The Peace Tower is seen from the front gates of Parliament Hill in Ottawa in a file photo. The Canadian Press/Sean Kilpatrick
Commentary
In recent months, Canadian lawmakers and policymakers have openly questioned fundamental assumptions about the role of religion in our society, particularly regarding its recognition as a charitable purpose. The House of Commons finance committee’s proposal to eliminate or restrict religious charities from receiving tax benefits and official recognition as serving the public good is not just a bureaucratic or legal debate—it’s a challenge to the very fabric of our pluralistic and compassionate society.
