Democratic Rights 

Topic: Democratic Rights 


ICLMG’s submission to the People’s Consultation on AI

On March 23, 2026, the ICLMG made a submission to the People’s Consultation on Artificial Intelligence. The PCAI was launched by a group of 160 civil society organizations, including the ICLMG, in response to the federal government’s woeful track record on public consultations regarding artificial intelligence policy and regulations, specifically its Fall 2025 30-day “national sprint” […]

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Bill C-4 Resources

Here are a few items you can use to make sure people know what is taking place. If you have something for us to add drop us a line. Our C-4 Mailer Help Stop Bill C-4 Part 4  Members of Parliament are putting their political interests ahead of your rights.  Democracy depends on open dialogue. That requires you to […]

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CMPAC presents ICLMG’s McSorley with Award

During the recent Parliamentary Iftar dinner hosted by the Canadian Muslim Public Affairs Council (CMPAC), Tim McSorley, our National Coordinator, was honoured to receive the Community Partner Award for his dedicated partnership and steadfast contributions in service of the Muslim community. We are deeply touched to receive this award, immensely grateful for the important advocacy […]

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House of Commons E-Petition

After working with MPs, Senators and partners in civil society including: The Centre for Digital Rights, Canadian Civil Liberties Association, and Open Media an electronic petition is now available. Add your name and send a message to MPs that federal political parties need to respect your personal information. You can sign the petition on the […]

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ICLMG on Government No Fly Lists

The serious flaws and violations of the law uncovered in the first ever rigorous and independent review of Canada’s secretive No Fly List regime require an immediate response and urgent action on the part of the Canadian government. For 20 years, Canada has operated a troubling, secretive regime that prevents individuals, including Canadians, from flying […]

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FIPA Bill C-4 Part 4 Dashboard

Part 4 of Bill C-4 is a direct attack on the privacy of Canadians. Bill C-4 An Act respecting certain affordability measures for Canadians and another measure was introduced on June 5th 2025. This Finance bill’s other measure is a series of amendments to the Canada Election Act in Part 4. It gives federal political parties the power to collect […]

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Bill C-4 Part 4 in the Senate

Latest Update Feb 18, 2026 Report of the committee webpage – pdf Senate Standing Committee Legal and Constitutional Affairs The subject matter of Part 4 of Bill C-4, An Act respecting certain affordability measures for Canadians and another measure. Order of Reference: 2026-02-05 Briefs and Other Documents Feb 12, 2026 10:30 a.m. ET Feb 12, 2026 01:30 p.m. ET […]

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20260212 FIPA at Senate LCJC

FIPA at Committee FIPA requested and was granted the opportunity to present to the Standing Senate Committee on Legal and Constitutional Affairs (LCJC) in The subject matter of Part 4 of Bill C-4, An Act respecting certain affordability measures for Canadians and another measure. FIPA Executive director Jason Woywada appeared in committee via video conference […]

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Bill C-4 Part 4 Order Paper Question

A written question on the Order Paper Access to information is about more than access requests. Given the impact of Bill C-4 Part 4 we thought it prudent to employ every tool at our disposal. Appearing on the House of Commons Notice Paper No. 84 and Order Paper and Notice Paper No. 85 is an […]

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ICLMG testifies against Bill C-12 at Senate Committee

On February 10, 2026, ICLMG’s National Coordinator testified at the Standing Senate Committee on Social Affairs, Science and Technology (SOCI) for their study of the rights-violating and xenophobic Bill C-12, the Strengthening Canada’s Immigration System and Borders Act. Watch his 5-minute intervention above or read the transcript of his remarks below. Read our full briefs to […]

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ICLMG raises concerns with the proposed regulations for the Foreign Influence Registry

On February 2nd, 2026, the International Civil Liberties Monitoring Group sent the following comments to the federal government in the context of their 30-day consultation on their proposed Regulations for the Foreign Interference Transparency and Accountability Act (FITAA): Concerns The Foreign Influence Transparency and Accountability Regulations as currently drafted fail to clarify some key aspects of the […]

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ICLMG renews commitment to fight Islamophobia on National Day of Remembrance and Action against Islamophobia

Today, January 29th, 2026, we remember the victims of the deadly 2017 attack on the Quebec City Mosque: Mamadou Tanou Barry, Ibrahima Barry, Khaled Belkacemi, Aboubaker Thabti, Abdelkrim Hassane, and Azzeddine Soufiane, along with the survivors, including Aymen Derbali, and their loved ones. Today also marks the National Day of Remembrance and Action Against Islamophobia, […]

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