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The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs, the advocacy agent of Jewish Federations of Canada-UIA, is a national, non-partisan, non-profit organization dedicated to improving the quality of Jewish life in Canada by advancing the public policy interests of Canada’s organized Jewish community. By clicking "Sign up," you consent to receive periodic updates from CIJA. You can unsubscribe at any time.
Le Centre consultatif des relations juives et israéliennes (CIJA), l'agence de représentation de Fédérations juives du Canada - UIA, est une organisation nationale, non partisane et sans but lucratif qui se consacre à l'amélioration de la qualité de la vie juive au Canada en défendant les intérêts de la communauté juive organisée du Canada en matière de politique publique. En cliquant sur  «  Sign up , »  vous acceptez de recevoir des mises à jour périodiques de CIJA. Vous pouvez vous désabonner à tout moment.

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Revitalization of the Canada-Israel Partnership

Revitalization of the Canada-Israel Partnership

Rebuilding the Canada-Israel partnership is a top priority for Canada’s Jewish community and allies.

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Security for our Community

Since the October 7 terrorist attacks on the State of Israel, Jewish communities throughout Canada have been witnessing disturbing protests targeting our places worship and community institutions.

Accountability for Antisemitism

Accountability for Antisemitism

Immediate action is needed to address the surge in antisemitism and keep our streets safe. Anti-Israel protests are fueling hate crimes against Jewish Canadians.

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After the Belleville Synagogue Shooting: A Hero Deserves Our Thanks
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After the Belleville Synagogue Shooting: A Hero Deserves Our Thanks

We emerged from Yom Kippur to horrifying images from Sons of Jacob Synagogue in Belleville. As members of Belleville’s small but vibrant Jewish community gathered for the holiest day of...
Sep 22, 2026
Belleville heroes represent the very best of Canada

Belleville heroes represent the very best of Canada

On Erev Yom Kippur, members of Belleville’s small but vibrant Jewish community gathered at Sons of Jacob Synagogue for Kol Nidre prayers. Outside, a gunman opened fire. Constable Jeff Smith...Read More

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September 25, 2026
Webinar | Standing Up for the Jewish Community: Three Years of Legal Action

Webinar | Standing Up for the Jewish Community: Three Years of Legal Action

Join us for Part One of Standing Up for the Jewish Community: Three Years of Legal Action, a two-part community webinar series highlighting how CIJA's Legal Task Force (LTF) is...Read More

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September 25, 2026
J7 Task Force Open Letter to Member States of the United Nations

J7 Task Force Open Letter to Member States of the United Nations

New York, NY, September 22, 2026 - On the occasion of the 81st United Nations General Assembly High-Level Week, the J7 Large Communities’ Task Force Against Antisemitism issued the following...Read More

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September 25, 2026
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As members of Belleville’s small but vibrant Jewish community gathered for Yom Kippur at Sons of Jacob Synagogue in Belleville, a man armed with a shotgun exchanged gunfire with police outside the synagogue. Constable Jeff Smith was shot and critically injured while protecting congregants.

He put his life on the line to safeguard our community. Join us in thanking him for his bravery and sacrifice.

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