B’nai Brith Canada issued the following statement: “As we approach the Jewish Holiday of Simchat Torah – which coincides with the Hebrew-calendar anniversary of last year’s Oct. 7 terrorist attacks on Israel – Canada’s federal, provincial and territorial (FPT) governments have a solemn duty to stand by our country’s Jewish community. These governments can help … Read more
B’nai Brith Canada issued a statement following the federal government’s decision on Monday to list Samidoun as a terrorist entity under the Criminal Code. B’nai Brith Canada’s Director of Government Relations David Granovsky stated, “B’nai Brith has been campaigning for Canada to take this step for years. By finally doing the right thing, Minister Dominic LeBlanc [Public Safety, … Read more
B’nai Brith is urging the federal government to implement a more stringent process for screening individuals coming from abroad for signs of radicalization. “The recent wave of foiled terrorist plots involving radicalized individuals who sought to target Jewish Canadians underscores the urgent need for stronger security measures,” B’nai Brith contended Tuesday in its four-page brief to the … Read more
The Department of Justice announced the resignation of Birju Dattani from the Canadian Human Rights Commission following an independent inquiry demanded by B’nai Brith Canada. “Dattani’s departure is a major relief for the Jewish community,” said David Granovsky, B’nai Brith Canada’s director of Government Relations. “Considering his track record, serious questions were raised about his ability to perform the functions … Read more
The Federal Government is delaying the release of a report into Birju Dattani’s appointment in June to chair the Canadian Human Rights Commission (CHRC). Dattani has a history of antisemitic commentary, which prompted B’nai Brith Canada to demand an investigation into the vetting process. “Minister of Justice [Arif] Virani said Canadians would receive the results of the investigation today … Read more
B’nai Brith Canada has submitted several key recommendations to a House of Commons committee seeking to counter foreign interference in our political system including the alleged role of foreign interests in inciting anti-Israel activity at Canadian universities since Hamas’ Oct. 7, 2023, terrorist attacks. “It is plainly obvious that these protests and encampments are receiving some significant organizational … Read more
B’nai Brith Canada appeared at the House of Commons Standing Committee on Justice and Human Rights to offer key recommendations to combat antisemitism in Canada. Richard Robertson, B’nai Brith Canada’s Director of Research and Advocacy, was among experts consulted for testimony as MPs conducted an inquiry into Antisemitism and Additional Measures That Could Be Taken to … Read more
B’nai Brith Canada revealed that antisemitic incidents, including those of a violent nature, dramatically increased to unprecedented levels in the country in 2023. According to findings published in the latest edition of B’nai Brith’s Annual Audit of Antisemitic Incidents in Canada, reported cases rose by 109.1 per cent from 2022 to 2023. “The incidents and numbers cited … Read more
B’nai Brith Canada is outraged by the House of Commons’ decision on March 18 to adopt an unprecedented and appalling anti-Israel proposal introduced by the New Democratic Party. “By adopting such a one-sided and irresponsible motion, the House has expressed an appalling degree of disregard for Israel’s right to defend itself,” said David Granovsky, B’nai Brith … Read more
A group of community stakeholders from across Canada has signed B’nai Brith’s joint statement opposing an anti-Israel motion proposed in the House of Commons by the New Democratic Party. The motion will be heard March 18 and calls on Canada to pressure Israel into an “immediate ceasefire” in its war against Hamas despite significant ongoing threats to … Read more
