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Policy Brief: IHRA and Defining Antisemitism

In June 2019, the Government of Canada announced it has adopted the IHRA definition of antisemitism as part of Canada’s Anti-Racism Strategy.

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October 27, 2020

We will not remain silent in the face of the continuing genocide of the Uyghur people

The Right Honorable Justin Trudeau The Prime Minister of Canada 80 Wellington Street Ottawa, Ontario K1A 0A2, Canada  Dear Prime Minister Justin Trudeau  Since 2016, the Government of China has...Read More

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October 19, 2020

Pride Reimagined 2020

Pride Reimagined 2020 Although this year might be different, our unwavering commitment remains the same. We are showing up to amplify and celebrate queer and trans Jewish voices, experiences, and...Read More

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August 11, 2020

CIJA calls on government to address rising antisemitism online

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July 24, 2020

CIJA writes Saskatchewan Attorney General about Canadian Nationalist Party Leader

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July 23, 2020

CIJA welcomes Supreme Court of Canada ruling to uphold the Genetic Non-Discrimination Act

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE July 10, 2020 Ottawa, ON — The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA) welcomes today’s ruling by the Supreme Court of Canada to uphold the Genetic...Read More

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July 10, 2020

Conversation with the Federation of Black Canadians

Anti-Black racism is present everywhere, including in Canada. We stand with our friends in the Black community. We are listening. We are hearing. We are learning.

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June 08, 2020

The IHRA Definition

Antisemitism is rising at an alarming rate in this country, and that should worry all Canadians. Statistics Canada reports show a significant rise in hate crimes across Canada. The Jewish...Read More

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March 03, 2020

Mémoire du CIJA sur le projet de loi 21

Introduction Ce mémoire du Centre consultatif des relations juives et israéliennes (CIJA) a pour objectif d’expliquer l’opposition de la communauté juive institutionnelle du Québec au projet de loi 21 :...Read More

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May 08, 2019