This National Post View opinion piece argues that Jewish Canadians require more than symbolic statements in response to a sharp rise in antisemitism across the country.

It highlights data indicating a 75% increase in police-reported hate crimes targeting Jews since 2022, alongside a 145% surge in antisemitic incidents tracked by B’nai Brith.The editorial criticizes what it describes as repeated political rhetoric and insufficient policy action from Canadian leaders.

The article suggests that Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to announce new measures addressing antisemitism, but stresses that Canadians should not be satisfied with vague condemnations or general assurances.

It argues that previous statements framing antisemitic attacks as “not who we are” fail to reflect the reality of persistent and growing hate incidents.Instead, the piece calls for concrete action, including stronger enforcement of existing laws rather than the creation of new legislation.

It also urges the government to apply pressure on law enforcement agencies, municipalities, and provincial authorities to properly address hate crimes.

The editorial further recommends scrutiny of institutions allegedly enabling radicalization, including universities and certain non-profit organizations.

It argues that organizations spreading antisemitic ideas or linked to extremist activity should lose access to taxpayer funding and charitable tax benefits.Universities that fail to protect Jewish students or maintain academic standards are also singled out as candidates for reduced federal support.

The piece concludes that meaningful action, rather than symbolic language or additional legislation, is necessary to address what it describes as a growing and systemic problem of antisemitism in Canada.