Canadian Council of Imams

PO Box 41551, 1711 Mc Cowan Rd., Toronto, Ontario, Canada, M1S 5G8
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Canadian Imams Reiterate Fight Against Violent Extremism

5 April, 2017

Canadian imams are relieved that the authorities were able to stop a Canadian man
from allegedly leaving Canada to participate in terrorist activity overseas. The Canadian
Council of Imams appreciates the efforts of law enforcement in keeping Canadians safe.
We are also aware that the person in question, is already in custody for other
outstanding criminal offences. While this new charge applied today, is definitely of a
serious nature, we will allow the courts to complete due process, adhering to the
principle of innocence until proven guilty. We have full confidence in the Canadian
justice system.

The Daesh ideology of hate and extremism based violence is one that both the
authorities and communities are battling. We will continue to work with our partners in
law enforcement, social services and education to counter the threat of violent
extremism.

We reaffirm our commitment to live together in peace, and to confront all types of hate
and violent extremism.

Media Inquiries:

Imam Sikander Hashmi: 613 572-4252

Imam Yusuf Badat: 416 402-8542
Info@CanadianCouncilofImams.com