An upcoming music fundraiser for Palestine has faced scrutiny due to concerns about possible connections to Hamas, the terrorist group that controls Gaza.The “Music for Palestine” event, scheduled for December 14 at the Hampton Hub, will feature multiple musical performers and collect donations for two organizations, the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA) and the Palestinian Children’s Relief Fund.The Canadian government has been criticized for funding UNRWA due to its alleged ties to Hamas. This has led to a lawsuit filed by the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA) and Canadians who lost loved ones in the 2023 Gaza massacre against the federal government..SLOBODIAN: Liberals sued for funding UNRWA, contravening anti-terrorism laws .Canadian law prohibits the allocation of taxpayer dollars to organizations that do not adhere to international human rights standards, Canadian values, or uphold Canadian laws. However, Canada continues to provide millions of dollars to UNRWA for Palestine Refugees (UNRWA) despite irrefutable evidence suggesting that UNRWA has been infiltrated by Hamas for a long time.On October 7, 2023, Hamas launched devastating attacks against Israel, resulting in significant loss of life and escalating regional tensions. .Hamas, the terrorist organization that governs Gaza, has been designated as a security threat by multiple international governments, including the Canadian government.The organizers of the music fundraiser aim to raise funds for humanitarian aid, but questions remain about the potential indirect support of groups with terrorist connections. The venue, named after the late Black Panther leader Fred Hampton, has been embroiled in controversy due to its location and previous media attention during the Saskatchewan election. .Regina first Canadian city to host Palestine flag-raising ceremony .Notably, the Hampton Hub was the sole location during the recent Saskatchewan election night coverage where the CBC sent a reporter to gauge public opinion on election night.The event will be held at 1221 15th Ave, commencing at 7 p.m. Admission is free, with a suggested donation of $10.The lineup of performers includes Albert “Strange Man,” Dan Valley, William John Stewart, Thomas Chevalier, Ariana Giroux, and Elye Brooks.
