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ALCCA’s Senior Criminal Counsel, Rochelle Direnfeld, provides an update on the arrest of an 18-year-old male in connection with the March 2026 shootings targeting two Toronto-area synagogues. The article outlines the charges laid, summarizes the joint police investigation, and addresses ongoing community concerns regarding potential hate-motivated crime charges.

ALCCA’s Chair, Mark Sandler reviews a recent court decision dismissing an anti-Israel lawsuit against the Canadian government on a preliminary motion, finding the claims unsuitable for adjudication by Canadian courts.

In a new article, we examine a UK court decision denying an application to issue a summons against a dual British–Israeli national for IDF service, finding the case “legally flawed” and an abuse of process driven by political motives.

In a recent episode of the State of Tel Aviv and Beyond podcast, hosted by Vivian Bercovici, ALCCA’s Chair, Mark Sandler, joined the program for a wide-ranging discussion on the alarming level of antisemitism, public safety concerns, and the broader challenges facing civil society in Canada and other Western democracies following October 7.

Access ALCCA's April 30, 2026 Newsletter.

A newly published paper raises concerns about the Canadian Museum for Human Rights’ proposed “Nakba” exhibit, including its development process, narrative framing, and potential impact. In this piece, we outline the key findings and recommendations, along with ways readers can engage on this issue.

ALCCA’s Chair examines a Toronto case in which a charge of public incitement of hatred against the Islamic Republic of Iran was withdrawn, raising important questions about the application of Canadian hate law and the distinction between governments and protected groups.

An Ontario Court of Justice judge has found that a theft at a Toronto protest was motivated by bias, prejudice, or hatred against the Jewish community, rejecting a discharge and emphasizing denunciation and deterrence in sentencing. The decision underscores the serious impact of hate-motivated conduct and contributes to a growing body of case law recognizing the harm of antisemitic incidents in Canada.

Access ALCCA's April 23, 2026 Newsletter.