Carney pledges action on antisemitism amid council backlash
Canadian antisemitism concerns drive Carney's response to rising hate and violence See why Jewish groups want stronger action as incidents and criticism grow
Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney has said his government is committed to addressing rising antisemitism after warning that Jewish Canadians are facing increasing hate and violence.
The comments came as his new Council on Rights, Equality and Inclusion drew criticism over two appointees, Omar Alghabra and Avnish Nanda, whom some Jewish advocates and opposition figures described as poorly suited to help combat antisemitism.
The article says Canada recorded 6,800 antisemitic incidents in 2025, according to B'nai Brith Canada, and that Jewish groups want stronger measures than the new council alone. Carney said the problem is severe and requires a targeted response.