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ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler joined Canadian Justice for a powerful conversation on the rise of antisemitism in Canada. Appearing alongside representatives from ALCCA member organizations, the panel examined how contemporary antisemitism is increasingly expressed through anti-Zionism, the surge in hate-motivated incidents since October 7, and the growing intimidation faced by Jewish families, students, and communities.

We’re sharing the following resources to help clarify key concepts, address misinformation, and support informed, accurate engagement on the issue of Anti-Palestinian Racism (APR).

Watch the recording of Community Briefing: Making Sense of Canada’s Combatting Hate Act (Bill C-9) – a highly attended session featuring leading legal experts explaining what the proposed legislation means for Canadians, its real-world impact on combatting antisemitism and hate, and how communities can advocate for stronger protections.

On Yom Kippur at Temple Sinai, Rochelle Direnfeld – ALCCA’s Senior Criminal Counsel – joined Rabbi Michael Dolgin to share updates on ALCCA’s legal work. She highlighted efforts to train police and prosecutors, support victims, and advocate for stronger hate-crime enforcement, while reviewing antisemitism trends, recent cases, Bill C-9, and the emerging concept of Anti-Palestinian Racism (APR).

A thoughtful New Year’s reflection from ALCCA’s Chair on how Canada’s Jewish community – together with non-Jewish allies – can work more effectively to combat antisemitism. It calls for strategic collaboration, mutual respect among organizations, and action-oriented advocacy to confront hate and build stronger partnerships in the year ahead.

ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler joined CJN’s North Star podcast to discuss Canada’s new Combatting Hate Act. He welcomed stronger protections for Jewish institutions but urged more action, including addressing the glorification or wilful promotion of terrorism.

Canadian LGBTQ+ Jewish youth are facing exclusion and rising antisemitism, leaving them uniquely vulnerable. This article explores recent incidents, the painful impact of being shut out of queer and progressive spaces, and the urgent need for true inclusion and solidarity.

Discover ALCCA’s 9 guiding principles in the fight against antisemitism—grounded in law, advocacy, community, and respectful dialogue.

Watch: ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler shares powerful insights on legal advocacy and the fight against antisemitism at the national Confronting Antisemitism in Canada conference.

As Ontario municipalities adopt bubble zone bylaws to counter rising hate, the legal debate intensifies. ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler joins CBC’s Front Burner to weigh in on the balance between civil liberties and protecting vulnerable communities.