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Today, the Ontario Superior Court of Justice handed down a sentence of 20 years in the case of Matthew Althorpe, who pleaded guilty in October to three terrorism-related charges.

In a new article, ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler reflects on the enduring lessons of Purim – the story of Esther and the defeat of Haman’s plot to destroy the Jewish people in ancient Persia. Drawing parallels to the modern Iranian regime under Supreme Leader Ali Khamenei, the piece examines the Iranian terror regime, its nuclear ambitions, and the double standards applied to the existential risk it poses to Israel and the world community.

As Parliament prepares to return, Jewish organizations – including the Alliance of Canadians Combatting Antisemitism (ALCCA) – urge MPs to strengthen and pass Bill C-9, warning that condemnation alone is not enough to confront rising hate and extremism in Canada.

A legal update on recent criminal law developments related to antisemitism and hate in Canada, including court decisions, terrorism-related cases, hate propaganda prosecutions, and law enforcement training delivered by ALCCA.

An urgent reflection by ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler on the Sydney attack, the normalization of antisemitism and antizionism, and why Canada must confront extremism before it’s too late.

The Standing Senate Committee on Human Rights is examining antisemitism in Canada, building on prior work by the House of Commons. Read opening statements from Secure Canada CEO Sheryl Saperia and Centre for Countering Digital Hate Founder Imran Ahmed, offering critical insights on terrorism, online extremism, and hate in the digital age.

Recent terrorism-related cases in Canada and abroad reveal an urgent need for stronger enforcement, prevention, and policy action. In this joint article, ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler – and Senior Criminal Counsel Rochelle Direnfeld – examine new threats – from ISIS-inspired plots to domestic extremism – and present ALCCA’s 11 updated Calls to Action to strengthen Canada’s response to terrorism and violent hate.

As Jews are once again targeted – this time in Manchester – we must confront more than words of condolence. Hate has been normalized in our streets, schools, and online spaces. Canada needs real action: stronger anti-hate laws, better enforcement, and the courage to reject the demonization of Zionists.

In a new editorial, ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler warns of a nearly 500% surge in terrorism-related charges in Canada, with plots often targeting Jews and other vulnerable groups. He outlines the strain on law enforcement, Canada’s role as a hub for terrorist financing, and urgent steps for government and Parliament to take action.

ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler examines the continuing threat posed by Samidoun, a federally incorporated not-for-profit that was designated a prohibited terrorist group nearly a year ago.