#palestine toronto

[toronto-intifada]

Sanad Alajrami describes Toronto Police violence against pro-Palestinian protestors

"In terms of what’s going on here, I had a reality check, because often I’ve been like, you know, at least I’m here. I’m grateful for what I do have here. But I was actually at the Land Day protest on March 30 and I experienced one of the most traumatic events in my life there. I genuinely was not sure if I was… what was going to happen to me, because I had to witness so many of my friends get choked, like with police knees on their neck, thrown to the ground. So many kids get thrashed, so many elderly people get hurt, horses run into the crowd, and I was choked on the ground by a cop. I had to go to the hospital after to check for a concussion and stuff, and I have a scar now on my hand and on my forehead. They’re small, but it definitely shook me up and sort of made me even more paranoid, which I think is something that comes with being Palestinian"

Sanad at the Land Day march in Toronto, Mar. 31, 2024. Photo: Joshua Best.

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[uglyandtraveling]

FREE PALESTINE Protesters Take Over Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto Canada

Experience the powerful scene of solidarity at Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto, where thousands gathered for a peaceful rally in support of Palestine.

This vlog captures the voices, signs, and unity of "Free Palestine" supporters standing up for the innocent citizens of Gaza and Palestine. With flags waving and chants filling the air, supporters came together to shed light on the struggles faced by Palestinians and to demand justice and peace.

Watch as Toronto’s downtown square becomes a space of compassion and resilience, echoing the voices calling for freedom and an end to the hardships endured by Palestinian families.

Join this journey to witness the spirit of unity and humanity in action. Please like, comment, and share to help spread awareness of this peaceful gathering for a vital cause.

[allthecanadianpolitics]

Ahmad Islaih, a 26 year old elementary school teacher, was accused of participating in a demonstration that briefly halted traffic on Toronto’s Gardiner Expressway in November. The protest against Israel’s assault on Gaza had lasted for only five minutes. After waking up Ahmed, handcuffing him and charging him with “mischief,” eight police officers sat the family, still in their pajamas, at their dining room table. While they searched their home, the front door stayed open, despite freezing winter weather and the family’s pleas to police to close it. [...] After the police left with Ahmad’s computers, electronics, and clothes, the family discovered his room “turned upside down.” Drawers had been emptied on the floor, his mattress was thrown off the bed, a vase was broken, and several boxes had been rifled through. “It took us back to our life in the West Bank,” Suha said, “when Israeli soldiers raided our home.” 

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[queergraffiti]

"Transsexuals 🇵🇸 for a 🏳️‍⚧️ Free Palestine!"

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

[yuveim]

The Toronto Public Library has removed "If I Must Die" by Palestinian writer, poet, professor and activist Refaat Alareer from its display.

If you're an author, writer, academic or reader you can contact TPL to voice your opinion on this decision to censor Palestinian poetry. Who to email here and here.

[dayinadream]

"Today in Toronto Canada, the Jewish Defense League made a call out to disrupt a Pro-Palestinian Sidewalk protest. When zionist see Palestinian flags, they engage in anti-Palestinian racism, become abusive and violent. As depicted in the first part of the video, a zionist was tearing down Palestinian flags, while another was saying how they are proud of making Gaza “nice and flat”.  In another part of the video, while at a safe distance and peacefully recording a Live Tiktok session, a Zionist proceeded to attack a protestor. There were many other incidents where Pro-Palestinians were threatened by aggressive Zionists.

As shown in the video, their cars were keyed and their property was damaged. Multiple crimes took place today by zionists against pro-Palestinian supporters and torontopolice continue to give preferential treatment to the zionist community. Will Ford, Trudeau, Chow and all politicians across the political spectrum condemn and denounce the Anti-Palestinian racism and hate crimes that many communities across Canada have been facing?!"

Via mayahussein

[gothhabiba]

[ID: Graphic reading "Palestine is not for sale: Bathurst & Clark St W, March 7th, Thursday, 2pm". An illustration shows a silhouette of Palestine with roots growing into the ground from its southern tip. End ID]

Real estate events are taking place throughout this month across the U.S and Canada to sell properties built on stolen Palestinian land. These property projects situated in locations like Modiin, Ma’ale Adumim, Neve Daniel and Efrat are considered Israeli settlements which are a violation of international law. Join communities of Turtle Island to say no to the sale of stolen Palestinian land. This is a strategic action and only suitable for adults.

from @torontoforpalestine and @pymtoronto on Instagram.

[princesserica84]

As a Jewish Canadian, I'm scared.

For anyone who may not know, today at the Toronto Metropolitan University, a number of Pro-Palestine (antisemitic) protestors set up outside the Hillel Centre (which is a centre for Jewish campus life) and were screaming things like "shame". They were verbally aggressive and yelling at the students. They chose this spot because they are blaming these Jewish students for a war they had zero involvement in, for a war on the other side of the world. They are blaming them simply because they are Jewish. This is the definition of antisemitism. And if you are not Jewish, shut the fuck up because you do not get to decide if I am offended as a Jewish person.

If this was towards people of color, or LGBTQ+ people, everyone would be talking about it. But they aren't, and yet it's the same. Let me be perfectly clear:

BLAMING PEOPLE FOR THE WAR IN GAZA SIMPLY BECAUSE THEY ARE JEWISH IS ANTISEMITIC

And yet, this is what those Pro-PalestineHamas protestors are doing. They are just students going to school. What is wrong with people that they think this is okay? Why is it that only Jewish people seem to be talking about this?! Jewish people take up less than 2% of the Canadian population. Why is it that the other 98% is not saying anything?

I'm scared because this country is my home. I'm scared because I know there are people here that hate me because I am Jewish.

I'm scared because the last time Jewish people started being treated this way, 6 million of us were tortured, starved, and gassed to death.

This post is not about Palestine or the war, so please don't yell at me about that. This post is about antisemitism in Canada. This post is to inform you that Jewish people are scared and we are angry that so few Canadians seem to care.

[toronto-intifada]

(The Grind) asked three Palestinians in Toronto about their connection to Palestine, their experiences and reflections on the past year, and their thoughts on the future.

[mysharona1987]

[allthecanadianpolitics]

November 9th 2023 saw 4 blockade events in Canada.

In Toronto, 200+ workers blocked all access to the L3Harris' Don Mills facility to put pressure on the company and prevent sales of arms to the zionist occupation.

In Hamilton, Indigenous groups from various Nations with Euro-Canadian supporters shut down access to L3Harris' Waterdown weapons factory.

In Ottawa, 150+ people blocked Lockheed Martin's Ottawa facility.

In Montreal, activists blocked the L3Harris' Technologies' Montreal facility.

[hockey4palestine]

🌟 Calling All Artists! 🌟

We are excited to announce that Hockey4Palestine is accepting artists to join our collective effort to raise funds in support of the Palestinian people. Whether you're a fanart illustrator, a fanfic writer, or both, we need your creative talents to make this initiative a success!

How You Can Help:

Join Our Artist Collective: We are currently looking for passionate creators to volunteer their skills. By contributing fanart or fanfiction, you will play a crucial role in our mission to encourage future donations to our selected Palestinian support organizations. To sign up, please fill out this Google form.

Spread the Word: Even if you can't contribute art or writing, you can still help by sharing our mission with your followers. Every reblog and mention counts!

What to Expect:

Volunteer-Based: Please note that this is a volunteer-driven initiative. Artists will not receive financial compensation, but your contribution will make a significant impact.

Tiered Rewards: As our community grows, we plan to implement tiered donation levels. Higher donations will correspond with more detailed fanart or longer fanfics, giving donors a meaningful way to support a cause they care about.

Flexible Participation: Once we start receiving commission requests, artists will have the freedom to choose which projects they want to work on.

Your involvement can make a real difference! If you're interested in joining or have any questions, feel free to reach out to us. Let’s come together to create something beautiful for a cause that matters.

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[troythecatfish]

[miiaspeaks]

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from @GraffitiRadical on twt

[captain-casual]

Better late than never. Let’s hope CERTAIN OTHER COUNTRIES follow suit.

[arabian-batboy]

This Saturday, the 21st of September in Toronto Canada.

Find a protest near you here: X, X, X, X & X

Donate or join Palestine action here: PALESTINE ACTION