Hawzah News Agency- Canadian officials marked the International Day to Combat Islamophobia on Saturday by urging citizens to stand against discrimination targeting Muslim communities.

However, a prominent civil rights organization has voiced concerns that government efforts remain insufficient to address the growing incidence of hate.

Amira Elghawaby, Canada’s Special Representative on Combating Islamophobia, issued a statement highlighting that Muslims in Canada continue to encounter systemic challenges, violence, and bias, CTV News reported.