A mosque in Quebec, Canada, has been vandalized and littered with anti-Arab streaks and a Star of David. "It's a kind of bigotry that has no place in Canada," said Canadian Immigration Minister Jason Kenny. Scribbles containing insults and a Star of David were sprayed on the mosque door last week.
The attack came days after unidentified persons attacked the mosque and smashed its windows. “Every act of vandalism is sad. But vandalism against any religious place of worship is very cowardly and full of hatred, ”said Kenny.
He emphasized that the Canadian government strongly condemns the heinous attacks that have terrorized the entire community. “Our government is deeply disturbed by individual actions that promote this type of hatred. Canada is recognized as a country of peace and tolerance. "
Prime Minister Stephen also condemned it as a "heinous attack" in a statement on France. "Mosque members have requested assistance in funding infrastructure and security projects and have received funding from our government," said Harper.
It was the fourth attack on a mosque in Canada in six months. "This is classified as a hate crime," said Guy Berthelotte, deputy police chief for Gatineau, Quebec.
The attack on the mosque was also condemned by Jewish and Muslim groups in Canada.
"This incident is not only an insult to an estimated 4.000 Muslims in the Gatineau area, but also an outrage for all Canadians who value diversity," said Frank Diamant, chairman of the Jewish group B'nai B'rith Canada.
However, the mosque's imam said the attack did not reflect widespread anti-Islamic hostility in Canada. "This does not characterize Canadians," said priest Nabil Bouzoubaa.
Canadian Muslims make up about 2,8 percent of the 32,8 million population. A recent report from Pew Forums The Washington-based said the number of Muslims was predicted to increase by 6,6% of Canada's total population by 2030.
A recent survey shows that the majority of Muslims are proud to be Canadian citizens and they are better educated than the general population. (Mel / OnIslam.net / ddhongkong.org). *
