Canada

Over 100 Canadian Jewish institutions, synagogues, targeted in mass bomb threat

Thornhill MP Melissa Lantsman and Eglinton-Lawrence MP Marco Mendicino gave estimates on social media that between 100-125 Jewish institutions were targeted in the mass bomb threat.

Jewish NGOs, Ottawa mayor withdraw from pride parade over 'genocide' statement

Jewish organizations and Ottawa's mayor pull out of Capital Pride after its controversial statement accusing Israel of genocide in Gaza, sparking community tensions.

Shemi Zarhin’s ‘Bliss’ to be centerpiece at Toronto International Film Festival

Bliss tells the story of a couple, played by Sasson Gabay and Assi Levy, who struggle to make ends meet and live in northern Israel.

Canada chief human rights commissioner resigns after controversy over Israel activity

Birju Dattani announced his resignation in a LinkedIn post Monday, saying "I have agreed to resign as Chief Commissioner of the Canadian Human Rights Commission, effective today."

By REUTERS
12/08/2024

Canada to pull children of diplomats out of Israel, Canadian Press reports

Amid growing fears of a broader conflict in the Middle East, Canada evacuates diplomats' families from Israel.

By REUTERS
08/08/2024

Activists praise Ismail Haniyeh at Montreal, Toronto rallies

During the "night of rage" event later that evening, speakers said that they would never recognize Israel and glorified Haniyeh and other terrorists who died fighting against Israel.

‘The flood is coming': Threatening pro-Hamas graffiti left near Calgary synagogue

The Calgary Federation said on social media that the reference emphasized an “insidious” intent to intimidate the community.

Canada revoking JNF Canada charitable status, JNF says motive antisemitic

JNF suggested that anti-Zionist or antisemitic motives within the ranks of CRA may have influenced the decision.

Leaders of Australia, New Zealand and Canada call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza

"Israel must listen to the concerns of the international community," the leader's statement said.

By REUTERS
26/07/2024

Canadian court issues injunction against rules limiting Kosher meat production

The result is that many Jews will not be able to access kosher beef and veal either because it is simply not available, or the cost is prohibitive.

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