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Canadian Council of Muslim Women -
CCMW
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document.
Introduction
As believing Canadian Muslim women we
base our positions on both the Quran and the laws of
CCMW believes in the universal rights of
all, including equality. Equality means full rights as a citizen in matters of
the state, as well as equality within the family.
In the instance of polygamy, we believe
it is inherently harmful to women and children, because the family structure is
based on the values of tribal patriarchy.
We support the decision of Justice
Bauman, of the B.C. Supreme Court, to uphold the ban of polygamy.
Even if there are individuals who want
such a family structure, we believe there are reasonable limits to freedoms,
including religious freedom, as stated in the Charter.
Download the full position paper to keep reading: CCMW Position: Polygamy in the Quran & in Canada
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