Canada disallows Magen David Adam (Jewish Red Cross) : Please sign petition

Subject: Canada has changed its mind...refuses to accept Magen David Adom. Jan. '03

Canada decided to decertify Magen Dovid Adom (Israel Red Cross) as a charity eligible to receive aid from Canadians. Magen Dovid helps people regardless of their religion or ethnic background.

On the other hand, the Red Crescent (the Moslem Red Cross) which only helps Muslims in the Middle East, will continue to be a recognized charity by the Canadian government. This is clearly a political decision and we need to voice our objections to it. The decision can be reversed if enough pressure is put on the Canadian government. Please sign a petition, located at website: http://www.PetitionOnline.com/savemda

"Please help by signing this petition, in the hope that it is taken notice of."

There is a Canadian version of FreeRepublic. Sorry I don't know what it is called. This should definately be posted there.

Tuesday, November 12, 2002

It has been reported that the Canadian Government has made a decision to deregister our organization as a charity. This has caused a great uproar among our supporters who believe in our cause and the contribution we make to the people of Israel. Articles appeared in local, national, and international newspapers. As a result, many organizations around the world were mobilized. A petition to save our organization has obtained over 43 000 signatures and the momentum is still increasing.

However,I am pleased to announce new developments which have occurred.CMDA has entered into an agreement with
Charities Directorate which will enable our cause to continue uninterrupted. We are delighted that we will continue to be able to solicit the support of the Canadian community for our fund raising activities. Tax deductible receipts will be issued as usual.

On behalf of CMDA, I would like to thank all those who expressed their concern for the status of our organization.

Thank You,

Joseph Bitton
National President, CMDA

http://www.interlog.com/~cmda/

Official receipts for income tax purposes will be automaticaly provided for a donation of $10 or more. State of Israel Bonds are also accepted
* BN Tax Registration No. 10686306RR001

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