Real peace  is…

Some conflicts send shockwaves throughout the world. Here in Canada, what is happening as a continuing result of the October 7th, 2023 terror attacks has triggered a tsunami of hate.

Real Peace

unites

Canadians now have to battle a war of words. Of accusations. Of misinformation. Of threats. Of defacings and violent demonstrations. Even ripple effect acts of intimidation and shunning. This isn’t fertile ground for genuine peace.

→ Antisemitism is happening here

A man at a rally shouts while holding up a partially burned Israeli flag.

Real Peace is

Anti-Hate

The pathway to peace begins with each of us: acting in ways that unify rather than divide, focusing in on understanding instead of calling or yelling out, listening and communicating with compassion and respect.

A girl at a rally stands beside some Israeli flags holding a white sign with black handwritten text that reads "Love & compassion! Not violence & fear." (Image: John Woods/Winnipeg Free Press)

Real Peace is

compassionate

We want to bring Canadians together for a real peace. That work starts at home, with ensuring Jewish and Muslim Canadians alike are safe and free from hate, violence, and intimidation.

Real Peace is

Fear free

A concerned young man at a rally holds both Israel and Palestine flags. (Image: Jack Guez/AFP via Getty Images)

We believe education is a true foundation for mutual understanding. We invite all to dive deeper and not make swift judgments.

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Real Peace is

well-informed

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Real Peace Takes
all of us →

We invite everyone to engage with this resource and spread the message of Real Peace Now. Let’s all work for a just and lasting peace.