Prime Minister Carney’s Eid Speech Sparks Outrage Over “Muslim Values Are Canadian Values” Amid Jewish Grief

Ottawa – On June 6, 2025, Prime Minister Mark Carney delivered remarks at the Eid al-Adha celebration hosted by the Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) in Ottawa. In his speech, Carney emphasized the shared values of community, generosity, and sacrifice, stating, “These are Muslim values, these are Canadian values.” He spoke of Canada’s diversity and unity, mourning the victims of terrorism and recognizing the pain caused by global conflicts, including the ongoing suffering in Gaza.

"The message of Eid… I may say, it SHOULD resonate with all Canadians," declares Prime Minister Carney. "We can pray differently… but all of us MUST come together around the values of Eid." pic.twitter.com/66kGOErP5B

— Jack Montgomery (@JackBMontgomery) June 7, 2025

On June 5, 2025, just one day before Carney’s speech, the Israel Defense Forces recovered the body of Judith Haggai, a Canadian Jewish woman brutally murdered by Hamas militants during the October 7, 2023, attacks. Her tragic death remains a painful symbol of the ongoing threat posed by Hamas terrorism to Jewish communities worldwide, including here in Canada.

Carney’s message aimed to foster inclusion and solidarity with Canada’s Muslim community. He acknowledged the fourth anniversary of the heinous terrorist attack on the Afzaal family in London, Ontario, and condemned Islamophobia as a persistent threat. His speech was met with applause inside the venue, though a small group of attendees briefly chanted “Free Palestine” before his address.

However, Carney’s appearance at MAC’s event has ignited a firestorm of controversy in Jewish and pro-Israel circles due to the Muslim Association of Canada’s well-documented historical and ideological links to the Muslim Brotherhood. The Muslim Brotherhood is a designated terrorist organization or extremist group by several countries and is known for promoting Islamist ideologies that are incompatible with Canada’s democratic values.

Critically, MAC has in the past openly displayed a giant Muslim Brotherhood flag on its website, a symbol of allegiance to the extremist organization’s worldview. Although the flag has since been removed, the association’s ideological roots and ongoing sympathies remain a source of deep concern for Jewish Canadians and security experts.

Jewish community leaders and pro-Israel advocates have expressed alarm that Canada’s Prime Minister would endorse an organization with such extremist ties, especially while equating “Muslim values” with “Canadian values.” This conflation risks normalizing ideologies that have historically fueled antisemitism, intolerance, and violence.

The Tafsik Organization publicly criticized Carney’s choice, tweeting:

“@MarkJCarney what the hell were you thinking??? Choose a Muslim organization that doesn’t bring Christian-hating, Jew hating, LGBTQ hating, Hindu-hating speakers to indoctrinate the Canadian Muslim population!

Fire your advisors, and next time you want to stand with the Muslim community for Eid Mubarak, speak to @Raheelraza or @Imamofpeace, who are proud Muslims that stand for Canadian values, and don’t peddle divisiveness.

Shame on you @MarkJCarney

Canadians should be disgusted and appalled.”

Rupa Subramanya, an Indian-origin journalist, publicly condemned Carney’s remarks, stating on social media that “Islamic values are not Canadian values,” a sentiment echoed by many on platforms like X (formerly Twitter), where Carney faced significant backlash. Critics argue that Canada’s foundational values are rooted in pluralism, democracy, and respect for human rights, principles that extremist Islamist ideologies fundamentally oppose.

Several Canadian politicians have weighed in on the controversy. Some opposition members have called for greater scrutiny of organizations like MAC and for the government to reconsider engagements that may inadvertently legitimize extremist-linked groups. Jewish advocacy organizations, including B’nai Brith Canada and the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA), have urged the government to clearly distinguish between moderate Muslim communities and those influenced by extremist ideologies.

The Muslim Association of Canada serves over 200,000 Muslims nationwide through mosques, community centers, and schools, positioning itself as a major player in Canadian Muslim life. MAC’s chairman, Murad Mhiri, highlighted the organization’s commitment to community service and condemned Islamophobia during the Eid event. Yet, the shadow of the Muslim Brotherhood’s influence raises questions about the true nature of MAC’s mission and its impact on Canadian society.

This controversy unfolds amid a broader context of rising antisemitism and extremist threats in Canada, particularly linked to tensions surrounding the Israel-Hamas conflict. Jewish Canadians remain vigilant against attempts to spread hatred and undermine Canada’s multicultural fabric.

Prime Minister Carney’s speech, while intended as a gesture of inclusion and unity, inadvertently spotlighted the complex challenges Canada faces in balancing outreach with security and ideological integrity. The Jewish-Canadian community calls on the government to exercise greater caution and to unequivocally oppose any form of extremism that threatens the values Canada holds dear.

This article is based on verified information from reputable sources, including the official video and transcript of Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Eid al-Adha speech hosted by the Muslim Association of Canada, media coverage by The Times of India, CTV News, Juno News, and CityNews Toronto, as well as social media commentary and public responses documented on X (formerly Twitter).