In recent months, Canadian cities, and Toronto in particular, have seen a concerning rise in reported antisemitic incidents targeting Jewish institutions and businesses. The latest shooting at a Jewish-owned restaurant in Toronto is not an isolated act of vandalism, intimidation, or random violence. It is part of an escalating pattern of targeted attacks reported across multiple incidents in the Greater …
By Cristin Schmitz Law360 Canada (March 10, 2026, 5:40 PM EDT) — As the federal and B.C. governments push ahead with new anti-hate measures, legal experts in the Jewish community advise that robust political leadership, specialized training for prosecutors and police, and new legal tools — bolstered by greater enforcement of the existing criminal law — are keys to fighting …
The Canadian Jewish Law Association (CJLA) proudly congratulates The Honourable Marina Sarah Paperny, K.C., a director of CJLA, on being named the 2026 Lifetime Achievement Award recipient by Women in Law Leadership (WILL) Alberta. The WILL Awards recognize outstanding members of the Alberta legal profession for their dedication, leadership, and contributions to the community, the profession, and the advancement of …
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Canadian Jewish Law Association (CJLA) – Year in Review As CJLA enters 2026, we pause to reflect on a formative first year defined by purpose, principle, and meaningful engagement. From its inception, the Canadian Jewish Law Association was established to serve as a professional home for Jewish legal professionals and allies committed to the rule of law, equality before the …
It was a privilege and an honour for members of the Canadian Jewish Law Association (CJLA) to participate in a delegation of Canadian lawyers invited to Israel, sponsored by the Israeli Consul General to Canada in collaboration with Lawyers Combating Antisemitism. The delegation included three representatives from CJLA, Jeff Leon, Jill Mayer, and Leora Shemesh, who joined colleagues from across …
The Canadian Jewish Law Association (CJLA) is deeply concerned by the allegations surrounding the events involving Sudine Riley, a criminal defence lawyer, on Friday, January 23, 2026, at the Oshawa Courthouse. As outlined in a public statement issued by Ms. Riley’s counsel, Ms. Riley had just completed a trial and was working in an interview room outside the courtroom when …
The Canadian Jewish Law Association is grateful to the individuals and organizations whose early support helped establish and strengthen our work. We proudly recognize the following Founding Sponsors for their leadership and commitment to justice, advocacy, and community: ● Rosen Sunshine● Jonas Prince● Roslyn Levine● Loopstra Nixon LLP● Brian H. Greenspan● Neuberger & Partners LLP● Leon Dispute Resolution Services Inc.● …
The University of Manitoba’s Faculty of Law has launched the Winograd Initiative for the Study of Contemporary Hate Speech & Antisemitism, a new program advancing research, academic engagement, and community collaborationon these critical issues. As part of the initiative, the 1st Annual Winograd Symposium will be held on May 3, 2026, at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights.JD students and …
My name is Joseph Neuberger. I have previously sat on various committees dealing with combatting antisemitism as well as safety and security of Jewish institutions with United Jewish Appeal. Since October 7th, 2023, I became involved with the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs, and a smaller committee to address the rise of antisemitism. From this smaller committee various initiatives …