Statement on behalf of the Jewish Community Council of Montreal

November 27, 2023

Dear Members of the Montreal Jewish Community,

At approximately 12:35 a.m. a Molotov cocktail was thrown into the entrance way of the Jewish Community Council of Montreal. Thank G-d, no one was present, and minimal damage occurred. The rise in antisemitism in our City is frightening, and the repeated violence and attacks on our community are abhorrent and condemned in the strongest terms.

We are immensely grateful for the rapid and professional response of the SPVM and Montreal Fire Department. We hope for the swift apprehension of whomever is responsible for this unwarranted and hateful act.

Since the terrorist attack on Israel on October 7 we have been meeting with officials of the Government of Canada and the Government of Quebec calling for increased funding to ensure the safety and security of our community and of our institutions, big and small. We reiterate our belief that more funding is required.

With prayers for peace and safety for all,

Rabbi Saul Emanuel
Executive Director,
JCC Montreal