Canadian Leaders Unite Against Antisemitism

Edmonton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jun 27, 2026 · 1m

Sixty-six top Canadian leaders, none Jewish, have united in a powerful open letter demanding zero tolerance for antisemitism, urging stricter enforcement of hate laws and a more disciplined public conversation. Signatories include CEOs from Telus and Scotiabank, former Toronto mayor John Tory, and ex-PM Stephen Harper, responding to a troubling rise in antisemitic incidents. Their call echoes Mark Carney’s recent speech, advocating collective action and a unified front. While seen as a major step, advocates stress the need for widespread public backing to truly combat hate — and some argue…