Michael Geist

The findings of the Government of Canada’s Campus Antisemitism and Student Experiences (CASE) report make clear that hate and antisemitism on university campuses demand urgent action. Today’s announcement by @UnivCan of its five-point action plan is an important step toward ensuring our campuses are places where all Canadians - regardless of background - can learn, teach, work and conduct cutting-edge research without facing harassment, discrimination, or violence. We commend CEO @GabrielbMiller and university presidents for demonstrating leadership and committing to action. We are particularly encouraged by the plan’s emphasis on enforcement and institutional accountability. University leaders cannot resolve conflicts in the Middle East. But they can uphold their own institutional policies, enforce standards of conduct and ensure campuses remain places where everyone is treated with dignity and respect. We also recognize Heritage Minister @MarcMillerVM's participation in this week’s discussion with university presidents and supporting a coordinated approach between governments and post-secondary institutions. The forthcoming release by @CdnHeritage of the second part of the CASE report will provide a further opportunity to advance this important work. CIJA and Jewish Federations across the country stand ready to work with governments and university leaders to ensure these commitments translate into concrete, meaningful action. Learn more: univcan.ca/news/universities…