Welcome to B'nai Brith Canada - Who we are. What we do.

B'nai Brith Canada is the independent voice of the Jewish community, representing its interests nationwide to government, NGO's and the wider Canadian public.

Since 1875, it has been respected for its groundbreaking work on matters relating to antisemitism, racism and human rights, its strong advocacy on the pressing issues of the day, and the important social services it provides. More...



Support B'nai Brith Canada

With the number of antisemitic incidents increasing almost five-fold in the last decade, and a virtual explosion of internet hate fueling such anti-Jewish activity, the work of B'nai Brith Canada is more important than ever. Make your donation now.

AUDIT OF ANTISEMITIC INCIDENTS


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Press Release - Communiqué de presse

National Executive Summary – English, French
Quebec Regional Summary – English, French
Ontario Regional Summary – English (.doc)

incident statistics (.xls), 5-year trends (.xls), simplified comparison chart (.xls)

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THIS PURIM

The holiday of Purim. A reminder that King Ahasuerus of Persia, the precursor to modern Iran, plotted to destroy the Jewish people. Today another tyrant, Iranian President Ahmadinejad, has announced his intention to do the same.

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has shared an important message with Canadians: Iran poses a danger not just to the Jewish people but to the entire western world. It's a message that needs to be heard – and taken to heart.

B'NAI BRITH CANADA ALZHEIMER'S CARE FACILITY

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Cases of Alzheimer's Disease expected to dramatically rise;
B'nai Brith steps up to the plate by building free-standing Alzheimer's care facility

To make a donation to this crucial community project,
please click here and select Alzheimer's Home from the 'Donate To' list.

To inquire about naming and sponsorship opportunities for major donors,
please call Luna Roth of the B’nai Brith Foundation at 416-633-6224 ext. 107.

NATIONAL TASK FORCE ON HOLOCAUST EDUCATION, REMEMBRANCE AND RESEARCH

The National Task Force on Holocaust Education, Remembrance and Research is pleased to announce the release of a short documentary, When Canada Said No: The Abandoned Jews of the MS St. Louis.

For more information on the National Task Force, visit the Task Force website

TAKING ACTION AGAINST HATE ON THE INTERNET

The League for Human Rights offers a unit on Hate on the Internet with workshops for community groups and high school classrooms.

WAR CRIMES PROSECUTION IN CANADA

War Crimes Prosecution in Canada, 2010
A report by David Matas, Senior Legal Counsel, B’nai Brith Canada

Download it here.

ANTI-RACISM PAMPHLETS
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for the League for Human Rights of B'nai Brith Canada's anti-racism pamphlets.

COMMUNITY SECURITY

Helpful Tips: The 12 Warning Signs

Securing Our Community

(For posting in your local synagogue, school or Jewish community centre)

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OPERATION THANK YOU

Operation Thank You:
An Educational Outreach Initiative to honour Canadian Soldiers in Afghanistan.

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STOP ANTISEMITISM ON CAMPUS

York University discriminates against Christian and Jewish coalition ahead of Israel Apartheid Week
York University conference lives up to anti-Israel expectations

Action Alert: Applaud universities that are refusing to allow inflammatory IAW posters.
“Report Card on York University” (National Post, June 13, 2009)
B’nai Brith ad in National Post (September 12, 2009)
B’nai Brith ad in National Post (March 7, 2009)
B’nai Brith ad in National Post (February 21, 2009)
B’nai Brith ad in National Post (February 14, 2009)
Contact information for university presidents

S.O.S. FRIENDS OF ISRAEL CAMPAIGN TO COMBAT THE GAZA FLOTILLA LIES

Please click here to learn more about this aggressive counter-offensive in support of the Jewish State.

Talking points on IHH, the radical Islamist organization behind the flotilla incident.

The Truth about Jerusalem

SIGN THE PETITION NOW.  B’nai Brith Canada calls for IHH to be designated as a terrorist entity in Canada.

To donate to the SOS Friends of Israel Campaign, please click here.

UN AFFAIRS

Analysis of the Goldstone Report: Stone or Gold?

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B’nai Brith denounces the Goldstone Report

B’nai Brith Canada denounces UN General Assembly adoption of Goldstone Report; Applauds Canadian Government for voting against resolution

B’nai Brith Canada disagrees with Cotler’s proposed Israeli inquiry into Gaza War

Submission to the Goldstone Mission on the Gaza Conflict

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B’nai Brith Canada releases brief on UN reform

Reforming the “Reformed” UN Human Rights Council

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Click here to access B'nai Brith Canada's press release.

News Courtesy of the Jewish Tribune

Police to probe death of resident of old age home

TORONTO – The Major Crimes Unit of the Winnipeg Police Service has opened an investigation into the 2010 death of Lilyan Peck following crown intervention in a private criminal court case.

Toronto-based lawyer Harvey Berkal had initiated private criminal charges last year against The Sharon Home Inc., which operates the Simkin Centre Personal Care Home in Winnipeg, where Peck lived until two weeks before her death.

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B'nai Brith Upcoming Events

 


For past community events check the community events section.


Book your next trip with GoIsraelTravel as a B'nai Brith member and you will receive a 5% percent discount on any of the following services: hotels, daily excursions and tours to Israel and beyond as well as car rentals in Israel and Jordan.

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