There is not much to report on our case other then the constant stress and anxiety my husband and family have been under for the past few weeks. My husband's "so called" hearing ended on Dec. 9th, 2004 and the decision in his case is still pending. Judge Eleanor Dawson from the Federal Court will be making a decision based on "reasonable grounds to believe" that my husband is associated to terrorism or MIGHT be associated in the future. The ruling is not based on concrete evidence or facts. We have never seen the evidence CSIS has gathered on my husband for national security reasons. We, and our legal team have been in the dark since his arrest.My husband, Mohamed Harkat has been detained under a Security Certificate since Dec. 10th, 2002 without any charges and is still detained as of this day. Our lives our in this judge's hands. If she rules that the certificate is reasonable, then Immigration procedures will be launched against him and he will be deported to his native Algeria, labeled a "presumed terrorist" by the Canadian government.

It is hard for me to describe the pain, suffering and anger I have been living the past two years in a few lines. I remain positive that the truth will come out in the future and that we will be reunited one day ! This nightmare has been hard...but I live everyday knowing I am not alone and that there is other wives and kids waiting to be reunited with their husbands and fathers. I long for my husband's hugs and remind myself everyday that those kids have been waiting for over three years to get a hug for their fathers. Although the heartaches and difficulties, I consider myself lucky that my husband is still alive and doing well considering his indefinite detention. I am fortunate to be surrounded by many great supporters whom have become my sincere true friends and confidents. My life would not be the same without my supporters and my family. They are literally my life lines. My husband is the reason why I get up every morning and continue to fight. He is such a great individual. He is funny, kind and has the sweetness of a fresh strawberry. He truly is the best person I know. Through this ordeal...he has become my best friend, partner and HERO. I never thought he could go through the process, but he has learned to deal well and continues to smile and believes in the future. We know our lives will never be the same. We realize that the constant attention, media circus and CSIS surveillance will take over our lives when he gets out, but we are just looking forward to waking up together every morning and face and brand new day with new challenges. Moe is looking forward to his family and supporters, the changing seasons, driving a car, take a shower on his own time, home made food but not my couscous because it is terrible !!....perfume, and the smell of freedom. Everyday will be a new day for both. I am looking forward to his laugh, his hugs and kisses, his smile, his smell, his presence...I am looking forward to having him back. I need him back home but we need your help in order to make this happen. Please take a minute to go on our website at [link] and read up on all the cases and how you can help. Take a minute and send an email to Anne McLellan and demand that these men get fundamental justice, a fair and open trial with access to the evidence. Ask that these men be reunited with their families, that I be reunited with Moe. I miss him terribly and miss everything about him. You don't realize how important someone is until they are taken away suddenly. Learn to appreciate every moment spent with love ones. Life is full of unexpected surprises. Some very unfair and uncalled for. Please sign our petition at [link] or send a letter to Mohamed at

The Ottawa-Carleton Detention Center
2244 Innes Road
Ottawa, ON
K1B 4C4

Moe feels great and supported when he gets mail ! A letter fills his day with hope...please take time to write.

I am looking forward to meeting some of you at the Marxism conference in a few weeks. I hope we will meet under better conditions, and that maybe my husband will be by my side to shake your hand as a sign of solidarity and victory. We are counting on you for your support. You can make a difference. We need to be united and strong. Without a fight...there is no victory.

A special thank you goes to Jessica Squires who has been sending updates on our case. She is an indispensable member of our committee. She truly IS the definition of a supporter, in words, in actions and with her heart. Love you lots !

Peace and Solidarity,
Sophie Harkat Wife of Mohamed Harkat, detained
since Dec. 10th, 2002