Zionism is a political movement whose objective was to create a new Jewish State in Palestine. A recent article in the Canadian Jewish News explores an interesting phenomenon – Canadian Jews who believe in a Jewish State, but don’t want to be called Zionists. Read more.
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There is some confusion over whether Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney will join Donald Trump’s “Board of Peace” (BOP) for Gaza. But the question is: should he do so? What are the advantages or disadvantages for Canada? And how could Carney’s participation help the people of Gaza? Read more.
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On January 7th, an Ontario Superior Court Judge rejected the spurious claims that Iain Aspenlieder was motivated by “hate” or “antisemitism” when he wrote “FEED ME” on the Holocaust memorial last June. Aspenlieder had already pleaded guilty to a charge of “mischief” but argued that he acted out of concern for the fact that Canada was doing nothing to allay the suffering of Palestinians in Gaza. Read more….
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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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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 Talks Israel/Palestine 