Registry of Lobbyists
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Constitutional Issues, Privacy and Access to Information
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Bill C-22 – Lawful Access Act
Amendments to Bill C-22 to strengthen privacy protections, Charter compliance, independent oversight, and limitations on lawful access and digital surveillance powers, including provisions related to:
- Expanded lawful access authorities
- Digital surveillance and data access powers
- Judicial authorization thresholds
- Privacy and Charter safeguards
- Independent oversight and accountability mechanisms
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Legislative Proposal, Bill or Resolution
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Constitutional Issues, Justice and Law Enforcement
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Bill C-9 - Combatting Hate Act.
Withdrawal of the entire bill or introducing amendments to protect civil liberties and religious freedoms;
- New Hate Propaganda Offence (Section 319)
- New "Hate Crime" Offence (Section 320.1001)
- Intimidation of Religious/Community Spaces (Section 423)
- Definition of "Hatred" (Section 319(7))
- Removal of Religious Defences (Section 319)
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Legislative Proposal, Bill or Resolution
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Foreign Affairs, International Development
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Gaza Reconstruction and Humanitarian Response
Advocacy towards foreign policy and international development measures supporting Canada’s investment in Gaza development, reconstruction, and humanitarian recovery, including:
- Reconstruction of healthcare and education infrastructure
- Humanitarian and development assistance
- Coordination with humanitarian and local partners
- Unhindered humanitarian access
- Community-led economic and educational recovery initiatives
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Policies or Program
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Education, International Relations
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Gaza Temporary Resident Visa (TRV) Family Reunification Program
Advocacy for reforms to the Gaza TRV and related immigration measures, including:
- Expanded eligibility and expedited processing
- Simplified biometric and documentation requirements
- Family reunification measures
- Accountability and transparency in IRCC processing
- Approval of outstanding study permit applications for Palestinian students
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Policies or Program
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Financial Institutions
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Protection of Muslim-Led Charities and CRA Oversight Reform
Advocacy for structural and policy reform of Canada’s AML/ATF regime and CRA national security audit practices, including:
Implementation of NSIRA recommendations
- Reform of CRA Review and Analysis Division (RAD) practices
- Reform of the National Inherent Risk Assessment (NIRA) methodology
- Independent oversight and accountability mechanisms
- Protections against discriminatory audit practices
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Policies or Program
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The Canadian Muslim Public Affairs Council is a not for profit organization that advocates against structural Islamophobia by mobilizing communities, engaging decision makers, and influencing public policy. CMPAC’s work includes policy research, grassroots mobilization and lobbying.
Khaled Alqazzaz, Executive Director
End date of the last completed financial year: 2025-12-31
| Government Institution | Funding Received in Last Financial Year | Funding Expected in Current Financial Year |
|---|---|---|
| Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) | $5,171.00 | Yes |
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289-270-3346