Watchdog reports uptick in online antisemitism, conspiracy theories after Canada synagogue attack
The flagged content included posts celebrating the shooting and expressing regret that no worshippers were injured.
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Muslim Association of Canada apologizes for 'Jew free' appearing in word cloud during youth convent
The Muslim Association of Canada apologized after “Jew free” appeared in a convention word cloud, blaming an anonymous actor as HonestReporting condemned it as “normalized Jew hate.”
Israel Now forms 'New Jewish Defense Force' to fight rising antisemitism in Canada
Weinstein said that the group's immediate focus will involve documenting where hostile groups and individuals operate, conducting research, and gathering intelligence to confront security threats.
Canada synagogue firebomber was promised $15,000 for attack, motivated by drugs, not antisemitism
Mohamed Ilyess Akodad pleaded guilty to the attack, telling the court that he believes he deserves to be "severely punished" during his sentencing.
Carney promises to combat antisemitism in Canada, citing surge in hate crimes
"The crisis of antisemitism in Canada today is specific, it's severe, and it demands a targeted response," said Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney.
‘Stop marching,’ Victoria Police in Canada tell pro-Palestine demonstrators due to police strain
Police asked organizers and participants to remain on the legislature lawn instead, “where the environment is safer and more controlled.”
In aftermath of synagogue shootings, Canada pledges $ 10m. to Jewish safety, community protection
Minister of Public Safety Gary announced that a dedicated investment of up to $10 million will be provided to eligible organizations, which will assist Jewish communities in enhancing security.
Jewish summer camps in Canada face pressure campaign over alleged 'Israeli military' ties
Anti-Israel groups in Canada are urging protests and accreditation pressure against Jewish summer camps, accusing them of supporting Israel and the IDF.
'Antisemitic witch hunt': MP's petition calls for all IDF soldiers in Canada to be investigated
The petition is based on the Crimes Against Humanity and War Crimes Act (CAHWCA), which allows the prosecution of crimes listed in the act, regardless of where they were committed.
Hundreds of Hamas-linked operatives had ties to Canada on Oct. 7 - report
Multiple Canadian residents were discovered to be funding or active within Hamas.
Canada proposes hate crime legal regime amid rising antisemitism
The C-9 Combating Hate Act would introduce a hate crime offense, a legal definition of hatred, and so-called "bubble laws" to prevent belligerent picketing of religious and cultural centers.
32 Liberal MPs call for action against antisemitism in Canada, but some Jewish orgs skeptical
The MPs said that the situation demanded a "call to action for all Canadians, all levels of government, law enforcement, schools, public institutions, and places of work."
Canada’s antisemitism envoy resigns abruptly: ‘It was hard to get people to speak up’
Deborah Lyons had been serving as Canada’s special envoy on preserving Holocaust remembrance and combatting antisemitism since she took the job soon after Hamas’s October 7 massacre.
National Security Council issues travel warning for Jews, Israelis in Canada
Canadian Jews reported concerns regarding their safety and antisemitism in the months before the recent election.
Canada holds national antisemitism forum amid rising anti-Jewish incidents
Canadian ministers and Attorney-General met and discussed with provincial and municipal officials, law enforcement and prosecutorial representatives, and Jewish community leaders.
Third of Jewish Ontario doctors consider leaving Canada over antisemitism
“I feel I no longer belong in Canada and may need to flee,” one respondent reportedly told JMAO.
As antisemitism soars, The Jerusalem Post rallies behind Canada’s Jews
We invite all who believe in justice to join us in Toronto, to stand against the rising tide of hate, and to affirm that antisemitism has no place in Canada—or anywhere else.
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