On January 18, 2025, the radical Islamist organization Hizb ut-Tahrir plans to hold the “Khilafah Conference 2025” in Hamilton, Canada. This event represents a dangerous assault on Canada’s democratic principles and public safety. Hizb ut-Tahrir, an international Islamist movement banned in numerous countries, openly promotes terrorist ideologies, including the rejection of democracy, the embrace of jihadism, and the establishment of a global Islamic caliphate.
The event’s agenda, under the guise of religious discourse, includes incendiary topics such as:
- “Nationalism and the Regimes – Frontline Enemies of Islam”
- “The Colonialist Powers: Busting Myths and Erasing Our Fears”
- “Only the Khalifah Will Liberate Palestine”
- “Despairing in the Victory of Allah (SWT) is Forbidden – Trusting in Him is an Obligation”
These themes are not only provocative but deliberately designed to sow division, foster radicalization, and glorify terrorism. The speakers, including Abu Omar, Malik Abu Luqman, Bilal Khan, and Dr. Gelani, are known advocates of terrorist ideologies. Their rhetoric consistently rejects secular governance, promotes authoritarian religious rule, and encourages violent confrontation under the pretext of religious obligation.
Hizb ut-Tahrir: A Conveyor Belt for Terrorism
Hizb ut-Tahrir, or the “Party of Liberation,” is notorious for serving as a “conveyor belt” for terrorism. While it publicly denies direct involvement in violence, its ideology has radicalized countless individuals who have gone on to commit acts of terror. Banned in numerous countries for spreading hate, the organization uses events like this conference to amplify dangerous narratives that undermine societal cohesion and public safety.
Allowing such an event in Canada is an affront to our nation’s democratic principles. It puts Canadians at risk, regardless of their background, and threatens the freedoms and values we hold dear.
Why This Event Must Be Stopped
- It Promotes Terrorism: The conference glorifies jihadism and calls for the rejection of democracy, a cornerstone of Canadian society.
- It Undermines National Security: Events like these serve as recruitment hubs, radicalizing attendees and encouraging hostility toward Canada and its values.
- It Endangers Public Safety: By providing a platform for hate-filled rhetoric, the event fosters division and risks inciting violence.
What Must Be Done
Canada cannot stand idly by while terrorists gather on our soil to spread their toxic ideology. Immediate action is required:
- Shut Down the Event: Municipal and federal authorities must intervene to cancel this gathering and ensure that no terrorist organization uses Canadian venues to spread hatred.
- Investigate Hizb ut-Tahrir: The organization’s activities must be thoroughly examined, and its operations in Canada scrutinized under anti-terrorism and hate speech laws.
- Take a Stand Against Terrorism: Our leaders must demonstrate zero tolerance for radicalization by publicly condemning this event and the dangerous ideologies it represents.
Silence Is Complicity
Allowing this conference to proceed would be a failure of leadership and a betrayal of Canadian values. Silence in the face of terrorism is not neutrality—it is complicity. Canada must send an unequivocal message: there is no room for hate, division, or terror in our society.
Stopping the Khilafah Conference 2025 is not just about protecting Canadians today; it is about safeguarding our democratic principles for generations to come. This is a fight for the very soul of our nation, and we cannot afford to lose.
