October 17, 2024

JSpaceCanada Statement on the Killing of Hamas Leader Yahya Sinwar

The confirmation today of the killing of Hamas leader Yaya Sinwar by the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) is no doubt a tactical victory for Israel. Sinwar orchestrated the horrific Hamas terror attacks on October 7 in which more than 1,200 Israelis and foreign nationals were killed, including seven Canadians, and 250 taken hostage.

October 07, 2024

JSpaceCanada Mourns One Year Since the October 7 Attacks

Today we mark the painful anniversary of one year since the horrific Hamas terror attacks in Israel. 1,200 people were killed - Israelis, foreign nationals, and dual citizens, including eight Canadians. 6,900 others were injured, and over 250 were taken hostage to Gaza. 105 hostages were released during a six-day ceasefire at the end of November, eight were rescued by the IDF, and four were released by Hamas. 37 bodies have been repatriated to Israel. 101 hostages remain in Gaza. Over 100,000 Israelis have been displaced from both the North and South of the country, with no clear timeline or resolution for return.

October 01, 2024

STATEMENT: JSpaceCanada Strongly Condemns Attack on Israel by Iran and Terror Attack in Jaffa, Calls for Immediate Deescalation.

JSpaceCanada strongly condemns the missile attack from the Iranian government on Israel which occurred in the late evening hours in Israel.

September 25, 2024

STATEMENT: JSpaceCanada Applauds Foreign Affairs Committee Motion to Study a Pathway for Canadian Recognition of a State of Palestine as Part of a Two-State Solution

JSpaceCanada applauds the news that the Canadian Foreign Affairs Committee has passed a motion to study steps toward Canada’s recognition of the State of Palestine.

September 18, 2024

STATEMENT: JSpaceCanada Welcomes Further Canadian Sanctions on Israeli Extremist Settlers and Entities.

JSpaceCanada welcomes today’s announcement from the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, of a third round of sanctions on four individuals and two entities for their role in facilitating, supporting, or financially contributing to acts of violence against Palestinian civilians and their property in the occupied West Bank.

September 12, 2024

JSpaceCanada Statement on Canadian Suspension of Arms Sales Permits for Israel.

On Tuesday, Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly announced Canada has suspended 30 permits for arms sales to Israel. Canada is also blocking a contract with the US government meant to send ammunition to the Israeli military made in Quebec.

September 01, 2024

STATEMENT: JSpaceCanada Community Heartbroken Over Murder of Six Israeli Hostages.

Today, we and our community mourn the murder of six Israeli hostages at the hands of Hamas in the tunnels underneath Rafah, as the IDF was approaching. We grieve for Alex Lobanov, Almog Sarusi, Carmel Gat, Eden Yerushalmi, Hersch Goldberg-Polin, and Ori Danino. May their memories be a blessing. 

July 24, 2024

STATEMENT: JSpaceCanada Supports the Ruling from the International Court of Justice that Israel’s occupation of Palestinian Territory is Illegal.

The International Court of Justice delivered its legal opinion last Friday on the Israeli occupation of the Palestinian territories, ruling that Israel’s continued presence in occupied Palestinian territories is illegal.

June 27, 2024

STATEMENT: JSpaceCanada Welcomes Additional Canadian Sanctions on Israeli Extremist Settlers and Entities.

JSpaceCanada welcomes today’s announcement from the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, of a second round of sanctions on seven individuals and five entities for their role in facilitating, supporting, or financially contributing to acts of violence against Palestinian civilians and their property in the occupied West Bank.

June 03, 2024

JSpaceCanada Announces First Executive Director

JSpaceCanada, Canada’s leading pro-Israel, pro-peace, pro-democracy Zionist advocacy organization, is proud to announce the appointment of Maytal Kowalski as the organization’s first Executive Director. 

May 16, 2024

STATEMENT: JSpaceCanada Welcomes Canadian Sanctions on Four Extremist Settlers in the Occupied West Bank.

JSpaceCanada welcomes today’s announcement from the Honourable Mélanie Joly, Minister of Foreign Affairs, addressing violence by extremist Jewish settlers in the occupied West Bank, which Global Affairs Canada has determined “undermines the human rights of Palestinians, prospects for a two-state solution, and poses significant risks to regional security.”

March 19, 2024

JSpaceCanada Applauds the House of Commons vote in favour of a negotiated two-state solution

JSpaceCanada applauds the vote in favour of the motion “Canada’s Actions to Promote Peace in the Middle East” by the House of Commons last night. The motion passed 204 to 117 after amendments proposed by the governing Liberal Party.

February 05, 2024

JSpaceCanada urges Canada to maintain humanitarian aid to Palestinians amid the suspension of funding to the United Nations Relief and Works Agency for Palestine Refugees in the Near East (UNRWA)

JSpaceCanada is calling on the Government of Canada to maintain its commitment to providing aid to the Palestinian population while addressing systemic issues within the United Nations Relief and Works Agency (UNRWA).

February 05, 2024

JSpaceCanada Announces Leadership Change Amidst Challenging Times for the Jewish Community

JSpaceCanada today announces a change in its leadership, as Board Chair Joe Roberts steps down from his role. We extend our deepest gratitude to Mr. Roberts for his dedicated service, leadership, and commitment to our cause during his tenure.

December 13, 2023

JSpaceCanada concerned about content of UNGA Ceasefire Resolution

While calls for humanitarian ceasefire in Gaza are welcome, resolution failed to condemn Hamas or recognize necessity of a substantive peace plan

November 23, 2023

STATEMENT: JSpaceCanada Welcomes News of Hostage Release and Humanitarian Pause in Fighting

JSpaceCanada welcomes the news that the Israeli government approved a deal that will see the release 50 women and children held hostage by Hamas and other militant groups in the Gaza Strip. Israel will release 150 Palestinian prisoners held in Israeli jails. A cessation in fighting will begin at the same time, lasting four days.

October 27, 2023

STATEMENT: JSpaceCanada Condemns Increased Violence in the Occupied West Bank

The events of the past two weeks - the unconscionable terrorism at the hands of Hamas in Israel on October 7, the indiscriminate bombing of civilian centres in Israel by Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ) - have been heart-wrenching for the Jewish community in Israel and in the diaspora.

October 13, 2023

STATEMENT: JSpaceCanada calls on the Government of Canada to Maintain Support for Israel and Address Humanitarian Crisis in Gaza, Calls for Adherence to International Law

JSpaceCanada continues to grieve the horrific terrorist massacre unleashed by Hamas against Israel this past Saturday. We reiterate our statement of absolute condemnation of the actions of this terrorist organization, that took the lives of over 1,000 Israelis (as of this writing), with thousands more wounded, and at least 130 held hostage by Hamas or Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ).

October 07, 2023

JSpaceCanada Condemns Violent Hamas Incursion Into Israel

Our hearts are broken this morning as we awoke to news of the of infiltration of dozens of terrorists into communities near the Gaza border and a barrage rocket fire against Israeli cities. These attacks are unprecedented and indiscriminate. As we watch with horror, we pray for the safety of our friends and our families in Israel, on what is perhaps one of the bloodiest days of violence in a generation.

September 20, 2023

JSpaceCanada Honours Distinguished Leaders with the 2023 Jewish Defenders of Democracy Awards

JSpaceCanada, an organization dedicated to advancing initiatives grounded in Jewish democratic and pluralistic values, is thrilled to announce the honourees of the 2023 Jewish Defenders of Democracy Awards. This prestigious award recognizes exceptional individuals who have showcased a steadfast commitment to defending and upholding the principles of democracy, particularly in these times of burgeoning global threats to its very foundation.