Anti-Jewish hate in Canada is off the charts. Statistically, a Jew in Canada is now 9 times more likely to be a victim of a hate crime than a Jew in the United States. The New York Post even called Montreal “North America’s capital of antisemitism.”
How did this happen in a country known for politeness, diversity, and social democracy? Is there something wrong with how hate is being measured? Is anti-zionism being misclassified as antisemitism?
Journalist and Publisher Jesse Brown is diving deep into the subject, travelling across Canada and speaking with Jews, anti-zionist activists, and high-profile public figures, all of whom have seen their lives change since October 7th, 2023. What is Happening Here is a raw, thorough, and honest examination of a vibrant, accepting society seized by a sudden crisis of hate.
What is Happening Here is a co-production of Canadaland and The Canadian Jewish News.
Series debuts on November 17th.
