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In the past year, Canada has experienced a significant rise in antisemitic incidents, with 6,219 reported in 2024, marking a 7.4% increase from 2023. Notable events include the vandalism of a Winnipeg synagogue with swastikas in January 2026 and the harassment of a Jewish couple in Toronto. In response, the Canadian government hosted a National For...
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Recent reports (80)
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The Tumbler Ridge shooterโs deadly attack was preceded by antisemitic tweets, shedding light on his online radicalization and ties to neo-Nazi ideology.
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jpost.com
17 hours ago
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The ADL reports that Jesse Van Rootselaar, the Canada school shooter, tweeted antisemitic sentiments prior to his attack, indicating a troubling trend.
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timesofisrael.com
1 day ago
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A seafood restaurant in Montreal faced an antisemitic attack as it announced its closure, highlighting rising hate crimes against Jews in the area.
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nationalpost.com
4 days ago
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In Canada, Jewish community members are advocating for armed security due to fears of violent incidents similar to the Bondi Beach attack.
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nationalpost.com
5 days ago
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Despite a ceasefire, antisemitism has surged, with incidents in New York City increasing by 182% and ongoing harassment in Canada.
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torontosun.com
6 days ago
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Irwin Cotler warns that abolishing the antisemitism envoy position could jeopardize Jewish safety amid rising antisemitism in Canada.
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theglobeandmail.com
Feb 05, 2026
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anonymous (reddit user)
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Iโm practicing in a Reform way, so as soon as I leave shul I take off my kippah for fear of being attacked... Went on a 2โday trip to Toronto this past year and heard hardcore antisemitic chatter from a surprisingly nice (?!) homeless guy on the TTC... In Calgary, a group of kids threw hard candies on me
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anonymous (reddit user)
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But most Jews will tell you thereโs no way theyโd feel safe wearing a yarmulke in downtown Toronto or Montreal.
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anonymous (reddit user)
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Toronto is not free from antisemitism but we do have a wonderful Jewish community.
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anonymous (reddit user)
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They shot at the Montreal synagogue where I had my Bar Mitzvah. They shot at my brothersโ Hebrew school.
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anonymous (reddit user)
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I feel safe here in my sleepy small Canadian City called Winnipeg.
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