The flags of Palestine and other Arab states are waved as pro-Palestine demonstrators march away from Parliament Hill during a rally in Ottawa, on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang
Canadian recognition of Palestinian state greeted with cheers, dismay
OTTAWA - Canada’s formal recognition of a Palestinian state drew applause from longtime advocates of the move and sharp denunciation from voices who said it would not foster a lasting peace.
The flags of Palestine and other Arab states are waved as pro-Palestine demonstrators march away from Parliament Hill during a rally in Ottawa, on Saturday, Oct. 5, 2024. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Justin Tang
OTTAWA - Canada’s formal recognition of a Palestinian state drew applause from longtime advocates of the move and sharp denunciation from voices who said it would not foster a lasting peace.
Prime Minister Mark Carney made the announcement on Palestinian statehood today ahead of a meeting of the United Nations General Assembly.
The National Council of Canadian Muslims declared it a historic day, but added that much more has to be done.
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Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East called Canada’s move a “real policy victory” and the result of sustained pressure from civil society.
Jewish advocacy group B’nai Brith Canada said Ottawa had bowed to international pressure by prematurely recognizing a Palestinian state built “entirely on empty promises” from the Palestinian Authority.
The federal Conservatives accused Carney of trying to create a Hamas-controlled state that will reward terrorists for violent acts and oppression of Palestinians.
This report by The Canadian Press was first published Sept. 21, 2025.
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