Aya Al-Shalchi

I am a Canadian/Iraqi/Libyan/Muslim/Feminist. Public Appointments for @JustinTrudeau. @MountAllison & @BalsillieSIA alumna.

[Aya Al-Shalchi @AyaAlShalchi]

B4 I joined politics, I read about an Arab & Muslim MP, I felt so proud. I never imagined that this MP will one day become my mentor and my friend. You have taught me how to do this job with compassion & opened doors for a young ambitious me. I can't imagine politics without you

[Omar Alghabra @OmarAlghabra]

I have news to share: after a lot of reflection, I decided to not run in the next election. As a result I will be stepping aside from cabinet. I was first elected in 2006 and have had the journey of a lifetime. I’m grateful for every minute of it

[Maaz Yasin @MaazIYasin]

No. Just because Muslims graciously welcome politicians of all stripes into their mosques, doesn’t mean they will forget when Pierre and his Conservatives:

❌ Voted against a motion on Islamophobia

❌ Held meetings with far-right extremists

❌ Demonized niqab-wearing women

[Peter MacLeod @petermacleod]

I’ve been fortunate to work periodically with @AmiraElghawaby over the past few years. Her integrity, intellect and sincerity is first rate. We owe her the opportunity to help 🇨🇦 find a way forward.

And the party of the charter owes her a full-throated defence.

[Ahmar Khan @AhmarSKhan]

The grace of Amira Elghawaby is something to behold.

[Mohamad Fakih, C.M. @mohamadfakih8]

I know @AmiraElghawaby . She's an accomplished friend who is easy to respect and admire. The perfect person to be appointed as Special Representative to combat Islamophobia #canpoli

[NCCM @nccm]

1/11. Last night, the CCIQ mosque in #QuebecCity hosted a vigil for the first time inside the space where the January 29th, 2017 Islamophobic shooting took place.

[Nate Erskine-Smith @NateForOntario]

Surely we should all be more concerned about the Quebec law that targets Muslim civil servants than an op-ed criticizing that discriminatory law back in 2019.

[Sameer Zuberi 🇨🇦 @SameerZuberi]

Aujourd'hui, le Canada a nommé sa première représentante spéciale pour la lutte contre l'islamophobie.

@AmiraElghawaby apporte une expertise, une expérience et une passion considérables à ce portefeuille.
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[Omar Alghabra @OmarAlghabra]

Canada announced the appointment of the first ever Special Representative on Combating Islamophobia. @AmiraElghawaby brings expertise and passion to this important role, the 1st of its kind in the world, and will inform our policies in building a more just and inclusive society.

[AmnestyCanada @AmnestyNow]

The Appointment of Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia Amira Elghawaby is a Turning Point in the Fight Against Islamophobia

Congratulations to @AmiraElghawaby
Wishing her strength & success as she takes on this challenging mandate
https://t.co/XqK5fhTKhu

#cdnpoli

[Aya Al-Shalchi @AyaAlShalchi]

🙏🙏🙏🙏

[Amira Elghawaby @AmiraElghawaby]

Thank you to Minister @HonAhmedHussen, his team, and the Government of Canada for making this position a reality, as a way to foster greater diversity and inclusion across the country. 1/ 6

[Muslim Association of Canada (MAC) @MACNational]

Thank you @HonAhmedHussen for your leadership in establishing the Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia and for your announcement today on the appointment of @AmiraElghawaby as Canada's inaugural representative. She is a credible voice in our community!

[Ahmed Hussen @HonAhmedHussen]

An important day today for Canada.

I am pleased to announce the appointment of the Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia, Amira Elghawaby.

https://t.co/hUO2xPI7Sw

[Aya Al-Shalchi @AyaAlShalchi]

Such an important day. Special thanks to @LolaDandy, @eshaa_k and @HonAhmedHussen and team for making this happen.

[Prime Minister of Canada @CanadianPM]

Islamophobia, discrimination, and hate have no place in this country. To help build a safer and more inclusive Canada, Prime Minister Trudeau announced the appointment of Amira Elghawaby as Canada’s first Special Representative on Combatting Islamophobia. https://t.co/zE164jVXM3

[Aya Al-Shalchi @AyaAlShalchi]

Thank you for the amazing words @Greg_Galligan

[Gregory Galligan 🇨🇦 @Greg_Galligan]

Congratulations #Iraq!! The energy tonight is crazy. The cheering hasn’t stopped and the fireworks (and gunfire) will continue all night. Iraq, please qualify for #WorldCup2026, so we can host you in Canada. The world to needs to experience Iraq’s amazing fans! #GulfCup 🇮🇶 🇨🇦

[Omar Alghabra @OmarAlghabra]

Canadians are patient when it comes to weather disruptions but they rightly expect their airlines to keep them informed and to manage these disruptions smoothly. I am very concerned with the current situation with Sunwing Airlines.

[Aya Al-Shalchi @AyaAlShalchi]

Another awesome Christmas tradition!

[Omar Alghabra @OmarAlghabra]

🎅🎄Santa, it’s time. Will my mission to authorize Santa in the Canadian airspace be successful? Watch to find out!

[Aya Al-Shalchi @AyaAlShalchi]

@eshaa_k I loved watching each player make a dua as they enter the field. Something you don't see often.

[Aya Al-Shalchi @AyaAlShalchi]

@eshaa_k Soooo proud!!!

[Shakira @shakira]

This time for Africa!! 👏🇲🇦 #WorldCup