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ALCCA’s Chair, Mark Sandler reviews a recent court decision dismissing an anti-Israel lawsuit against the Canadian government on a preliminary motion, finding the claims unsuitable for adjudication by Canadian courts.

In a recent episode of the State of Tel Aviv and Beyond podcast, hosted by Vivian Bercovici, ALCCA’s Chair, Mark Sandler, joined the program for a wide-ranging discussion on the alarming level of antisemitism, public safety concerns, and the broader challenges facing civil society in Canada and other Western democracies following October 7.

A newly published paper raises concerns about the Canadian Museum for Human Rights’ proposed “Nakba” exhibit, including its development process, narrative framing, and potential impact. In this piece, we outline the key findings and recommendations, along with ways readers can engage on this issue.

ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler comments on expanded charges in the TMU case, including public incitement of hatred, riot-related offences, and mischief.

A Law Society of Ontario panel has found that a lawyer’s use of an antisemitic trope – among other misconduct – contributed to the revocation of his licence. The panel rejected claims the comment was benign, recognizing it as a harmful stereotype.

Read ALCCA’s Pesach message on protecting freedom and combatting antisemitism in Canada. Learn how we are supporting Jewish communities and how you can help.

Following reports of antisemitic propaganda displayed at a demonstration near Bathurst and Sheppard, ALCCA Senior Criminal Counsel Rochelle Direnfeld joined Deb Hutton on Newstalk 1010 to discuss the legal implications and broader concerns.

On The Canadian Jewish News’ North Star podcast, ALCCA Senior Criminal Counsel Rochelle Direnfeld joins Michael Teper, President of the Canadian Antisemitism Education Foundation (CAEF) – an ALCCA member organization – to discuss concerns about the handling of antisemitism-related criminal charges in Toronto.

In an interview on the Toronto Today podcast, ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler discusses the legal complexities surrounding calls for an emergency injunction to stop Toronto’s Al-Quds Day rally. Sandler explains the high legal threshold for restraining events before they occur, while outlining concerns about prior rallies, potential criminal offences, and the need for vigilant enforcement of existing laws.

A new National Post column highlights a striking trend in Canada: many charges tied to anti-Israel protest activity are being dropped, stayed, or diverted. The analysis draws in part on ALCCA’s case tracking, which has identified only a small number of convictions since October 7.