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Toronto has experienced a troubling increase in antisemitic incidents over the past months, including targeted shootings at Jewish businesses and protests advocating harm against Israelis. Recent arrests of activists connected to these incidents highlight ongoing tensions. The Israeli government warns to exercise caution when traveling. While the b...
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Toronto mayoral candidates are set to debate antisemitism at a synagogue, with the address kept secret and heavy security due to past attacks on Jewish institutions, including a bakery and a girls' school.
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nationalpost.com
3 days ago
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An external review found widespread antisemitism, harassment, and fear among Jewish students, faculty, and staff at Toronto Metropolitan University, leading some to conceal their identities and avoid campus events.
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nationalpost.com
4 days ago
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Toronto Metropolitan University formed a task force on antisemitism and campus expression after a review found it had failed to consistently enforce policies amid rising tensions.
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jpost.com
5 days ago
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A Jewish author states that Canada has become a more antisemitic place than he grew up in, leading him to move to the United States for a more hopeful future.
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nationalpost.com
Aug 14, 2026
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Toronto police have arrested two activists amid ongoing tensions related to antisemitic protests, bringing the total number of arrests to eight.
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jpost.com
Aug 09, 2026
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Jewish organizations in Toronto have welcomed the arrests related to an antisemitic demonstration, emphasizing the need for accountability.
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torontosun.com
Aug 09, 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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Toronto is not free from antisemitism but we do have a wonderful Jewish community.
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