‘Duty to remember:’ Events to mark eighth anniversary of Quebec City mosque attack

Commemorating the Quebec Mosque attack - A call for inclusivity

By William Crooks Local Journalism Initiative A diverse coalition of religious and community organizations gathered Wednesday evening at the Cathedral of Sherbrooke to mark the eighth anniversary of the Quebec City Mosque attack. The event, part of the National Day of Remembrance and Action Against Islamophobia, aimed to honour the victims and reaffirm a commitment to an inclusive society. “We have a collective of nearly 12 organizations that ha…

Eight Years Post-Mosque Attack: Mohamed Labidi's Ongoing Battle Against Ignorance

On the eighth anniversary of the tragic attack that killed six worshippers, Mohamed Labidi, president of the mosque, emphasizes the ongoing fight against ignorance and the importance of remembering the victims. The event included reflections on Islamophobia and community integration, fostering hope and solidarity. Labidi distributed green squares symbolizing the victims’ prayers, while attendees engaged […]

Fort McMurray leaders vow to fight hate at Quebec City mosque attack memorial

Fort McMurray’s Muslim community honoured the eighth anniversary of the 2017 Quebec City mosque shooting with prayers and speeches from community leaders. But the massacre that left six people dead is part of a larger problem in Canada, said organizer Naseem Abdo.

'Duty to remember': Events to mark eighth anniversary of Quebec City mosque attack

MONTREAL — Only one bullet hole remains in the wall of the Centre culturel islamique de Québec, eight years after a gunman stormed into the mosque and killed six Muslim men who had come to pray.

Confederation Building Illuminated in Green for Quebec Mosque Attack Remembrance

Confederation Building will be bathed in green light today to mark the National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack, and Action Against Islamophobia. A gunman entered the Islamic Cultural Centre on this date eight years ago, and shot and killed six men, and sending many more to hospital with injuries. Green is a color linked to the Islamic faith, symbolizing remembrance and solidarity. Residents can also wear green, or a green sq…

Solemn ceremonies mark 8th anniversary of Quebec mosque shooting in Canada

Mosque leader indicates he is worried people ‘are starting to forget’ - Anadolu Ajansı