Wednesday, February 12, 2014

Reaction to the Jaffari Centre's "MUSLIM-ONLY" re-development proposal in Thornhill Woods

The attached document below is an open letter to the residents of Thornhill  from Erin Goodwin who is the Freedom Party candidate in Thornhill for the upcoming provincial by-election.    JDL Canada does not endorse any candidate but is reprinting the letter for the sole purpose of public information.
 
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OPEN LETTER TO THE VOTERS OF THORNHILL
FP's Erin Goodwin Opposes Approval of 
Muslim-only Development
 
Ladies and Gentlemen of the Riding of Thornhill:
  
Many of you will know that, on February 4, 2014, a meeting was held at Vaughan City Hall concerning a proposed expansion to the Jaffari Community Centre.  The proposal is for the construction of a 30 acre Muslim-only development involving two condominium towers and a number of townhouses for a total of 377 units.   The meeting drew an overflow crowd because the issue is of great concern, especially to those living near the proposed development.
A number of concerns have been raised about the development, which reportedly cannot proceed without obtaining special exemptions and approvals from government.  The project reportedly would not comply with zoning and planning criteria without the exemptions and approvals.  In addition, legitimate concern is being caused by the fact that proponents of the development - Islamic Shia Ithna-Asheri Jama'at of Toronto ("ISIJ") - initially made it clear that the intention is for a Muslim-only community on a 30 acre site.
  
Thornhill residents go to the polls this coming Thursday, February 13, 2014 to vote in the provincial by-election for the riding of Thornhill.  Concerned voters have written to Freedom Party of Ontario and to Erin Goodwin - Freedom Party's candidate in Thornhill - asking that we state the party's position with respect to the issue of the proposed development.
  
This issue is an important one not only for the riding, but for the precedent it could set for the province.  Accordingly, we are writing to ensure that you understand in no uncertain terms Freedom Party's position on the issue, and the position of Erin Goodwin, Freedom Party's candidate.
  
Freedom Party, its leader Paul McKeever, and its candidate Erin Goodwin oppose the granting of exemptions or approvals for the 30-acre development.  We oppose it in part because of the many zoning and planning concerns expressed by Thornhill residents who would suffer the consequences - including traffic congestion - were the development to get exemptions and approvals to go ahead. 
  
However, we also share the concerns of those who oppose - or are puzzled by - the Muslim-only nature of the proposed site.  Freedom Party is quite aware that the religious leader of the ISIJ is an Imam and author who regards only the laws of Allah - Sharia - to be legitimate law.  It would be naive, at the very least, to disregard the exclusive, Muslim-only nature of the proposed development, which we understand to include streets and allowances that would be not private but public lands. 
  
Contrary to the religious leader of the ISIJ, Freedom Party stands opposed to facilitating respect for Sharia law.  We advocate respect only for the laws made in our legislatures and courts, by the people, for the life and happiness of all of the children and adults on this good earth, of all religions.  We will not support the use of our laws to defend the existence of zones in which the laws made in our legislatures and courts are disregarded or discouraged.
  
Having made our own position clear, we encourage the Liberal and Progressive Conservative candidates to do the same, because those who remain mute in order to get elected, will remain mute in order to get re-elected.
  
Sincerely,
  
Erin Goodwin (Freedom Party candidate for the riding of Thornhill)
AND
Paul McKeever (Leader, Freedom Party of Ontario)
 
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The following article, dated today - February 11, 2014 is reprinted from the online magazine CRESCENT INTERNATIONAL.    This publication represents the sentiments of the Shia community to which the members of the Jaffari Centre adhere.   It is an article celebrating the 35th anniversary of the Islamic revolution - a revolution which has produced one of the world's most repressive regimes in existence today.   This revolution has produced a culture of violence and terrorism - a culture which is a throwback to medieval times that is based on tyranny, misogyny and homophobia - and is characterized by anti-semitism and religious intolerance.    The article has been re-printed here - the actual article in it's original appearance can be viewed by following this 
 LINK
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Crescent International is a publication of the Institute of Contemporary Islamic Thought (ICIT).
 
Millions join 35th Anniversary celebrations of Islamic revolution in Iran
 
February, 2014
 
Despite illegal sanctions, sabotage and other difficulties placed in the path of the Islamic Republic by imperialists and zionists, the people's support for the Islamic Revolution has not waned. This was witnessed once again today as millions joined the 35 anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution at Azadi Square in Tehran.
Tehran, Crescent-online

 
Tuesday February 11, 2014, 09:51 EST

Millions of Iranians from all walks of life attended celebrations in Azadi Square marking the 35th anniversary of the victory of the Islamic Revolution that triumphed in 1979.
    The Islamic revolution was a turning point in contemporary history when the movement led by Imam Khomeini (ra) brought to an end the tyrannical regime of the US-backed Reza Shah. It was not without a price: at least 80,000 people, among them women and children, were martyred by the Shah's forces despite the completely peaceful nature of demonstrations.

Even after 35 years, the people's enthusiasm for the revolution has not waned despite decades of illegal sanctions imposed on Iran by the Western powers led by the United States.

The Islamic revolution was the first genuine change in Muslim societies. It was not another palace coup in which one set of elite grabbed power from another. The Imam established a system of government based in Islamic values and principles.

By offering sincere and courageous leadership, the Imam inspired the people of Iran to make immense sacrifices in defence of the revolution. Soon after the victory of the Islamic revolution, agents of imperialism and Zionism launched a vicious campaign of internal sabotage and assassinated more than 1200 leading figures of the revolution.

Those martyred included the country's President Mohammad Ali Rajaie, Prime Minister Mohammed Bahonar, Chief Justice Ayatullah Mohammed Hussein Beheshti, leading ulama such as Ayatullah Mofatteh and Ayatullah Murtaza Muttahari as well as scores of Imam Jumahs.

Any other system would have collapsed after such massive blows but the Islamic system with its deep roots among the people and the courageous leadership of Imam Khomeini, withstood this challenge.
  

Similarly, the people of Iran singlehandedly withstood the onslaught from Baathist Iraq under the tyrannical ruler Saddam Hussein. That war lasted eight years and Saddam was backed by all of his Arab allies as well as the West. He used chemical and biological weapons against the Islamic forces but Islamic Iran was not cowed down.

After such tremendous sacrifices, the people of Iran are entitled to display fireworks and colorful illuminations on the evening before the final day-February 11 (coinciding with 22 Bahman in the Iranian calendar year) to celebrate this remarkable achievement.

President Hassan Rohani as well as Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif addressed the millions of people assembled at the site of the celebrations. They had started to gather from early morning bringing their children and families with them.

The festive mood was evident. The people of Iran are entitled to these celebrations that they have earned with their blood and tears.

Two days earlier, the Rahbar, Imam Seyyed Ali Khamenei while addressing Air Force Commanders said that American officials speak with forked tongues. They say one thing in their private meeting with Iranian officials and then say something completely the opposite the next day. He warned Iranian officials to be vigilante against such duplicity and doublespeak.

In denouncing the threats against the Islamic Republic by some


American officials as "worthless and childish," President
 Rohani who was addressing millions of people, announced, "On behalf of the people of Iran, I declare with a clear voice that threatening Iran is worthless and childish since our millat has, over the past 35 years, resisted against various threats from the enemy and achieved victory."

Addressing directly the sextet with whom Iran has been involved in negotiations over the nuclear issue, President Rohani told them: "I say to the P5+1 countries that nuclear negotiations are a historic test for Europe and the United States. Should they proceed within the framework of law, the rights of the Iranian people, common interests, mutual respect, interaction, and cooperation in nuclear negotiations, they will receive a positive and proper response from Iran."

He then warned: "But, if they seek to repeat the improper and wrongful manners of the past, they should know that they have taken steps to the detriment of their own countries, the region, global welfare and stability..."    
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And if reading the above does not give you cause for concern about the motives of the developers and the Jaffari community -  here are some photos of participants in a recent "Al Quds" rally in Toronto demonstrating their civic pride and loyalty.
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Mothers flying the Hezbollah flag - a banned terrorist organization. 
 
 
Guest speaker Elias Hazineh,  threatening to shoot Israelis after a "2 minute warning". 
 
 
The phalanx of children - the next generation of haters.
 
A 10 year old boy dressed in Jihadi gear shouting to the crowd  "Zionism is a cancer"   To watch and listen to the entire sickening video - CLICK HERE.
 


The Jaffari neighbours marching with a picture of their hero - Ayatollah Khomeini - the father of their repressed and intolerant culture.

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And if you don't believe these people are representative of the Jaffari neighbours, look at the following bus pickup schedule for this vile rally.





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THE JEWISH DEFENCE LEAGUE IS OPPOSED TO THIS RE-DEVELOPMENT BECAUSE IT INFRINGES ON THE STABILITY AND SAFETY OF THE EXISTING COMMUNITY OF THORNHILL WOODS.    THE PROMOTION OF A "MUSLIM-ONLY" DEVELOPMENT IS CONTRARY TO THE VALUES PROMOTED BY THE CANADIAN CHARTER AND AS SUCH, VIOLATES THE RIGHTS OF ALL CANADIANS.

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