I think in a pluralistic, faith based country one has to accept and respect various faiths and different interpretations of each faith as long as the values of each such group do not impinge on the freedoms and quality of the life of others.  The beliefs of Ismailis do not impact anyone in Canada negatively. Ismailis try hard to lead a good life and contribute positively to the Canadian society.

During the British occupation of India there was a major court case challenging the Agakhan lineage claims; the British courts considered various evidence and concluded in favour of the Agakhan. I think a similar example is how we now come to accept First  Nations oral history....