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Saskatchewan commemorates International Holocaust Remembrance DayInternational Holocaust Remembrance Day was first recognized in 2005 by the United Nations. The date, Jan. 27, marks the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau.CanadaJan 27
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One-third of Canadian, American students think Holocaust was fabricated: study'We absolutely need to have Holocaust education mandated on the curriculum for every province and territory in Canada and it needs to be something that's comprehensive.'EducationJan 26
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3 years since deadly U.S. synagogue attack, anti-Semitism on the rise in Canada"There is no easy solution because we're all in such different places this time of year."CrimeOct 27, 2021
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Edmontonians buy 1,440 dozen bagels in support of Jewish youth fundraiserIt's estimated this year's fundraiser brought in around $14,000, with proceeds supporting the B'nai Brith Youth Organization's Edmonton chapter.CanadaJun 8, 2021
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Anti-Semitic incidents in Edmonton under investigation by police hate crimes unitEPS has called on its Hate Crimes and Violent Extremism Unit to investigate after "two homes were approached and anti-Semitic rhetoric was used."CrimeMay 17, 2021
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Tensions flare at Israel and Palestinian demonstrations in Toronto, MontrealToronto police say they've laid charges in connection with a pro-Palestinian demonstration that drew more than 5,000 people to Nathan Phillips Square outside City Hall on Saturday.CanadaMay 17, 2021
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Canadian Jewish community rallies to help Saskatoon celebrate PassoverAfter a mix up with a grocery order, Saskatoon’s Jewish community was left scrambling to source kosher foods elsewhere, with one rabbi even driving to Calgary.CanadaMar 30, 2021
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‘It’s not as bad’: Holocaust survivor compares the pandemic lockdown to one that was far worse'We are locked up like birds in the cage,' said Elly Gotz, a Holocaust survivor. 'But, you know, it's not as bad as some of the lockups I've experienced .'FeaturesJan 27, 2021
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Montreal police intervene on illegal gatherings, ramp up presence in Outremont and Plateau areasPolice say patrols have been stepped up in the areas after officers were called to disperse several gatherings at places of worship, including synagogues, on Friday and Saturday.HealthJan 24, 2021
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Orthodox Jewish group says its Quebec schools aren’t breaking law by staying openAn ultra-Orthodox Jewish group is accusing the education minister of using the Hasidic community as a scapegoat.HealthDec 31, 2020
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