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ALCCA examines the Montreal synagogue arson sentencing hearing, the need for deterrent sentences, and the broader threat of organized antisemitic violence.

An alleged hate-motivated assault in Toronto highlights the significance of Canada's new hate crime provisions under Bill C-9.

Justice Weinstein’s sentencing decision in the Jason MacDonald case reinforces that hate-motivated threats demand meaningful jail sentences, emphasizing denunciation, deterrence, and the broader harm caused to targeted communities.

ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler reflects on the tragic shootings in Montreal that claimed the lives of Montreal Police Constable Mohamed Lamine Benredouane and community member Michel Moshe Mizrahi. His statement examines what is currently known about the attack, the role of online ideological extremism and radicalization, and the broader lessons for combating hatred and domestic terrorism. It also highlights recent international discussions on addressing antisemitism and other form

ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler appeared before the Standing Senate Committee on Human Rights to deliver opening remarks on Bill C-9 and Canada’s response to hate-motivated crime and extremism.

Four Palestine Action activists received significant prison sentences after a raid on an Elbit Systems facility. The U.K. Court of Appeal has also upheld the group's designation as a terrorist organization.

An examination of how extremist actors attempt to use coded language and substitute terms such as “Zionist” to evade hate-speech laws, and why courts, tribunals, police, and prosecutors must assess speech based on its substance, context, and effect.

Following this year's Walk with Israel, ALCCA's Chair examines the policing approach that helped keep participants safe while respecting Charter rights. The article highlights recent enforcement actions, the use of designated protest zones, and the ongoing challenges of addressing antisemitic hate and incitement.

Part 3 of our review of the Senate Report on Antisemitism examines key recommendations that were omitted and explores broader systemic issues contributing to the rise of antisemitism in Canada.

ALCCA comments on recent hate-related charges connected to demonstrations at Bathurst and Sheppard, the evolving policing response to antisemitism in Toronto, and the growing normalization of anti-Zionist rhetoric targeting Jews and Israelis in public spaces.