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Canadians should never fear persecution for sincerely held beliefs. This is why I have fought Bill C-9 from the beginning. While the Liberals claim it provides protection, people of faith across Canada are reaching out by the thousands with deep concern about how this bill will impact their ability... show more

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Today, I rose in the House to speak on Bill C-9. Bill C-9 is a direct attack on fundamental freedoms in this country. I will stand with the Canadians who wrote to me and with faith communities across this country. I cannot and will not support Bill C-9.

Today, I rose in the House to speak on Bill C-9. Bill C-9 is a direct attack on fundamental freedoms in this country. I will stand with the Canadians who wrote to me and with faith communities across this country. I cannot and will not support Bill C-9.

David Bexte

80,788 views • 6 months ago

Tomorrow I will vote no on Bill C-9. The Liberals' decision to shut down debate on this deeply concerning Bill and rush its passage through the House is wrong. I submitted to the House a petition from local faith leaders that warned of the dangers of ignoring the concerns of Canada's many faith communities regarding Bill C-9. Civil liberty groups and major unions echoed these concerns. C-9 will only chill freedom of speech and weaken our ability to combat hate. It should not be passed.

Tomorrow I will vote no on Bill C-9. The Liberals' decision to shut down debate on this deeply concerning Bill and rush its passage through the House is wrong. I submitted to the House a petition from local faith leaders that warned of the dangers of ignoring the concerns of Canada's many faith communities regarding Bill C-9. Civil liberty groups and major unions echoed these concerns. C-9 will only chill freedom of speech and weaken our ability to combat hate. It should not be passed.

Helena Konanz

38,648 views • 6 months ago

Religious freedom is not a privilege granted by government, it is a fundamental right provided by the Charter. Bill C-9 expands the definition of hate while removing long-standing religious protection, raising concerns that certain passages from sacred texts could be criminalized. My constituents and tens of thousands of Canadians have been clear: sincerely held faith beliefs must be protected and Bill C-9 must be withdrawn.

Religious freedom is not a privilege granted by government, it is a fundamental right provided by the Charter. Bill C-9 expands the definition of hate while removing long-standing religious protection, raising concerns that certain passages from sacred texts could be criminalized. My constituents and tens of thousands of Canadians have been clear: sincerely held faith beliefs must be protected and Bill C-9 must be withdrawn.

Rachael Thomas

17,360 views • 6 months ago

I tabled a petition from Canadians concerned about Bill C-9. Hate speech is already illegal under sections 318 and 319 of the Criminal Code. Petitioners are not asking for less protection. They are asking Parliament not to remove long-standing safeguards that protect sincerely held beliefs expressed in good faith. Bill C-9 risks expanding government power while weakening important Charter protections. When Canadians take the time to defend their fundamental freedoms, Parliament has a duty to listen.

I tabled a petition from Canadians concerned about Bill C-9. Hate speech is already illegal under sections 318 and 319 of the Criminal Code. Petitioners are not asking for less protection. They are asking Parliament not to remove long-standing safeguards that protect sincerely held beliefs expressed in good faith. Bill C-9 risks expanding government power while weakening important Charter protections. When Canadians take the time to defend their fundamental freedoms, Parliament has a duty to listen.

Dr. Leslyn Lewis

23,216 views • 7 months ago

BREAKING The Liberals have suspended the Justice Committee — and therefore the Bill C-9 review — until January. They still haven’t committed to prioritizing bail legislation over their censorship bill when we come back, however. I will continue to fight for religious freedom.

BREAKING The Liberals have suspended the Justice Committee — and therefore the Bill C-9 review — until January. They still haven’t committed to prioritizing bail legislation over their censorship bill when we come back, however. I will continue to fight for religious freedom.

Andrew Lawton

52,285 views • 9 months ago

Theresa May, "I do not believe the safeguards in this bill will prevent people from being pressurised to end their lives, sometimes for the benefits for others" "I also worry, as we have seen in countries where there is such a law, that people will feel they must end their lives simply because they feel they are a burden on others" "I worry about the impact it will have on people with disabilities, chronic illness, with mental health problems, because there is a risk that legalising assisted dying reenforces the dangerous notion that some lives are less worth living than others" "We have seen in other countries, once a law like this is passed, the pressure then grows to extend the scope of it" "I also oppose it because I believe that in the absence of a coroners report this could be used to cover up" "I have a friend who calls it the License to Kill Bill" "And finally my Lords, this is not an assisted dying bill, it's an assisted suicide bill" "As a society we believe that suicide is wrong. The government has a national suicide prevention strategy. Suicide is not ok. Suicide is wrong. This bill is wrong" "In my opinion, it should not pass"

Theresa May, "I do not believe the safeguards in this bill will prevent people from being pressurised to end their lives, sometimes for the benefits for others" "I also worry, as we have seen in countries where there is such a law, that people will feel they must end their lives simply because they feel they are a burden on others" "I worry about the impact it will have on people with disabilities, chronic illness, with mental health problems, because there is a risk that legalising assisted dying reenforces the dangerous notion that some lives are less worth living than others" "We have seen in other countries, once a law like this is passed, the pressure then grows to extend the scope of it" "I also oppose it because I believe that in the absence of a coroners report this could be used to cover up" "I have a friend who calls it the License to Kill Bill" "And finally my Lords, this is not an assisted dying bill, it's an assisted suicide bill" "As a society we believe that suicide is wrong. The government has a national suicide prevention strategy. Suicide is not ok. Suicide is wrong. This bill is wrong" "In my opinion, it should not pass"

Farrukh

49,790 views • 1 year ago

Bill C-9 is back on the agenda for tomorrow's Justice Committee meeting. I have heard from thousands of Canadians concerned about how this bill infringes on freedom of expression and religious freedom. I was proud to table a petition on their behalf earlier this month.

Bill C-9 is back on the agenda for tomorrow's Justice Committee meeting. I have heard from thousands of Canadians concerned about how this bill infringes on freedom of expression and religious freedom. I was proud to table a petition on their behalf earlier this month.

Andrew Lawton

42,161 views • 7 months ago

I presented a petition today from residents in our community, calling on the government to withdraw Bill C-9, their controversial censorship proposal that targets faith communities across Canada and that may criminalize passages from the Bible and other religious texts. Today, the Liberals, with the help of the Bloc, are moving to end debate on this proposal and silence the many voices of concerned Canadians.

I presented a petition today from residents in our community, calling on the government to withdraw Bill C-9, their controversial censorship proposal that targets faith communities across Canada and that may criminalize passages from the Bible and other religious texts. Today, the Liberals, with the help of the Bloc, are moving to end debate on this proposal and silence the many voices of concerned Canadians.

Jacob Mantle

11,632 views • 6 months ago

The Liberals are incapable of presenting legislation without dividing Canadians. With C-9, they have placed a poison pill of removing religious defences in the Criminal Code. I’m voting AGAINST their censure motion and will vote AGAINST this flawed bill.

The Liberals are incapable of presenting legislation without dividing Canadians. With C-9, they have placed a poison pill of removing religious defences in the Criminal Code. I’m voting AGAINST their censure motion and will vote AGAINST this flawed bill.

Stephanie Kusie

17,141 views • 6 months ago

Hate speech is already illegal in Canada (Sections 318 and 319 of the Criminal Code). Bill C-9 won’t change that. What it will do is weaken long-standing Charter protections by removing safeguards for beliefs and opinions held in good faith. The government should not police our thoughts, beliefs or conscience.

Hate speech is already illegal in Canada (Sections 318 and 319 of the Criminal Code). Bill C-9 won’t change that. What it will do is weaken long-standing Charter protections by removing safeguards for beliefs and opinions held in good faith. The government should not police our thoughts, beliefs or conscience.

Dr. Leslyn Lewis

51,011 views • 9 months ago

If Bill C-9 passes, people could be criminally charged just for reading certain passages of scripture. This is exactly what Liberal Heritage Minister Marc Miller already said he thinks SHOULD happen. Liberals have been profoundly dishonest about Bill C-9, and they've done everything possible during debate to avoid talking about the substance of the legislation. People deserve to know the truth.

If Bill C-9 passes, people could be criminally charged just for reading certain passages of scripture. This is exactly what Liberal Heritage Minister Marc Miller already said he thinks SHOULD happen. Liberals have been profoundly dishonest about Bill C-9, and they've done everything possible during debate to avoid talking about the substance of the legislation. People deserve to know the truth.

Garnett Genuis

29,147 views • 6 months ago

Let’s be clear: Bill C-9, The Combatting Hate Act, is the anti-hate legislation that communities and law enforcement across Canada are asking for. Our government remains willing to work across the aisle to look for constructive improvements to this Bill. What we will not accept are endless delays and Conservative tactics designed to dodge a vote on this bill. I made a promise to my constituents to stand up for them and pass laws to fight back against hate immediately. Canadians want action- it’s time for Conservative members to get on board.

Let’s be clear: Bill C-9, The Combatting Hate Act, is the anti-hate legislation that communities and law enforcement across Canada are asking for. Our government remains willing to work across the aisle to look for constructive improvements to this Bill. What we will not accept are endless delays and Conservative tactics designed to dodge a vote on this bill. I made a promise to my constituents to stand up for them and pass laws to fight back against hate immediately. Canadians want action- it’s time for Conservative members to get on board.

Leslie Church 🇨🇦

117,772 views • 10 months ago

I have formally tabled my first piece of legislation! Bill C-285 will save Canadians thousands of dollars by scrapping the GST on used cars. This is a responsible, costed, commonsense proposal I hope will have support across party lines.

I have formally tabled my first piece of legislation! Bill C-285 will save Canadians thousands of dollars by scrapping the GST on used cars. This is a responsible, costed, commonsense proposal I hope will have support across party lines.

Andrew Lawton

39,083 views • 3 months ago

Bill C-9 isn’t about “combatting hate.” It’s about silencing dissent, policing faith, and shielding Israel from criticism. MP James Maloney 🇨🇦🇺🇦🇨🇦 the Justice Committee must reject this bill that the Government is ramming through without any community consultation. The Bloc Québécois amendment to police faith must be rejected. The Anthony Housefather amendment must be rejected. Mark Carney Bill C-9 is a mess. It needs to be rebuilt from the ground up with communities, not lobbyists. Our laws already address real hate. This bill was shaped by the pro-Israel lobby, aimed first at Muslims and pro-Palestinian voices, and it will not stop there. Canada needs laws that fight hate, not silence Canadians. #cdnpoli

Bill C-9 isn’t about “combatting hate.” It’s about silencing dissent, policing faith, and shielding Israel from criticism. MP James Maloney 🇨🇦🇺🇦🇨🇦 the Justice Committee must reject this bill that the Government is ramming through without any community consultation. The Bloc Québécois amendment to police faith must be rejected. The Anthony Housefather amendment must be rejected. Mark Carney Bill C-9 is a mess. It needs to be rebuilt from the ground up with communities, not lobbyists. Our laws already address real hate. This bill was shaped by the pro-Israel lobby, aimed first at Muslims and pro-Palestinian voices, and it will not stop there. Canada needs laws that fight hate, not silence Canadians. #cdnpoli

Mohamad Fakih, C.M.

45,185 views • 9 months ago

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#WATCH | Patna, Bihar: On Waqf Amendment Bill, Jan Suraaj party Founder Prashant Kishor says, "It is unfortunate. I don't see this as against Muslims or against Hindus...If you deviate from the commitments and assurances that our founding fathers gave to different sections of this country after independence, then it becomes the responsibility of the people of this generation to be truthful to those commitments. If you are making any changes to them that impact any section, then those sections should be taken into confidence before making such laws. A large section of Muslims are feeling threatened by the Waqf Bill. I feel that the Government is forming this law in haste for the politics of polarisation...The government doesn't have a majority in Lok Sabha. They are able to bring this law because people like Nitish Kumar are supporting the Government; if leaders like Nitish Kumar do not vote in support of this Bill in Lok Sabha, then the Government can never make this a law. BJP doesn't consider Muslims their vote bank...but people like Nitish Kumar who tell Muslims every day that they are the well-wishers of the community, should definitely think that aren't they showing their hypocrisy by voting in support of this Bill even when they speak of Gandhi, Lohia and JP? When this era is written in history, the blame for this law will be more on leaders like Nitish Kumar than the BJP." (01.04)

ANI

26,122 views • 1 year ago

The Liberals on the Justice Committee rejected 17 attempts by Conservatives to prioritize bail legislation instead of the divisive and toxic Bill C-9. Why is the only crime they want to address thought crime?

The Liberals on the Justice Committee rejected 17 attempts by Conservatives to prioritize bail legislation instead of the divisive and toxic Bill C-9. Why is the only crime they want to address thought crime?

Andrew Lawton

25,020 views • 9 months ago

Here is a question for all of you: Do you believe we should be making it easier for our government to prosecute and jail Canadians based not on their actions – but on their words? To criminalize speech and prosecute those for expressing sincerely held religious beliefs? For me, the answer will always be no. Free speech, free expression and freedom of religion are foundational principles upon which our nation, and Western civilization, is built. I will always defend these fundamental Charter rights. My full speech opposing the Liberal censorship bill, C-9.

Here is a question for all of you: Do you believe we should be making it easier for our government to prosecute and jail Canadians based not on their actions – but on their words? To criminalize speech and prosecute those for expressing sincerely held religious beliefs? For me, the answer will always be no. Free speech, free expression and freedom of religion are foundational principles upon which our nation, and Western civilization, is built. I will always defend these fundamental Charter rights. My full speech opposing the Liberal censorship bill, C-9.

Aaron Gunn

17,272 views • 6 months ago