Press release, Friday, November 22, 2024
Canadian Jewish Groups Condemn Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's Support for International Criminal Court Rulings Against Israel
Canadian Jewish groups, Amenu, Artza Canada, Canadian Forum of Russian-Speaking Jewry, Canadian Zionist Federation, Herut Canada, Likud Canada, Mercaz Canada, have today strongly condemned Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's declaration to abide by the International Criminal Court's (ICC) decision to issue warrants against Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and former Defense Minister Gallant on charges of crimes against humanity. This stance not only undermines Canada’s longstanding commitment to a fair and balanced approach in the Middle East but also threatens to exacerbate tensions and deepen divisions.
The allegations of crimes against humanity are grave and require thorough investigation, yet the premature endorsement of such rulings by the Canadian government raises serious concerns about the impartiality of the ICC and the potential politicization of justice. We believe that any allegations of war crimes or crimes against humanity should be approached with rigorous scrutiny and a commitment to due process.
Canada has always prided itself on being a nation that values human rights, justice, and peace. By aligning with the ICC's controversial rulings, the Trudeau government risks alienating an important ally in the fight against extremism and undermining diplomatic efforts aimed at fostering peace in a region long plagued by conflict.
We call upon Prime Minister Trudeau to reconsider this position and to advocate for a balanced approach that prioritizes dialogue, diplomacy, and a commitment to human rights for all parties involved. Canada must seek to promote peace and understanding rather than taking sides in a complex geopolitical situation.
We urge all Canadians to reflect on the implications of this decision and to advocate for a foreign policy that truly aligns with our values of justice, fairness, and mutual respect.
Please understand that we will be unable to answer any questions from the media over our Sabbath, which begins at 4:00 pm EST Friday, Nov 22 and ends at 6:00 pm EST Nov 23. Thank you for understanding.
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REMEMBERING THE HOSTAGES
Each day that the hostages are still being held by Hamas, Masorti Israel has a Tekhet (ceremony) at the Hostage Square at the Tel Aviv Museum.
May all the hostages soon be released in good health and the hostilities end.
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Introducing the Terumah Fund of the Canadian Foundation for Masorti Judaism
The “Terumah,” endowment's mission is to create a long-term resource to meet the challenges and needs of our Jewish community both at home and in Israel. Visit the page for details by clicking here!
Connecting the Canadian Jewish Community with Israel
Lier la communauté juive canadienne à l’Israël
מחברים את הקהילה היהודית בקנדה לישראל
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MERCAZ-Canada and Canadian Foundation for Masorti Judaism work in cooperation to foster and strengthen Masorti/Conservative Judaism in Israel and create engagement opportunities Jews living in Israel and the Diaspora, based on the ideals of tradition and tolerance, study and spirituality, and social action and love of Israel.
MERCAZ represents Masorti Judaism within the World Zionist Organization and Congress, the Jewish Agency for Israel, and Jewish National Fund. We advocate for funding of pluralistic streams of Judaism in Israel crucial to our movement’s growth in Israel and around the world.
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MERCAZ: the Movement to Reaffirm Conservative Zionism, is the Zionist voice of Conservative Judaism in Canada. A grassroots membership organization, we promote and support Israel education and programs, and represent the interests of Masorti/Conservative Judaism in the World Zionist Organization and Jewish Agency for Israel.
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MERCAZ-Canada and Canadian Foundation for Masorti Judaism work in cooperation to foster and strengthen Masorti/Conservative Judaism in Israel, based on the ideals of tradition and tolerance, study and spirituality, and social action and love of Israel. Encourage your youth to experience Israel through MERCAZ-Canada, USY and Ramah scholarships for Israel travel.
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