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This week’s roundup includes a disturbing case out of Halifax, where a 16-year-old is facing 33 charges—including hate promotion and weapons offences—following an alleged threat to a local high school.

Ahead of this week's Toronto City Council meeting on bubble legislation, ALCCA’s Chair, Mark Sandler, joined John Tory on Newstalk 1010 to discuss the proposed bylaw. He explained how it aims to protect vulnerable spaces – such as places of worship, schools, and daycares – without restricting protest rights. Citing legal precedent, Sandler emphasized the importance of balancing fundamental freedoms with safeguarding communities from harassment and intimidation.

Two Ontario court rulings this week revealed striking contrasts in how antisemitic conduct is addressed in the justice system.

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.

ALCCA’s Chair provides a detailed update on where bubble legislation stands across the country and a call for provinces to intervene.

Access ALCCA's May 18, 2025 Newsletter.

CBC reports on Ottawa’s proposed protest buffer zone bylaw. ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler urges councillors to act swiftly to protect vulnerable communities.

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

Access ALCCA's May 11, 2025 Newsletter.