UJA Federation of Greater Toronto

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When you walk the streets of Jerusalem, there is no denying the power of this ancient city. For thousands of years, Jerusalem has stood at the heart of Jewish faith, culture, and history. Today, on Yom Yerushalayim (Jerusalem Day), we celebrate the reunification of Jerusalem and the return of the Jewish people to the Old City 59 years ago. It was an extraordinary moment that fulfilled generations of longing, prayer, and unwavering hope.

In the latest escalation against Jewish community life, hateful activists have launched a campaign to flood the Canada Revenue Agency with complaints about Jewish schools. The public targeting of these institutions has severe consequences on Jewish families, especially in the current climate of rising antisemitism and attacks on our community spaces. Help us send a message to Canada Revenue Agency’s leadership. Tell them that the agency must not allow its complaint process to be manipulated by those who would weaponize our institutions to target Canadians. You can take action here: actionhub.ca/alert/cra/

The census is one of the most important tools our Jewish community has to ensure we receive the support and resources we deserve from the federal government. As it is required by law, make sure you complete it by May 12th. All information provided to Statistics Canada through the census is confidential and anonymized to ensure that no publicly available data can be connected to you or to your household. Learn more: census.gc.ca/en/index

Happy Mother’s Day, Jewish Toronto! We’re sending love and gratitude to all the amazing moms, grandmothers, and motherly figures who inspire and nurture our community every day. 💙 Thank you for passing down traditions, strengthening Jewish life, and helping shape our community for generations to come. Wishing you a beautiful Mother’s Day! 💐

Our partnership and collaboration with the Jewish Security Network and information provided by @ShomrimToronto at the scene assisted @TorontoPolice investigators and helped lead to a very quick arrest by our officers. Public and community safety is best served when we work together. In an emergency, always call 9-1-1. For information on these charges, please see our news release: tps.ca/media-centre/n…

UPDATE: An arrest has now been made in connection with last night’s shooting with a replica firearm outside a Toronto synagogue. We are grateful to Toronto Police for their swift action and ongoing investigation. These incidents must continue to be treated with the seriousness they deserve, and those responsible must be held fully accountable. 

It's long past time for governments and authorities to confront the serious threats driving violent attacks before we face a tragic loss of life. More info here: tps.ca/media-centre/n…

News Release - Man Arrested in Two Suspected Hate-Motivated Assault with a Weapon Investigations, Bathurst Street and Highway 401 Area tps.ca/media-centre/n…

UJA is relieved to learn that Toronto Police Service (TPS) has made an arrest following another attack with a weapon targeting members of the Jewish community last night. One person was injured.    The Jewish Security Network (JSN), in partnership with other community security partners, received critical information about the shooting and passed the information to law enforcement, who were then able to make an arrest. 
 These alarming antisemitic attacks, now occurring in rapid succession, must not be allowed to continue. These escalating acts of intimidation and extremism threaten not only the Jewish community, but the safety and social fabric of our broader society. Everyone in Canada should be concerned.    As for the Jewish community, we have always persevered and will continue to do so. We are not going anywhere.    Because of our community’s vigilance in reporting specific information, police were able to trace and make this arrest.  Always report security concerns to police (911) and to the Jewish Security Network’s 24/7 Security Operations Centre at 437-222-3999.

Last night, three individuals standing outside a Toronto synagogue were shot at with a replica firearm, leaving one person with minor injuries. This marks the second such incident in a week, following three separate shootings targeting synagogues in March. This is not normal, and it cannot become normalized. Individuals were targeted outside a Jewish institution and subjected to intimidation and violence because of who they are and where they were. The cumulative impact on the Jewish community is profound. Families should not have to fear attending synagogue, gathering in community spaces, or simply standing outside Jewish institutions in Toronto. Governments, law enforcement, and civic leaders must treat these incidents with the seriousness they deserve and ensure those responsible are identified and held accountable. Anyone with information is urged to contact Toronto Police.

Suspect Charged in Vaughan and Toronto Synagogue Shootings Full Details Here: yrp.ca/en/Modules/New…

Suspect Charged in Toronto and Vaughan Synagogue Shootings. News Release: tps.to/65853

We are encouraged to learn that a suspect has been charged in connection with the shootings at Shaarei Shomayim in Toronto and Beth Avraham Yoseph of Toronto (BAYT) in Vaughan this past March. The suspect is not being named as he was 17 years old at the time of the offence.   These attacks shook the sense of safety not only for those congregations, but for Jewish communities across the region. We thank the Toronto Police Service and York Regional Police for their diligence and coordination in advancing this investigation. Their work sends a clear signal that those who target our community will be identified and held accountable.   Strong and consistent enforcement of the law is essential. The Jewish community, like all Canadians, must have confidence that acts of violence and intimidation will be met with serious consequences.    Multiple shootings targeting synagogues represent a dangerous escalation. Canada’s reputation as a safe and inclusive country depends on our collective willingness to confront this reality directly. We will continue working with partners at all levels to ensure the safety and security of Jewish institutions and to address the conditions that allow hate to take root.   As the Jewish Security Network (JSN) continues to work closely with law enforcement, we encourage community members to stay aware of their surroundings and report any concerns.

UJA has been made aware of a violent attack against members of the Jewish community involving a weapon on Thursday, April 30. While we are relieved that none of the victims were seriously injured, this reflects an escalation of antisemitic violence across the GTA. Just last week, a member of the community was physically assaulted outside a synagogue, and a Jewish-owned store was vandalized in an antisemitic incident. There can be no ambiguity about the motive. These targeted attacks are intended to threaten our community and force us to hide our identity. It won’t work. We are resilient, strong, and determined to live our Jewish lives freely and openly. Toronto Police Service (TPS) are investigating this as a suspected hate crime and are asking for the public’s help to identify the vehicle used in the attack. We have confidence police will apprehend the suspect.  Anyone with information is urged to contact police as soon as possible at (416) 808-3505 or at 222tips.com.

News Release - Suspected Hate-Motivated Assault with a Weapon Investigation, Bathurst Street and Lawrence Avenue West area, Video Released tps.ca/media-centre/n…

News Release - Suspect for Identification in Vaughan and Toronto Synagogue Shootings, Link to photos of a male suspect and a vehicle for identification tps.ca/media-centre/n…

May is Canadian Jewish Heritage Month! This month offers an opportunity to discover and celebrate Jewish culture, faith, and history, as well as the tremendous contributions of Jewish communities to Canada’s social, political, and economic fabric. UJA brings Canadian Jewish heritage to life by unlocking the full potential of our community. Through a wide network of programs and partners, we educate, celebrate, and connect people across the GTA and beyond. Together, we celebrate our heritage and strengthen the future of Jewish life in Canada.

Joint Statement by CIJA, @UJAFederation, and @FederationCJA:  There is a coordinated campaign to erase Jewish life in Canada. And it is not only being waged through violence and intimidation. For months, a veritable witch hunt across various channels has targeted all Jewish community institutions with the goal of erasing Jewish life in this country. Today, this campaign, orchestrated by radical anti-Jewish and anti-Israel groups, has crossed a new threshold by attacking our community's schools, with a clear and blatant intent to weaponize the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). Fringe activists have filed malicious complaints targeting 11 of our schools across Canada, as well as members of our community. The goal is not transparency, but a blatant desire to paralyze and destroy Jewish community life in Canada. Targeting our schools means targeting our children, and that is unacceptable. Let’s recall the facts: since October 7, Jewish schools have faced real threats—gunshots, incendiary devices, antisemitic graffiti, and harassment. Instead of protecting children, these malicious actors prefer to put a target on their backs, using them as pawns for their vile antisemitic propaganda, which ultimately attacks the very values of our country. CIJA, supported by leading legal experts, is actively engaged with the government to counter this offensive. While there is no indication of elevated security threat, we will continue to work with Security Networks all across the country and authorities on security and safety. Targeting Jewish schools means targeting Canadian children, which is sickening and unacceptable. We trust that Canada Revenue Agency will reject this cynical attack on the integrity of schools that, every day, proudly teach Canadian values.

UJA is aware of this morning’s violent attack at the Sephardic Kehila Centre in Thornhill. An individual tried to force entry into the synagogue and assaulted a member of our community. The incident was reported to the Jewish Security Network (JSN), who ensured York Regional Police (YRP) were notified and are supporting the investigation. We are relieved our community member was not seriously injured. That does not lessen the seriousness of the attack, which reflects a continued pattern of antisemitic violence targeting our community. The Jewish community, like all Canadians, deserves to live in peace and security. As these incidents become more normalized, they erode public safety and our way of life as Canadians. This cannot be tolerated. We are grateful to YRP for their swift response and have full confidence they will do everything in their power to apprehend the suspect. Anyone with information is urged to contact York Regional Police at 1-866-876-5423 ext. 7441.

HATE/BIAS-MOTIVATED INCIDENT 09:35am 7026 Bathurst Street, Vaughan Sephardic Kehila Centre - male suspect (pictured below) attempted to force his way into a Synagogue and assaulted a victim prior to fleeing the scene - the victim was not injured - York Regional Police Hate Crime Unit is investigating - Please call 1-866-876-5423 ext. 7441 with any information #GO26139957

Happy Yom Ha’atzmaut, Jewish Toronto! 💙 Today we celebrate 78 years of the State of Israel, a story of resilience, hope, and renewal. From generation to generation, we carry forward a deep connection to our people, our history, and our future. As we mark this day of joy, we also hold space for reflection and unity across our global Jewish family. Am Yisrael Chai 🇮🇱