Full Breakdown
European and Canadian Antisemitism Initiatives
6/7/2026, 9:07:00 PM
Surge in Antisemitic Incidents
ARC logged 2,962 antisemitic incidents in Europe in 2025—a 50 % rise from 2024. In one week it recorded 130 incidents worldwide, 60 % far-left, 24 % Islamist-inspired, 16 % far-right. Recent attacks include a Manhattan subway assault, a Bavarian hotel booking denial, and a fire in Golders Green, London.
European Advisory Board Launches Amid Threats
Former French PM Manuel Valls joined CAM’s European Advisory Board, designed to turn political support into coordinated anti-antisemitism policy. CAM CEO Sacha Roytman praised his “resolute leadership,” and Shannon Seban highlighted his warnings about anti-Zionist antisemitism. The launch coincided with the 2025 European Mayors Summit in Paris, attended by leaders from over 130 cities.
Canada’s Ministerial Advisory Council Faces Scrutiny
Prime Minister Mark Carney, at Toronto’s Holy Blossom Synagogue, warned that “Canada’s civic compact is failing Jewish Canadians” and announced a Ministerial Advisory Council on Rights, Equality, and Inclusion. Chaired by Marc Miller, the seven-member body includes former senator Marc Gold, former Liberal MP Omar Alghabra, and lawyer Avnish Nanda. Jewish groups welcomed a unified approach; B’nai Brith Canada and MP Melissa Lantsman criticized the council’s broad mandate and pro-Palestinian members.
Policy Responses
Valls called the fight against antisemitism a “democratic imperative,” linking attacks on Jews to threats against rule of law. CAM described its advisory board as a platform for guidance, policy advocacy, and engagement. Carney tied the hate-crime surge to the post-October 7 conflict and pledged coordinated federal policies, better data, and law-enforcement action. Idit Shamir urged “concrete action” and full legal enforcement to protect Jewish institutions.
Criticism & Opposition
B’nai Brith Canada said the council’s launch lacked a clear plan to mobilize all government levels. Simon Wolle warned that “anti-Zionist manifestations of antisemitism have become increasingly legitimized.” Conservative leader Pierre Poilievre questioned Omar Alghabra’s suitability, citing past statements on Yasser Arafat. Melissa Lantsman dismissed Carney’s remarks as “thinking you are stupid,” reflecting frustration that rhetoric has not produced decisive action.
Verbatim Quotes
- “The fight against antisemitism is not solely a Jewish cause — it is a democratic imperative,” — Manuel Valls, former Prime Minister of France
- “Canada’s civic compact is failing Jewish Canadians.” — Mark Carney, Prime Minister of Canada
- “Canada must demonstrate, through concrete action, that antisemitic violence will be confronted with the full force of the law.” — Idit Shamir, Toronto Consult General
- “Absent was a clear commitment to mobilize all levels of government, law enforcement, prosecutors, security agencies, educational institutions, and civil society around a coordinated national response,” — B’nai Brith Canada, statement
What’s Next
CAM will convene a 2026 European Mayors Summit; Canada’s council will publish its antisemitism assessment by year-end.
