Testimonials

"ALCCA and its Chair, Mark Sandler, represent some of our community’s most outstanding and effective leaders in combatting antisemitism. Their work blends robust expert legal and policy advocacy, drawing upon unique expertise in criminal law, with initiatives that build bridges — grounded in shared humanity and a rejection of extremism. ALCCA’s outstanding newsletter provides in-depth analysis of the law, calls to action and the challenges Canada faces in fending off hatred. ALCCA is setting the highest standards for excellence and collaboration among community organizations and our allies."

Professor Irwin Cotler O.C., Founder & International Chair, Raoul Wallenberg Centre for Human Rights

"I have worked closely with ALCCA’s Chair, Mark Sandler, in countering pervasive antisemitism in Canada. He is truly indefatigable in his pro bono advocacy on behalf of the Jewish community and its allies, particularly as Canada’s leading expert on the use of criminal, provincial and municipal laws to combat hatred and extremism. At the same time, he has assembled 60+ community organizations, a number of which I have also worked with, to address issues in national security, education, and government. At the same time, ALCCA is working under Mark’s leadership to promote respectful dialogue. Mark has been an exceptional ally in our work, an outstanding expert adviser on law enforcement, and a source of relentless energy and guidance at a time so desperately needed. Canada is lucky to have him in this fight and he should be given all possible support to advance his well-reasoned initiatives."

Deborah Lyons, Canada’s Special Envoy on Preserving Holocaust Remembrance and Combatting Antisemitism

"Antisemitism is one of the oldest and most persistent forms of hatred — an affront to human rights and dignity. As someone committed to challenging radicalization, advancing democratic values, and empowering communities from within, I see allyship as a moral imperative. Through CMAA’s membership in ALCCA, we’ve joined a growing network of organizations working together to confront hate and promote justice. ALCCA’s principled advocacy, education, and legal work create meaningful opportunities
for allies to stand united, share knowledge, and drive change. I value ALCCA not only as a partner, but as a force for collective empowerment and cross-community solidarity."

Raheel Raza, President, Steering Committee, Council of Muslims Against Antisemitism (CMAA)

"The need for effective leadership to combat antisemitism has never been more urgent. Mark Sandler, the Founder and Chair of Alliance of Canadians Combatting Antisemitism (ALCCA), has built a collaborative model based on the expertise and dynamism of more than sixty diverse organizations. Included among them are "Distinguished Canadians" — a group of 100 recipients of the Order of Canada, all honoured for their major contributions to our country. These men and women endorse and support ALCCA’s critically important work."

Wendy Eisen, C.M.

"The Alliance of Canadians Combatting Antisemitism (ALCCA) and its dynamic Founder and Chair, Mark Sandler, have been key partners in supporting the Network of Engaged Canadian Academics (NECA) in its pursuit of its mission to combat antisemitism, defend academic freedom and promote viewpoint diversity in higher education. ALCCA, through its unique collaborative model, is a leading organization in countering hate, intolerance, and threats to freedom of expression in Canada. ALCCA helped NECA address some of the most challenging issues facing Canadian campuses including in proactively addressing antisemitism with University and College administrators, fighting discriminatory motions in faculty unions, and contending with speakers who promote hateful ideologies. ALCCA’s member organizations offer a wellspring of expertise from across numerous disciplines and sectors. ALCCA has therefore been a source of critically important intellectual and strategic exchange aligning our efforts toward effectively combating antisemitism in Canada. NECA is deeply grateful to ALCCA, which catalyzes and amplifies its work."

Cary Kogan, Ph.D., C.Psych., President and Co-Founder, Network of Engaged Canadian Academics (NECA)

“As part of ALCCA’s growing alliance, I’m proud to contribute to strengthening the bond between the Hindu and Jewish communities. Our collaboration has allowed us to confront hate together and promote mutual understanding. I deeply value ALCCA’s commitment to inter-community solidarity and the opportunities it creates for meaningful engagement.”

Dr. Ragini Sharma, President, Canadian Organization for Hindu Heritage Education (COHHE)

"Standing up to rising antisemitism takes real collaboration — and ALCCA has been at the heart of bringing community organizations together to make that happen, whether through its national coalition or by helping launch the Canadian Criminal Law Working Group alongside CIJA and the CJLA. These efforts bring together legal expertise and community leadership from across Canada to make sure hate-motivated crimes are addressed under the law and victims get the support they need. A lot of that comes down to the leadership of ALCCA’s Chair, Mark Sandler, whose experience and commitment to partnership have been key to building this collective effort. It’s a powerful example of what’s possible when organizations work together with a shared purpose and a real drive to protect our communities."

Joseph Neuberger, Senior Criminal Lawyer and President of the Canadian Jewish Law Association (CJLA)

"We live in times where the most urgent issue facing the Jewish community is how to deal with and counter the wave of antisemitism rolling through our society. In formulating and coordinating this response, I find that ALCCA is truly the place where the rubber meets the road. Whether it is addressing hate in our educational system, helping train police to better respond to attacks against our community, or coordinating the myriad Jewish organizations and voices who are addressing this issue, ALCCA and its founder Mark Sandler represent the vision, tactics, and strategy that our community needs. Temple Sinai of Toronto is proud to be a partner with ALCCA and I see in Mark a central, impactful leader of today’s Jewish world."

Rabbi Michael Dolgin, Temple Sinai Congregation of Toronto

"CIJA partnered with the Alliance of Canadians Combatting Antisemitism (ALCCA) and the Canadian Jewish Law Association (CJLA) to launch the Canadian Criminal Law Working Group — a vital initiative that draws on our collective legal expertise and extensive networks. This Working Group provides critical support to victims of antisemitic hate crimes and works to ensure justice and accountability for perpetrators. The partnership exemplifies the power of collaboration in advancing community protection and advocacy. It also reflects a broader pattern of cooperation, as seen in initiatives like the push for “safe access zone” bylaws, where CIJA’s efforts are significantly strengthened through our ongoing work with ALCCA."

Richard Marceau, Vice President, External Affairs & General Counsel, Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA)

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