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In a new editorial, ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler warns of a nearly 500% surge in terrorism-related charges in Canada, with plots often targeting Jews and other vulnerable groups. He outlines the strain on law enforcement, Canada’s role as a hub for terrorist financing, and urgent steps for government and Parliament to take action.

ALCCA Chair Mark Sandler examines the continuing threat posed by Samidoun, a federally incorporated not-for-profit that was designated a prohibited terrorist group nearly a year ago.

Iain Aspenlieder has pleaded guilty to vandalizing the National Holocaust Monument. As his defence prepares to frame the act as morally driven, we must confront the reality: targeting Jewish symbols in protest fuels antisemitism and endangers Canadian Jews. This cannot be normalized.

Discover ALCCA’s 9 guiding principles in the fight against antisemitism—grounded in law, advocacy, community, and respectful dialogue.

This week’s legal update covers a major hate speech conviction in Toronto, Holocaust denial charges in North Bay, and an arrest following the desecration of the National Holocaust Monument in Ottawa.

Even in the aftermath of crippling U.S. airstrikes on Iran’s nuclear facilities, we face formidable challenges in addressing the Iranian regime's impact on Canada and how to respond to it.

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.

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

Canada’s election ushers in a new Parliament. ALCCA urges unity across parties to confront antisemitism and fulfill past commitments.

The Alliance of Canadians Combatting Antisemitism (ALCCA), CIJA, and CJLA launch the Canadian Criminal Law Working Group.