The traditional gavage practice of the Islamic Republic of Mauritania is a custom that forcibly fattens girls aged 5-15 for marriage.
They are force-fed milk or high-calorie foods several times a day. If they refuse, they are subjected to torture and having their toes crushed. pic.twitter.com/hg8dxSYK53
— Dr. Maalouf (@realMaalouf) March 25, 2026






The statement provoked the committee’s “strong indignation” and is “incompatible with the obligations set out in the Official Languages Act and the expectations of the Canadian public,” according to the motion tabled in the House and adopted almost immediately by a unanimous 