News for CIJA Anti-Semitic hate crimes rise in Toronto and areaAnnual reports find hate crimes increased by more than 50% in Toronto and by 20% in York Region in 2020. Jews remain most targeted religious group for hate crimes in CanadaStatistics Canada report for 2019 finds 7% increase in police-reported hate crimes in Canada that year. Jewish groups denounce Canadian lawmaker's talk with CorbynBritish and Canadian Jewish groups express concern over a Canadian lawmaker's planned virtual talk with former Labour leader. Jewish organizations criticize Canada’s support of biased UN resolutionThree Jewish groups in Canada express disappointment after government votes in favor of UN resolution on Palestinian self-determination. Canadian Jewish groups call on PM: Return to principled voting at UNPrime Minister Justin Trudeau's government last year changed course on its voting on UN resolutions entitled "The Question of Palestine." Toronto's York University introduces new accountability measuresNew procedures follow external review process after violent protests last November during a program run by a Jewish campus club. Canadian municipalities adopt IHRA's anti-Semitism definitionYork Regional Council, representing municipalities north of Toronto, adopts IHRA working definition of anti-Semitism. Montreal Jewish student harassed over Israel tripCanadian Jewish advocacy group criticizes McGill University student council for calling on student to resign over planned Israel trip.Canada votes in favor of UN resolution condemning IsraelCanada changes course, votes in favor of UN resolution in support of Palestinian Arabs' right to self-determination. Canadian Jewish organizations condemn attack in GermanyCanadian Jewish organizations call for heightened police security around Jewish institutions in Germany. Canadian Government to appeal court ruling on 'settlement' wineJewish groups welcome Government appeal of court ruling that Judea and Samaria wine cannot be labeled as products made in Israel. Jewish Canadian organizations: Suspend funding to UNRWACIJA, B'nai Brith Canada urge government to suspend funding to UN agency for "Palestinian refugees" in wake of corruption report. Canadian PM calls for probe of Gaza violenceCanadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau expresses concern over Gaza violence but fails to mention Hamas role in encouraging it. BUYcott fights BDS in CanadaThe Canadian Jewish Advocacy (CIJA) is fighting BDS initiatives by actively encouraging the purchase of Israeli products. Swastika graffiti at University of TorontoSeveral swastikas found painted in several locations at the University of Toronto. Local Jewish groups condemn. Liberals Win Canadian Elections'Dark horse' candidate Justin Trudeau wins, ending Conservative power in Canada. What does that mean for Israel? Canadian Jewish Group Meets with Jordanian KingAmman encouraged main Jewish caucus CIJA to advocate for a Palestinian state; Syrian refugee program with Canada in the works. Expert: Syria War Crimes Case at ICC 'Unlikely'War crimes prosecution can only happen under a regime change, experts say, as Assad is likely to be involved in any short-term solution. Jewish Groups Support Canadian Immigration ReformC-24 bill could tighten immigration restrictions, bring to justice immigration fraud cases and prevent terrorism, supporters say. Anti-Semitic Organization Loses Canadian FundingCanadian Arab Federation's appeal to regain government funding fails, after evidence mounts of intense anti-Semitism. Canada: Jewish Groups Against Bill 60Bill to outlaw religious symbols in the public sphere subject of ongoing criticism from religious groups; CIJA, CJA push for recall. Canadian Activists Campaign Against Iran DealCampaign to verify Iran's compliance with agreement, replace interim measures with permanent end to program. Muslim Denies His Inciteful Remarks Were IllegalMan who called for Israelis to be shot if they don't leave their homes says the remarks were “inflammatory” but not illegal.Group Condemns Hateful Remarks at Toronto RallyThe Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs condemns the call to murder Israelis at the Al-Quds Day rally in downtown Toronto. Group Welcomes Canada's Decision on IranCentre for Israel and Jewish Affairs welcomes Canada's decision to cut off ties with Iran, says it is "an appropriate Canadian response." Canadian Jewish Group: Boycott United ChurchCanadian Jewish community called to cut ties with the United Church of Canada after it affirms a boycott of 'settlements'. |
