Alberta, Canada

Why Is the Media Ignoring the Montreal Shooter’s Antisemitism?

Casey Babb in The Free Press · 24 Jun

The article discusses recent attacks in Canada targeting the Jewish community and questions the media's lack of focus on antisemitism as a motive.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Canada’s new council to tackle antisemitism divides Jewish groups

Shira Li Bartov in JTA · 5 Jun

Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has unveiled a new Ministerial Advisory Council on Rights, Equality, and Inclusion aimed at combating antisemitism, amid rising antisemitic hate crimes in Canada.

0 Communities Leadership

The story of Canadian Jewry: middle powers, small communities, big impact

eJewishPhilanthropy · 28 May

Canadian Jewry, like other middle powers, is defined not by size but by its unique perspective and influence, particularly through its smaller communities.

0 Communities Leadership

The story of Canadian Jewry: middle powers, small communities, big impact

eJewishPhilanthropy · 28 May

Canadian Jewry, like other middle powers, is defined not by size but by its unique perspective and influence, particularly through its smaller communities.

0 Culture Politics

Trade war meets tradition: Canadian Jews confront a Manischewitz-free Passover

Joseph Strauss in JTA · 31 Mar

In Toronto, Jewish consumers are grappling with the absence of traditional Passover wines like Manischewitz due to U.S.-Canada trade tensions.

0 Communities Jewish Law

How we built a CAD 50 million pan-Canadian coalition for the regeneration of Israel’s north

eJewishPhilanthropy · 13 Jan

The Canadian Jewish community mobilized quickly and effectively in response to the crises faced by their partnership regions in Israel, notably raising $140 million CAD.

0 Communities Jewish Law

How we built a CAD 50 million pan-Canadian coalition for the regeneration of Israel’s north

eJewishPhilanthropy · 13 Jan

The Canadian Jewish community mobilized quickly and effectively in response to the crises faced by their partnership regions in Israel, notably raising $140 million CAD.

0 Culture Philosophy

Letters, Fall 2025

Jewish Review of Books · 29 Sep 2025

This collection of letters from the Jewish Review of Books addresses diverse topics within Jewish life and thought.

0 Culture Politics

Sidelined at Pride celebrations, pro-Israel LGBTQ Jews find breathing room in Tel Aviv

Deborah Danan in JTA · 29 Aug 2025

In the context of intensified geopolitical tensions, LGBTQ Jews involved in pro-Israel activities find themselves facing increasing alienation within their communities abroad, with many seeking refuge in Israel.

0 Communities Culture

Greatest Hits: After escaping the Jasper forest fires, this tourist couple found safety in the Jewish community

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 27 Aug 2025

Sharon Chodirker and Chaim Bell, a Toronto couple, share their harrowing experience of escaping the Jasper forest fires, aided by the Jewish communities in Kamloops, B.C., and Canmore, Alberta, including remarkable hospitality from the local Chabad.

0 Communities Culture

Greatest Hits: After escaping the Jasper forest fires, this tourist couple found safety in the Jewish community

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 27 Aug 2025

Sharon Chodirker and Chaim Bell, a Toronto couple, share their harrowing experience of escaping the Jasper forest fires, aided by the Jewish communities in Kamloops, B.C., and Canmore, Alberta, including remarkable hospitality from the local Chabad.

0 Politics Israel

Trump says remaining hostages will be released when Hamas is ‘confronted and destroyed’

Grace Gilson in Forward · 18 Aug 2025

President Donald Trump stated that the return of hostages held by Hamas in Gaza is contingent upon Hamas being confronted and destroyed.

0 Culture Language

It's a classic Yiddish saying — but did it come from a biblical story about Jesus?

Aviya Kushner in Forward · 30 Jul 2025

The Yiddish saying "mit eyn tokhes ken men nit tantsn af tsvey khasenes," meaning "you can't dance at two weddings with one behind," is explored for its rich cultural resonance and possible origins.

0 Communities Politics

Two Inward Turns: Canadian Jews Since Multiculturalism, Since October 8, and Since Trump’s Annexationist Threat

David S. Koffman in Sources · 24 Jul 2025

David S. Koffman examines the notable shifts in Canadian Jewish life over the decades, particularly in light of recent global and national events.

0 Antisemitism Education

The CJN’s year-end antisemitism report card for Canadian schools and universities

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 27 Jun 2025

Reports of antisemitic incidents surged in Canadian schools and universities during the 2024-2025 academic year, prompting a significant uptick in Jewish students transferring to private Jewish day schools.

0 Sports Antisemitism

'All my homies hate paintball Nazis': Antisemitism scandal tears through paintball community

Hannah Feuer in Forward · 14 May 2025

The paintball community, typically focused on tactical discussions, was recently struck by controversy when world champion Marcello Margott featured a paintball gun with Nazi symbols on social media.

0 Politics Antisemitism

Bari’s Picks of the Week: Personnel Is Policy

Bari Weiss in The Free Press · 2 May 2025

Bari Weiss shares her picks from The Free Press's recent publications, spotlighting key political personnel changes within the Trump administration and ongoing concerns about antisemitism.

0 Politics Communities

This Week in Canada: Self-Deportations, Throuples, and Pipelines

Rupa Subramanya in The Free Press · 1 May 2025

In a significant political shift, Canada's ruling Liberal Party defeated the Conservatives, even ousting their leader Pierre Poilievre from his parliamentary seat.

0 Education Holocaust

Witness to witness: My journey reimagining Holocaust education

eJewishPhilanthropy · 24 Apr 2025

Social studies teacher Jennifer Wasserstrom Doty reflects on her innovative approach to Holocaust education as she nears retirement.

0 Culture Ethics

Let my elephants go: a new Canadian documentary spotlights animal welfare in zoos

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 10 Apr 2025

Fern Levitt's new documentary, "Lucy: The Stolen Lives of Elephants," investigates the ethical concerns surrounding elephant captivity in Canadian zoos, drawing parallels between animal suffering and historical human atrocities.

0 Politics Israel

Israel Wins the War of Ideas

Sapir · 3 Apr 2025

The article explores Israel's challenge in shaping its international perception, noting that traditional defensive arguments are often counterproductive.

0 Culture Antisemitism

Jewish artists have been ostricized since Oct. 7. Will it lead to a renaissance of Jewish art?

Culturally Jewish · 24 Mar 2025

In the face of rising cultural boycotts and antisemitism, Jewish artists in Canada confront significant challenges in the arts community.

0 Ethics Politics

Jewish Climate Trust — why now?

eJewishPhilanthropy · 24 Mar 2025

The Jewish Climate Trust has been launched as a think-and-do tank to enhance the Jewish community and Israel's response to the climate crisis.

0 Antisemitism Politics

We watched Al-Quds Day in Toronto. Here’s what we heard

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 24 Mar 2025

The episode examines the contentious Al-Quds Day protest in Toronto that drew about 2,000 participants advocating for a free Palestine, including some spreading antisemitic messages.

0 Communities History

Remembering a global genealogist, a Romanian survivor, B'nai Brith's CEO and more community builders recently lost

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 19 Mar 2025

This episode honors five Canadian Jewish leaders from various provinces who have recently passed away, each leaving behind a significant impact on their communities through advocacy, philanthropy, and public service.

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