**Canada's Rapid Terror Group Listings Raise Questions on Effectiveness** Canada has recently ramped up its designation of terrorist organizations, listing ten new groups in the past year. However, experts and lawmakers are questioning the effectiveness of these designations, as they do not seem to lead to increased scrutiny or legal action against the listed entities. The latest group to be designated is the Bishnoi Gang, based in India, which was added to the list on Monday. This follows the inclusion of several other groups, including the Yemen-based Houthis and the Vancouver-based anti-Israel group Samidoun. Seven Mexican drug cartels were also added in February. At this rate, Canada is designating a new terror entity approximately every five weeks. Despite being labeled as terrorist organizations, many of these groups continue to operate without significant repercussions. For instance, Samidoun, which was designated as a terrorist organization last October, still maintains its non-profit status and a robust online presence. Industry Minister Mélanie Joly has publicly criticized this situation, calling it "completely unacceptable" and has directed officials to explore options for dissolving such entities. The Corporations Canada registry still lists Samidoun as a non-profit, although it now includes a warning about its terrorist designation. The Criminal Code does prohibit certain actions related to terrorist groups, such as financing and recruitment, but enforcement appears limited. Samidoun's social media accounts remain active, and the group has even mocked its designation. Following Minister Joly's comments, Samidoun's official account questioned the evidence behind its terror listing. Charlotte Kates, the founder of Samidoun, was arrested last year in connection with a hate-crime investigation, but she was released without charges. Since the group's designation, Kates has traveled multiple times to the Middle East, including attending the funeral of Hassan Nasrallah, the former leader of Hezbollah, another group designated as a terrorist entity by Canada. Conservative Senator Leo Housakos criticized Kates' actions, suggesting they undermine Canadian anti-terrorism laws. He urged the government to review and amend legislation to ensure that individuals engaged in such activities can be prosecuted. The pattern of designating groups as terrorist entities without subsequent legal action is not unique to Samidoun. The far-right Proud Boys were also listed as a terror group in 2021 but continued their activities online for months afterward. They eventually disbanded, claiming they had done nothing wrong and would continue their efforts under a different name. As Canada continues to designate new terrorist organizations, the lack of tangible consequences raises concerns about the effectiveness of these measures in combating terrorism and ensuring public safety.