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This week, we applauded a significant step forward in addressing racism and hate on Ontario's postsecondary campuses, continued intervening with government on their discriminatory embargo, and called on the Pride community to embrace diversity for all its members. For more information, read on.
CIJA
On Wednesday, after intervention and investigation by CIJA, Minister Joly publicly confirmed <[link removed]> that previously unreported suspensions of the export of arms and military equipment to Israel were in fact in place and that 30 licences had been ‘suspended pending further investigation into their intended use,’even mentioning a specific contract involving a joint venture with a U.S.-based defence contractor. CIJA has engaged the government on this issue. However, to date, it has not responded to our questions or to those raised by Israel.In response to Minister Joly’s disclosure, we have undertaken several initiatives and have assured Canadian Federations that we will continue to monitor developments and engage as appropriate on this issue.Our full comment on Minister Joly can be foundhere <[link removed]>.
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On Thursday, the Federal Court rejected the Trudeau government’s motion to dismiss the application for judicial review of their decision to resume funding for the controversial United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA). The government had tried arguing that the Minister of International Development’s decision was not reviewable by the courts, an argument rejected by Madam Justice McVeigh.
This means that the application by Dikla Mizrachi, mother of Ben Mizrachi; Iris Liniado, daughter of Judih Weinstein Haggai; Jacqui Vital, mother of Adi Vital-Kaploun; Raquel Ohnona, mother of Alexandre Look; together with us at CIJA to have the March 8, 2024, decision by the Minister of International Development to resume UNRWA funding declared unreasonable will proceed before the Federal Court.
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This week, as one of his first acts in his new role, newly appointed Ontario Minister of Colleges and Universities Nolan Quinn issued his directive for Bill 166, marking a significant step forward in addressing racism and hate on Ontario's postsecondary campuses. Incorporating many of CIJA's recommendations, this directive outlines standards for the implementation of Bill 166 that ensure consistency, fairness, and compliance in the reporting, investigation, and resolution of campus hate incidents. Most importantly, it adds mechanisms for accountability and enforcement, including penalties for non-compliance.
While it will take some time to see whether the measures are effective in holding postsecondary institutions accountable, CIJA views this directive as an encouraging start toward a more stable and welcoming campus environment for all faculty, staff, and students. Read our statement here <[link removed]>.
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In this piece in The Hill Times <[link removed]>, Jess Burke, Director of EDI and Liaison to 2SLGBTQIA+ Partnerships at CIJA; Rabbi Daniel Mikelberg, Senior Rabbi of Temple Israel (Ottawa); and Jesse Samuels of the International Alliance of Theatrical Stage Employeesissue a call toPride organizations and the wider 2SLGBTQIA+ community to recognize, address, combat, and unlearn antisemitism, just as they’ve endeavoured to unlearn other oppressions.
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This week, we were notified by Canada Post that mail and parcel delivery has resumed <[link removed]> between Canada and Israel. Canada Post was unable to deliver mail to Israeldue to a lack of air transport, as air routesinto Israel had been suspended in August because of the threat of attacks from Hezbollah and Iran.CIJA has been in contact with Canada Post throughout this suspension, and they have advised us that,while service has nowresumed,there may still be delays in mail sent to Israel.
Take Action
Tell CUPE to fire Fred Hahn <[link removed]>
It’s time to make terrorist symbols illegal! <[link removed]>
Community Calendar
September 30 | Truth and Reconciliation Day
October 2 | Rosh Hashanah (Starts at sunset)
October 11 | Yom Kippur (Starts at sunset)
October 14 | Thanksgiving
October 17 | Sukkot (Starts at sunset)
CIJA in the News <[link removed]>
Ukrainian group plans legal challenge if Ottawa decides to release names of alleged Nazi war criminals (The Globe and Mail) <[link removed]>
Conservatives call on government to disclose how latest ISIS suspect came to Canada (Global News) <[link removed]>
Jewish students ‘concerned’ about upcoming school year, say more Israel education is needed (The Hub) <[link removed]>
NDP defends Montreal byelection flyer with Palestinian flag, ‘genocide’ accusation (CityNews + The Canadian Press Syndication) <[link removed]>
NDP candidate promotes Palestinian flag, 'genocide' accusations in Montreal byelection campaign (National Post + Post Media Syndication) <[link removed]>
CIJA launches Election Hub to support Jewish voters ahead of B.C. election (True North) <[link removed]>
Federal NDP candidate in Montreal byelection hands out anti-Israel campaign fliers (True North) <[link removed]>
Joly says Canada will block U.S.-bound ammunition sale destined for Israel (The Globe and Mail) <[link removed]>
Terror suspect on his way to kill Jews arrested south of Montreal (The Suburban) <[link removed]>
Canada halts 30 arms export permits to Israel, including US-linked deal (Middle East Monitor) <[link removed]>
Our Pride embraces, cares for, and protects all at-risk communities, and denounces hate (The Hill Times) <[link removed]>
Federal government puts roadblock in front of ammo-supply deal for Israel (The Globe and Mail) <[link removed]>
MPs comment on the CRA decision to revoke JNF-Canada’s charitable status (Alberta Jewish News) <[link removed]>
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Community Careers
Hillel Director (Jewish Federation of Edmonton) <[link removed]>
Communications and Social Media Officer (Jewish Federation of Ottawa) <[link removed]>
Manager, Young Adult & Family Programs - Jewish Federation of Ottawa <[link removed]>
Associate Director of Development (Edmonton) <[link removed]>
Administrative Coordinator at Hillel Ontario <[link removed]>
Director of Advocacy, Emerging Campuses, Hillel Ontario <[link removed]>
Director of Education & Mobilization, Hillel Ontario <[link removed]>
Wellness Support Specialist. Hillel Ontario <[link removed]>
Engagement & Advocacy Coordinator at Hillel Ontario <[link removed]>
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