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This week’s Legal Update examines recent hate-crime charges in Canada, a significant campus discipline ruling, and professional regulatory decisions – including select cases from outside Canada that may have important implications here. Together, these cases highlight how criminal law, institutional authority, and professional accountability are being applied in practice.

In a new article, ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler discusses TMU’s initial response to his open letter to President Lachemi, what needs to happen next, and the impediments to change. He also includes a clear call to action, encouraging readers to write directly to TMU’s Office of the President.

An open letter from ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler – on behalf of the Alliance of Canadians Combatting Antisemitism – condemns TMU’s ongoing failure to protect Jewish students. Following the violent November 5 attack on a Students Supporting Israel event, the letter details years of unchecked antisemitism, institutional inaction, and enabling of hate on campus – and demands accountability, enforcement of university policies, and protection for Jewish and pro-Israel students.

Days after the violent assault on Jewish students and guests at a private event, five individuals have been charged with multiple offences. ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler’s legal report outlines the existing charges, what the ongoing police investigation should address, and the university as a breeding ground for extremist conduct. He also cites the Toronto Star reporting on this violent assault as a case study in media bias.

A new lawsuit by TMU law students reignites controversy over their 2023 open letter denying Israel’s legitimacy. The case exposes flawed reasoning, misplaced outrage, and TMU’s ongoing failure to protect its Jewish community.

TMU’s faculty association passed a motion on “Anti-Palestinian Racism” – ALCCA’s Chair raises concerns about its true intent – warning it undermines academic freedom and worsens discrimination against Jewish, Israeli, and Zionist students and faculty.

CAUT’s report on academic freedom after Oct. 7 is biased, flawed, and ignores rising antisemitism on campus while promoting a political agenda.

Queen’s University rejects divestment from Israel, citing financial risk, academic freedom, and institutional neutrality.

ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler explains how Harvard’s antisemitism lawsuit settlement relates to Canadian campuses & the need for action.

Explore the vital role of higher education communicators in confronting rising antisemitism on campus.