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News & Updates
It’s time to push back against the world’s oldest form of hate.
We are calling on the Government of Canada to convene an emergency summit on antisemitism that involves political leadership at the federal, provincial, and municipal levels.
We need a true all-of-government effort to establish a comprehensive program to combat Jew-hatred – the oldest and most enduring hate the world has ever experienced.
Statement: CIJA Welcomes New Government in Israel
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 14, 2021 OTTAWA, ON – Yesterday, Israel’s 36th government was sworn in by the Knesset. In response, Shimon Koffler Fogel, President and CEO of the Centre for Israel and...
An attack on any of us is an attack on all of us.
Our hearts are broken by the horrific attack on a Muslim family in London, Ontario, which left four family members dead and a 9 year-old child with serious injuries. Canada is not Canada without its...
Community statement on antisemitism in Canada
Hate of any kind has no place in our country. CIJA is proud to have added its name to the more than 200 Jewish organizations from across Canada who issued an urgent appeal to our fellow Canadians:...
Press Release: Federation CJA and CIJA Welcome Montreal City Council’s Condemnation of Antisemitism
MONTREAL, QC – Today, Montreal’s City Council passed a motion condemning the recent wave of antisemitism in the city. Presented by Ensemble Montréal and proposed by City Councillor for the...
Press Release: Conviction of Your Wards News Editor James Sears Upheld
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 14, 2021 TORONTO , ON – Today, the Superior Court of Justice of Ontario upheld the conviction of James Sears, editor of Your Ward News. In 2019, Sears was convicted of...
Press Release: CIJA welcomes Government of Canada decision to host Emergency Summit on Antisemitism
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE June 11, 2021 OTTAWA, ON – Today, CIJA received confirmation that the Government of Canada will convene an Emergency Summit to Combat Antisemitism, which will be led by the...
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Report an Incident
When buildings, schools, places of worship, cemeteries or individuals are targeted for attack because they are – or are perceived to be – Jewish, it is a hate crime. Other antisemitic acts, such as distribution of hateful material, may also be criminal.
Have you witnessed a hate crime or suspicious incident that may impact our community? Contact your local police immediately.
Report Online Hate
Have you been the victim of online hate or have you witnessed it? Report the incident with us and learn how you can report these things on social media.
If you have you witnessed a hate crime or suspicious incident that may impact your community, please contact your local police immediately.