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Hate Crime & Legal Update: Elkhodary Sentencing, Ottawa Hate Crime Arrest, and Montreal Israeli Flag Arson
This week’s Hate Crime & Legal Update covers the sentencing of Omar Elkhodary for an antisemitic assault in Toronto and a hate-motivated stabbing arrest in Ottawa.

Rochelle Direnfeld
Sep 7, 20256 min read


Ottawa Holocaust Memorial Desecration, Violent Swarming in Oshawa, and New Funding to Expand B.C.’s RCMP Hate Crimes Unit
A significant week for hate crimes response in Canada: Ottawa sees criminal harassment charges in a Holocaust monument desecration case; Oshawa police investigate a possible hate-motivated swarming attack; and B.C. expands its RCMP-led hate crimes unit with new funding. ALCCA breaks down the legal developments and their broader implications.

Rochelle Direnfeld
Jul 6, 20255 min read


Hate Crime & Legal Update: Arrest in Nova Scotia Over Genocidal Hate Posts
A 22-year-old man from Nova Scotia has been arrested and charged with advocating genocide and hate promotion after posting violent antisemitic threats online. The case is one of the most extreme seen in Canada to date. ALCCA continues to monitor developments and push for consistent legal responses to hate crimes nationwide.

Rochelle Direnfeld
Jun 15, 20252 min read


Why Reporting Hate Crimes Matters – and How the Canadian Criminal Law Working Group (CCLWG) Can Help
Learn why reporting hate crimes—especially antisemitic vandalism—is essential to justice and public safety. Discover how the Canadian Criminal Law Working Group (CCLWG) can assist with legal guidance and support.

ALCCA Staff
Jun 13, 20253 min read


Toronto’s Troubling Protest Response – and What Ottawa Gets Right
Toronto’s Walk with Israel drew a record-breaking 56,000 participants in a peaceful celebration. Yet masked protestors caused safety concerns. Days later, a peace-focused Casa Loma gathering faced violent antisemitic threats and assaults. These incidents raise urgent questions about police response and the alarming boldness of hate-fuelled demonstrations across the city.

Rochelle Direnfeld
Jun 7, 20257 min read


Bubble Legislation Gains Ground – But Significant Gaps Remain
ALCCA’s Chair provides a detailed update on where bubble legislation stands across the country and a call for provinces to intervene.

Mark Sandler
May 18, 20255 min read


Project Olive Branch Episode Sparks Outrage
Project Olive Branch podcast episode sparks outrage as TPS officers make troubling comments, raising concerns over antisemitism awareness.

Rochelle Direnfeld
Mar 16, 20256 min read


Protecting Communities: Supporting Municipal Bubble Legislation in Oakville
Oakville moves toward bubble legislation to protect vulnerable sites. ALCCA’s Chair, Mark Sandler, provided legal submissions in support.

ALCCA Staff
Mar 14, 20257 min read


How Federal, Provincial, and Municipal Governments Can Tackle Antisemitism
Governments must act decisively to combat antisemitism. This article outlines key actions federal, provincial & municipal leaders must take.

Mark Sandler
Feb 9, 202513 min read


Advocating Against Hate: Key Updates and Insights – January 26, 2025
Harvard's settlement on antisemitism sparks calls for action in Canada. Stay tuned as ALCCA's Chair explores next steps

Mark Sandler
Jan 26, 20254 min read
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