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Allyship Spotlight

VIDEOS: Toronto Interfaith Summit on Antisemitism and Hate

The Interfaith Bridge

On Thursday, November 28, 2024, the Toronto Interfaith Summit on Antisemitism and Hate was held at Toronto City Hall, hosted by Councillors James Pasternak, Mike Colle, and Brad Bradford, alongside community leaders and allies.


Antisemitism in Toronto has become a globally recognized concern, underscoring the urgency of this gathering. This summit was an interfaith effort to prevent the escalation of hate-fueled violence against the Jewish community, as seen in events like the recent Montreal riot and Amsterdam pogrom. By addressing these issues head-on, the aim is to foster dialogue, actionable solutions from city council, and build solidarity for a safer, more inclusive Toronto.


The summit featured impactful voices from diverse faith communities, public officials, and advocates united against rising antisemitism and hate.


Here are some selected speakers, followed by the full video of the event.


Mayor Olivia Chow:


Mark Sandler, Founder of the Alliance of Canadians Combatting Antisemitism


Reverend Jason Byasse, senior pastor at Timothy Eaton Memorial Church


Justin Chow, Allyship Advisor for Allied Voices for Israel:


Full video of the event:


  • Instagram
  • YouTube

© 2025 by The Interfaith Bridge

The Interfaith Bridge is a grassroots interfaith group dedicated to fostering unityand combating antisemitism in our community. Through interfaith awareness, education, and dialogue, we aim to create a unified voice of support and solidarity. Our community engagement and events provide resources and tools to help individuals and organizations recognize and counteract antisemitism. By building bridges, we hope to inspire and empower individuals to advocate for policies and practices that support the Jewish community and promote a culture of tolerance, safety, and security for all.

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