United Church activist group has new program, new co-chairs and new name

The Canadian human rights activist group UNJPPI – formerly known as the United Network for Justice and Peace in Palestine and Israel, is now called the United Network for Justice and Peace in Palestine/Israel. Why the slight change? We met with incoming co-chair Diane Blanchard to learn about UNJPPI’s plans for 2026, and about why they have slightly changed the name. Watch our interview below.

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Jewish Faculty Network report claims CIJA promotes anti-Palestinian racism in Canada to protect Israel

Young Jews are among the most determined critics of Israel in Canada. That doesn’t mean they are protected from accusations of “antisemitism”. A new report written by several Jewish authors claims that the well-funded Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA) consciously uses the fear of “antisemitism” as a weapon. Read more.

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“Canada should stop giving Israel special treatment” – NDP leadership candidate Yves Engler

Canada’s New Democratic Party (NDP) will select its next leader at the Winnipeg Convention held from March 27-29, 2026. Canada Talks Israel Palestine has reached out to the teams of the leading candidates for an interview to discuss their views on the Israel/Palestine situation. So far, only Yves Engler has responded. See our 30 min interview with Engler here.

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