Canada

Boycott of Samaria Products Will Harm PA Arabs, Says Ha'ivri

David Ha’ivri of the Shomron Liaison Office has just one question for the United Church of Canada: “Do you realize what you’re doing?”

Video: Jewish Groups Document Canadian 'Anti-Semitic Hate Rally'

Canadian Jewish groups urge the Ontario government to stop an “anti-Semitic hate rally” from taking place on the steps of the legislature.

Lebanese Arrested in Canada for Hizbullah Ties

A Lebanese woman has been arrested in Canada on suspicion of links to the Hizbullah terrorist organization.

Hitler Baby Poster Sparks Controversy in Montreal

Advertisements for a festival in Montreal, featuring a baby sporting the mustache of Adolf Hitler, have stirred outrage in Jewish community.

Canadian Senators Warn Against Israel Boycott

Nine senators in Canada have warned the United Church that a boycott of goods from Judea and Samaria could harm Israel and interfaith ties.

Canada Condemns Iranian VP for Anti-Semitic Remarks

Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister, John Baird, condemned the anti-Semitic statements made by Iran's Vice President during a UN conference.

EU Harper Clash At G-20

Harper Rules Out Canadian Cash For European Bailouts

Canadian Prime Minister chided European leaders for lack of resolution and adhering to extravagant social spending.

Jewish Leader: Canada Should Play Larger Role in Mideast

The head of the World Jewish Congress, Ronald S. Lauder, said that Canada should play a larger role in Middle East negotiations.

Report: Canadian Campuses Rife with Antisemitism

A two-year investigation by the CPCCA revealed Jewish students face anti-Semitic slurs while sympathetic professors fear for their careers

Canadian Rabbis Urge Peres to Advocate for Pollard

Int'l Jewry continues to press Israel's leaders to act on behalf of Johnathan Pollard.

Peres in Canada: Science Will Change Government

President Shimon Peres says that science can be neither conquered nor defended by armies and its advancement will change government.

Peres Touts Israeli-Canadian Relations in Ottawa

President Shimon Peres praised Canada's long friendship with Israel as he conducts a series of working meetings with leaders there.

Peres Flies to Canada; Iran Top Issue

Peres flies to Canada for a five-day visit with the pro-Israel government and Jewish leaders. The Iranian nuclear threat tops the agenda.

Critic: Reputation of United Church Tarnished by Israel Boycotts

Jewish leaders: Anti-Israel minority that seeks to boycott, demonize Jewish state is tarnishing reputation of the United Church of Canada.

Harper Extends Independence Well Wishes to Israel

Canadian prime minister Stephen Harper extended Israel his nation's well-wishes as the Jewish state turns 64

Muslim Book Calling for World Domination Sold in Canada

The Toronto Sun exposes more controversial Islamic books being sold in Canada, including ones urging Muslims to usurp the West.

Winner of Israel's Singing Competition Gives 'Voice' to Aliyah

Canadian immigrant, Kathleen Rieter was declared first place winner on Israel’s popular television show, ‘The Voice'

Book Guiding Arab Men to Abuse Wives On Sale in Canada

A book advising Muslim men how to abuse and control their wives is being sold in a local Canadian bookstore.

Canada Joins Israel in Blocking Hamas at UNHRC

Israel and Canada joined forces to block a Hamas official from addressing a session of the UN Human Rights Council in Geneva

Netanyahu Returns to Israel: We Can Defend Ourselves

Prime Minister Netanyahu returns to Israel after visiting Canada and the U.S. "We can defend ourselves and have many friends at our side."

A Shabbat Zachor to Remember: Netanyahu's Advisers in Ottawa

PM Binyamin Netanyahu’s senior advisers had a unique Shabbat Zachor experience in the Canadian capital last week.

Canadian Anti-Israel Group Seeks to Boycott Retail Giant

A pro-Arab, anti-Israel group in Canada seeks to boycott Sears for selling Israeli products. BUYcott is fighting back.

Canadian Minister Supports Israeli-Owned Store

Minister Jason Kenney personally comes to visit a Vancouver store which sells Israeli products and has been the subject of protests.

Netanyahu to Meet Harper Before Obama

Prime Minister Binyamin Netanyahu is expected to make a stopover in Ottawa to meet with Prime Minister Harper before heading to Washington.

Canada: Baby Dies After Being Attacked by Dog

A newborn baby boy died after a family dog with turned on the child inside the family’s home near Calgary.

Muslim Extremists Number One Terror Threat, Canada Warns

Muslim extremists are the “leading threat to Canada’s national security,” warns a Cabinet minister, but media whitewash his report.

Harper Gets Pandas + Contracts

Republicans Blame Obama For Losing Canadian Oil To Chinese

Republicans are fuming over Canada's energy agreement with China and blaming Obama.

Canadian FM: Israel Has Every Right to Feel Threatened by Iran

Canada’s Foreign Affairs Minister compares Iran's threats against Israel to the Nazi Holocaust

Canadian Foreign Minister Visits Kfar Chabad

Canadian Foreign Minister John Baird munched on matzah and pressed the flesh Tuesday in a visit to Israel's Kfar Chabad village.

Canadian FM: PA Statehood Bid 'Profoundly Wrong'

Canadian FM John Baird said his nation 'does not stand behind Israel; Canada stands shoulder-to-shoulder with Israel.

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.