Explore how mass surveillance technologies are disproportionately targeting the Muslim community in Canada.
We often associate the so-called War on Terror with invasions, bombings, renditions, and torture. But it was also a war for information. The last two decades have been marked by a deep and sophisticated strategy of surveillance in western nations that has often stood in stark contrast to fundamental rights and freedoms...
Read MoreIn the post-9/11 era, there has been a noticeable increase in the surveillance of Muslim communities in Canada. This enhanced scrutiny is often justified by national security concerns but has raised significant issues regarding privacy and civil liberties. Programs and initiatives targeting specific communities create an atmosphere of mistrust and fear, isolating these groups further and reinforcing the us-versus-them narrative that fuels Islamophobia.
Canadian anti-terrorism policies, while designed to protect all citizens, have disproportionately affected Muslims, often subjecting them to profiling and unjust treatment. These regulations, including no-fly lists and random checks, have not only inconvenienced but also stigmatized the Muslim population, contributing to a climate of fear and alienation.