Canada is facing a growing threat from right-wing white supremacists and neo-Nazis: minister
Ralph Goodale said the groups promote hate, which manifests itself in violent anti-Semitism or in other crimes. Continue reading
Hate Crimes
In Canada, Jews face more hate crimes, while Muslims face more violent ones: StatCan
By Jesse Ferreras Online Journalist
Police-reported hate crimes targeting Muslims grew by over 150 per cent. For Jews, they grew by over 60 per cent. Continue reading
Calgary hair salon undeterred by offensive graffiti
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
Calgary Police are investigating the hateful graffiti, while the salon owner says they’re not letting it affect them. Continue reading
Hate crime reports in the U.S. spiked 17% last year: FBI
The increase in hate crime reports marked a rise for the third year in a row. Continue reading
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9 suspects wanted after 2 boys assaulted, derogatory comments made to Jewish teens: Toronto police
The alleged incident happened near Bathurst Street and Lawrence Avenue West at around 8 p.m. Sunday. Continue reading
Why it’s so hard to stop online hate before it becomes real-life violence
The online world is big with dark corners. So, how do you stop online hate before it moves offline? Continue reading
COMMENTARY: You can lock up perpetrators of hate crimes, but the online vitriol that motivates them only grows
It’s ironic we live in a time when politicians want walls to keep out foreigners, while the virtual walls between online extremism and real-world fanaticism are transparent. Continue reading
Edmontonians gather to honour victims of Pittsburgh massacre, support Jewish community
Edmontonians filled the Beth Israel Synagogue in the city’s west end Monday night to commemorate the victims of a shooting massacre at a Pittsburgh synagogue over the weekend and to condemn hatred. Continue reading
Pittsburgh attack comes amid rising anti-Semitism in North America
The attack at a Pittsburgh synagogue occurred at a time of rising antisemitism in both the United States and Canada. Continue reading
What we know about Robert Bowers, suspect in Pittsburgh synagogue shooting
Robert Bowers, a white male in his mid-40s, has been identified as the suspect in a shooting that took place in a Pittsburgh synagogue Saturday morning, which killed at 11 people and injured six more, including four officers. Continue reading