CMF-FMC Deeply Concerned by CAQ’s Plan to Ban Street Prayers!
by FMC-CMF | Aug 28, 2025 | Press Release |
PRESS RELEASE
Montreal, August 28, 2025
The Canadian Muslim Forum (CMF-FMC) expresses its deep concern following reports that the Quebec government is preparing legislation to ban street prayers in public spaces.
“At a time when Quebecers are struggling with a health care system, SAAQclic fiasco skyrocketing housing costs, and rising living expenses, the CAQ government should be focused on solving real problems , not policing the fundamental rights of its citizens,” said the CMF-FMC. The big question comes in the midst of hardships that Quebecers are passing through, why now!
Street prayers are an manifestation freedom of expression that has been exercised for so long by various communities, rights guaranteed by the Quebec and Canadian Charters. A blanket ban would stigmatize communities, fuel exclusion, and undermine Quebec’s social cohesion.
The CMF-FMC calls on the government to redirect its energy toward urgent priorities and to respect the dignity and rights of all Quebecers.
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