Thank you so much for that.
I want to thank the witnesses here today for sharing their perspectives and their testimony.
I live in Woodstock, which is not too far from London. Obviously, our hearts go out to the victims of the terrorist attack that happened there a few years ago. We also heard the news over the weekend of the fire that was started at a Muslim family's home. Obviously, we condemn that. I think all parties are united against that. Hopefully, whoever is responsible is punished to the full extent of the law and held responsible.
My question is for Mr. Asif Khan. I've attended many of your community events, like the Jamat-ul-Vida. I've been to jalsas. I've been to your Canada Day celebrations in Maple. There's a growing community in my riding as well.
Your charity does great work. Humanity First steps up, especially during times of need. As we see two million Canadians going to food banks, it has stepped up and shared that message of love for all, hatred for none. I think that's a beautiful message, and that's a Canadian message.
You also hold interfaith forums and open houses to raise awareness.
In your testimony, you mentioned knowledge over ignorance. I think when we educate the community, we're able to tackle some of these misconceptions that exist of the Muslim faith.
Can you update the committee on some of the initiatives you have taken as a jama'at? What kinds of tangible benefits have you seen first-hand with the work you're doing in proactively engaging Canadians?