CMPAC, along with Canadians for Justice and Peace in the Middle East (CJPME), Independent Jewish Voices (IJV), and the Arab Canadian Lawyers Association (ACLA), has recently released a significant policy paper titled “Combating Anti-Palestinian Racism and Antisemitism: Intersectionality within Canada’s Anti-Racism Strategy.” As Canada prepares to update its Anti-Racism Strategy this Spring 2024, this timely document urges a comprehensive reevaluation to better address and integrate the complex dynamics of anti-Palestinian racism and antisemitism within national policies. The paper highlights the necessity of acknowledging settler-colonialism’s impact, refining the definition of anti-Palestinian racism, ensuring balance in antisemitism interpretation, and protecting civil liberties among other critical recommendations. 

For a detailed understanding of our recommendations and to engage with our perspective on these pressing issues, access the full document below. Additionally, we have prepared an informative infographic that summarizes the key points raised in the submission. View the infographic below to learn more and join the conversation on creating a truly inclusive and equitable anti-racism strategy.