Canada

Canada: Parents, Son Convicted of Quadruple 'Honor Killings'

Mohammad Shafia, wife Tooba and son Hamed found guilty of first degree murder of 3 daughters and co-wife.

Canadian Television Gag Irks Muslims

A gag on Canadian television which showed Muslim "worshipers" preventing motorists from leaving a parking lot angers Muslims.

Canada Announces New Sanctions Against Syria

Canada sanctions Syrian banks, oil companies, and people associated with the Assad regime, in response to crackdown.

Netanyahu: EU Embargo ‘Step in Right Direction’

Prime Minister Netanyahu had cautious praise for the EU Monday, calling its decision to embargo Iranian oil "a step in the right direction."

Canada Imposes New Sanctions on Syria

Canada tightens its sanctions on Syria, bans export of software for telephone and internet monitoring.

Canadian Imam Compares Canada to Nazi Germany

A controversial Muslim cleric in Canada compared the country to Nazi Germany over a policy banning veils during the citizenship oath.

Kyoto on the Ropes at Durban

Environmentalists Face Uphill Fight in Effort to Extend Kyoto

The economic crisis, the double standard, and skepticism have placed the fate of the Kyoto Treaty in jeopardy.

U.S., Britain, Canada Announce New Iran Sanctions

As Iran inches closer to nuclear weapons, the U.S., Britain and Canada announce new sanctions on the Islamic Republic.

More Sanctions on Iran by West

As Iran plays “coy” with the United Nations, Western countries prepare to impose tough new sanctions on the Islamic Republic.

Canada Won't Raise UNESCO's Funding

Canada announces that it will not contribute additional funds to UNESCO over its decision to accept the PA as a full member.

Canada to Reconsider its Support to UNESCO

Canada will reconsider how much support it gives to UNESCO now that it has accepted the PA as a member, Foreign Minister John Baird says.

Canada Expels PA Official for ‘War Tweet’ on Jews

Palestinian Authority’s envoy to Canada was told to leave the country after she tweeted a link to a video urging a “war" to destroy Jews.”

Canada’s Foreign Minister Supports Israel in UN Speech

Canada's Foreign Minister said in his address to the UN that his country "will not accept or stay silent" while Israel is attacked.

Canada Still Backs Israel

Canadian Prime Minister and Foreign Minister Reject Abbas' Move

Canada announced its rejection of the Abbas proposal at the UN and coordinated matters with Israel Foreign Minister Avigdor Liberman

Harper Uses the "I" Word

Harper Wants to Reinstate Anti-terror Legislation

Stephen Harper wants to reinstate provisions adapted after 9/11 and calls Islamic terror the most dangerous threat.

Hizbullah Flag Flies in Toronto

Al-Quds Day rally in Toronto, Canada, marked by sharp anti-Israel messages and raising of the Hizbullah flag.

Canada: Holy Books Used for Cigarettes

Canadian journalist reports: prisoners used Bible to roll cigarettes, hide weapons.

Jerusalem Grove Dedicated to Victims of ‘Honor Killing’

Victims of “honor killings” – the Arab term for murdering suspected Muslim women – are being remembered Wednesday in Jerusalem.

Canada: Hackers ‘Kill’ Quebec Premier

Hackers attack website of Canadian newspaper, post fake item that Quebec Premier is dead.

Cancer Sidelines Jack Layton

Canada's Opposition Loses Leader at Critical Stage

Jack Layton, arguably Canda's most popular politician, is taking a leave of absence to fight cancer.

B'nai Brith Canada Slams Anti-Israel Graffiti in Ottawa

A Canadian Jewish group slams anti-Israeli vandals who spray-painted pro-Palestinian Authority messages in front of the Israeli embassy in Ottawa.

Paris Synagogue Bomb Suspect Fights Extradition from Canada

The defendant in a 1980 terrorist bombing of a Paris synagogue is fighting extradition from Canada to France.

Canada Imposes Sanctions Against Syria

Canada become the latest country to impose sanctions on Syria, preventing its leaders from traveling to Canada and banning trade.

Canada Rejects Obama “1967” Intervention

Harper government refuses to back Obama speech, says borders need to be negotiated by the two sides.

Victorious Conservatives Face New Opposition

Canadian Elections: Conservatives, headed by pro-Israel Stephen Harper, captured the parliamentary majority that has eluded them since 1988.

Canadian Elections from Boredom to Possible Sensation

Canada's elections may produce major surprises if the surge of the New Democratic Parties in the polls is replicated in the voting booth.

Stephen Harper Still the Man to Beat

While his minority government fell due to the rejection of his budget,prompting new elections, Prime Minister Stephen Harper remains the favorite.

Canada 'Vigorously Condemns' Gaza Attacks on Israel

Canada is calling Gaza rocket attacks on Israel “abhorrent and criminal” – and says Israel has a right to defend itself.

Canadian MPs: 'Israel's Values Are Canada's Values'

Canadian MPs from opposite sides of the isle unite in support of Israel at a campus event organized in response to Israel Apartheid Week protests.

Queen's Students to Anti-Israel Rector: Not In Our Name!

Canadian students are angered as school rector claims his anti-Israel views are the norm.

Canada to Boycott Durban Conference, Says it ‘Scapegoats’ Israel

Canadian Immigration Minister says Canada will not take part in Durban III, calling it a “hatefest” towards Israel.

Canada Backtracks and Lets Pro-Hamas Galloway in Country

Former British MP, previously banned from Canada for backing the Hamas terrorist group, backtracks and lets him speak across the country.

Canada: TV Show Creators Apologize for Anti-Semitic Slur

Trailer for new Canadian reality series featured a character saying she hates Jewish people.

Ashkenazi: Nasrallah Could Seize Power in Lebanon.

IDF Chief of Staff to conduct series of meetings this week with his Canadian counterpart as well as with other officials in Canada and the U.S.

Canadian PM Harper: A Threat to Jews Is a Threat to All of Us

Canadian Prime Minister Harper once again proves he’s Israel’s best friend, saying that a “threat to the Jewish People is a threat to all of us.”

Op-Ed: Prof. Phyllis Chesler-The Palestinianization of Feminism

This weekend's feminist conference at Quebec Univ. is for sanctions against--Israel, of course..

Anti-Israel Conference in Montreal

The anti-Israel BDS (Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions) Conference will be held at the University of Quebec in Montreal this coming weekend.

Popular Soup Boycotted Due to Halal Line of Products

Bloggers call to boycott Campbell Soup after it introduces halal line of soups in Canada, certified by an organization with possible Hamas ties.

Canada Punished in UN for Backing Israel

The UN has humiliated Canada and rejected its bid for a seat on the Security Council. Canadian media cite the reason: Ottawa’s pro-Israel stand.

Terror Cell Uncovered in Canada

Former Canadian Idol contestant has been arrested with two others on suspicion of terror activity.

Canada: Book Demonizing Israel in School Libraries

Toronto’s school board supports keeping of anti-Israel novel in school libraries.

The Controversial Legacy of Charlotte Whitton

Jewish groups say Canadian capital’s first female mayor shouldn't be honored due to her anti-Semitism.

Canadian Military Shopping Blue and White?

A Canadian military commander toured an Israeli Air Force base last week while holding talks with Israel's top military brass.

Air Canada Embarrassed Following Security Breach

YouTube video shows face covered Muslims boarding plane without being checked

Arab-Israeli Group Sues Canada for Funding Cuts

An Arab-Israeli NGO is suing a Canadian government organization to restore funding. Its three-year grants were terminated after the second year.

Canadian Legislator Faces Ouster over Anti-Israel Remarks

Canadians are demanding the ouster of a parliamentarian who said that Israel has no right to exist.

Canada Does Without Israel's Medical Isotopes

The Canadian government has rejected a plan by a medical isotope supplier to offset a severe shortage by importing the material from Israel.

‘Perfect Timing’ for Netanyahu in Toronto ‘Walk for Israel’

Netanyahu joins Toronto’s Walk for Israel. His spokesman said it is "perfect timing" for the first Prime Ministerial visit to Ottawa in 16 years.

Campaign Against Canada-Israel Friendship Stamp

Canadian postal workers hid stamps issued by their government last month that celebrated 60 years of friendship with the State of Israel.

Netanyahu to Visit Canada

PM Netanyahu plans a trip to Canada; his visit will be the first since Rabin's administration.

Canadian Media, Ontario Legislature, Condemn ‘Apartheid Week’

The province of Ontario and Canadian media have condemned tying Israel with ‘apartheid,” but 500 Montreal artists back boycott of Israel.

Arutz-7 Expose Cancels ‘Bad Taste’ Promotion for Israel

An Arutz-7 Hebrew site exposé helps cancel a pro-Israel video using sexual innuendo. The Foreign Ministry said the idea was not Jerusalem's.

Ottawa Minister: An Attack on Israel is an Attack on Canada

An Iranian attack on Israel would be considered as an attack on Canada, a senior minister said. “A military strike is the last possible option.”

Canada to Offer Shariah-Compliant Mortgages?

Islamic law-compliant mortgages may soon be offered in Canada, according to the Canada Mortgage and Housing Corp.

Muslim Blood Libels against Jews Spread to Canada

A surge of blood libels against Israel and Jews has spread to Canada, where a Muslim newspaper accused Jews of harvesting children’s organs.

Turmoil in Canada over Alleged War Crimes in Afghanistan

A veteran Canadian foreign service officer has charged the government with hiding war crimes in Afghanistan. Goldstone has not commented.

Al Jazeera to Broadcast in Canada

Al Jazeera English will likely be cleared for Canadian broadcasting this summer following months of debate and opposition.

Anti-Israel Education: Canadian ‘Loaded Bomb’ Question

A Canadian province asked students which people “were driven out” of their “homeland” in 1948 and refused their “rights” by Israel.