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CIJA Welcomes Increased Security Support in Spring Economic Statement 

Ottawa, ON – April 28, 2026 – The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA) welcomed today’s announcement of a significant increase in funding for the Canada Community Security Program (CCSP). This essential program provides life-saving security equipment and...Read More

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April 28, 2026

CIJA Letter to Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship

Re: Reports of decision to allow entry to convicted terrorist, Mr. Jibril Rajoub   Read More

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April 27, 2026

Student Files Suit Claiming TMU Failed to Protect Against Antisemitism

Toronto, ON – April 24, 2026 – A Statement of Claim has been filed against Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU), by another student who asserts that, since October 7, 2023, TMU...Read More

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April 24, 2026

Jewish Federation of Ottawa welcomes passage of Protecting Vulnerable Social Infrastructure Bylaw

The Jewish Federation of Ottawa welcomes today’s passage of the Protecting Vulnerable Social Infrastructure Bylaw by Ottawa City Council, an important step in helping ensure that all residents can safely...Read More

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April 22, 2026

Make Our Community Count – Complete the 2026 Census

Canada’s Jewish community is facing a defining moment and being counted has never mattered more. Starting on May 4, 2026, the national census begins. Canadian households will receive an invitation...Read More

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April 21, 2026

CIJA Welcomes Senate Report on Antisemitism

Ottawa, ON – April 21, 2026 – In response to the Senate’s Standing Committee on Human Rights report on antisemitism in Canada, Noah Shack, CEO of the Centre for Israel and...Read More

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April 21, 2026

Ahead of Spring Economic Statement, Jewish Community Calls For Stronger Security Support

Ottawa, ON – April 15, 2026 – Ahead of the April 28 Spring Economic Statement, Canada’s Jewish community is urging the federal government to significantly expand and streamline the Canada...Read More

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April 15, 2026

Open Letter to the Prime Minister from Jewish Federation Leaders and Institutions Across Canada

Dear Prime Minister Carney, We are writing to you on behalf of Jewish Federations across Canada, along with other organizations that make up the fabric of our communities throughout the...Read More

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April 15, 2026

Yom Hashoah Commemoration at the National Holocaust Monument 2026

Livestream will begin at 11 AM ET on April 14, 2026 Join us on Tuesday, April 14 at 11 AM ET for a livestream of the Yom HaShoah (Holocaust Remembrance...Read More

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April 13, 2026