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Toronto Police Chief Demands Support Against Rising Hate

1/9/2026

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Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw says Ontario must provide more support to address rising hate at anti-Israel protests.
In response to Solicitor General Michael Kerzner's call for stronger enforcement, Demkiw says resources are insufficient.
Since October 7, 2023, over 800 protests have occurred, with over 1,000 charges.
B’nai Brith Canada supports stricter enforcement against hate at protests.
Concerns remain about political motives behind the Solicitor General's intervention in police operations.

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Story summary

Toronto Police Chief Myron Demkiw says Ontario must provide more support to address rising hate at anti-Israel protests.
In response to Solicitor General Michael Kerzner's call for stronger enforcement, Demkiw says resources are insufficient.
Since October 7, 2023, over 800 protests have occurred, with over 1,000 charges.
B’nai Brith Canada supports stricter enforcement against hate at protests.
Concerns remain about political motives behind the Solicitor General's intervention in police operations.