Foundations of Judaism and Understanding Antisemitism

Many police services across Canada have seen significant year-over-year increases in reported hate crimes. The Canadian Police Knowledge Network (CPKN) is committed to providing ongoing and timely training that is relevant to the changing needs of police organizations and the communities they serve.

To address the rise in reported hate crimes and hate incidents, the Toronto Police College has developed Foundations of Judaism and Understanding Antisemitism. This course will provide police service members with foundational knowledge about Judaism and the historical and ongoing impacts of antisemitism. It also includes content on the impacts and key investigative principles related to hate crime offences.

When you have completed this course, you will be able to:

• Demonstrate a foundational understanding of Judaism, including topics of religious and cultural significance
• Define antisemitism and explore the history of discrimination and antisemitism experienced by Jews in Canada and Toronto
• Discuss the roots of antisemitism, define and briefly describe antisemitic tropes and the Holocaust, and explain the community impact when hate is left unchecked
• Discuss contemporary antisemitism, including examples of this hate, and address common misconceptions that contribute to antisemitism and discrimination against Jews