CIJA is in the news as Canada tackles rising antisemitism with security funding and a new ministerial advisory council to scrutinize rights and inclusion. CIJA, formed 2004, is the Jewish advocacy arm of Canada’s Federations.
Avi Lewis has been elected leader of Canada's New Democratic Party, promising to rebuild the party after its worst electoral losses. Lewis, known for his anti-Zionist stance and family political legacy, campaigned on principles including affordability and the environment. His victory signals a shift in the party's direction.
Stephen Lewis, a prominent Canadian diplomat, activist, and advocate for human rights and African AIDS awareness, has died at age 88. His family announced his death from stomach cancer, which he battled for eight years. Lewis's career included UN roles and political leadership, leaving a lasting legacy.
Prime Minister has announced new measures in response to rising antisemitism across Canada, including $75 million for security at faith-based institutions and the launch of a Ministerial Advisory Council on Rights, Equality and Inclusion. The coalition stresses that these steps are about safety and education, not curbing free expression.