Controversial Islamic group Hizb ut Tahrir cancels Ontario conference
- Hizb ut Tahrir cancelled its 2025 Khilafah conference in Ontario after concerns from Public Safety Minister David McGuinty and Jewish groups about potential division and hate.
- Canada's security and intelligence agencies are evaluating whether to designate Hizb ut Tahrir as a terrorist entity under Canadian law.
- The Global Imams Council and Jewish groups welcomed the cancellation, viewing it as a step towards safety and a victory against extremism.
- Hizb ut Tahrir claimed the cancellation was due to circumstances beyond their control and stated they do not support terrorism or violence.
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