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CSIS: Anti-Feminist Ideology Threatens Gender Equality in Canada

2/17/2026

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Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) officials say anti-feminist ideology is increasingly relevant to Canada’s national security but not a direct threat.
They note this ideology can lead to radicalization within gender-based violent extremism.
The Canadian Research Institute for the Advancement of Women reports rising regressive groups using social media to promote male superiority and undermine gender equality.
CSIS adds that most threats against women are referred to local police.

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Canadian Security Intelligence Service (CSIS) officials say anti-feminist ideology is increasingly relevant to Canada’s national security but not a direct threat.
They note this ideology can lead to radicalization within gender-based violent extremism.
The Canadian Research Institute for the Advancement of Women reports rising regressive groups using social media to promote male superiority and undermine gender equality.
CSIS adds that most threats against women are referred to local police.