Employees in B.C. are reporting an increase in antisemitic incidents since October 7th, 2023. This information page is for employees who have faced antisemitism and who are not union members. For those employees who are members of a union, please see the separate information page at https://www.jewishvancouver.com/bc-unionized-employees.
The information provided here is not intended to be nor does it constitute legal advice. Instead, this information is meant to help you navigate the situation you may find yourself in and to know when you need to reach out for more assistance.
If you think you need confidential legal advice, contact the Antisemitism Legal Helpline: alh@accessprobono.ca.
If you need general assistance, please contact AICRT – the Antisemitism and Israel Crisis Response Team created by the Jewish Federation of Greater Vancouver. To reach AICRT, email aicrt@jewishvancouver.com. They will direct you to other community resources that may be available, including the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA).
As a starting point, you will find it important to document everything you are experiencing by taking copious notes, taking screenshots, and keeping files or emails that are sent to you. Keep a record of everything.