Montreal Jewish Organizations Get Government Funds to Protect Against ‘Hate Crimes’

Published on March 15, 2024

The Government of Canada has offered several Montreal Jewish community organizations $293,083 to protect themselves against “hate crimes.” The funds were announced by Liberal MP Anthony Housefather on March 14, saying the money was coming from the Expanded Security Infrastructure Program (ESIP). The program was launched in November 2023. “Very pleased to announce nearly $300,000 In federal funding today for Jewish institutions in the Mount Royal riding to better secure schools, synagogues & community centres,” he said in a post on X. “Investing more money in this program needs to be a vital part of the 2024 budget.” The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA) said they welcomed the investment....

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