Quote of the Day

“The creation of the monument was meant to provide a space for reflection on the Holocaust and remembering the six million Jews and many others who were murdered... This incident can be compared to the disrespectful ‘selfies’ we’ve witnessed from people visiting Holocaust sites in Poland and Germany, trivializing such a tragic time in history. There are many other locations that would be more appropriate for a photo shoot.” 

- Avi Benlolo on the inappropriate photo shoot that recently took place at Ottawa's National Holocaust Monument.

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FSWC Disapproves of Inappropriate Use of Holocaust Monument for Photo Shoot

FSWC disapproves of the inappropriate use of the National Holocaust Monument in Ottawa, which was recently used as a site for a fashion photo shoot. The photographer behind the photo shoot reportedly stated that the project has been discontinued and all materials have been deleted.

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Trevor Bhupsingh Visits the FSWC Office!

FSWC was pleased to welcome and chat with Trevor Bhupsingh, Director General, Law Enforcement & Border Strategies, Public Safety Canada, at our office this morning. He is an amazing leader and a passionate advocate for the safety and security of our nation.

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FSWC Congratulates Vancouver Police Chief

FSWC congratulates Vancouver's Chief Constable Adam Palmer, a recent participant of the organization's Compassion to Action mission, for being selected as the new president of the Canadian Association of Chiefs of Police.

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Australia's 'Most Racist College' Under Fire

St. Mark’s College in Australia is under fire after photos from numerous events reveal students wearing antisemitic and racist costumes. One recent photo shows students dressed as concentration camp prisoners, while other photos show students dressed as Hitler and giving the Nazi salute as well as dressed in blackface.  

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Trump Approves Largest-Ever Aid Package to Israel

The National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) signed by US President Donald Trump on Monday includes $550 million in assistance to Israel, authorizing funds for research and development pertaining to weapon-defence systems and joint US-Israeli work on counter-tunnel technology. The legislation also temporarily halts the sale of F-35 fighter jets to Turkey in response to the country’s detention of American pastor Andrew Brunson.

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While you are here, take a moment to learn about us

Neverforgetme.ca was created by Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center to make the testimonies of Holocaust survivors accessible to people of all ages from anywhere in the world. We believe these testimonies are critical to a compassionate understanding of the most horrific chapter in human history. Support this and many of our other Holocaust education initiatives that continue to make a difference.

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Israeli-Palestinian Support for Two-State Solution at 20-Year Low

According to new polling data, support for a two-state solution among Israelis and Palestinians is at its lowest point in two decades. Only 49% Israelis and 43% Palestinians support the idea, compared to 71% Israelis and 57% Palestinians in 2010. 

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Number of Canadians Visiting Israel on the Rise

According to the Israel Ministry of Tourism – Canada, the number of Canadians visiting Israel is continuing to rise, largely due to heightened interest in the country. This is part of an overall increase in people from around the world travelling to Israel, with January to July 2018 seeing an 46% increase in visitors from the same time period in 2016. “Canadians are realizing that Israel is a safe, modern, world-class destination,” said Jerry Adler, Director for Canada, Israel Ministry of Tourism.

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From the Arab World

According to a UN report circulated on Monday, there are up to 30,000 members of Islamic State extremist group remaining in Syria and Iraq, with its global network posing a rising threat. Experts say that al Qaeda’s global network also “continues to show resilience,” with affiliates and allies much stronger than IS in some areas, including Somalia, Yemen, South Asia and Africa’s Sahel region.

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Share the Joy of the New Year by Sending a Tribute Card

With Rosh Hashanah just around the corner, share the joy of the New Year with loved ones through a tribute card. A tribute card is a great way to celebrate this special holiday while also supporting the work of Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center.

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Report Antisemitism and News of Concern to FSWC

If you would like to report antisemitism or news of concern to Friends of Simon Wiesenthal Center, please email aborisovsky@fswc.ca.