Jewish Advocates Seek Volunteers to Step Up as Plaintiffs Against Anti-Semites at Canadian Universities

An advocacy group that represents Jewish federations across Canada has reached out to its community, calling for volunteers willing to step up as plaintiffs in civil court actions against anti-Semites at Canadian universities. “Our volunteer lawyers will represent you pro bono in any preliminary, investigative or legal proceedings,” wrote the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA) in a national appeal on Dec. 19, as first covered by Blacklock’s Reporter. “You will not be liable for costs, as those would be covered. The whole Jewish community stands with you.” The CIJA says the “huge spike” in anti-Semitism in Canada, following the Oct. 7 attack by Hamas terrorists against Israel, prompted it to start its “Legal Rapid Response Team,” with a focus on addressing “Jew-hatred” in schools and universities....