Latest Press Releases

Press Release: TDSB Reinstates Staff Member Who Distributed Terrorist Materials

Today, the Toronto District School Board reinstated Javier Dávila, following an investigation into the distribution of terrorist materials

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July 16, 2021

Jewish Community Concerned by Second Antisemitic Assault in Toronto Within One Week

TORONTO, ON – Over the past week, a man with a swastika on his chest has twice assaulted members of Toronto’s Jewish community. On Tuesday, he was reportedly charged in connection...Read More

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July 14, 2021

CIJA Welcomes Government of Ontario Action to Combat Antisemitism in Schools

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Toronto, ON – Today, Ontario’s Minister of Education, Stephen Lecce, announced the province’s plan to counter rising antisemitism in schools and communities. Partnering with the Friends of Simon...Read More

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July 05, 2021

CIJA Welcomes the Passing of Bill C-6 Through the House of Commons and Senate

Ottawa, ON— Tuesday, Bill C-6 (An Act to amend the Criminal Code – conversion therapy) passed third reading in the House of Commons and is currently in the Senate of Canada for debate. The bill recognizes the harm done...Read More

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June 25, 2021

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...Read More

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June 16, 2021

Conviction of Your Wards News Editor James Sears Upheld

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 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...Read More

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June 14, 2021

Press Release: CIJA welcomes Government of Canada decision to host Emergency Summit on Antisemitism

Today, CIJA received confirmation that the Government of Canada will convene an Emergency Summit to Combat Antisemitism.

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June 11, 2021

Press Release: Federation CJA and CIJA Applaud the Government of Quebec’s Adoption of the IHRA Definition of Antisemitism

The Government of Quebec’s adoption of the IHRA definition is an important step in the fight against antisemitism in Quebec.

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June 09, 2021

CIJA Welcomes Toronto Mayor Statement on Antisemitism

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Toronto, ON – Today, Toronto Mayor John Tory reiterated his commitment to confronting antisemitism. Following a meeting with leadership of Toronto’s Jewish community, Mayor Tory announced that...Read More

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June 02, 2021

Press Release: Toronto Jewish Community Raises Concerns About Massive Spike In Local Antisemitism

More than 50 antisemitic incidents have been reported to-date in May – five times the previous monthly average for 2021 – according to the UJA.

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May 28, 2021

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