The Canadian approach towards religion is associated with promoting multiculturalism (freedom of religion). In 1971, former Canadian Prime Minister Pierre Trudeau implemented multiculturalism as an “official government policy” (Canadian Multiculturalism Policy). Multiculturalism promotes cultural and religious freedom to all individuals while recognizing their contribution within Canadian society (Canadian Multiculturalism Policy). In addition, the goal of multiculturalism is celebrating cultural diversity along with integration based on differences (Freedom of Religion). Although, conflicts arise when multiple cultures and ethnic groups clash. This is evident in the case where a Muslim barber shop refused to cut a women’s hair based on religious
