But happy times have been dimmed by a staggering spike in Islamophobic incidents across the country that have ruined the month for many. Or the increasing cases of vandalism at Muslim community spaces. The National Council of Canadian Muslims, which helps community members respond to such incidents, has received over 40 reports from community members across Canada since Ramadan started — a record number. All this is giving the Muslim community pause during a time when neighbours and congregants are supposed to achieve more serenity in their faith. This isn’t just a Muslim community problem.

Source: thestar April 21, 2023 01:11 UTC