Synagogue

• New calls to fight antisemitic attacks on Jewish community in Montreal

  The Bagg Street Synagogue was defaced with swastikas spray-painted across the entrance of the building on the night of March 27.

  Canada

  Apr 4
  
• ‘An expression of sleazeballness:’ Montreal synagogue hit with antisemitic graffiti

  Multiple swastikas spray painted on the doors and windows of the Bagg Street Shul in Montreal were removed early Wednesday morning by the group Erasing Hate.

  Canada

  Mar 29
  
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• Ramadan, Passover and Good Friday celebrated in Calgary with first in-person events since COVID began

  For many people in Calgary, this weekend marks the first time since the start of the pandemic that they will be celebrating Easter and Passover in person.

  Perspectives

  Apr 15, 2022
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• All hostages released from Texas synagogue and are safe, police say

  All four hostages held at a Texas synagogue have been released and are safe, according to the state's governor. "Prayers answered," he tweeted.

  Crime

  Jan 15, 2022
• ‘Convenience factor’: Regina religious groups consider making virtual services permanent

  A year into the COVID-19 pandemic, many religious organizations are seeing the long-term benefits of virtual services.

  Canada

  May 12, 2021
• Montreal police called to religious gathering of 350 people at Outremont synagogue

  Officials said no tickets were issued, but a report was filed with the prosecution service, who will decide whether any charges will be laid.

  News

  Apr 24, 2021
• Places of worship open doors across Quebec despite rise in COVID-19 variant cases

  This comes as Quebec's professional physicians' order asked the government to reevaluate its decision to ease measures as COVID-19 variant cases continue to rise.

  Health

  Mar 28, 2021
• Coronavirus: Why some Manitoba places of worship are staying virtual

  Starting Friday, Manitoba's new public health orders allow indoor religious services to operate at 25 per cent capacity, or 100 people, whichever is lower.

  Health

  Mar 3, 2021
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• Multiple changes to religious gathering directions create confusion for Outremont Hasidic community

  As of Friday, public health allowed indoor religious gatherings of up to 10 people.

  World

  Jan 25, 2021
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• Montreal police intervene on illegal gatherings, ramp up presence in Outremont and Plateau areas

  Police 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.

  Health

  Jan 24, 2021