Henry Topas

Senior Development Officer @bnaibrith.ca

[Paola Samuel @PaolaSamuel]

. @bnaibrithcanada pleure la perte de Michael (Michel) Moshe Mizrahi z״l, membre profondément cher à la communauté juive de Montréal, dont la vie a été tragiquement fauchée.
Nous nous tenons aux côtés de sa famille, de ses proches et de tous ceux qui sont en deuil, partageant la douleur de cette perte immense. La disparition d’un membre précieux de notre communauté nous touche profondément tous.
Que sa mémoire soit une bénédiction, et qu’elle apporte force et unité dans les jours à venir.

[Paola Samuel @PaolaSamuel]

. @bnaibrithcanada was deeply saddened to learn of the passing of Officer Mohamed Lamine Benredouane, who died in the line of duty in Montreal.
He lost his life while protecting others - a reminder of the courage and commitment shown every day by those who serve our communities.
Our thoughts are with his family, loved ones, and his colleagues at the SPVM during this difficult time.

[B'nai Brith Canada @bnaibrithcanada]

On National Indigenous Peoples Day, we celebrate the strength, resilience, and rich cultural heritage of First Nations, Inuit, and Métis Peoples, and acknowledge their vital contributions to communities across Canada.

[Auschwitz Memorial @AuschwitzMuseum]

22 June 1900 | Italian Jewish woman, Elena Spizzichino, was born in Velletri.

She arrived at #Auschwitz on 23 October 1943 in a transport of 1,035 Jews deported from Rome. Together with her daughter Franca she was among 839 of them murdered in a gas chamber after the selection.

[Paola Samuel @PaolaSamuel]

Nous sommes informés d’une situation de tireurs actifs dans le secteur de Côte‑des‑Neiges. @bnaibrithcanada adresse ses pensées et sa solidarité aux victimes ainsi qu’à la communauté du quartier. Nous exprimons également notre profonde gratitude au @SPVM et aux premiers intervenants pour leur intervention rapide.

[B'nai Brith Canada @bnaibrithcanada]

We were proud to have our CEO, Simon Wolle, represent B’nai Brith Canada at the “Faith Not Fear” conference in Vaughan this past Sunday, standing alongside @yallacommunity, ChaiTech, @jnfca and many dedicated community partners. The gathering brought together community leaders and advocates committed to strengthening Jewish confidence, civic engagement, and unity at a time when antisemitism continues to rise across Canada.

The program featured powerful contributions from Mayor Steven Del Duca, current and former MPs, an insightful media panel, leading Jewish strategists, political figures, legal experts, and community organizers. Throughout the evening, speakers emphasized the growing collaboration among Jewish organizations, the urgent need to confront misinformation, and the importance of cultivating a strong, unapologetic Jewish identity.

We extend heartfelt thanks to all participants, including B’nai Brith Canada ambassador Ben Mulroney, whose thoughtful and engaging moderation helped make the evening not only memorable but deeply meaningful. The conference marked a significant step toward a more united, resilient, and confident Jewish future in Canada.

[B'nai Brith Canada @bnaibrithcanada]

Watch Richard Robertson, B'nai Brith Canada's Director of Research and Advocacy on CBC National News Network: https://t.co/qM5WMTStSG

[Paola Samuel @PaolaSamuel]

An absolute pleasure to attend @usconsmontreal independance day celebration on behalf of @bnaibrithcanada - Thank you for Consul General Robert Patrick Sanders and ambassador Pete Hoekstra @USAmbCanada for the beautiful party !!! Happy 250th America !!!!
#america250 #freedom250 #friendspartnersallies #uscanada

[B'nai Brith Canada @bnaibrithcanada]

Watch Simon Wolle, B'nai Brith Canada's CEO, on StandWithUs Canada's Breaking The Narrative:

https://t.co/lKS1QVJoxr

[Auschwitz Memorial @AuschwitzMuseum]

18 June 1934 | A Hungarian Jewish girl, Sarika Kertesz, was born.

In 1944 she was deported to #Auschwitz and murdered in a gas chamber after the selection.
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▶ WEBINAR: Deportations of Jews from Hungary to Auschwitz: https://t.co/XJbud0F4gI

[B'nai Brith Canada @bnaibrithcanada]

We have outlined clear expectations for the Canadian Museum for Human Rights.

They concern transparency, consultation, preservation of records and accountability in the Museum’s governance process.

Learn what they are, and why we are calling on the Museum to act before the scheduled opening of “Palestine Uprooted: Nakba Past and Present" in our press release: https://t.co/wMG9cBBQKP

[Auschwitz Memorial @AuschwitzMuseum]

18 June 1936 | German Jewish girl, Ursula Gerson, was born in Munich. She emigrated to the Netherlands in June 1939.

She arrived at #Auschwitz on 5 September 1944 in a transport of 1,019 Jews deported from #Westerbork. She was murdered in a gas chamber after arrival selection.

[B'nai Brith Canada @bnaibrithcanada]

B’nai Brith Canada mourns the tragic loss of Police Constable Marc Pinizzotto, 43, killed today in the line of duty while reportedly executing a search warrant connected to the recent shootings at the U.S. Consulate and GTA synagogues.

Our hearts are with Officer Pinizzotto’s family, his loved ones, and his ETF teammates as they face this devastating loss.

The @TorontoPolice full statement can be found here: https://t.co/RY81GDk02u

[B'nai Brith Canada @bnaibrithcanada]

As antisemitism rises across Canada and too many Jews increasingly feel isolated, intimidated, or unwelcome in public life, it has become clear that our community cannot afford continued stagnation, disengagement, or silence.

The need for Jewish leadership willing to clearly define and combat the threats we face, publicly advocate for our community, mobilize action, and pursue impactful solutions has never been more urgent.

Please join YALLA!, B’nai Brith Canada, JNF Canada, and our community partners this Sunday, June 14 for *FAITH NOT FEAR: Building Jewish Leadership for a New Era in Canada*

An important evening focused on addressing antisemitism, strengthening Jewish resilience, advancing civic leadership, deepening allyship, and how we move forward together.

Speakers include:

* Ben Mulroney
* Rabbi Mendel Kaplan
* Mayor Steven Del Duca
* MP Melissa Lantsman
* MP Shuv Majumdar
* Jesse Brown
* Kevin Vuong
* Simon Wolle
* Maureen Leshem
* Amir Epstein
* Natasha Pein
* Ali Siadatan
* And more

We will also recognize Shomrim Toronto for their extraordinary leadership and service to the Jewish community.

Be one of the 613 people in the room — over 60% of tickets are already gone.

Be part of the change our community needs. It is time to rise together, confront this hatred with courage and unity, and help build a stronger Jewish future in Canada.

“Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid…” — Joshua 1:9

This Sunday, June 14
6:30 PM | Vaughan

Register: https://t.co/zkEAmK26hk

[B'nai Brith Canada @bnaibrithcanada]

B’nai Brith Canada has repeatedly expressed deep reservations about the Canadian Museum for Human Right's (CMHR) Nakba Exhibit. Our concerns surround the proposed contents of this exhibit, as well as the Museum’s failure to engage in a proper, meaningful and transparent consultation process with appropriate stakeholders.

It remains unclear if museum officials held discussions with credible historians or received appropriate, informed perspectives from Jewish and Israeli Canadians, as well as organizations in the community.

At a time when Canada is experiencing a national crisis of antisemitism, including as a result of distortions of Zionism and Israeli history, we are concerned that CMHRs’ exhibit will fuel hatred and promote revisionist narratives.

Our concerns about CMHR’s lack of transparency during this process have been amplified by the recent revelation that foreign actors may have been involved in the consultation or development of the exhibition.

It is unacceptable that a member of a foreign official delegation to Canada may have influenced, or been positioned to influence, a Crown corporation’s decision-making.

This requires a full, open and transparent investigation. Acting responsibly and in the collective national interest, the CMHR must delay the exhibit’s opening until the allegations of foreign interference have been fully investigated.

Anything less would further undermine its credibility and accentuate the potential harm caused to the Jewish community, and all Canadians.

Whether or not the CMHR's conduct has violated its own mandate under the Museums Act must also be investigated. The CMHR falls within the portfolio of Minister Marc Miller. We are calling on Minister Miller, who was recently tasked with chairing the advisory council directed by the Prime Minister to lead Canada's response against antisemitism, to open an investigation into the conduct of the CMHR and whether or not it has breached its legislated mandate.

Read the article here: https://t.co/qI6m1JfrAF

[Michael Chong 🇨🇦 @MichaelChongMP]

Palestinian representatives met with the Canadian Museum for Human Rights during the development of its upcoming Nakba exhibit.

This should be a Canadian museum for a Canadian perspective on human rights, not foreign agendas.

I asked the minister for his position.

#cdnpoli

[Paola Samuel @PaolaSamuel]

. @bnaibrithcanada welcomes @SorayaMartinezF decision yesterday to postpone the vote on Projet Montréal’s divisive motion until August, as well as to open the door to dialogue with opposition parties. 

This outcome also reflects the strength and mobilization of our community. We thank the Jewish community, partner organizations, and the many allies who spoke out clearly and firmly against this one-sided, unbalanced motion.

At a time when Montreal faces a serious and growing crisis of antisemitism, alongside the ongoing tensions and concerns around accusations of racism in Montréal‑Nord, postponing this vote on a complex foreign conflict is responsible and necessary to put the interests of all Montrealers first — helping preserve civil peace and reduce tensions.

[Auschwitz Memorial @AuschwitzMuseum]

14 June 1914 | A Czech Jewish woman, Edita Ertelová, was born.

She was deported to #Auschwitz from #Theresienstadt Ghetto on 6 September 1943. She did not survive.

[Auschwitz Memorial @AuschwitzMuseum]

7 June 1932 | French Jewish boy, Georges Grynspan, was born in Paris.

He was deported to #Auschwitz from #Drancy on 18 September 1942. He was murdered in a gas chamber after arrival selection.