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The prominent Asper and Lakhani families will also receive a Human Relations Award “for their enormous contribution to the fabric of Canadian culture and society,” said the group.
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The Lakhani family, led by philanthropist Hassanali Lakhani, has supported the Toronto Islamic community through its Noor Cultural Centre, founded in 2001.
The Canadian Council of Christians and Jews is a national organization that aims to eradicate discrimination, prejudice and bigotry.
Its Canadian Centre for Diversity develops school-based programs against discrimination and misunderstanding.