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Police in Belleville, Ont. Thursday confirmed the shooting outside a synagogue on Sunday was a targeted attack on the Jewish community. They say the suspect, who was shot by police before he could enter the institute, had multiple weapons and a significant amount of ammunition. Police have since released video shot by an eyewitness that...

Members of the Network of Engaged Canadian Academics (NECA) were in Ottawa Wednesday, to share the results of a recent report by Canadian Heritage that highlights antisemitism found on campuses across Canada. Jack Jedwab, president of the Association for Canadian Studies and Metropolis Institute, shared key findings, saying that “95 per cent of the students...

A dozen Ontario Jewish teachers have filed human rights complaints against four school boards and two teachers’ unions alleging discrimination. They say that when they tried to report that they were experiencing antisemitism their employers and their unions failed to act. Caryn Lieberman reports.

The investigation into a shooting outside a Toronto synagogue, the police officer wounded, and the concerns about rising antisemitism. U.S. President Donald Trump’s threat to buy potash from Belarus instead of Canada. The unrelenting agony of Darius Macdougall’s disappearance, one year later. Plus, the push to make Acadia’s flag an emoji.

Montreal police have arrested two suspects following assaults targetting members of the Hassidic Jewish community earlier this month. These latest arrests come at a time when antisemitic incidents are on the rise according to Jewish community leaders. Brayden Jagger Haines reports.

A controversial motion calling on the City of Montreal to suspend institutional ties with the Israeli government is back before city council Monday, two months after it was originally supposed to be debated. The opposition at city hall says it wants the city to recognize and denounce what it describes as an “apartheid regime” imposed...

With a rise of antisemitic incidents in Toronto, there’s growing concerns about safety and security. Andrew Kirsch, a security analyst and former CSIS intelligence officer, joins Jaden Lee-Lincoln to discuss the current threats and how to protect yourself.

On Monday, Prime Minister Mark Carney announced that a new national unity council will assess what is driving antisemitism in Canada and improve research and data collection on hate incidents. Melissa Lantsman, who was the first Jewish woman elected as a Conservative MP, said the speech was “so neutered that an antisemite would have given...

Prime Minister Mark Carney was in Toronto Monday, announcing new steps to combat antisemitism and hate. The Federal government says a new council will review how these incidents are tracked, and what more needs to be done. But, Jewish advocacy groups say Ottawa needs to move faster. Lexy Benedict reports.

A hate crimes unit is investigating after the mock hanging of three politicians at a Montreal protest. Local leaders have condemned the action, as hate-motivated crime and antisemitism continues to rise in Canada. Anthony Housefather, Member of Parliament representing Mount Royal, joins Miranda Anthistle to discuss what’s behind the recent rise in antisemitism and what...

Bombshell allegations of systemic Antisemitism and racism within its top ranks from a former homicide detective have prompted the service board to call on Ontario’s Inspectorate of Policing to review the matter. Matthew Bingley reports.

Police were out in force to prevent clashes at Sunday’s annual Walk With Israel in Toronto. Organizers said this year’s turnout was the largest in the event’s history, estimating more than 60,000 people attended the march, now in its 57th year. Sara Lefton, chief development officer at UJA Federation, said the size of the crowd...

Prime Minister Mark Carney announced the creation of a new National Unity Council to investigate motivations behind the rise in antisemitic incidents. Noah Shack, CEO at the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs, joins Miranda Anthistle to discuss reaction from the Jewish Community and what additional federal action may be required.

Calls are growing for the federal government to tackle antisemitism after recent violent attacks targeting Jewish communities in Canada. Jillian Piper reports on what Prime Minister Mark Carney is doing to try to address the problem.

Kanye West performed for more than 100,000 fans in Istanbul on Saturday night during his first European concert appearance since 2014. The show comes after several planned performances across Europe were cancelled amid backlash over his past antisemitic comments and Nazi-related content. #Kanye #Concert

NOTE: The 14-year-old girl referred to in this video, who was missing for almost two weeks has been found safe, Toronto police said Thursday. Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre rose in question period in Canada’s House of Commons on Thursday, visibly angered by news that missing posters of Toronto teenager Esther had been ripped down. “Today...

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is under growing pressure to combat antisemitism in the United Kingdom after two Jewish men in London were stabbed. Redmond Shannon explains how Starmer is being criticized for the rise in antisemitic attacks, and what’s he’s now promising to do.

Following the arrests of three off-duty officers in Spain and another request for an independent review into allegations of Antisemitism and racism within its ranks, Toronto city councillors are pushing for Toronto Police leadership to move quick and restore public trust. Matthew Bingley reports.

WARNING: This video contains graphic images. Viewer discretion is advised. British counterterrorism police are investigating the stabbing of two men in a predominantly Jewish neighbourhood of London. Redmond Shannon looks at how the violence unfolded, and what British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is calling for after a recent spike in antisemitic attacks across the country.

Two Jewish men were stabbed in north London on Wednesday, in an attack police have declared a terrorist incident. Investigators say the suspect targeted visibly Jewish individuals before being arrested at the scene. The victims, aged in their 30s and 70s, remain in hospital in stable condition. As community members raised alarm over escalating antisemitic...