With anti-Muslim occurrences on the rise, schools in Canada urged to address Islamophobia

As tensions from the Israel-Hamas war continue to ripple through Canada, and officials across the country report an alarming rise in anti-Muslim occurrences, including in schools, some experts say Islamophobia must become a classroom priority addressed now — in practical ways and on multiple fronts.

With anti-Muslim occurrences on the rise, schools in Canada urged to address Islamophobia
Students put their hands up in class as they learn about Somalis coming to Canada.

As tensions from the Israel-Hamas war continue to ripple through Canada, and officials across the country report an alarming rise in anti-Muslim occurrences, including in schools, some experts say Islamophobia must become a classroom priority addressed now — in practical ways and on multiple fronts.