Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs

Jews are minority most targeted by hate crimes in Canada

Incidents against Jews in 2016 rose more than 20 percent from the previous year, while hate crimes against Muslims and Catholics declined.

November 29, 2017 1:42 pm

Canadian lawmaker rapped for Jewish refugees-Muslims comparison

Liberal Party leader Justin Trudeau referenced Canada’s dismal record on admitting Jewish refugees before and during World War II in a speech on intolerance facing Muslims today.

March 11, 2015 3:25 pm

Canadian Jewish leaders question, pan legalization of assisted suicide

Canada’s high court struck down the country’s laws against physician-assisted suicide, meaning it will no longer be illegal for a doctor to help someone who is ill and suffering to end his life.

February 12, 2015 11:27 am