Keffiyeh

Keffiyeh

Ontario Legislature upholds keffiyeh scarf ban

Premier and party leaders had called for Speaker to reconsider prohibition on Palestinian scarf as a political symbol.

The Ontario Legislature has made the decision to uphold the ban on keffiyeh scarves, despite calls from Premier and party leaders to reconsider the prohibition. The keffiyeh, a traditional Palestinian scarf, has been deemed a political symbol and therefore not allowed to be worn in the legislative chamber.

This decision has sparked controversy and debate, with some arguing that the ban infringes on freedom of expression and cultural identity. However, supporters of the ban maintain that it is necessary to uphold the neutrality and decorum of the legislative process.