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Oct. 7 film ‘The Road Between Us’ now on Paramount+
The film's success followed a controversy in which it was initially removed from the festival’s lineup over clearance demands related to Hamas bodycam footage, then reinstated after protests.
Teachers in Ontario file human rights applications against school boards, unions for antisemitism
University of Toronto hosting October 7 event, 'Honoring Our Martyrs' on massacre anniversary
Canadian Jews considering immigration to US under Trump amid increasing fear of antisemitism
What three cultural giants can teach us about finding common ground - opinion
In a divided world, great culture can bring people together without asking them to share politics, faith, or history.
Ontario Jewish community saddened, but not shocked, by synagogue shooting
“We knew this was going to happen,” Warren, a member of Sons of Jacob and a resident of Belleville. told JTA. “We’ve been saying as Jews that we’re very concerned with the rise of antisemitism."
Pahlavi: Iran regime continues to erode from within as defections grow
Iran’s exiled Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi said regime officials and military members are quietly breaking away, claiming the opposition has entered a new phase against Tehran.
UofT under fire over ‘Bridging Theories of Anti-Zionism’ working group
UofT’s new ‘Bridging Theories of Anti-Zionism’ working group has sparked debate over academic inquiry, antisemitism and campus protections for Jewish students.
Air Canada brings back Tel Aviv flights, suspends flight director for antisemitic posts
After months of safety-related cancellations, Air Canada is resuming its Tel Aviv-Toronto route in November instead of January, as it manages a internal crisis over an employee’s online hate posts.
A moment of Israeli pride: Avi Nesher’s ‘Our Loves’ gets standing ovations in Toronto
Nesher describes his film as the story of “six people who thought they were having the worst day of their lives on October 6, 2023,” and follows them through the Hamas massacre on October 7.
Toronto mayoral candidate challenges incumbent on handling of antisemitism during debate
The flashpoint occurred during a questioning segment when former cabinet minister and mayoral contender Chris Alexander pressed Mayor Chow on her absence from a community event last week.
Toronto debate on antisemitism takes place with mayors absence
Toronto City Councilor Mike Colle addressed the audience during the event, emphasizing the broader stakes of the municipal election beyond everyday civic issues.
Canadian council candidate Rasha Zaid says Zionists ‘must be locked up’ in video
Windsor council candidate Rasha Zaid was recorded saying Zionists “must be locked up,” later telling the Post that her remarks were directed at those supporting alleged crimes, not Zionists generally.
Guy Nattiv’s ‘The Liberation’ premieres at the Telluride Film Festival
The psychological drama, written by Nattiv and Noa Berman-Herzberg, was inspired by a true story from Nattiv’s family.