Secularism Media Scan

This webpage offers a database of English-language news stories about secularism, beginning in January 2023. Users can search by date, country of origin, or topic. Top stories are featured at the top of the page.

February 19, 2023

Justin Trudeau’s MPs are fighting over a language law. They should get their facts straight

The Toronto Star explores a contentious issue faced by Members of Parliament under Justin Trudeau's leadership. The article emphasizes the importance of accurate information during political discussions and suggests that ample time should be allocated to ensure that all facts and figures are correct before participating in the discourse.

By Toronto Star

24 April 2023

Civil liberties group says Quebec schools can legally allow students to pray

According to the Montreal Gazette, a civil liberties group has stated that Quebec schools have the legal right to permit students to pray. This comes after a recent incident where a school in the province was criticized for allowing Muslim students to pray during school hours. The group argues that schools have the responsibility to accommodate students' religious beliefs and practices, as long as they do not disrupt the learning environment.

Montreal Gazette

13 June 2023

Why the abaya is at the centre of France's latest secularism row

The abaya, an Islamic clothing worn by Muslim women and girls, is now being debated in France as to whether it is or is not religious clothing. This debate is tied to France’s secularism laws which would prevent the abaya from being worn in specific public spaces and schools if it falls under the category of a religious symbol. France’s state secularism continues to center debates on women’s clothing.

By The Local

9 January 2024

France's Emmanuel Macron buffeted from all sides in row over secularism

French President Emmanuel Macron received criticism after participating in a Jewish ceremony at the Elysée Palace in Paris. President Macron invited Chief Rabbi Haïm Korsia to light the first of eight candles on a Hanukkiah to commence the Jewish Festival of Lights. The celebration occurred at the residence of the President in order to present an award to him for his contributions and efforts against antisemitism. However, some French politicians and citizens condemned the celebration due to the sacred relationship of separating religion and state. By holding a religious ceremony at the presidential palace in France, tensions have risen over the importance of the country's secular traditions.

By BBC

4 February 2024

IUML leader says Ayodhya temple, mosque ‘would strengthen secularism’, faces flak

The Chief of the Kerala unit of the Indian Union Muslim League (IUML) recently made a statement claiming that the recently inaugurated Ram Temple in Ayodhya and a proposed mosque in the same city would strengthen India's secularism. The statement has received significant criticism, mainly due to the Indian Union Muslim League's reputation as a vocal supporter of secularism and its principles. This has also sparked debates among politicians and religious groups, with varied opinions on the statement's impact on Indian secularism.

By Hindustan Times

1 March 2024

Minority groups worry Bill 21 ruling will lead to more discrimination in Quebec

The court of appeal in Quebec has recently upheld Bill 21, the secularism law that prohibits public sector workers who hold positions of authority from wearing religious symbols while on the job. This verdict has caused anxiety among minority groups, mainly the Muslim and Sikh communities in Quebec. There are concerns that this decision will lead to further discrimination and that the court may have failed to acknowledge the importance of equality, intersectionality, and minority rights. The English Montreal School Board may bring up the issues surrounding Bill 21 and its potential impact on minority groups to the Supreme Court of Canada.

By Global News

1 April 2024

Asaduddin Owaisi reacts to Supreme Court refusing to stop Hindu prayers in Gyanvapi mosque: ‘Constrained to remind…’

The recent Supreme Court ruling in India upheld the decision to allow Hindu prayers in the southern cellar of the Gyanvapi mosque. The Places of Worship Act mandates upholding secularism as per the Indian constitution. However, the ruling has led to increased tensions between India's Muslim and Hindu communities, with continuing debates on religious practices. This article highlights the ongoing tension between the two communities and emphasizes the need for sensitive approaches to religious practices and beliefs while upholding constitutional mandates of secularism. As India strives to maintain its secular identity, it must find ways to bridge divides and promote inclusivity while respecting the diverse cultural and religious practices of its people.

By Hindustan Times

3 May 2024

Quebec asks France for tips on applying secularism laws in education system

The Quebec government is seeking advice from the French government on applying secularism laws in the education system. Education Minister Jean-François Roberge has requested a meeting with the French Minister of the Interior, Gérald Darmanin, to learn from France's "best practices" in applying its stricter secularism law. This request comes after the Coalition Avenir Québec government adopted Bill 52, which renews the use of the notwithstanding clause to shield Bill 21 from court challenges for another five years. Many are concerned about the Quebec government's move to adopt the French government's strategy towards adopting and influencing secular values.

By Montreal Gazette

11 January 2025

The turbulent history of the French left's divisions over Islam and secularism since 'Charlie Hebdo' attack

The article highlights divisions in France over the discourses related to Islam and secularism since the Charlie Hebdo attack, noting a rift between the Socialist Party and Jean-Luc Mélenchon’s left. It mentions Mélenchon’s eulogy for Charb, emphasizing secular values, following a Republican march in solidarity with Charlie Hebdo.

By Le Monde

19 February 2025

France's Senate backs bill to ban Muslim headscarf in sport competitions

This article states that the French Senate voted 210 to 81 on Tuesday to ban the wearing of signs or attire indicating political or religious affiliations in competitions organized by French sports federations. The bill, which requires approval from the National Assembly to become law, is endorsed by the French government and also prohibits clothing that contradicts French secularism in swimming pools. Junior interior minister Francois-Noel Buffet described the legislation as a measure against separatism.

By France 24

4 March 2025

Bill 21: Federal government to intervene on secularism law at Supreme Court

This article explains the political and social tensions between Quebec and Canada in light of the contestation of Bill 21. The federal government plans to intervene in the Supreme Court of Canada's leave to appeal Quebec's secular law. The federal government has asserted its vested interest in the case. Justice Canada has filed a notice on behalf of the Attorney General to highlight the government's distinct interest as an intervenor.

By City News

05 June 2024

Tajikistan set to outlaw Islamic hijab after years of unofficial ban

In 2024, Tajikistan plans to implement a ban on the Islamic hijab, following an unofficial ban in previous years. The Tajik parliament will also prohibit traditions and celebrations that are in opposition to Tajik culture. This decision has stirred debate within the country and internationally, raising concerns about religious freedom and cultural expression.

By Asia Plus

04 July 2024

Hijab Banned In This Country, Will This Vanish The Islamic Tradition?

Tajikistan's President Emomali Rahmon has introduced initiatives aimed at promoting the preservation of Tajiki culture while also addressing public expressions of religiosity, which includes implementing regulations regarding the wearing of headscarves. These efforts are perceived as part of Rahmon's endeavors to uphold the principles of a secular state. Analysts suggest that these initiatives may be a response to the increasing religious observance in Tajikistan, as indicated by the rising number of individuals attending mosques, engaging in Islamic study groups, and adopting Islamic attire.

By News X

02 August 2024

Olympics-Hijab Compromise Fails to Quell France's Discrimination Debate

The debate over displaying religious symbols at the Paris Olympic Games has sparked discussion. It revolves around Sylla, a 26-year-old Olympic athlete who wore a navy blue baseball cap to comply with French laws prohibiting the Islamic headscarf. This decision has generated various opinions, with some seeing it as a form of discrimination against Muslims, while others see it as an effort to uphold the authorities' stance and secular values. The perspectives of human rights advocates and a French lawyer shed light on the ongoing conversation about religious freedom in France despite the secular law.

By U.S News

03 September 2024

Kyrgyzstan Proposes Amendment to Laws Regulating Religious Sphere

In 2023, the State Commission on Religious Affairs in Kyrgyzstan proposed amendments to tighten control over the religious sphere. This move comes in response to growing concerns about the potential influence of religious organizations on political activities. The amendments aim to ban the formation of political parties based on religion and prohibit political organizations from engaging in spiritual activities. This decision was made to maintain the separation of religion and politics and to ensure that the country's political landscape remains secular.

By The Times of Central Asia

06 November 2024

£900 fines for wearing a burqa will be introduced in Switzerland next year, the country announces

Switzerland is poised to enact a nationwide prohibition on the burqa, effective January 1, 2025, which will impose fines of up to £900 on individuals found in contravention of this regulation. This legislation, commonly designated as the "burqa ban," will be applicable across all Swiss cantons, building upon prior implementations in the regions of St. Gallen and Ticino that were established through local referenda. The national ban was narrowly ratified in a 2021 referendum and has garnered significant criticism from various Muslim organizations. It was introduced by the Swiss People's Party, which has advocated for this contentious measure, highlighting the ongoing debates surrounding cultural integration and religious expression within Swiss society.

By Daily Mail

06 December 2024

Quebec promises new legislation to strengthen secularism in schools, may ban prayer in public spaces

Premier François Legault is poised to introduce new legislation in Quebec focused on reinforcing secularism within educational institutions. On the final day of the parliamentary session, he articulated his commitment to defending Quebec values, explicitly addressing what he termed "Islamists" in a press conference. Legault underscored the significance of fundamental values in Quebec, such as secularism and gender equality, asserting that he intends to advocate for these principles vigorously. Furthermore, he suggested the potential application of the notwithstanding clause to prohibit prayers in public areas, including parks. Although the precise timeline for introducing this legislation has not been specified, the initiative seeks to fortify secular values within the province's educational system and regulate the expression of religious practices in public spaces.

By CityNews

08 October 2024

‘It’s common knowledge teachers lie about their faith’: Is religion a barrier to getting a job as a primary teacher?

In Ireland, numerous teachers are contending the impact of religious beliefs on the hiring process in primary schools. This scenario brings to the forefront the challenges teachers face within the education system, with a specific focus on concerns regarding potential discrimination based on religion. The article underscores the intricacies of navigating religious beliefs when pursuing employment as a primary school teacher.

By The Irish Times

10 June 2025

Parents, Teachers and Students - Beware: The Education Minister Has Declared a War on Secular Israelis

The Israeli Education Minister has allocated shekels to Orthodox educational schools without proper supervision creating further tensions among secular Israelis. The Minister has provided shekels with increased control over students, impacting secular students ability to thrive in schools.

By Haaretz

2 July 2025

Quebec report on Dawson and Vanier tensions merits broad support

The recent controversy over Bill 21 and religious neutrality has arisen in Quebec colleges. The Quebec Ministry of Higher Education conducted a report on the growing tensions among Muslim and Jewish student groups as well as the need for stronger mandates on religious neutrality. The call to end prayer rooms factored as part of the report in order to promote coexistence and religious neutrality.

By The Suburban

24 October 2025

Quebec ban on religious symbols in daycares makes ‘them feel they no longer belong’: critics

The Quebec government's plan to pass Bill 94 is raising concerns among daycare workers. The Executive Director of the Quebec Association of Early Childhood Centers has expressed that the link between wearing religious symbols and their potential impact on children in daycare is not well understood. There are growing worries about the possibility of low-quality early childhood services as a result of Bill 94.

By CTV News

03 November 2025

Quebec tightens secularism laws; bans face coverings and religious symbols for all educational staff

Quebec's secular laws are strengthening. The province has expanded its secular policies by adopting Bill 94, An Act to reinforce laicity in the education network, on October 30. This law bans face coverings and religious symbols for all educational staff. It also ends accommodation for religious holidays for students and school staff in all public schools across the province.

By The Canadian Jewish News

02 December 2025

United Nations called on to investigate CAQ's Quebec constitution plan

The United Nations has been asked to investigate the Legault government's proposed Quebec constitution, Bill 1, and the Quebec Constitution Act, 2025. Constitutional lawyers are arguing that it will infringe on the fundamental rights of Quebec citizens. The proposed constitution of the Coalition Avenir Québec has become an emergency issue at the UN.

By Montreal Gazette

15 January 2026

French parliamentary committee blocks bill banning headscarves for minors

A French parliamentary committee has rejected a bill proposed by the conservative Republican Party that aimed to ban minors from wearing headscarves in public. The debate on the bill took place in the National Assembly on January 22. Supporters of the bill argue that it highlights issues of gender inequality, with some advocating for a partial ban that would specifically apply to girls under the age of 15.

By Anadolu Ajansi

03 February 2026

Despite pushback, Quebec minister 'confident' government will adopt new secularism bill

Quebec minister Drainville is consultating on the province's new secularism bill 9 at the National Assembly. The new secularism bill strengthens secularism in the education system and public services.

By CBC News

07 March 2026

Bill 94: School volunteers speak out against Quebec after filling ‘gaps that you created’

Parents and volunteers throughout Montreal are criticizing Quebec's Bill 94. They argue that expanding secular laws into the education system will put significant strain on students and school staff. Many have expressed concerns about potential exclusion in both English and French school boards.

By Montreal City News

11 June 2026

CAQ's controversial Quebec constitution bill dies as parliamentary session ends

The Coalition Avenir Quebec government's Bill 1 will not be passed before the end of the parliamentary session due to time constraints. This bill, introduced by former Quebec Premier François Legault, aims to protect the province's common values of secularism and neutrality. However, it has faced opposition from various First Nations leaders, opposition parties, legal experts, and civil liberties groups.

By CBC News

20 July 2026

French court suspends local beach burkini ban after rights group challenge

A French court has suspended a municipal order banning burkini coverall swimwear on public beaches in the town near Cannes. The court based the suspension on its finding that the ban violated fundamental freedoms. This decision favoured the Human Rights League, which argued that the burkini ban unfairly targeted Muslim women.

By Anadolu Ajansi

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3 Juin 2023

L’intensité Drainville

La position de Bernard Drainville à titre de ministre de l’Éducation du Québec fait l’objet d’un débat entre les politiciens et les enseignants après le lancement de la réforme du projet loi 23. Malgré l’entrée en fonction de Drainville en 2022, les syndicats d’enseignants exigent maintenant la reconnaissance de l’éducation et leur position. Le projet de loi 23 accroît les pouvoirs du ministre et apporte des changements importants à la gouvernance des écoles sans l’apport des enseignants, créant ainsi un nouveau débat au sein du système d’éducation québécois.

Le Devoir

5 Janvier 2024

Fin des « imams détachés » : le défi de la formation des imams en France

En France, la mise en place de nouveaux imams formés et envoyés par d’autres pays et de leur financement de leur formation à organiser depuis le 1er janvier 2024. Ceux déja dans le pays vont perdre leur statut selong le ministre de l’Intérieur Gérald Darmanin. La théologie médiévale de l'islam, qui n'est pas en accord avec la laïcité, est influencée par les représentants du culte musulman. La France ne peut pas continuer à supporter les frais financiers pour les associations qui gèrent les lieux de culte, y compris les mosquées, en vertu de la loi de la laïcité.

Ouest-France

6 Février 2024

Établissements privés : Amélie Oudéa-Castéra annonce un groupe de travail sur l'application du principe de laïcité

En France, la ministre de l'éducation, Amélie Oudéa-Castéra, a révélé la mise en place d'un nouveau groupe de travail pour traiter de l'application du principe de laïcité dans les établissements privés. Suite à un bilan des atteintes à la laïcité, elle a pris la décision de réagir face à des phénomènes exceptionnels tels que l'interdiction de l'abaya et le qamis. Pour assurer l'application complète et effective du principe de laïcité, l'initiative cible la présidente du Conseil des Sages de la laïcité, Dominique Schnapper.

Sud Ouest

6 Mars 2024

La laïcité divise

Plusieurs groupes minoritaires continuent de contester la loi 21 et les principes de la laïcité au Québec. La question de savoir si la laïcité est prévue comme un moyen d'unir ou de séparer les citoyens du Québec est toujours débattue 20 ans plus tard. Selon l'auteur, l'interdiction des signes religieux au travail et dans des postes d'autorité empêche les citoyens de propager leurs convictions religieuses, politiques et philosophiques dans leur fonction publique.

Le Devoir

7 Avril 2024

Les sikhs de Belgique ont introduit une demande de reconnaissance de leur religion par l’État

La communauté sikh de Belgique essaye depuis septembre 2023 pour demander reconnaissance de leur religion par l'État. Le mouvement a été organiser par vingt mille sikhs qui veulent obtenir reconnaissance directement par l'État. En Belgique, la religion sikhe n'a quand meme pas été recconnu malgré six autres cultes reconnus. Le progrès des religions comme le catholicism and l'islam donne les sikhs de l'espoir pour avoir meilleure reconnaissance par l'État Belgique.

La Libre

3 Mai 2024

Loi sur la laïcité : des enseignants de l’Outaouais en rogne contre le syndicat

Les enseignants de l’Outaouais protestent et s’opposent à leur syndicat, la Fédération autonome d’éducation (FAE), pour sa décision de contester le projet de loi 21, la loi laïque au Québec. Il y a une résistance organisée parmi les enseignants de l’Outaouais contre l’intention de leur syndicat de contester la validité de la Loi sur la laïcité d’État devant la Cour suprême du Québec. Les enseignants sont critiques, citant le "déficit démocratique" et accusant l’union d'"imposer sa volonté sans consentement."

Le Driot

2 Janvier 2025

L’explosif sujet de la laïcité

Cet article examine le débat sur les espaces de prière publiques liés aux violations prétendument présumées de la Loi sur la laïcité et de la Loi sur l'éducation par l'école primaire Bedford. Le gouvernement enquête 17 écoles québécoises pour des violations prétendument concernant la laïcité et la qualité de l'éducation. Le premier ministre François Legault a soulevé des préoccupations au sujet des influences religieuses dans les écoles et a proposé d'interdire les prières publiques, ce qui a été critiqué comme étant une mesure inefficace pour faire face à tels défis éducatifs.

Le Devoir

16 Mars 2025

Laïcité : interdire les signes religieux ne viole pas le droit des élèves, juge la CEDH

La décision de la Cour européenne des droits de l'homme (CEDH) en Belgique est que l'interdiction des signes religieux ne porte pas atteinte aux droits des élèves en France. Selon la décision de la Cour, il serait envisageable d'empêcher les Belges musulmanes de porter le voile dans les écoles pour respecter la Loi sur la laïcité. Les citoyens musulmans et français débattent de cette décision en tant que forme de stigmatisation.

La Croix

09 Juin 2024

Laïcité : Et si l’Afrique montrait la voie

Le modèle français de laïcité et son évolution différent significativement aux pays africains. La co-construction d’une société pluraliste et solidaire implique que les pays africains intègrent la religion et l’islam ensemble. Les pays africains encouragent une société plus solidaire selon l’auteur et proposent une approche équilibrée de la laïcité qui pourrait être une méthode adoptée par d’autres pays comme la France.

La Croix

06 Août 2024

Au Sénégal, le premier ministre Ousmane Sonko relance le débat sur le foulard islamique en milieu scolaire

Le Premier ministre Ousmane Sonko a critiqué le port du voile pour ne pas s’aligner sur les valeurs laïques du Sénégal et son impact sur la société sénégalaise. Tout en reconnaissant les meilleurs élèves du Sénégal, il a déclenché un débat en abordant le port du foulard islamique dans les écoles francophones. Sa réponse à la question d’un élève voilé sur les défis auxquels font face les élèves pour s’adapter au programme scolaire traditionnel a souligné l’importance de l’inclusivité. Cette controverse représente les caractéristiques distinctes de la laïcité sénégalaise telles qu’elles sont décrites dans la constitution, qui présente une perméabilité notable entre le domaine politique et religieux

Le Monde

08 Septembre 2024

À la découverte du patrimoine religieux

L’équipe d’animation pastorale (EAP) de la paroisse Saint-Maur de la source vive a concocté une journée de détente et de prière pour les particuliers afin de découvrir le patrimoine religieux des églises de Dun-sur-Meuse et du Mont-devant-Sassey. La manifestation vise à offrir un environnement paisible et réfléchi aux participants pour explorer l’importance historique et architecturale de ces églises, offrant une occasion unique de se connecter avec le patrimoine religieux de la région.

L'Est Republicain

11 Novembre 2024

Libye : le ministre Trabelsi réfléchit à l’obligation du port du voile pour consolider son consensus

Imad Trabelsi, le ministre de l’Intérieur du gouvernement d’unité nationale libyen à Tripoli, a annoncé son intention de rétablir la "police morale", ce qui soulève des discussions importantes sur l’intersection entre religion et laïcité dans le pays. Ses mesures proposées comprennent l’encouragement des femmes à porter le hijab et la réglementation des interactions sociales entre les hommes et les femmes, reflétant une poussée vers les normes islamiques dans la vie publique. Cette initiative soulève des préoccupations quant à l’érosion potentielle des valeurs et libertés laïques en Libye, suggérant une évolution vers un modèle de gouvernance plus islamique.

Nova News

06 Décembre 2024

Drainville déposera un projet de loi sur la laïcité dans les écoles

Le ministre de l’Éducation, Bernard Drainville, a annoncé vendredi qu’il compte déposer un projet de loi visant à renforcer la laïcité dans les écoles du Québec. Cette initiative vient alors que les parlementaires se préparent pour leur congé des fêtes. Drainville a souligné l’importance des écoles publiques comme milieu laïque où les élèves peuvent apprendre et socialiser sans être soumis à la pression de leurs croyances religieuses. La proposition souligne l’engagement à maintenir le caractère laïque du système d’éducation au Québec.

Le Soleil

07 Juin 2025

Un collège de Nice décale l’oral du brevet pour l’Aïd, le Rassemblement national crie à "un recul grave de la laïcité"

Un collège de Nice a décidé de décaler l'épreuve orale du brevet pour l'Aïd. La controverse a commencé lorsque plusieurs personnes ont exprimé leur mécontentement face au fait que le collège ne respecte pas la loi sur la laïcité à l'école.

Nice Matin

07 Juillet 2025

Une étude importante absente du rapport d’enquête

Le gouvernement du Québec se penche sur les mesures prises par les collèges Vanier et Dawson. Une demande a été publié pour analyser les pratiques d'accommodements religieux dans les établissements d'enseignment supérieur. Le rapport d'enquête sur les collèges n'en fait aucune mention sur la question des locaux de prière.

La Presse

18 Août 2025

On ne doit pas avoir de complaisance » : le port du burkini va être interdit à la piscine de Dieulefit

La piscine municipale de Dieulefit a décidé l'introduire une interdiction sur le port du burkini pour renforcer le respect de la laïcité. L'interdiction a été introduit aprés un usager de la piscine municipale de Dieulefit a partagé des photos avec plusieurs femmes portant le burkini.

La Dauphine

01 Septembre 2025

Prières en public : « Il est où, le problème? »

Le gouvernement Legault envisage l'interdiction de prier en public comme un moyen d'affirmer la laïcité. Les protestataires ont prié devant le campement installé sur le campus de l'Université McGill en 2024. D'après le gouvernement, interdire la prière renforcera les valeurs d'un État démocratique et les valeurs laïques.

Radio Canada

03 Février 2026

Levée de boucliers dans le réseau collégial contre le projet de loi sur la laïcité de la CAQ

Plus de 300 enseignants de divers cégeps anglophones rejettent la loi 9 pour avoir des effets discriminatoires. La loi 9 sur le renforcement de la laïcité au Québec étend l'interdiction pour le personnel et les beneficiares d'un service de se presenter à visage couvert dans les garderies subventionnées, les cégeps et les universités.

Le Devoir

02 avril 2026

Fin des prières de rue et des signes religieux dans les CPE: «Plus fort que la loi 21!», selon le ministre Roberge

Jean-François Roberge estime que le renforcement de la laïcité à l'espace public va supporter les principes de la loi 21. Le nouvel renforcement interdit toutes pratiques religieuses collectives dans la rue et le port de signes religieux aux éducateurs des garderies et aux employés des écoles privées.

Le Journal du Québec

05 mai 2026

Malgré la loi sur la laïcité, ce groupuscule a trouvé le moyen d’installer une nouvelle croix géant

Sur la Côte d’Azur, le collectif « Ainsi soit-il le 06 » installe des croix géantes pour marquer le territoire de symboles chrétiens à travers toute la France. Depuis plusieurs mois, les signes religieux se multiplient dans les sommets des reliefs malgré l’influence de la laïcité.

HuffPost

03 Juillet 2026

Pour lutter contre les dérives sectaires, la Conférence des religieux et religieuses de France et la Miviludes signent une convention

Le vendredi 3 juillet, la Conférence des religieux et religieuses de France (Corref) et la Miviludes ont officialisé leur partenariat par le biais d'une convention pour lutter contre les dérives sectaires et pour promouvoir la laïcité.

France Info

12 Août 2026

Burkini accepté à la piscine des Marécottes, le débat va rebondir au Grand Conseil valaisan

L'acceptance du burkini à la piscine des Marécottes remet le débat sur le port des vetements religieux au centre du la controverse. Ce debat va rebondir au Grand Conseil valaisan après le site internet a indiqué que le port du burkini est permit dans sa piscine naturelle.

Le Nouvelliste

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Title	Date	Journal	Summary
Geneva court suspends ban on full-cover swimwear	24/07/2026	Le News	This article describes how the Geneva court has suspended the ban on full-cover and burkini swimwear in public pools.
Four extremist plots to attack Jewish targets disrupted in Canada, report says	23/07/2026	Global News	This article highlights the growing concern over hate motivated crimes against the Canadian Jewish community.
Geneva’s burkini ban in pools provisionally suspended	22/07/2026	Swiss Info	The Geneva courts have provisionally suspended the ban on the wear of full-body swimwear and burkinis at public swimming pools in the canton of Geneva. The Constitutional Chamber of Geneva Court of Justice granted the suspension in order to ensure equal access to swimming pools during the summertime.
CNDH Chief Calls for Protecting Religious Freedom Through Rights, Dialogue	21/07/2026	Morocco World News	This article highlights the call for protecting religious freedom and dialogue in Morocco.
Québec’s Bill 9 doesn’t just ban symbols — it bans obligations	21/07/2026	The Conversation	This article describes the debate over Bill 9's ban on the religious obligations of minority religious groups.
French court suspends local beach burkini ban after rights group challenge	20/07/2026	Anadolu Ajansi	A French court has suspended a municipal order banning burkini coverall swimwear on public beaches in the town near Cannes. The court based the suspension on its finding that the ban violated fundamental freedoms. This decision favoured the Human Rights League, which argued that the burkini ban unfairly targeted Muslim women.
The Grand Mosque of Paris, 'part of the French Republic' for 100 years	19/07/2026	RFI	This article examines the significance of the Grand Mosque in a secular country.
A ‘secular religion’: soccer game days treated as religious events by some	18/07/2026	Winnipeg Free Press	This article describes how sports are now being treated as religious events in Canadian society.
The Supreme Court’s Chief Justice has a country-shaping, career-defining judgment ahead in Bill 21. Here’s how he got there	17/07/2026	The Globe and Mail	This article describes the complexity of the Bill 21 challenge for Chief Justice Richard Wagner
As her deputy questions promise to ban headscarves, Le Pen doubles down	16/07/2026	Le Monde	This article highlights how Jordan Bardella has expressed doubts over the ban of headscarves in France.
For Macron, the legalization of aid in dying meant a long personal journey	15/07/2026	Le Monde	This article describes the religious and secular debate in the legalization of aid in dying across France.
The youth wing reviving Quebec separatism	14/07/2026	Canadian Affairs	This article discusses the growing trend among secular youth in Quebec advocating for Quebec separatism.
CAQ minister François Bonnardel to retire from politics	13/07/2026	CBC News	François Bonnardel, a member of the Coalition Avenir Québec cabinet, has chosen to withdraw from the provincial elections. This decision may impact the future of secularism and its influence.
If they catch me, it's over for me': Senegal's LGBTQ+ community lives in daily fear of repression	12/07/2026	Le Monde	This article describes the influence of religion and its impact of minorities including the LGBTQ2+ community.
Quebec's population is shifting — and not every region will grow the same way	11/07/2026	CBC News	This article highlights the changes in Quebec's religious minority population amid the increasing sentiment of secularism.
Senegal judges reject constitutional change that would reduce presidential powers	10/07/2026	AP News	This article highlights how Senegal's top judicial body rejects a constitutional amendment aimed at expanding the role of parliament's religious influence.
Canada’s Catholics await high court decision on religious liberty and Bill 21	09/07/2026	OSV News	This article highlights how Canada's catholic leaders await the Supreme Court of Canada's decision in the Bill 21 challenge.
Burkini ban ruled ‘discriminatory’ by Austrian court	08/07/2026	Brussels Signal	This article describes the tension over the wear of burkinis in public pools and on public beaches across Tunisia.
Fadlallah lauds Arab League chief, says Christian border towns committed to Lebanon	06/07/2026	Naharnet	This article shows the influence of Christianity and religious values in Lebanon.
Algerian Independence Day: A legacy of freedom, courage, and self-determination	05/07/2026	Dhaka Tribune	This article examines the influence of religion and secularism on Algerian Independence Day.
Ounahi repays faith in new role for Morocco with goals	04/07/2026	Reuters	This article discusses how religion influences sports globally, focusing on the Moroccan national soccer team.
Global tribute to martyred Leader Ayatollah Khamenei	03/07/2026	Tehran Times	This article outlines the substantial influence of Iran's religious initiatives on Algeria, highlighting the country's global acknowledgment of Ayatollah Khamenei's leadership.
Algeria counts votes in legislative poll marked by low turnout	03/07/2026	Africa News	This article discusses how voter turnout in Algeria's new parliament reached an all-time low, influenced by religious factors.
Algerians hold parliamentary elections overshadowed by candidate bans	02/07/2026	France 24	This article describes the political and religious tensions in Algeria over the parliamentary elections.
Lebanese Christians remember Br Estephan, the mountain monk	01/07/2026	Vatican News	This article highlights how Lebanese Christians commemorate Br Estephan, the mountain monk in a religious public celebration.
Winnipeggers rally to denounce killings of civilians, including Orthodox Christians, in Ethiopia conflict	30/06/2026	CBC News	This article highlights how Winnipeggers rally denounce the killing of Orthodox Christians in Ethiopia.
Pope appeals to Catholic traditionalists to avoid schism	30/06/2026	France 24	This article explains how Pope Leo XIV issued a final plea to Catholic tradionalists to ordiain new bishops without Vatican approval.
French Parliament Votes Down Conscience Clause in Euthanasia Bil	29/06/2026	The European Conservative	This article highlights the challenges of the conscience clause euthanasia bill in lgiht of secular influence and freedom of religion.
Unsolved circumcision case casts a shadow over religious freedom in Belgium	28/06/2026	The Brussels Times	This article discusses the debate over religious freedom in Belgium. The European Jewish Association is contesting the ongoing legal case against Jewish practitioners of religious circumcision. They argue that their religious freedom and minority rights are being adversely affected.
At the 2026 World Cup, Iraqi Shias reconcile celebration with grief during holy month	27/06/2026	CBC News	This article discusses how Muslims organized a march in Toronto and Montreal to honor their religious leaders, despite the increasing sentiment of secularism in Quebec.
Regina mosque's weekly call to prayer on hold after backlash	26/06/2026	CBC News	The Regina City Jamia Mosque has obtained a permit to broadcast a three-minute call to prayer once a week. This decision has sparked a political debate regarding religious freedom and secularism. The Muslim community in Regina has reported receiving online threats, highlighting the need for more dialogue about freedom of religion in Canadian society.
Confirmation still a rite of passage in Denmark but less Christian	25/06/2026	France 24	This article highlights how confirmation remains a rite of passage for most young individuals across France and Denmark.
'Legal proceedings against circumcision could determine the future of Jewish life in Europe'	24/06/2026	Ynet Global	This article discusses the impact of secularism and religion on the future of Jewish life in Belgium.
Hijab-wearing women 'kicked, spat on' at Iran World Cup matches in LA	24/06/2026	The New Arab	This article discusses the rise of hate speech and hate crimes related to religious symbols in Canada.
Macron pays homage to late scholar and Resistance fighter Marc Bloch, who joins Panthéon	24/06/2026	Le Monde	This article highlights President Marcon's support and homage for resistance hero Marc Bloch.
French Resistance hero and historian Marc Bloch enters France's Pantheon	23/06/2026	France 24	This article examines the impact of Marc Bloch, a hero of the French Resistance, on the political discourse surrounding secularism and religion.
Shooting in Montreal Jewish neighbourhood leaves three dead, including suspect	22/06/2026	France 24	This article explains the concerning rise of hate crimes against the Jewish community in Montreal with the recent shooting in a Montreal neighbourhood.
Police searching for suspect accused of ripping off woman's hijab	21/06/2026	CBC News	This article examines how many religious minorities such as Muslim women are facing increased violence in relation to the wear of religious symbols.
Canada rights groups denounce new hate crime law for potential abuses	20/06/2026	Jurist	Canada rights groups have denounced new hate crime law for potential expenses of fundamental rights and freedoms protected by the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms.
Morocco’s religious model, bulwark against extremism, IEGA report	20/06/2026	North Africa Post	This article highlights the debate over Morroco's religious model and influence of secularism.

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Titre de l'article	Date de parution	Nom du journal	Résumé
Éducation catholique en Afrique : le Sénégal participe à l’adoption de la Déclaration d’Addis-Abeba et ses: douze engagements	10/08/2026	Lactuacho	Cet article examine l'expansion de l'éducation catholique au Sénégal avec la rencontre consacree a l'avenir de l'education catholique en Afrique.
L’amicale laïque recherche quatre volontaires	11/08/2026	La Dépêche	Cet article décrit les initiatives de l'amicale laïque de Graulhet et son mission pour accompagner des animations aupres des enfants des accueils de loisirs periscolaires.
Burkini accepté à la piscine des Marécottes, le débat va rebondir au Grand Conseil valaisan	12/08/2026	Le Nouvelliste	L'acceptance du burkini à la piscine des Marécottes remet le débat sur le port des vetements religieux au centre du la controverse. Ce debat va rebondir au Grand Conseil valaisan après le site internet a indiqué que le port du burkini est permit dans sa piscine naturelle.
«De Ceuta à Grenade, l’islam politique voit la reconquête de l’Espagne comme un devoir»	12/08/2026	Le Figaro	Cet article examine le débat sur l'islam politique et son influence au Maroc, malgré le renforcement du pluralisme religieux.
Le burkini autorisé aux Marécottes déclenche un bras de fer politique	13/08/2026	24 Heures	Cet article explique comment l'autorisation du burkini aux Marécottes déclenche un débat politique de grande envergure.
L’amicale laïque se porte bien	14/08/2026	La Dépêche	Cet article démontre comment l'association laïque organise dans les domaines sportif et culturel pour promoter la laïcité.
La promesse du PCQ n’a « aucun sens », dénonce Christine Fréchette	14/08/2026	La Presse	Cet article examine comment la première ministre, Christine Fréchette, promet d'avancer la laïcité de l'État et critique l'approche des conservateurs québécois qui veulent réduire les dépenses de l'État.
De Béziers à Montpellier, La Libre Pensée pointe "des manquements" à la loi de 1905 et alerte la préfète	15/08/2026	Actu	Cet article examine la célébration d'Assomption et la Saint-Roch par les catholiques. L'association de la Libre Pensée promet d'attacher le respect de la loi de 1905 avec les nombreuses fêtes traditionnelles.
La laïcité française, cette exception culturelle	16/08/2026	Valeurs Actuelles	Cet article explique l'influence de la laïcité française et son impacte sur la culture.
Laurence Rossignol : « Pour Yvette Roudy, la laïcité était la meilleure amie de l’émancipation des femmes »	18/08/2026	Le Point	Cet article démontre l'influence de la laïcité et l'égalité professionelle.
"Ne vous en déplaise, le 15 août n'est plus une fête nationale depuis 1880", les échanges aigre-doux sur fond de laïcité entre deux élus de la ville de Toulouse	18/08/2026	La Dépêche	Cet article démontre le débat sur le fond de la laïcité entre deux élus de la ville de Toulouse.
Le Portugal interdit le port du voile intégral	19/08/2026	Europe 1	Cet article examine l'interdit le port du voile intégral en société.

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Secularism Media Scan

Quebec passes expanded secularism law targeting daycare workers, public prayer

Muslim communities protest against Quebec's secularism laws

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