Toronto

North of Toronto

Police hunt suspect after assault at Orthodox synagogue

Police are searching for a suspect after an alleged hate-motivated assault at the Sephardic Kehila Centre in Thornhill, just north of Toronto. The victim was not injured.

Toronto:

Jewish-owned restaurant riddled with gunfire

The attack is the eighth such incident targeting the Jewish community since the beginning of Operation Roaring Lion.

Antisemitic protest

Netanyahu effigy ‘executed’ in Toronto

Protesters in Toronto call for adopting intifada as the only solution to the conflict, trample American and Israeli flags, and burn the US flag.

Toronto:

Police ban protests on residential streets in Jewish neighborhood

Toronto police ban protesters from demonstrating on residential streets near Bathurst and Sheppard in North York, citing increased volatility and fear in the predominantly Jewish community.

Police investigating

Antisemitic signs at protest near Toronto Jewish community

Toronto police are investigating reports of antisemitic imagery displayed at a protest in the city’s Jewish community as Jewish leaders call for enforcement of Canada’s hate laws.

After court rejects ban

Anti-Israel Al-Quds Day rally held in Toronto

Thousands attend an Al-Quds Day rally in Toronto after a court rejects Ontario’s request to block it. Police maintain a large presence and make at least two arrests.

Ontario Premier pushes:

Injunction to stop Al-Quds Day rally in Toronto

Ontario Premier Doug Ford instructs attorney general to pursue an injunction to prevent the Al-Quds Day rally in Toronto, calls the rally a "breeding ground for hate and antisemitism."

Chikli urges Canadian PM to act after shootings at synagogues

Diaspora Affairs and Combating Antisemitism Minister Amichai Chikli sent an urgent letter this week to the Prime Minister of Canada following spate of antisemitic violence.

Rabbi after synagogue shooting

'This is not the Canada we grew up in'

Rabbi Daniel Korobkin of Beth Avraham Yosef of Toronto, responds to the shooting attack on his synagogue, sharing with Arutz Sheva his frustrations and fears for the future of Jewish life in Canada.

Toronto Synagogue Shooting:

'Living our lives is the best revenge'

A member of one of the Toronto-area synagogues targeted in the past week says that the congregation has no intention of being driven away from their way of life.

Shots fired at US consulate in Toronto

Unknown attackers fire at US consulate in Toronto after a week of shootings at synagogues and Jewish institutions in the city.

Herzog 'alarmed' by antisemitic attacks in Toronto

President Isaac Herzog held a Zoom call with leaders of the Canadian Jewish community after a series of antisemitic shooting attacks on synagogues, Jewish institutions, and businesses in Toronto.

Two Canadian synagogues come under fire on Friday night

These incidents add to three additional shooting attacks carried out against Jewish institutions and institutions run by Jews during the past week.

Gunfire strikes Toronto synagogue during Purim celebrations

Police investigate suspected antisemitic attack after 12 bullets fired at Temple Emanu-El; no injuries reported.

Following anti-Israel pressure:

Israeli league cancels Canada tournament

The Israel Elite Hockey League said the Toronto event was delayed due to external factors, as claims emerge of pressure from anti-Israel activists.

Solidarity in Canada:

Christian journalist places mezuzah at his home's entrance

Canadian journalist Warren Kinsella, a Toronto resident and a Christian by faith, installed a mezuzah in his home as a sign of solidarity with the Jewish community in light of the rise in antisemitism.

North of Toronto

Teen arrested for antisemitic threats on Jewish sites

14‑year‑old boy from Newmarket, north of Toronto, arrested after police say he made antisemitic calls to Jewish institutions. He faces multiple charges.

Israeli comedian's Canada show marred by assault, detention

Guy Hochman underwent six hours of questioning at Toronto airport following anti-Israel org.'s complaints, and was later assaulted outside his show by a protester.

Toronto hate crimes:

Ontario's Solicitor General demands action

Ontario's Solicitor General Michael Kerzner demands stronger action from Toronto's police to tackle rising hate crimes and anti-Israel protests. His call follows a sharp rise in antisemitic incidents in Toronto.

Mezuzuahs ripped from Holocaust survivor's door in Toronto

Vandals tore Mezuzahs from the door of Holocaust survivor Nate Leipciger in a recent antisemitic incident in Toronto, the second such incident to take place recently.

Toronto:

Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupt Boxing Day

Last week, protest demonstrations targeted the Indigo chain amid claims that the chain's Jewish owners made donations to lone soldiers in the IDF.

Second time in weeks:

Mezuzahs ripped from Jewish homes in Toronto

Toronto police are investigating another antisemitic attack after mezuzahs were torn from Jewish residents’ doors in a North York condo on Christmas Day, sparking condemnation from officials.

Toronto terror plot foiled: Women, Jewish community targeted

Three Toronto men face 79 charges after a joint police-terror probe uncovered violent, hate-motivated crimes targeting women and Jews, with one suspect charged in an ISIS-linked terror case.

Toronto man faces hate crime charge over antisemitic flyers

Toronto police charge a 62-year-old beekeeper with willful promotion of hatred for distributing antisemitic flyers.

Antisemitism in Toronto:

Seniors’ housing targeted in mezuzah theft

Toronto Police are investigating after about 20 mezuzahs were stolen from a Jewish seniors’ housing building.

Canada

Model considers move to Israel after antisemitic incident

Miriam Mattova speaks about the incident in which an Uber driver refused to drive her just because she is Jewish.

Antisemitism in Toronto:

Woman says Uber driver forced her out after learning she’s Jewish

Miriam Mattova says an Uber driver ordered her out after hearing she was Jewish, calling it a disturbing sign of rising antisemitism and urging the company to act decisively.

Free Palestine protesters storm debate on two-state solution

Anti-Israel groups in Canada tried to force entry to a debate in Toronto's Meridian Hall to stop former Israeli officials from presenting.

Toronto

Campaign targets 'war criminals' Olmert, Livni, and Shaked

Anti-Israel organizations are working to prevent the participation of former Israeli government officials in a discussion on the two-state solution scheduled to take place tomorrow in Toronto.

Israeli high school program in Toronto cancelled over safety

A planned visit by Israeli high school students to a school north of Toronto has been cancelled following opposition from pro-Palestinian organizations.

Amid antisemitism surge

B’nai Brith slams Toronto for raising PLO flag

B’nai Brith Canada files a complaint after Toronto raised the PLO flag, calling it a breach of protocol and a disregard for Jewish safety amid a surge in antisemitic incidents across the city.

Toronto:

Suspect sought after alleged hate crime against Jewish man

Toronto police are seeking a suspect in a suspected hate-motivated assault on a Jewish man which occurred in September. The attacker, a passenger in a moving vehicle, hurled slurs and assaulted the victim.

Toronto:

Five arrested after anti-Israel riot at IDF veterans event

Toronto Police arrest five suspects after anti-Israel rioters stormed an SSI event featuring IDF veterans. The incident follows a surge in antisemitic attacks across the city.

Hate-motivated attack

Toronto synagogue vandalized for 10th time

Toronto’s Kehillat Shaarei Torah vandalized for the tenth time since April of 2024. Police are investigating a hate-motivated attack.

No ceasefire for antisemitism

Rioters disrupt IDF soldiers-students event in Canada

The organization 'Students Supporting Israel' held a meeting in Toronto between IDF soldiers and students. Rioters who heard about the meeting tried to break into the building.

As hostages return

Antisemitic graffiti defaces Toronto park

On the day 20 hostages were freed, Cedarvale Park in Toronto vandalized with antisemitic graffiti. CIJA and HonestReporting condemn the hate, warning of rising threats to Jewish Canadians.

Toronto:

Jewish woman harassed outside Toronto consulate

Toronto Jewish woman in tears as anti-Israel protesters harass and mock her near Israeli consulate, highlighting the growing sense of insecurity among Jewish Canadians in their own cities.

Once pulled, now praised:

October 7th film takes TIFF award

After weeks of controversy, Barry Avrich’s film about an Israeli general’s daring Oct. 7 rescue wins TIFF’s People’s Choice Award and prepares for wide release.

Toronto Film Festival:

Protesters clash over Oct. 7 Hamas attack documentary premiere

Protests erupt at Toronto International Film Festival as film on the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre premieres. Police keep pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian Arab groups apart.

Suspected hate crime:

Eggs thrown at Toronto Jewish center

Toronto police investigating after eggs were thrown at the Yorkville Jewish Centre. Surveillance shows a man shouting obscenities; the Hate Crime Unit has been notified. The Centre vows to grow stronger.

'Justice has prevailed'

Sa'ar welcomes TIFF's reversal on Hamas massacre film

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar praises the Toronto International Film Festival's decision to reverse its ban on screening documentary about the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre.

Ritchie Torres

Since when do terrorists have veto power over telling of history?

New York Congressman condemns Toronto International Film Festival's since-reversed decision not to allow the screening of a documentary about the October 7 massacre,

'A win for truth'

Jewish groups hail TIFF reversal on Oct. 7 film

Canadian Jewish groups welcome TIFF’s reversal on a film about October 7, calling it a win for truth and courage while urging accountability to ensure censorship of vital Jewish narratives never happens again.

After public outcry

TIFF reinstates censored film on October 7

After public and political backlash, Toronto International Film Festival reverses its decision to pull “The Road Between Us”, a film about the October 7 Hamas massacre.

TIFF CEO:

'Claims of censorship are unequivocally false'

The CEO of the Toronto International Film Festival released a statement regarding the choice to ban an Israeli documentary about the October 7th massacre.

'Unfathomable and disturbing'

Jewish groups slam TIFF for pulling October 7 documentary

Jewish organizations condemn Toronto International Film Festival for cancelling a documentary on Israeli general’s daring rescue during the October 7 Hamas attacks, say the move caves to extremist pressure.

Sa’ar slams TIFF for dropping Oct. 7 film

Foreign Minister Gideon Sa’ar condemns Toronto International Film Festival for pulling a film on the Oct. 7 Hamas massacre, saying the festival cited lack of Hamas video clearance. “They would have asked Hitler for Auschwitz rights.”

Toronto International Film Festival bans October 7th film

The Toronto International Film Festival announced today (Wednesday) the removal of the film The Road Between Us - The Ultimate Rescue from this year's screening lineup.

Toronto man who threatened to bomb synagogues gets house arrest

Toronto man who threatened to bomb synagogues and kill Jews sentenced to house arrest, sparking outrage from Jewish groups who warn it sends a dangerous message amid rising antisemitism.

Toronto:

Arrest made in suspected hate crime targeting place of worship

Toronto man arrested and charged with mischief relating to religious property and mischief interference with property for allegedly urinating on the steps of a place of worship and shouting antisemitic slurs.

Dear New York Jews

As a citizen of Toronto, all I can say is: Welcome to the club.

Toronto man charged for death threats against Israeli community

Toronto Police announce arrest of Basel Al-Sukhon, 26, for hate-motivated death threats against the Israeli community on social media.

Toronto’s Jewish community celebrates annual 'Walk for Israel'

Thousands of Jews and Israel supporters participate in the annual event, expressing support for Israel amid rising antisemitism in Canada.

The True North strong and free?

Anti-Israel protests spark NSC warning to Israelis in Canada

Travel alert upgraded to Level 2 as Israeli officials cite recent attacks, radicalized rhetoric, and planned anti-Israel protests in Toronto and Waterloo.

Hate crimes in Toronto at record high, Jews main target

Toronto Police Service data shows 19% rise in hate crimes from 2023 to 2024, 203% rise since 2014. 40% of hate crimes targeted Jews.

Antisemitism in Canada:

Toronto man charged with 29 offenses, including hate crimes

Toronto Police charge a local man with 29 offenses, including multiple hate crimes, in connection to spate of antisemitic attacks in the city. Despite the gravity of the allegations, the man was released from custody under strict conditions, including house arrest and electronic monitoring.

Toronto Police podcast:

Officers praise ‘positive’ impact of October 7 massacre on Islam

Toronto Police Service issued an apology and removed the episode of the Project Olive Branch podcast in which a Muslim officer claimed the 10.7 Massacre led people to research and later convert to Islam.

Toronto:

Plane crash at airport injures 15, three of them critically

At least 15 people injured but no fatalities reported after a Delta Airlines aircraft arriving from Minneapolis crashed at Toronto Pearson Airport.

York University to hold pro-Palestinian dinner

The event was published under the heading 'Victory and Resilience: The Struggle Continues' and is sponsored by the university's Muslim Student association..

Advocacy success:

University of Toronto cancels event featuring PFLP terrorist

Following B’nai Brith Canada’s advocacy, University of Toronto cancels room booking for an event featuring terrorist who served time in prison in Israel for plotting to bomb a Jerusalem bus during the Second Intifada.