Why I filed a complaint with the Canadian Human Rights Commission against a Montreal Salafi imam for “hate propaganda”
Last Friday, I announced my intention to file a complaint with the Canadian Human Rights Commission (CHRC) against a Montreal Salafi imam under the Canadian Human Rights law prohibiting “hate propaganda” disseminated via the Internet. My complaint has been filed. I will now explain my objectives.
At first glance, as a strong defender of freedom of speech, it may seem paradoxical that I file a complaint with the aim of preventing a Salafi imam from expressing his views. In fact, my goal is to force a debate on freedom of expression and bring the public and the media to denounce the new role that CHRC is taking on, that is : Censor of “blasphemy” .
This disturbing trend, both internationally and domestically, must be reversed now before it is too late. At stake is the survival of democracy and freedom. Nothing less !
I am also seeking to attract media attention and public awareness toward the Salafi ideology. This is not a harmless religious discourse. Far from it. It is a dangerous ideology that should be outlawed.