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Hindu Canadian Foundation (HCF) formally recognized the MP @AHousefather 's leadership in proposing an amendment to Bill C‑9, ensuring that the sacred Hindu symbol “Swastika” is not misrepresented or conflated with the Nazi hate symbol, Hakenkreuz. This clarification is vital for protecting Hindu heritage, preventing cultural misinterpretation, and upholding the dignity of a symbol that has been revered for thousands of years.

Hindu Canadians Celebrate Landmark Victory in Parliament: Swastika Removed from Bill C-9 as a reference to Hate Symbol

In a landmark move for Canadian media, the Toronto Star has officially revised its article to correctly identify the Nazi emblem as the Hakenkreuz, not the sacred Swastika—a correction hailed by advocacy groups as a historic step toward responsible journalism and cultural respect.

It is deeply concerning to see the sacred Hindu symbol “Swastika” mischaracterized. The Swastika, revered by approximately 1.5 billion Hindus worldwide including over 1.5 million in Canada, is a symbol of peace and well-being with thousands of years of cultural significance. Jewish organizations, including @bnaibrithcanada , have clearly differentiated the Swastika from the hate symbol “Hakenkreuz,” often referred to as the Nazi emblem. Groups such as Hindu Canadian Foundatio

The Hindu Canadian Foundation (HCF), in collaboration with Jewish advocacy organization B’nai Brith Canada, has achieved a critical milestone in the ongoing effort to educate and inform the public about the accurate distinction between the sacred Swastika and the Nazi-associated Hakenkreuz symbol.