The University of Manitoba Student Union (UMSU) is reportedly facing criticism from pro-Palestinian students for cancelling a meeting about a report on the definition of anti-Palestinian racism. Student advocates told CBC that the definition is important because it would bolster supports for students facing discrimination. The union cited safety concerns when it postponed the meeting and stated that its executive, board, and staff members have faced “repeated online and in-person harassment and intimidation.” UManitoba student Belkis Elmoudi told CBC that a previous meeting between a Palestine solidarity group and UMSU representatives was also cancelled, with the union president saying that they did not believe the meeting would be productive.
