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Day 2 of our 3-day peaceful gathering in Ottawa. Another day of families standing together, refusing to let their voices go unheard. Behind every immigration file is a human being. Parents who fled repression, built lives in Canada, and contributed to their communities are now facing uncertainty—not only for themselves, but for their children, who had no part in their parents’ compulsory service. These families are not asking Canada to weaken national security or turn a blind eye to the IRGC. They are asking for a fair process that distinguishes forced conscription from voluntary membership and assesses people based on their individual circumstances. Silence and uncertainty are not answers. We continue to call on IRCC and CBSA senior decision-makers to meet with affected families, clarify the screening criteria, and address the consequences of these cases. One day remains. We will keep showing up until these families are heard. Conscription ≠ IRGC membership. Fairness must include the innocent. @MarkJCarney @gary_srp @LenaMetlegeDiab @pfragiskatos @jacquesramsaypl @AHousefather @AliEhsassi @SameerZuberi @MichelleRempel @PierrePoilievre @MelissaLantsman @CostasMenegakis @vincentneilho @shuvmajumdar @JulieDzerowicz @amansodhilib @NatilienJ @FrankCaputoKTN @SimaAcan #ConscriptsAreNotMember #JusticeForIranianConscripts

Thank you, @BradRedekopp for speaking out on this important issue. The distinction between ordinary Iranians compelled to serve under an authoritarian regime and genuine IRGC members who aligned with and supported the organization is essential. At a time when IRGC supporters are openly active in our communities, we must not allow inflated numbers achieved by targeting former conscripts to create a false impression of progress in combating terrorism. Transparent screening criteria are essential to both fairness and national security. They reassure innocent families that Canada remains committed to human rights while helping ensure genuine threats are identified, and those responsible are not overlooked. Special thanks to @CPC_HQ for openly supporting this cause and calling for accountability. Real accountability means identifying the perpetrators—not counting the victims. @MarkJCarney @gary_srp @LenaMetlegeDiab @pfragiskatos @jacquesramsaypl @AHousefather @AliEhsassi @SameerZuberi @MichelleRempel @PierrePoilievre @MelissaLantsman @CostasMenegakis @vincentneilho @shuvmajumdar @JulieDzerowicz @amansodhilib @NatilienJ @FrankCaputoKTN @SimaAcan #ConscriptsAreNotMember #JusticeForIranianConscripts