

Reverse Bill 21 in Quebec and restore religious freedom for Sikhs


Reverse Bill 21 in Quebec and restore religious freedom for Sikhs
The Issue
Bill 21 passed by the government in Quebec, has imposed severe restrictions on public employees' rights to express their religious beliefs. This legislation particularly affects visible minorities, including Sikhs, Muslims, and Jews, who wear symbols of their faith such as turbans, hijabs, and kippahs.
The enforcement of Bill 21 has not only limited individual freedom but has also harmed communities by forcing individuals to choose between their careers and their faith. Teachers, police officers, and other public sector workers have faced unfair choices and discrimination, challenging Quebec’s and Canada’s long standing commitment to multiculturalism.
The right to express one's religion is a right protected by Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Bill 21 stands in opposition to these rights and sets a dangerous precedent for religious expression in Canada.
It is crucial that we reverse Bill 21 in Quebec to reaffirm our commitment to protecting and respecting the rights and freedoms of all Canadians, regardless of their religious beliefs. To do this, we need a united effort from Canadians across the country to stand against this unjust bill. Lawmakers must be urged to understand the detrimental impact of this legislation on religious communities.
We call on the provincial government of Quebec to repeal Bill 21 and restore the rights of all individuals to freely express their religious beliefs in public life. Please sign this petition to support religious freedom and diversity in Quebec.

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The Issue
Bill 21 passed by the government in Quebec, has imposed severe restrictions on public employees' rights to express their religious beliefs. This legislation particularly affects visible minorities, including Sikhs, Muslims, and Jews, who wear symbols of their faith such as turbans, hijabs, and kippahs.
The enforcement of Bill 21 has not only limited individual freedom but has also harmed communities by forcing individuals to choose between their careers and their faith. Teachers, police officers, and other public sector workers have faced unfair choices and discrimination, challenging Quebec’s and Canada’s long standing commitment to multiculturalism.
The right to express one's religion is a right protected by Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Bill 21 stands in opposition to these rights and sets a dangerous precedent for religious expression in Canada.
It is crucial that we reverse Bill 21 in Quebec to reaffirm our commitment to protecting and respecting the rights and freedoms of all Canadians, regardless of their religious beliefs. To do this, we need a united effort from Canadians across the country to stand against this unjust bill. Lawmakers must be urged to understand the detrimental impact of this legislation on religious communities.
We call on the provincial government of Quebec to repeal Bill 21 and restore the rights of all individuals to freely express their religious beliefs in public life. Please sign this petition to support religious freedom and diversity in Quebec.

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Petition created on June 11, 2026