MONTREAL — Ceremonies marking Israel's national day took different forms in Canada on Tuesday, from cheering crowds at a party-like demonstration in Montreal to an unofficial event in Ottawa that drew a strong counter-protest.
MONTREAL — Ceremonies marking Israel's national day took different forms in Canada on Tuesday, from cheering crowds at a party-like demonstration in Montreal to an unofficial event in Ottawa that drew a strong counter-protest.
Despite the official event's cancellation, some members and supporters of Ottawa’s Jewish community met at city hall near the Israeli flag for a noon-hour gathering. The blue-and-white contingent were met by a group of pro-Palestinian demonstrators who tried to drown them out with chants including, “We don’t want two states, take us back to '48” and “From the river to the sea, Palestine is almost free.
The decision to forgo a flag-raising ceremony in Ottawa had sparked backlash from the Jewish community, including federal politicians such as Liberal MP Anthony Housefather and Conservative MP Melissa Lantsman. Mayor Mark Sutcliffe posted on social media on Friday that he had asked police and the city to come up with a way to hold the event safely, but city officials said Monday that would not happen.
"Today, we also recognize the many challenges Israel has faced through its existence, including the attacks of Oct. 7, 2023," Ford said in a statement."I continue to pray for the safe return of the hostages who were taken in the attacks and condemn hatred and antisemitism in all its forms, wherever it is found."
“I think everyone who feels Jewish in their heart wants to come out and support Israel and support peace, which is most important, and I’m hoping that will be in my lifetime,” said Dorrie Davidson, who waved a big Israeli flag on the sidelines of the event. She said she wasn’t deterred by criticism of Israel, or by counter-protesters.
Across the street, cordoned off by police tape, Montreal student Ethan Zbily was one of a few dozen people waving Palestinian flags in protest. He said he felt “disgusted” and “angry” by the festive event at a time when Palestinians are being killed.
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