We asked volunteers what everyone should know about Islam, and why.
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“The first step is knowledge and gaining knowledge, and being aware of what’s going on in your society. So long as you’re aware and conscious of other religions, and you’re there to respect them, that can really tone down a lot of things.”
Like it or not, Canada is not immune to the rise of Islamophobia that is plaguing Western society.
The University of Ottawa’s Muslim Students Association held its annual Islam Awareness Week (IAW) this year from Feb. 25 to March 1.
