canada and the international day for the elimination of racial discrimination
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Islamophobia
An irrational fear or prejudice towards Muslims and the religion
of Islam
Vs.
• The term dates back to the late 1980s or early 90s although its use has increased since the September 11, 2001 attacks.
When Islam = = Islamophobia
• Islam is a complete integral system that encompasses all areas of human life
In 1971, Canada adopted multiculturalism as an official
policy and was the first country to do so.
Through multiculturalism, Canada tries to recognize the potential of all of its citizens and encourage them to
retain their own diverse cultural values.
The Canadian Race Relations Foundation is Canada's leading
agency dedicated to the elimination of racism in the
country.
The Canadian Race Relations Foundation Act was given Royal
Assent on February 1, 1991. The Act was proclaimed by the Federal
Government on October 28, 1996.
The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms provides that every
individual is equal before and under the law and has the right to
the equal protection and equal benefit of the law, without
discrimination.
The Government of Canada has condemned the excesses of the
past and reaffirmed the principles of justice and equality
for all in Canada.