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Canada Faces Surge in Antisemitism, Calls for Action

10/6/2025

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Cotler Advocates Against Antisemitism

Irwin Cotler, former special envoy, calls for a coordinated plan against rising antisemitism in Canada.
He cites a United Kingdom synagogue attack—two dead, four injured—as evidence of a global trend.
Canada recorded 920 antisemitic hate crimes in 2024, the highest among religious crimes.
B’nai Brith reports arson and threats; Liberal MPs condemn antisemitism and support the Combatting Hate Act.

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Jewish Communities Strengthen Security

Global Jewish communities face heightened security and investments in protection.
Over the past two years, more than 150 terrorist attacks targeted Jews in 40 countries.
In Britain, Jews are 12 times more likely to face religious hate crimes than others.
The article cites limited solidarity from anti-racist movements toward Jews amid jihadist violence, contrasting with broader minority support.

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Cotler Advocates Against Antisemitism

Irwin Cotler, former special envoy, calls for a coordinated plan against rising antisemitism in Canada.
He cites a United Kingdom synagogue attack—two dead, four injured—as evidence of a global trend.
Canada recorded 920 antisemitic hate crimes in 2024, the highest among religious crimes.
B’nai Brith reports arson and threats; Liberal MPs condemn antisemitism and support the Combatting Hate Act.

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