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Pro-Palestinian protesters disrupt the Ashkenaz Jewish music and culture festival in Toronto

The disruption was promoted online by pro-Palestinian activist Jagbir Ghankas, also known as jagpile on Instagram, who filmed himself and fellow activists walking through the event.

Ashkenaz Festival, 2022 edition. Ilustrative.
Billboard truck calls out antisemitism in neighborhoods targeted weekly by pro-Palestinian protesters on August 30, 2026.

Billboard truck calls out antisemitism in neighborhoods targeted weekly by anti-Israel protesters

 Protesters in support of Palestinians stand at an encampment, during the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinian Islamist group Hamas, at McGill University’s campus in Montreal, Quebec, Canada May 2, 2024.

From feeling at home in Canada to making aliyah - opinion

Arieh King speaks at a protest calling for the closure of the French Consulate in Jerusalem, September 29, 2025; illustrative.

Canada cancels travel authorization of Arieh King with 'no explanation,' he tells 'Post'


Man arrested for breaking into Toronto synagogue, stealing religious items

The suspect, Kayce Ranger, allegedly broke into the place of worship during the early morning hours on August 18 and stole several religious items before fleeing the scene.

The Toronto Police Anti Terrorism squad stands guard outside the Rogers centre before the Opening Day game between the Athletics and Toronto Blue Jays.

TMU establishes new task force on campus expression and antisemitism following external review

Toronto Metropolitan University formed a task force on antisemitism and campus expression after a review found it had failed to consistently enforce policies amid rising tensions.

Street View and retail entrance to Toronto Metropolitan University Student Learning Center.

Canada after dark: A city-break guide to Toronto, Niagara Falls and Montreal

Plan a culture-first Canadian trip through Toronto, Niagara Falls and Montreal, with dining, shows, casino resorts and practical age and ID rules kept in context.

Niagara Falls, Ontario, Canada.

Toronto police arrest two pro-Palestinian activists for willful promotion of hatred

The arrests come amid heightened tensions over recurring protests at the intersection of Bathurst Street and Sheppard Avenue West.

Toronto Police. (ilustration)

Catch him if you can: Ex-flight attendant pleads guilty to posing as pilot for nearly five years

Pokornik now faces up to 20 years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000. His sentencing is scheduled for December 8, 2026.

A pilote on the flight deck in the Airbus A350X WB passenger plane as he stands on the tarmac at Munich Airport during a presentation of the new plane by Airbus officials on February 27, 2015; illustrative.

What to watch this week: 'Operation Thunderbolt,' 'Jurassic Park,' and Israeli classics

TV TIME: This summer’s watchlist includes "Operation Thunderbolt," "Turn Left at the End of the World," dinosaur blockbusters, a grittier "Little House" reboot, and classic musicals.

‘JURASSIC PARK’

Toronto mayoral candidate accused of praising Hamas after October 7, comparing Netanyahu to Hitler

Toronto mayoral candidate Bahira Abdulsalam faces disciplinary proceedings over her social media posts concerning Israel and Hamas.

Toronto mayoral candidate Dr. Bahira Abdulsalam at a protest in Toronto in July.

Israeli film about October 7 selected for Toronto International Film Festival despite boycott

The inclusion of this film is a significant step in breaking through an unofficial but real international boycott of Israeli cinema.

AVI NESHER (left) directs Shalom Michaelshwilli and Magi Azarzar in ‘Our Loves.’

Muslim Toronto Police officers face penalty after October 7 comments in podcast

Multiple people had complained about the March 10, 2025, episode of the Project Olive Branch podcast. The complainants received a letter about the disciplinary action Friday and posted it online. 

Illustrative: Police officers stand guard at the site of a deadly shooting at a salsa-themed street festival in Toronto, Ontario, Canada, July 11, 2026.

Toronto pro-Palestinian protesters march near Jewish care facility after kosher bakery shooting

Residents and community members expressed concern after protesters marched near a Jewish senior care facility during a demonstration in a heavily Jewish Toronto neighborhood.

Shattered windows at Kiva’s Bagel Bar after suspected antisemitic attack in Toronto, Canada. July 26, 2026.