Canadians are divided over whether religious diversity is healthy for the country, but they consider Islam in particular to be a negative force, a new poll has found. Nearly half — 44 per cent — said diversity brings a mix of good and bad; the remaining seven per cent were unsure. Asked whether various groups’ influence was growing or shrinking in Canada, respondents identified Islam, Sikhism and Hinduism as growing. They were also the most likely to identify increasing religious diversity as a bad thing (31 per cent versus 23 per cent nationally.) Reid said it is important for the value of religious freedom to be reinforced as the country becomes more diverse.

Source: National Post November 16, 2017 19:52 UTC