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The TMU Law Students’ Open Letter – The Turmoil It Caused Has Reared Its Ugly Head Again
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.
Mark Sandler
Oct 12, 20257 min read
Hate Crime & Legal Update: Terror Groups, Hate Propaganda, Unlawful Protests and Demonstrations
In this week’s legal update, ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler highlights a jail sentence for public incitement of hatred against Jews, a guilty plea in a Neo-Nazi terrorism case linked to violent hate crimes worldwide, and Toronto police’s use of criminal law measures to address unlawful protests and demonstrations.
Mark Sandler
Oct 12, 20257 min read
ALCCA Newsletter: October 12, 2025
Access ALCCA's October 12, 2025 Newsletter.
ALCCA Staff
Oct 11, 20251 min read
Hate Crime & Legal Update: Landmark Sentencing in Canada’s First Wilful Promotion of Antisemitism Case
Canada has issued its first conviction for Wilful Promotion of Antisemitism. Rochelle Direnfeld, ALCCA’s Senior Criminal Counsel, explains the case, its impact, and the court’s strong stance against hate.
Rochelle Direnfeld
Oct 5, 20256 min read
Watch: Rochelle Direnfeld on ALCCA’s Legal Fight Against Antisemitism at Temple Sinai
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).
ALCCA Staff
Oct 5, 20251 min read
When Condemnation Isn’t Enough: Combatting Normalized Hate Against Jews
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.
Mark Sandler
Oct 5, 20254 min read
ALCCA Newsletter: October 5, 2025
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ALCCA Staff
Oct 5, 20251 min read
ALCCA Newsletter: September 28, 2025
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ALCCA Staff
Sep 27, 20251 min read
A New Year’s Message: Fighting Antisemitism Collaboratively
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.
Mark Sandler
Sep 27, 20256 min read
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