Islamophobia In Our Backyard

Khalil Jessa, law student and activist

This week Julie talks with Windsor Law student Khalil Jessa about his thoughts on mounting Islamophobia in Canada, and his work to combat ignorance and hate. Plus, strains in the relationship between the Canadian public and our judiciary.

Related:

Quebec passes bill banning niqab, burka while receiving public services (National Post)

Quebec’s face veil ban may face a Supreme Court challenge (Toronto Star)

In Other News:

Quebec judge’s remarks about ‘overweight’ teen sex assault victim ‘worrisome,’ Crown says (CBC)