by Tyler Evely | May 13, 2022 | A Word from Our Chair, CIJA Publications, CIJA Publications, Publications
Like you, I was infuriated to learn that Independent Jewish Voices, a Canadian organization that presents itself as Jewish, would call for the “dismantlement” of Israel “by any means necessary.” Though this incitement to violence is horrifying, it is, sadly, not...
by Tyler Evely | Apr 14, 2022 | A Word from Our Chair, Publications
This month has brought much to think about. Many in our community are doing everything they can to help refugees fleeing Ukraine. Some are supporting family and friends in Israel as they brace for another wave of terrorism. Others are caring for loved ones struggling...
by Tyler Evely | Dec 22, 2021 | A Word from Our Chair
Despite an extremely challenging year characterized by our ongoing fight against Covid 19 and rising antisemitism, Canada remains one of the best countries in the world in which to be Jewish. That is because the vast majority of Canadians embrace diversity,...
by Tyler Evely | Dec 3, 2021 | A Word from Our Chair
As we approach Shabbat and lighting the next Chanukah candles, it’s time to consider how just a little light can make a difference. During their biennial national convention, members of the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) put forth a troubling resolution...
by Terri Boidman | Jan 15, 2021 | A Word from Our Chair, Publications
In addition to COVID-19, 2020 brought other troubling developments, including a sharp rise in hatred spread online. At CIJA, we’ve been working on this issue since 2013, but, like the coronavirus, online hate has evolved and is exploiting new weaknesses emerging in...
by admin | Jul 10, 2020 | A Word from Our Chair, CIJA Publications
The shameful events in recent days have reminded us that there is a growing hate crisis right here in Canada. This week, CIJA responded to a local food store in Toronto that stated “Zionists not welcome” on its social media page. Upon further inspection,...
