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The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs is the advocacy agent of Jewish Federations of Canada-UIA, representing Jewish Federations across Canada.

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A white Chanukah! Winter has arrived & coated Mount Hermon in snow. Perhaps quiet will allow Israel's children to soon return to play.

A white Chanukah! Winter has arrived & coated Mount Hermon in snow. Perhaps quiet will allow Israel's children to soon return to play.

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We’re fed up. Canadians are fed up. For months, Jews in 🇨🇦 have been intimidated by anti-Israel radicals. Aggressive demonstrations have taken place outside synagogues and taken over Jewish neighbourhoods, calls of ‘Death to the Jews’ have been chanted in front of Jewish schools — some of which have been shot at while others threatened with bombs — Jewish businesses have been vandalized, and Jewish students have been assaulted on campus. And yet those behind these incidents try to claim they are being vilified as antisemitic. They claim they have nothing against Jews. Well, let this erase any misconceptions: here is yet another proof point that their targeting of the Jewish community is calculated and deliberate. It’s long past time that the hateful people behind this and every other antisemitic act are held accountable. Law enforcement stepping up to put a stop to this is exactly what is needed and what we've been calling for.

We’re fed up. Canadians are fed up. For months, Jews in 🇨🇦 have been intimidated by anti-Israel radicals. Aggressive demonstrations have taken place outside synagogues and taken over Jewish neighbourhoods, calls of ‘Death to the Jews’ have been chanted in front of Jewish schools — some of which have been shot at while others threatened with bombs — Jewish businesses have been vandalized, and Jewish students have been assaulted on campus. And yet those behind these incidents try to claim they are being vilified as antisemitic. They claim they have nothing against Jews. Well, let this erase any misconceptions: here is yet another proof point that their targeting of the Jewish community is calculated and deliberate. It’s long past time that the hateful people behind this and every other antisemitic act are held accountable. Law enforcement stepping up to put a stop to this is exactly what is needed and what we've been calling for.

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‘There’s going to be more to come.' Limon — a restaurant in The Beaches neighbourhood of Toronto — is experiencing significant hostility and threats directed toward their staff and business, including emails, voicemails, targeted false reviews, and threats of vandalism. This call, one suggesting a similar outcome to the November 7 Amsterdam pogrom will happen in Toronto, is just one of many threatening phone calls received since that horrific attack on Israeli soccer fans. A police report has been made. Harassing and threatening owners and staff of a restaurant in Toronto because of the Israel-Hamas war is unacceptable. Hatred towards Jews and Israelis, or members of any faith, ethnic, cultural and/or marginalized group, must be condemned. Everyone must take a stand and summon the moral courage to stand up, speak out, and act against Jew-hatred and antisemitism now. Enough is enough. #Buycott

‘There’s going to be more to come.' Limon — a restaurant in The Beaches neighbourhood of Toronto — is experiencing significant hostility and threats directed toward their staff and business, including emails, voicemails, targeted false reviews, and threats of vandalism. This call, one suggesting a similar outcome to the November 7 Amsterdam pogrom will happen in Toronto, is just one of many threatening phone calls received since that horrific attack on Israeli soccer fans. A police report has been made. Harassing and threatening owners and staff of a restaurant in Toronto because of the Israel-Hamas war is unacceptable. Hatred towards Jews and Israelis, or members of any faith, ethnic, cultural and/or marginalized group, must be condemned. Everyone must take a stand and summon the moral courage to stand up, speak out, and act against Jew-hatred and antisemitism now. Enough is enough. #Buycott

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The Prime Minister is absolutely right: a safer, more prosperous future for Israelis and Palestinians requires an end to rejection of Israel’s right to exist -- an essential ingredient for peace in the Middle East.

The Prime Minister is absolutely right: a safer, more prosperous future for Israelis and Palestinians requires an end to rejection of Israel’s right to exist -- an essential ingredient for peace in the Middle East.

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On the streets of Vancouver more chants from a crowd of protestors yelling “long live October 7!” A chant led by a senior member of 🇨🇦 not-for-profit Samidoun — a group with connections to the terror organization PFLP and a group we’ve continually raised concerns over. The Canadian government finally needs to list Samidoun as a terrorist entity. Dominic LeBlanc Public Safety Canada

On the streets of Vancouver more chants from a crowd of protestors yelling “long live October 7!” A chant led by a senior member of 🇨🇦 not-for-profit Samidoun — a group with connections to the terror organization PFLP and a group we’ve continually raised concerns over. The Canadian government finally needs to list Samidoun as a terrorist entity. Dominic LeBlanc Public Safety Canada

623,379 views • 2 years ago

Rt. Hon. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at today's #YomHashoah commemoration in Ottawa. "In a country like Canada, it should be and it must be, safe to declare oneself a Zionist - Jewish or not. Zionism is not a dirty word or something anyone should be targeted for agreeing with. It is the belief, at its simplest, that Jewish people, like all peoples, have a right to determine their own future." "You can be a Zionist and strongly support the creation of a Palestinian state living in peace and security alongside Israel - a view I know is shared by many in the Jewish community and across Canada. It is my belief too."

Rt. Hon. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau at today's #YomHashoah commemoration in Ottawa. "In a country like Canada, it should be and it must be, safe to declare oneself a Zionist - Jewish or not. Zionism is not a dirty word or something anyone should be targeted for agreeing with. It is the belief, at its simplest, that Jewish people, like all peoples, have a right to determine their own future." "You can be a Zionist and strongly support the creation of a Palestinian state living in peace and security alongside Israel - a view I know is shared by many in the Jewish community and across Canada. It is my belief too."

531,336 views • 2 years ago

The blood of dead babies - Israeli & Palestinian - is on #Hamas. Rhetoric like PM Justin Trudeau's today enables Hamas to continue to cynically & criminally use the Palestinian civilian population as human shields to advance its genocidal goal. And, while surely not his intent, such assertions also fuel #Antisemitism at home here in #Canada. Unless #Israel destroys Hamas, Hamas will continue to destroy the hopes of Palestinians & Israelis alike to pursue a future of peace. If Canada wants to contribute to the goal of sustainable peace, it will stand firmly with Israel as it toils to remove the murderous Hamas regime from Gaza. Anything less condemns the region to perpetual suffering for all. Prime Minister - there can be no half measures in the struggle to rid the region of Hamas, as painful as that may be & despite Israel’s extensive measures to minimize civilian casualties that go beyond those required by international law. #cdnpoli

The blood of dead babies - Israeli & Palestinian - is on #Hamas. Rhetoric like PM Justin Trudeau's today enables Hamas to continue to cynically & criminally use the Palestinian civilian population as human shields to advance its genocidal goal. And, while surely not his intent, such assertions also fuel #Antisemitism at home here in #Canada. Unless #Israel destroys Hamas, Hamas will continue to destroy the hopes of Palestinians & Israelis alike to pursue a future of peace. If Canada wants to contribute to the goal of sustainable peace, it will stand firmly with Israel as it toils to remove the murderous Hamas regime from Gaza. Anything less condemns the region to perpetual suffering for all. Prime Minister - there can be no half measures in the struggle to rid the region of Hamas, as painful as that may be & despite Israel’s extensive measures to minimize civilian casualties that go beyond those required by international law. #cdnpoli

529,095 views • 2 years ago

At the Subcommittee on International Human Rights, Iranian Canadian community leaders Kaveh Shahrooz کاوه شهروز, Nazanin Boniadi and Nazanin Afshin-Jam MacKay spoke out on behalf of the courageous Iranians that are risking all in their fight for freedom from the brutal Islamic regime. The regime is a threat to its people, its region, and to the world, including Canada. Urge the Canadian government to support a better future for the Iranian people by sending a direct message. Go to to take action.

At the Subcommittee on International Human Rights, Iranian Canadian community leaders Kaveh Shahrooz کاوه شهروز, Nazanin Boniadi and Nazanin Afshin-Jam MacKay spoke out on behalf of the courageous Iranians that are risking all in their fight for freedom from the brutal Islamic regime. The regime is a threat to its people, its region, and to the world, including Canada. Urge the Canadian government to support a better future for the Iranian people by sending a direct message. Go to to take action.

70,986 views • 4 months ago

🔴 People across #Canada out just trying to do their holiday shopping & trying to get their kids’ pictures with Santa are bombarded by mobs of masked protestors shouting violent & hateful messages. These incidents are taking place without consequence. Public leaders must take action. #cdnpoli #EnoughIsEnough

🔴 People across #Canada out just trying to do their holiday shopping & trying to get their kids’ pictures with Santa are bombarded by mobs of masked protestors shouting violent & hateful messages. These incidents are taking place without consequence. Public leaders must take action. #cdnpoli #EnoughIsEnough

258,055 views • 2 years ago

"Settlers, settlers go back home! Palestine is ours alone!" The rallies disrupting #Toronto residents make it clear - this is not about creating peace among Israelis & Palestinians - it is about ridding the Jewish state of its Jews & about importing the conflict to #Canada. #cdnpoli

"Settlers, settlers go back home! Palestine is ours alone!" The rallies disrupting #Toronto residents make it clear - this is not about creating peace among Israelis & Palestinians - it is about ridding the Jewish state of its Jews & about importing the conflict to #Canada. #cdnpoli

217,529 views • 2 years ago

A student talks about the targeting of Jewish students at Concordia University university yesterday, bragging that "We terrified them!" Let us be clear - we will not be paralyzed by fear. We will continue to advocate & work with law enforcement to ensure the safety & security of the community. We will continue to stand proud & tall as Jewish Canadians. #cndpoli #AmIsraelChai

A student talks about the targeting of Jewish students at Concordia University university yesterday, bragging that "We terrified them!" Let us be clear - we will not be paralyzed by fear. We will continue to advocate & work with law enforcement to ensure the safety & security of the community. We will continue to stand proud & tall as Jewish Canadians. #cndpoli #AmIsraelChai

157,447 views • 2 years ago

UPDATE: Today at a Parliamentary Committee, Rachael Thomas asked CBC President and CEO Marie-Philippe Bouchard an important question: "Will you commit to a thorough investigation into systemic racism within your organization?" Disappointingly, Ms. Bouchard declined to provide a clear commitment to Canadians. At a time of rising hate, Canadians deserve accountability through an investigation into systemic racism and bias at the national public broadcaster.

UPDATE: Today at a Parliamentary Committee, Rachael Thomas asked CBC President and CEO Marie-Philippe Bouchard an important question: "Will you commit to a thorough investigation into systemic racism within your organization?" Disappointingly, Ms. Bouchard declined to provide a clear commitment to Canadians. At a time of rising hate, Canadians deserve accountability through an investigation into systemic racism and bias at the national public broadcaster.

41,970 views • 7 months ago

By comparing mass murderer Yayha Sinwar and human rights hero Nelson Mandela, the Mayor of Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish has - again - crossed a line with her recent statement during a City Council meeting earlier today. “I just want to point out, and I’m not being facetious, Nelson Mandela was declared a terrorist by the United States of America ‘til the year 2008. Your terrorist and somebody else’s terrorist may be two different things.” Yayha Sinwar was a terrorist, the main architect of the October 7 attacks and the leader of Hamas in Gaza, responsible for the deaths of thousands of Israelis and Palestinians. Hamas is recognized as a terrorist entity by many countries around the world including Canada. Of course, the Government that listed Hamas as a terrorist entity was... Ms. Parrish's own party, back in 2002, as she was serving as a Member of Parliament. Making any correlation to Nelson Mandela, a man honoured with the Nobel Peace Prize, to Yayha Sinwar, is despicable. It is an insult to the too-many families who have lost loved ones because of Sinwar, including Canadians. Mayor Parrish's moral compass is obviously broken. Moreover, with this odious comparison, she sullied the reputation of the city she leads. Mississaugans, and frankly Ontarians and Canadians, deserve better. The Mayor should apologize immediately for these remarks.

By comparing mass murderer Yayha Sinwar and human rights hero Nelson Mandela, the Mayor of Mississauga Mayor Carolyn Parrish has - again - crossed a line with her recent statement during a City Council meeting earlier today. “I just want to point out, and I’m not being facetious, Nelson Mandela was declared a terrorist by the United States of America ‘til the year 2008. Your terrorist and somebody else’s terrorist may be two different things.” Yayha Sinwar was a terrorist, the main architect of the October 7 attacks and the leader of Hamas in Gaza, responsible for the deaths of thousands of Israelis and Palestinians. Hamas is recognized as a terrorist entity by many countries around the world including Canada. Of course, the Government that listed Hamas as a terrorist entity was... Ms. Parrish's own party, back in 2002, as she was serving as a Member of Parliament. Making any correlation to Nelson Mandela, a man honoured with the Nobel Peace Prize, to Yayha Sinwar, is despicable. It is an insult to the too-many families who have lost loved ones because of Sinwar, including Canadians. Mayor Parrish's moral compass is obviously broken. Moreover, with this odious comparison, she sullied the reputation of the city she leads. Mississaugans, and frankly Ontarians and Canadians, deserve better. The Mayor should apologize immediately for these remarks.

80,093 views • 1 year ago

This election will be about the soul of Canada. As proud Canadians and proud Jews, we won’t sit back when our safety and freedom are under attack. We fight back—smart, hard, and with every tool of our democracy. Sign up now to do much more than just vote:

This election will be about the soul of Canada. As proud Canadians and proud Jews, we won’t sit back when our safety and freedom are under attack. We fight back—smart, hard, and with every tool of our democracy. Sign up now to do much more than just vote:

58,834 views • 1 year ago

We commend Dr. Arsalan Kahnemuyipour and the many Iranian Canadians who wrote to CBC to demand an honest portrayal of the protests and violence in Iran. Last week, Power & Politics platformed a spokesperson from an organization repeating Islamic Regime talking points and blaming events on “foreign governments.” Yesterday, Dr. Kahnemuyipour set the record straight, amplifying the voices of Iranian Canadians—many of whom have lost loved ones. While the host apologized, this points to a deeper systemic problem at the public broadcaster. The CBC must be held accountable and not continue to platform voices claiming to represent Canadians while advancing narratives of the Islamic Regime and the terror groups it supports. Watch the full interview here:

We commend Dr. Arsalan Kahnemuyipour and the many Iranian Canadians who wrote to CBC to demand an honest portrayal of the protests and violence in Iran. Last week, Power & Politics platformed a spokesperson from an organization repeating Islamic Regime talking points and blaming events on “foreign governments.” Yesterday, Dr. Kahnemuyipour set the record straight, amplifying the voices of Iranian Canadians—many of whom have lost loved ones. While the host apologized, this points to a deeper systemic problem at the public broadcaster. The CBC must be held accountable and not continue to platform voices claiming to represent Canadians while advancing narratives of the Islamic Regime and the terror groups it supports. Watch the full interview here:

24,015 views • 4 months ago

“The final solution is coming your way.” Today in Montreal, a masked extremist, supposedly on strike, violently threatens a Jewish bystander, using Nazi terminology, demonstrating their intent to import the intifada here and kill Jews. This public hate speech, inciting violence, and threatening death to Jews in 2024 on the streets of Montreal requires a strong and immediate response from law enforcement. Enough is enough! Police Montréal #polmtl #polqc

“The final solution is coming your way.” Today in Montreal, a masked extremist, supposedly on strike, violently threatens a Jewish bystander, using Nazi terminology, demonstrating their intent to import the intifada here and kill Jews. This public hate speech, inciting violence, and threatening death to Jews in 2024 on the streets of Montreal requires a strong and immediate response from law enforcement. Enough is enough! Police Montréal #polmtl #polqc

65,125 views • 1 year ago

Prime Minister Carney said Mahmoud Abbas committed to hold general elections in 2026. Yet on the same day, a Palestinian diplomat told the CBC: the Palestinian Authority cannot commit to elections. Empty promises by a Palestinian leader who has no credibility risks setting the stage for another failed Palestinian pseudo-state. Take action. Call your MP. Tell them: No recognition without real change. 📷

Prime Minister Carney said Mahmoud Abbas committed to hold general elections in 2026. Yet on the same day, a Palestinian diplomat told the CBC: the Palestinian Authority cannot commit to elections. Empty promises by a Palestinian leader who has no credibility risks setting the stage for another failed Palestinian pseudo-state. Take action. Call your MP. Tell them: No recognition without real change. 📷

28,513 views • 10 months ago

We don’t need more wake-up calls. It’s time to wake up. Following today’s Toronto Police announcement, and in the wake of the deadly Sydney terror attack, our CEO Noah Shack underscored the urgent need for governments at all levels to act now to protect Canadians -- before it’s too late. This is a fight for Canada. Join our movement of community advocates here:

We don’t need more wake-up calls. It’s time to wake up. Following today’s Toronto Police announcement, and in the wake of the deadly Sydney terror attack, our CEO Noah Shack underscored the urgent need for governments at all levels to act now to protect Canadians -- before it’s too late. This is a fight for Canada. Join our movement of community advocates here:

17,878 views • 5 months ago

Congratulations to Pierre Poilievre on decisively securing a renewed mandate from CPC members this weekend. We recognize Mr. Poilievre’s decades of steadfast support for our community, his contributions to strengthening the Canada–Israel partnership, and his leadership in the fight to end antisemitism — as so clearly articulated in his keynote address.

Congratulations to Pierre Poilievre on decisively securing a renewed mandate from CPC members this weekend. We recognize Mr. Poilievre’s decades of steadfast support for our community, his contributions to strengthening the Canada–Israel partnership, and his leadership in the fight to end antisemitism — as so clearly articulated in his keynote address.

12,535 views • 4 months ago

Radical Islamist preacher Sheikh Assim Al-Hakeem is a security risk to 🇨🇦. He is currently touring the country giving lectures and participating in various other events. Al-Hakeem represents a danger to the Jewish community - he encourages division, amplifies vile antisemitic rhetoric, and spreads extremist ideologies that have no place in our society and alongside our values. This visit is also part of a trend in which radical Islamist, antisemitic and homophobic speakers are being invited to visit Canada to hold events. The public and the authorities must understand that, beyond the attack on our community, these despicable and toxic ideologies are forced on all of us as Canadians. Hatemongers like Sheikh Assim Al-Hakeem should not be allowed to enter our country to promote their evil agenda. Period!

Radical Islamist preacher Sheikh Assim Al-Hakeem is a security risk to 🇨🇦. He is currently touring the country giving lectures and participating in various other events. Al-Hakeem represents a danger to the Jewish community - he encourages division, amplifies vile antisemitic rhetoric, and spreads extremist ideologies that have no place in our society and alongside our values. This visit is also part of a trend in which radical Islamist, antisemitic and homophobic speakers are being invited to visit Canada to hold events. The public and the authorities must understand that, beyond the attack on our community, these despicable and toxic ideologies are forced on all of us as Canadians. Hatemongers like Sheikh Assim Al-Hakeem should not be allowed to enter our country to promote their evil agenda. Period!

38,759 views • 1 year ago

This is not acceptable governance of a city. Send a message to City of Mississauga City Councillors that if Mayor Mayor Carolyn Parrish does not apologize unreservedly by November 22, Mississauga City Council should move to censure her until she recognizes the impacts of her words. Visit to learn how to make your voice heard!

This is not acceptable governance of a city. Send a message to City of Mississauga City Councillors that if Mayor Mayor Carolyn Parrish does not apologize unreservedly by November 22, Mississauga City Council should move to censure her until she recognizes the impacts of her words. Visit to learn how to make your voice heard!

29,086 views • 1 year ago

Speaking again at the National Holocaust Memorial in Ottawa, Official Leader of the Opposition, Pierre Poilievre, shared a message all Canadians should hear: "We must stand up for the right of Jews to live safely, peacefully and openly." Watch the full remarks here:

Speaking again at the National Holocaust Memorial in Ottawa, Official Leader of the Opposition, Pierre Poilievre, shared a message all Canadians should hear: "We must stand up for the right of Jews to live safely, peacefully and openly." Watch the full remarks here:

10,362 views • 4 months ago

“This is not about genocide. It is about shamelessly & dishonestly attacking the Jewish people & the Jewish State." Thank you to Leader of the Official Opposition Pierre Poilievre for your clear & principled position in standing against #SouthAfrica's libelous genocide proceedings against #Israel at the Int'l Criminal Court. #cdnpoli

“This is not about genocide. It is about shamelessly & dishonestly attacking the Jewish people & the Jewish State." Thank you to Leader of the Official Opposition Pierre Poilievre for your clear & principled position in standing against #SouthAfrica's libelous genocide proceedings against #Israel at the Int'l Criminal Court. #cdnpoli

38,233 views • 2 years ago