The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs called on the government to move quickly before it is too late, following mass antisemitic protests in Montreal last week.
This betrayal of Israel is embarrassing for any true supporter of Canada as well as of true Canadian values. It should be roundly condemned.
The result is that many Jews will not be able to access kosher beef and veal either because it is simply not available, or the cost is prohibitive.
At the Saturday protest, an anti-Israel activist and historian at a local university claimed that antisemitism was being used to conceal crimes in Gaza.
"We remain deeply concerned by extremist settler violence in the West Bank and condemn such acts," said the Canadian Foreign Minister.
The event had the largest number of participants in its 55 year history. The Walk is Canada’s largest Jewish community event and the world’s largest Israel solidarity walk outside of Israel.
"The susceptibility to Islamic fundamentalism affecting so many of our students tell us we have a big problem," said Kolot Mayim Reform Temple's Rabbi Lynn Greenhough.
"Shame on La Presse for posting this vile caricature," said the Israeli embassy to Canada. "The antisemitism in Canada is off the chart."
In 2021, Canada's military product exports to Israel were worth around $21 million Canadian. Israel's defense budget is in the billions.
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