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Anti-Zionism as antisemitism report
Canadian government report labels anti-Zionism as antisemitism but lacks concrete action against hate crimes.
In brief
Canadian government report labels anti-Zionism as antisemitism but lacks concrete action against hate crimes. Canadian government report defines antisemitism to include anti-Zionism but has not punished hate crimes targeting Jews. Originally reported by Nationalpost.
Government report on antisemitism
Public Safety Canada released a progress summary on commitments to combat antisemitism in Canada.
Minimal government action
Canadians report little concrete action against antisemitism despite rising hate crimes targeting Jewish communities.
Anti-Zionism included in antisemitism
Government report states antisemitism includes anti-Zionism, a shift from past government statements.
Hate crimes continue
Jewish communities face rising hate crimes including gunfire at Jewish-owned restaurants and online harassment.
Government response
Canadian governments update laws to better reflect modern expressions of antisemitism and hate.
Lack of consequences
No government penalties for using anti-Zionist rhetoric in hate speech despite report labeling it antisemitism.
At a glance
Canadian government report defines antisemitism to include anti-Zionism but has not punished hate crimes targeting Jews.
