Winnipeg Reports Significant Rise in Hate Crimes Against Jewish Community in 2025
Jews were Winnipeg’s top hate crime target in 2025, police data shows
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In 2025, Jewish residents in Winnipeg were the victims of nearly one-third of all hate crimes reported, according to the Winnipeg Police Service. This marks a sharp increase in hate-motivated incidents, with a total of 112 crimes recorded, 32 of which targeted Jews, representing 86% of religiously motivated crimes in the city.
- 01Jewish residents were the most targeted group in Winnipeg, facing 32 out of 112 hate crimes in 2025.
- 02Hate-motivated crimes rose by almost 155% from 2024, with 73% classified as mischief offences.
- 03Only 1.5% of Winnipeg's population identifies as Jewish, highlighting the disproportionate targeting.
- 04The second most affected group were Muslims, with only three reported hate crimes.
- 05A significant incident involved the defacement of Congregation Shaarey Zedek with swastikas and antisemitic graffiti.
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According to the Winnipeg Police Service's 2025 Annual Statistical Report, Jewish residents were the primary targets of hate crimes in Winnipeg, accounting for nearly 30% of all incidents. Out of 112 reported hate-motivated crimes, 32 were directed at Jews, representing 86% of all religiously motivated crimes in the city. The report indicated a drastic increase in hate crimes, with a 155% rise from the previous year. Most incidents were categorized as mischief, including vandalism and property damage, which constituted 73% of cases. The second most targeted group were Muslims, with only three reported incidents. The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs emphasized the need for enhanced security measures and accountability for offenders to protect community members. Notably, a synagogue in Winnipeg was vandalized with swastikas and hateful messages earlier in the year, underscoring the urgent need for action against rising antisemitism.
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The significant rise in hate crimes against Jewish residents in Winnipeg poses a direct threat to community safety and social cohesion.
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