Quebec, Canada

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 24 Jun

The article explores the increasing trend among frum (observant) Jews in America to consider firearm ownership, prompted by recent antisemitic attacks, riots, and changing legal landscapes regarding gun permits.

0 Antisemitism Communities

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 Communities Antisemitism

Israeli citizen Michael Mizrahi killed in Montreal shooting

Kelly Hartog in JTA · 23 Jun

Israeli citizen Michael Mizrahi, a respected member of Montreal's Jewish community, was tragically killed during a shooting in the Cote-des-Neiges neighborhood, an area with a significant Jewish population.

0 Communities Antisemitism

Montreal shooting leaves Jewish resident and police officer dead, suspect neutralized

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 22 Jun

A tragic shooting in Montreal's Côte-des-Neiges, a neighborhood with a significant Jewish population, resulted in the deaths of a Jewish community member and a police officer, while leaving another officer critically injured.

0 Communities Antisemitism

Montreal shooting leaves Jewish resident and police officer dead, suspect neutralized

Ron Kampeas in Forward · 22 Jun

A tragic shooting in Montreal's Côte-des-Neiges, a neighborhood with a significant Jewish population, resulted in the deaths of a Jewish community member and a police officer, while leaving another officer critically injured.

0 Communities Antisemitism

Police officer killed in shooting in Jewish neighborhood of Montreal

Ron Kampeas in JTA · 22 Jun

A violent incident in Montreal's Cte-des-Neiges, a neighborhood with a substantial Jewish population, resulted in the death of a police officer, with another officer and a civilian injured.

0 Education Leadership

CAJE and Spertus Institute’s Certificate in Israel Leadership offers blueprint for other Jewish communities

eJewishPhilanthropy · 15 Jun

The CAJE and Spertus Institute's Certificate in Israel Leadership initiative aims to revolutionize Israel education in Jewish day schools by developing leadership skills and enhancing institutional capacities.

0 History Culture

A century-old Jerusalem photo album sparks search for forgotten images of the Western Wall

Deborah Danan in JTA · 9 Jun

The discovery of a century-old photo album in Montreal has ignited a search for forgotten images of Jerusalem’s Western Wall.

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 Politics Antisemitism

A staggering act of antisemitic hate proves the danger of Israel's death penalty

Michael Zoosman in Forward · 2 Jun

In this thought-provoking piece, Michael Zoosman examines the implications of Israel's newly enacted death penalty laws in light of a shocking antisemitic incident in Montreal, where effigies of Israeli leaders were hanged during a pro-Palestinian rally.

0 Politics Communities

Pro-Israel challenger gains support from Silicon Valley Jews in bid to unseat Ro Khanna

Emma Goss in JTA · 1 Jun

Ethan Agarwal, a pro-Israel tech entrepreneur, is gaining traction among Jewish and Israeli-American voters in his bid to unseat incumbent Congressman Ro Khanna in California's 17th District.

0 Antisemitism Politics

The new Canada is unsafe for Jews.

Eli Kowaz in Future of Jewish · 30 May

Eli Kowaz, a Middle East analyst, reflects on the increasing antisemitism in Canada, a nation once perceived as tolerant and inclusive.

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 Music Culture

He may be country music royalty, but his heart belongs to Leonard Cohen

Seth Rogovoy in Forward · 15 May

Rodney Crowell, a Grammy-winning country music artist, has revealed his deep admiration for the Jewish-Canadian singer-songwriter Leonard Cohen through his new single "If I Could Speak to Leonard."

0 Music Jewish Law

The History Behind the Celine Dion Song Based on a Very Jewish Book

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 12 May

Canadian singer Celine Dion's song "La Mémoire d'Abraham" from her 1995 album "Deux" features unexpected Jewish themes, rooted in the lyrics of French Jewish songwriter Jean-Jacques Goldman.

0 Politics History

Princelings of Persia

Peter Theroux in Tablet · 7 May

The article explores allegations surrounding certain Iranian nationals receiving favorable immigration treatment to the United States during the Obama administration, amidst the Iran nuclear deal negotiations.

0 Antisemitism Communities

The Exception Made for Jews

Jewdicious · 4 May

In her commentary, Canadian educator Oshrat Zemel highlights the troubling rise of antisemitism in Canada, as evidenced by attacks on synagogues and bias within educational and public institutions.

0 Antisemitism Communities

The Exception Made for Jews

Jewdicious · 4 May

In her commentary, Canadian educator Oshrat Zemel highlights the troubling rise of antisemitism in Canada, as evidenced by attacks on synagogues and bias within educational and public institutions.

0 Culture Gender/Identity

A new documentary challenges stereotypes about Orthodox Jewish women — and their wigs

Simi Horwitz in Forward · 29 Apr

"Sheitel: Beauty in the Hidden," is a documentary by Lynda Medjuck-Suissa that delves into the cultural, religious, and personal significance of hair coverings among Orthodox and Hasidic Jewish women worldwide.

0 Holocaust History

'I'm fragmented, and a surviving remnant': The story of Westerbork prisoner 8331

Terrence Petty in Forward · 20 Apr

Terrence Petty narrates the profound story of Jacob "Jack" Boas, born in Westerbork, a Nazi transit camp in Holland during WWII.

0 Antisemitism Communities

As antisemitic attacks mount, Canadian Jews ask whether they still belong

Haley Cohen in Jewish Insider · 6 Apr

Canadian Jews are facing an escalating wave of antisemitic violence, marked by recent synagogue and restaurant attacks, sparking fear and concerns for their safety.

0 Education Philosophy

What Discomfort Makes Possible in the Classroom and Beyond

Sources · 29 Mar

The article explores the transformative potential of discomfort in educational environments, advocating for the integration of humility and trust in teaching.

0 Antisemitism Culture

What Will Follow the ‘Polite Pogrom’ in Canada?

The Editors in The Free Press · 27 Mar

Following a viral article in The Atlantic by Jesse Brown, the pervasive antisemitism in Canada has become more visible, revealing deeply disturbing trends within a society once perceived as embracing progressive values.

0 History Holocaust

Breaching the Walls of History

Dan Rabinowitz in Jewish Review of Books · 25 Mar

Dan Rabinowitz delves into the contentious reaction sparked by his research on the Strashun Library in Vilna, which drew criticism from the haredi community when published in Yated Neeman.

0 History Jewish Law

Breaching the Walls of History

Dan Rabinowitz in Jewish Review of Books · 25 Mar

Dan Rabinowitz explores the controversy sparked by Rabbi Michoel Sorotzkin's impassioned criticism of his report on the Brisker Rov's visit to the Strashun Library in Vilna.

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