Prime Minister Mark Carney used Holocaust Remembrance Day to reflect on Canada’s wartime silence and complicity in the murder of Jews, emphasizing that memory is essential to prevent repetition of such crimes.

Data on refugees and hate crimes were cited to illustrate a rise in anti-Jewish hatred in recent years, including violent acts like firebombings at Jewish institutions.

Carney noted ongoing Parliament discussions around Bill C-9, which would criminalize attempts to intimidate access to religious or cultural institutions and obstruct lawful entry, while acknowledging it is not a complete solution to hate.

The remarks are attributed to journalists Alessia Passafiume and Nick Murray, with file support from Anja Karadeglija.

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The report is dated January 27, 2026, and credits The Canadian Press with contributions from Anja Karadeglija, Alessia Passafiume, and Nick Murray.

This summary reflects statements reported by The Canadian Press on January 27, 2026.

The Canadian Press article was published January 27, 2026, with Nick Murray as the journalist.

The piece highlights cross-partisan collaboration, noting Poilievre’s remarks on protecting Jewish safety and rights as part of a broader effort to combat antisemitism.

Context includes input from The Canadian Press, B’nai Brith Canada, and references to the National Holocaust Memorial ceremony.

Remembrance is framed as both a reflection on past complicity and a call to action against antisemitism today, linking political dialogue with potential legislative measures.