois and backing from the St-Jean-Baptiste Society, Quebec has found a way to play soccer on the international stage.Jun 22, 2013
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After Quebec Soccer Federation reverses turban ban, does ill-will linger?The Quebec Soccer Federation lifted its ban on turbans Saturday. But is its credibility with the community damaged now?CanadaJun 15, 2013
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Quebec soccer federation scraps controversial turban ban after FIFA rulingQuebec's soccer federation is ending its much-criticized turban ban, a day after soccer's world body said such headwear is acceptable on the pitch.CanadaJun 15, 2013
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FIFA weighs in on soccer turban rules: head coverings allowed for nowSoccer's world body has struck a blow against Quebec's turban ban, saying such headwear is perfectly acceptable on the pitch for now.SportsJun 14, 2013
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Some Ontario soccer teams staying away from QuebecAt least twenty Ontario soccer teams won't be competing in this weekend's Lac Saint-Louis tournament in the West Island.SportsJun 13, 2013
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Quebec soccer tournament loses 20 out-of-province teams over turban banHundreds of players won't be going to Montreal for a soccer tournament this weekend, amid a political dispute between the Quebec and national soccer bodies over turbans.SportsJun 13, 2013
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Sikh soccer mother shares experience with game in QuebecSoccer mom Gagan Deep Mukkar shares her experience with the game in Quebec.Jun 13, 2013
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Poll: Should turbans be allowed in soccer?As Quebec continues to uphold its ban on turbans on the soccer field, what do you think? Should Sikh headgear be allowed on the pitch?SportsJun 13, 2013
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