OTTAWA — As the Israel-Hamas war continues to roil, Canada's political leaders spoke at a conference in Ottawa aimed at combating antisemitism, organized by the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs.
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau told the crowd that Canada will remain a"friend" to Israel, adding that all Canadians stand with Israel in its grief. He also acknowledged a recent uptick in antisemitism aimed at Jewish communities across Canada since the war broke out.
Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre, N-D-P Leader Jagmeet Singh and Bloc Quebecois Leader Yves-François Blanchet also spoke. Poilievre cautioned against applying a"moral equivalence" between the October 7th Hamas attack and Israel's efforts to protect its civilians. Meanwhile, Singh addressed the rising tensions experienced by the Jewish community, as well as anti-Palestinian sentiments.
Outside the conference, a group of protesters gathered. The"X" social media account for the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs posted a short video of what they described as a large anti-Israel demonstration. Police were on hand and those leaving the conference were warned. As attendees left, people at the conference directed them to take a back exit.
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