Canada

Canada: Two Men Found Guilty of Terror Plot Given Life Sentence

Toronto court sentences two men found guilty of plot to derail a train to life in prison.

Canada's Pro-Israel Lobby to Protest Iran Deal

Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs calls on Canadian Jewish community to join a protest in Washington against the Iran deal.

Canadian Court Backs Funding Cut for 'Anti-Semitic' Arab Group

Appeals Court upholds government decision to withdraw funding from Canadian Arab Federation over 'anti-Semitic' activities.

Hasidic Man in Intensive Care After Being Beaten in Montreal

Hasidic man severely beaten after leaving a bank in Montreal. Police investigating, have not yet determined a motive.

Canada: New Democrats Surge at Expense of Pro-Israel PM

New poll shows that Canada's New Democratic Party is surging at the expense of PM Harper's Conservatives.

Canada Buys Own Iron Dome

Canadian defense ministry invests in 'Medium Range Radar' system to the tune of $187.2 million.

Canadian Terrorists Wanted to Kill Jewish Children

Amanda Korody, a Muslim convert, wanted to infiltrate a synagogue and kill 'small Jews'.

From Canada to the Judean Hills, from Christianity to Judaism

Azriel Dror from Canada converted to Judaism from Christianity and made aliyah because Israel is "where every Jew needs to be."

Montreal Jews Demand Arrests for Anti-Semitic Graffiti

Jewish businesses have been targeted with swastika graffiti for the past several days in Canada's second largest city.

Canada: Iran Will be Judged by Actions, Not Words

Canada’s Foreign Minister responds to Iran deal, says Iran remains a significant threat to international peace and security.

Watch: One Immigrant - One Inspiring Story

Yehuda Gerlitz says he and his family made aliyah from Canada feeling that Israel is "the best place for us to be".

'Food Terrorism': Canadian Saboteur Puts Needles in Potatoes

$400,000 reward offered for info on serial saboteur pushing needles, nails into growing potatoes that end up on store shelves.

'Barbaric Cultural Practices' Banned in Canada

Bill banning underage marriage, 'honor killing,' and bigamy passes into law in the Canadian parliament.

Bill to Ban Face Veils During Citizenship Ceremonies in Canada

Proposal submitted to Canadian parliament would require all men and women to expose their faces as part of the naturalization ceremony.

Harper Unveils New Counter-Terror Plan

Canada reveals string of new measures, increasing funding to intelligence and biometric, to nip 'developing terror threat' in the bud.

Anonymous Takes Down Canadian Government Website

Anonymous group claims cyberattack on Canadian government public website, cites new anti-terror law as the reason.

Anti-Semitic Canadian Paper Blames Jews for 9/11

Center for Israel and Jewish Affairs files police complaint after paper also claimed Menachem Begin preached 'Jewish supremacy.'

Canada Saw Record Levels of Anti-Semitism in 2014

A B'nai Brith audit reveals 1,627 incidents of anti-semitic harassment, vandalism and violence throughout Canada in 2014.

Canadian FM: Israel a Beacon of Light to the World

On first trip to Jewish state, Nicholson tells Rivlin he always wanted to visit Israel, notes threat to Israel is at everyone's doorstep.

Muslim HS Soccer Team Refuses to Play Team With Girls

Muslim high school team in Canada raises gender flap, despite association rules allowing female players at schools without girls teams.

Cyprus: Lebanese Man Arrested for Anti-Israel Terror Plot

Suspect may have had Hezbollah links, and may be connected to the terror group's leader, Hassan Nasrallah.

Montreal Rounds Up and Raids Teen Jihadists

Ten 15- to 18-year-olds arrested at airport en route to Syria, after which police raid their homes.

Canada: No Permit Ever Issued for Mohammed Drawing Event

Officials in Canada say that the reason a 'Draw Mohammed' event in Ottawa was canceled was because it did not receive a permit.

Canada's PM: No Reason for Canadians to Join Jihadists

Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper says there is "no legitimate reason" in a liberal democracy to join any extremist group.

Canadian Football Player Apologizes for Anti-Semitic Tweets

Defensive lineman Khalif Mitchell apologizes after being fined for posting a tweet linking to a video denying the Holocaust.

Canadian Football Player Fined for Anti-Semitic Tweets

Defensive lineman Khalif Mitchell fined by CFL and his team in Montreal after tweeting Holocaust denial video.

Canadian Minister: Defending Israel Key to Beating Anti-Semitism

Canada's Multiculturalism Minister says his country defends Israel 'not because it's popular, but because it's the right thing to do.'

Canada to Fight BDS Movement with Hate Crime Laws

Responding to query on 'zero tolerance' policy for BDS, public security spokesperson sends detailed list of Canada's new hate crime laws.

Canada's PM Reaffirms Commitment to Israel

Canada’s Prime Minister Stephen Harper says his government "remains resolute in our commitment to defend Israel".

Terror Bombing in 'Montreal Area' Averted

Two 18-year-old Muslims in Montreal on trial for terrorism, as police scramble to see if there were other accomplices.

From Canada to Jerusalem: A Story of Conversion

In Part I of a three-part interview with Arutz Sheva, the coauthor of Spark Ignited discusses her journey from New Brunswick to Jerusalem.

42% of Canadian Muslims Admit Islam and West 'Irreconcilable'

Polls that received little publicity reveal over 60% of Christians and Jews in Canada think Islam and West at odds, Muslims agree.

Canada Carries Out its First Airstrikes Against ISIS in Syria

Part of US-led coalition against ISIS since November, Canada only recently approved larger role in conflict, including strikes in Syria.

'Skeptical' Canada Won't Lift its Iran Sanctions

Canadian officials say they will only ease sanctions if Iran demilitarizes its nuclear program, noting Iran's record isn't trustworthy.

Nazi Revival? 'Work Makes You Free' in Canada

Jewish officials denounce picket sign with the Auschwitz slogan spotted during massive anti-austerity rally in Montreal.

ADHD Drugs Found to Trigger Suicidal Thoughts

Canadian Ministry of Health revises warnings on ADHD drugs after numerous reports indicating they lead to suicidal behavior.

Canadian Lawmakers Vote to Expand Anti-ISIS Campaign

Motion to expand airstrikes against ISIS passes by a majority of 142 to 129, despite objections from opposition.

Students at Canadian University Vote in Favor of BDS

Student union at McMaster University in Hamilton votes to support the global Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions (BDS) movement.

Canada Extends and Expands Anti-ISIS Airstrikes

One-year extension to March 2016 on strikes that may enter Syria as well, although no boots on the ground according to the plan.

Canadian Imams Issue Fatwa Against ISIS, Blame US

38 imams issue Islamic ruling forbidding joining or enabling ISIS, claim US and Canada created group for 'anti-Islam interests.'

Terror Attack on Toronto Financial District Thwarted

Pakistani national arrested after undercover investigation reveals his plan to bomb US consulate, cause 'mass destruction.'

Canadian Soldier Killed by Friendly Fire in Iraq

Canadian special forces soldier killed and three more injured in Iraq when their Kurdish allies accidentally open fire on them.

Ottawa Terrorist Threatened Soldiers in Pre-Attack Video

In video recorded moments before his attack, Michael Zehaf-Bibeau said Canadian soldiers are "not even safe in your own land."

23-Year-Old Canadian Woman Joins ISIS in Syria

23-year-old Canadian reportedly radicalized while studying the Koran, goes to ISIS-controlled city of Raqa.

Bullets and a Pickaxe: Shocking Anti-Semitic Vandalism in Canada

Residents of a Montreal apartment bloc were horrified to find their cars daubed with swastikas - along with death threats and bullets.

Canada: Suspected Terrorist Had Worked Closely with Children

ISIS-linked suspect Awso Peshdary found to have been running youth sports programs despite spotty criminal record.

New Canadian Defense Minister is a Friend to Israel

Canada's new Minister of National Defense, Jason Kenney, is a fierce advocate of both Israel and Canada's Jewish community.

New Canadian Bill Gives Freer Hand to Fight Terror

Bill to allow preemptive action removing burden of proof, as Canada grapples with growing domestic terror and homegrown networks.

ISIS-Related Terror Network Dismantled in Canada

Federal police arrest a Canadian with ties to ISIS for allegedly helping others join the jihadists.

Pro-Israeli Canadian Foreign Minister John Baird Resigns

Outspoken ally of Israel Baird announces sudden resignation from politics, as supportive Canadian regime liable to shift in elections.

Canada Hopes Egypt will Free Al-Jazeera Journalist Soon

Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister John Baird says he is hopeful Egyptian-Canadian journalist Mohamed Fahmy will be released soon.

Canada Condemns Hezbollah Attack On 'Region's Only Democracy'

Canadian FM John Baird calls Hezbollah a 'brutal terror group bent on Israel's destruction'; supports Israel's right to self-defense.

Major Canadian Muslim Group Found to have Funded Hamas

Canadian police raid reveals Muslim Association of Canada, that runs 20 schools nationwide, gave funds to Hamas front.

'Leave Canada' Spray-Painted on Synagogue

Temple Beth Israel in West Edmonton vandalized with anti-Semitic graffiti and the message 'Leave Canada,' shocking congregants.

Canadian Forces Clash with ISIS in Iraq

Canadian special forces exchange gunfire with ISIS fighters in Iraq, the first confirmed ground battle between Western troops and ISIS.

Watch: Angry Palestinians Hurl Eggs at Canadian Minister

The motorcade of Canada's Foreign Minister John Baird was struck by eggs as he left a meeting with PA counterpart Riyad al-Malki.

Five Canadians Killed in Syria Fighting with ISIS

Five Canadian citizens, including one who called for lone-wolf attacks in Canada, have died recently while fighting with ISIS in Syria.

Charlie Hebdo to be Widely Distributed in Canada

Due to large demand, 15,000 copies of latest issue of French satirical magazine to be sold in Canada.

Third Suspect Arrested in Ottawa for Terrorism

Man connected to terror twins charged with conspiracy to commit terror abroad; may have been radicalized by a Muslim parent.

Canada to Accept 10,000 Syrian Refugees Over 3 Years

Canada’s Immigration Minister announces that 10,000 Syrian refugees will be brought to Canada over the next three years.