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Tag: Canada Israel Relations

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Sylvan Adams speaks out after anti-Israel vandals smashed the McGill building with his name on it

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 15 Oct

The episode covers Canadian-Israeli philanthropist Sylvan Adams' response to the vandalism of the McGill Sports Science Institute named after him, following protests tied to anti-Israel sentiments.

0 Politics Israel

Former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy wants to fight the information war in Canada

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 15 Jul

Eylon Levy, fired as the Israeli government's international media spokesperson, has launched the Israeli Citizen Spokespersons' Office to enhance Israel's global image and counter misconceptions.

0 Politics Israel

Former Israeli government spokesperson Eylon Levy wants to fight the information war in Canada

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 15 Jul

Eylon Levy, a former spokesperson for the Israeli government, discusses his new initiative in Canada aimed at informing and rallying support against misinformation targeting Israel.

0 Politics Culture

Two years ago this week El Al said it was shuttering direct service to Canada. It did. Will it return?

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 25 Jun

El Al, the Israeli airline, is reconsidering its approach to the Canadian market after ceasing direct flights from Toronto in 2022, despite full flights prior to the COVID-19 pandemic.

0 Politics Culture

Two years ago this week El Al said it was shuttering direct service to Canada. Will it return?

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 25 Jun

El Al's direct service route to Canada remains closed indefinitely despite the high demand, with the airline now focusing on strengthening its partnerships, such as a codeshare with Delta, to maintain Canadian connections.

0 Politics Communities

Vancouver rabbis privately met with Justin Trudeau to tell him 'Jewish Canadians are not safe'

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 1 Apr

Prime Minister Justin Trudeau met with Vancouver Jewish leaders to discuss their safety concerns amidst recent political tensions, following Canada’s controversial stance on Israel.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Sunday bonus: Ellin on 'Bonjour Chai': How bad are things for Canadian Jews now?

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 31 Mar

Ellin Bessner discusses the rising tide of antisemitism in Canada and reflects on her experience as a Jewish journalist.

0 Politics Israel

Israel ‘weighing its options’ on retaliation for Canada’s weapon sales ban, says ambassador Iddo Moed

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 26 Mar

Israeli Ambassador to Canada, Iddo Moed, discusses the implications of Canada’s recent motion to ban arms sales to Israel, emphasizing the symbolic impact rather than the practical effect on Israel's defense capabilities.

0 Politics Israel

Israel ‘weighing its options’ on retaliation for Canada’s weapon sales ban, says ambassador Iddo Moed

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 26 Mar

Israel's ambassador to Canada, Iddo Moed, discusses the impact of Canada's recent decision to halt arms sales to Israel and the broader diplomatic implications.

0 Politics Israel

War Cabinet Member, Ron Dermer

Call Me Back · 21 Mar

Ron Dermer discusses Israel's ongoing military operations in Gaza, the strategic objectives of dismantling Hamas, and navigating international relations, particularly with the United States and Canada.

0 Politics History

18 things worth remembering about Brian Mulroney’s support for Canadian Jews and Israel

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 4 Mar

Brian Mulroney, Canada’s 18th Prime Minister, is remembered for his significant support of the Jewish community and Israel, despite having no Jewish connections during his early life.

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These Canadians are still writing letters to Israeli hostages—even while the Red Cross isn’t delivering them

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 4 Jan

In Canadian Jewish communities, over 1,000 volunteers have been writing letters to Israeli hostages urging the Red Cross to intervene, even as the organization states it cannot deliver these messages.

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The CJN Daily panel talks about the year in politics: Canada on Israel, predicting Trudeau’s future, the Nazi standing ovation—and what to watch for in 2024

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 26 Dec 2023

The CJN Daily discusses Canadian politics in the context of Israel, focusing on Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's handling of the Israel-Hamas conflict, UNRWA funding, and CBC News' terminology regarding Hamas.

0 Communities History

Israel just airlifted in 180 Ethiopian Jews. Meet the Canadians who helped make it happen

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 2 Jun 2022

This episode of The CJN Daily discusses the recent airlift of 180 Ethiopian Jews to Israel as part of Operation Tzur Israel and highlights the involvement of Canadian Jewish leaders in facilitating this migration.

0 Politics Israel

Former ambassador Vivian Bercovici gives top marks to Israel's new government

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 6 Oct 2021

In this episode, Canada's former ambassador to Israel, Vivian Bercovici, assesses the first 100 days of Naftali Bennett's government, giving it high marks for its pragmatism and achievement in stabilizing Israel's political landscape.

0 Politics Communities

Debating the election issues that matter most to Canadian Jews

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 13 Sep 2021

In this episode, The CJN Daily convenes a panel of young Jewish political volunteers representing different parties to discuss key issues affecting Canada's Jewish community in the context of the federal elections.

0 Politics Israel

What did Marc Garneau accomplish in his trip to Israel?

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 6 Jul 2021

In this episode, the discussion centers on Canada's Foreign Minister Marc Garneau's visit to Israel, highlighting his intention to lower tensions regarding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict while emphasizing Canada's ongoing commitment to peace and security in the Middle East.

0 Politics Israel

Israel’s new leader has a Canadian connection—and plenty of challenges

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 16 Jun 2021

This episode examines the political and international significance of Naftali Bennett becoming Israel's new prime minister, focusing on his Canadian connections and policy implications.