What happened on January 29th, 2017
On January 29, 2017, the Islamic Cultural Centre of Quebec City was subject to a tragic, hateful and Islamophobic crime.
A gunman entered the place of worship and opened fire on the worshippers, killing 6 men and injuring many more.
Until this day, this tragic shooting continues to shake many hearts and bring deep sadness and fear to our communities. January 29 is a date that Muslims in Quebec and the rest of Canada will forever mourn.
But January 29 also represents a day of hope, a day when we can come together for a better future for Canadians of all backgrounds, for a Canada that is free from Islamophobia and hate.
The National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia serves as
a reminder of the work we must do as a nation to eradicate Islamophobia, hate and racism in Canada. In honour of the memory of the victims,
in recognition of those who selflessly and courageously put themselves in harm’s way to protect others, and in solidarity with the survivors of this tragedy, we mark this day by inviting each and every Canadian to stand with us by joining the Green Square Campaign.
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The Green Square Campaign
The Green Square Campaign takes place in the week leading up to January 29th every year to remember the victims and survivors of the Quebec City mosque attack. The green square represents the green carpets of the Quebec City mosque, where the victims last stood to pray.
It symbolizes the fact that the deceased are, God willing, in a green garden, in a better place since they left us that night.
Wear the green square in solidarity with the victims and survivors, with Aymen Derbali who is left paralyzed for life, and every single person suffering the consequences of this hateful and despicable act of violence.
Wear the green square to stand against Islamophobia courageously put themselves in harm’s way to protect others, and in solidarity with the survivors of this tragedy, we mark this day by inviting each and every Canadian to stand with us by joining the Green Square Campaign.
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How You Can Get Involved
WEAR THE GREEN SQUARE
- Buy a piece of green felt from your local fabric store
- Cut a 2″ x 2″ square
- Attach it to your clothes using a small safety pin
GREEN SQUARE IN THE CLASSROOM
There are several ways that students and staff can participate in remembering the Quebec City Mosque Attack.
FRIDAY KHUTBA
Organize a special jummah prayer at your local mosque to pray for the victims, their families and for the safety and well-being of Canadians of all backgrounds
MONUMENT LIGHTING
Get your local monuments, city halls or landmarks lit green on January 29th. Watch our socials for a full list of the ones that are being lit green.
ORGANIZE A VIGIL
Organize a vigil or virtual event and let us know on our social media accounts
SHARE YOUR STORY
Make a video or post a message and tell us why the Green Square Campaign is important to you and what actions you want to see to make Canada a safe place for all Canadians.
Use the hashtag #GreenSquareCampaign on social media.