Deborah Lyons, the former antisemitism czar in Canada, addressed an audience at an antisemitism and democracy conference held in Toronto. In her speech, she highlighted the essential role of the newly formed council that took over her responsibilities and stressed that it is imperative for them to demonstrate their effectiveness in addressing antisemitism within the country. Lyons pointedly remarked that in order for Prime Minister Carney to be held accountable for the government's actions in this regard, the council itself must also be held responsible for its delivery of outcomes. This call for accountability reflects the ongoing concerns about antisemitism and the need for proactive measures in Canadian society to combat this issue. The conference served as a platform for discussing strategies to enhance democracy while tackling the persistent problem of hate and discrimination, underlining the urgency for coordinated efforts across various institutions.
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