Prime Minister Mark Carney replaces Canada’s antisemitism and Islamophobia envoys with a new national unity council, prompting Jewish groups to warn the government not to weaken efforts against rising antisemitism.
Ottawa lawyer who vandalized the National Holocaust Monument receives a suspended sentence, prompting sharp criticism from Jewish groups who say the ruling fails to reflect the harm caused.
Hackers hijack Kelowna Airport’s screens and speakers with pro-Hamas, anti-Trump messages, delaying flights and prompting investigations by Canadian authorities and strong condemnation from Jewish groups.
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.
Journalist Élisa P. Serret fired from Radio-Canada after making "unacceptable" antisemitic comments on-air. Canadian Culture Minister condemns the remarks.
A woman in her 70s stabbed at an Ottawa grocery store known for its kosher section. Police are investigating possible motives, including hate bias. Jewish groups express concern and call for increased safety.
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.
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.
Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs warns that new government published stastitics on hate crimes in Canada shows Jews are 25 times more likely to be victims of hate crimes than other Canadians.
In wake of growing concerns over antisemitism, Jewish Federation of Greater Vancouver releases new survey that paints a stark picture of the challenges facing the Jewish community in British Columbia.
Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA) blasts Amnesty International’s report accusing Israel of committing genocide in Gaza: Instead of holding terrorists accountable, Amnesty inexplicably inverts the narrative, blaming Israel for the violence perpetrated against it.
'The news out of Amsterdam last night is horrifying. This is a dark moment for our world — and one we have seen before,' Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau writes.
Jewish group demands apology after Toronto Mayor Olivia Chow misses memorial on the first anniversary of October 7. Mayor claims she didn't receive the invitation and also that she was "exhausted" after a lengthy discussion on bike lanes.
Canadian Jewish groups dismayed over the agreement which appears to capitulate to the demands of the protesters.
Jewish organizations in Canada praise the Canadian government’s blacklisting of the Iranian Revolutionary Guards Corps. B'nai Brith Canada: Long overdue.
Canadian families who lost loved ones on October 7, together with Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs, take Canadian government to court over decision to resume funding for UNRWA.
Jewish groups welcome the move, which was motivated by discussions with concerned Jewish students.
High school students in the Canadian province of British Columbia will receive mandatory lessons on the Holocaust beginning in 2025-26.
Canadian Embassy in Israel expresses concern over recent attacks against Israelis, extends condolences to victims.
Statistics Canada publishes hate crime data for 2022, showing 14 percent of all hate crimes target the Jewish community.
Toronto Police Service publishes 2022 hate crimes report: Jewish community victimized in approximately 26 percent of all hate crimes.
Plea deal criticized for not addressing hateful motives behind attack on flags in front of Jewish school.
Jewish communities Friends of Simon Wiesenthal, and CIJA applaud adoption of framework to identify, understand, and combat antisemitism.
Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs welcomes Netanyahu’s announcement that judicial reform legislation will be postponed.
Gabriel Sohier-Chaput found guilty of promoting hatred toward Jews in articles he wrote for the Daily Stormer.
"Antisemitism is on the rise and must be condemned," says Saskatchewan’s Minister of Justice.
Jewish groups condemn Ottawa lawmaker who said last year that Israel is the single greatest origin of violence in the Middle East.
Jewish groups hail city of Vancouver for becoming the latest jurisdiction to adopt IHRA working definition of antisemitism.
Jewish groups welcome province's announcement that Grade 6 curriculum will include mandatory Holocaust education.
200 Canadian Jewish institutions sign joint statement in solidarity with the Ukrainian people.
Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs condemns incident in which students at Toronto school performed Nazi salute.
Toronto's decision to allocate additional money to fight hate crime praised by leading Canadian Jewish advocacy organization.
Recently announced $25 million provincial grant will enable Jewish community organizations to increase security measures.
Jewish groups outraged after protest against Canadian government’s COVID-19 policies included Nazi symbols.
Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs calls for more security for Jewish institutions following hostage incident in Texas.
British Columbia considering name change for mountain area named after World War II Vichy France leader Marshal Pétain.
Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs condemns series of arson attacks on churches in western Canada.
Members of Jewish community in Toronto concern following two incidents of anti-Semitism in the city this past week.
Canadian province of Ontario announces plan to counter rising anti-Semitism in schools and communities.
UJA and CIJA urge authorities to take strong, concrete action in response to rise in anti-Semitism targeting the local Jewish community.
National Assembly of Quebec unanimously adopts motion condemning sharp rise in anti-Semitic incidents.
“This is why Jewish Canadian organizations...exist. If we don't advocate for ourselves, no one will," says CIJA's Adir Krafman in response.
Annual reports find hate crimes increased by more than 50% in Toronto and by 20% in York Region in 2020.
Statistics Canada report for 2019 finds 7% increase in police-reported hate crimes in Canada that year.
British and Canadian Jewish groups express concern over a Canadian lawmaker's planned virtual talk with former Labour leader.
Three Jewish groups in Canada express disappointment after government votes in favor of UN resolution on Palestinian self-determination.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's government last year changed course on its voting on UN resolutions entitled "The Question of Palestine."
New procedures follow external review process after violent protests last November during a program run by a Jewish campus club.
York Regional Council, representing municipalities north of Toronto, adopts IHRA working definition of anti-Semitism.
Canadian Jewish advocacy group criticizes McGill University student council for calling on student to resign over planned Israel trip.
Canada changes course, votes in favor of UN resolution in support of Palestinian Arabs' right to self-determination.
Canadian Jewish organizations call for heightened police security around Jewish institutions in Germany.
Jewish groups welcome Government appeal of court ruling that Judea and Samaria wine cannot be labeled as products made in Israel.
CIJA, B'nai Brith Canada urge government to suspend funding to UN agency for "Palestinian refugees" in wake of corruption report.
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expresses concern over Gaza violence but fails to mention Hamas role in encouraging it.
The Canadian Jewish Advocacy (CIJA) is fighting BDS initiatives by actively encouraging the purchase of Israeli products.
Several swastikas found painted in several locations at the University of Toronto. Local Jewish groups condemn.
'Dark horse' candidate Justin Trudeau wins, ending Conservative power in Canada. What does that mean for Israel?
Amman encouraged main Jewish caucus CIJA to advocate for a Palestinian state; Syrian refugee program with Canada in the works.
War crimes prosecution can only happen under a regime change, experts say, as Assad is likely to be involved in any short-term solution.
