Muslims claiming cash for numerous wives - Let the Tax Revolt Begin!

I heard this in the morning while rushing to leave for an appointment.

I pray it isn't widespread, but given the state of things in this Country who knows?

Gee 1st time I ever felt sorry for Torontonians;)

Muslims claiming cash for numerous wives

Hundreds of GTA Muslim men in polygamous marriages -- some with a harem of wives -- are receiving welfare and social benefits for each of their spouses, thanks to the city and province, Muslim leaders say.

Mumtaz Ali, president of the Canadian Society of Muslims, said wives in polygamous marriages are recognized as spouses under the Ontario Family Law Act, providing they were legally married under Muslim laws abroad.

"Polygamy is a regular part of life for many Muslims," Ali said yesterday. "Ontario recognizes religious marriages for Muslims and others."

He estimates "several hundred" GTA husbands in polygamous marriages are receiving benefits. Under Islamic law, a Muslim man is permitted to have up to four spouses