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Today, @ReenaFoundation was proud to participate in the #Israel flag-raising at @cityoftoronto City Hall as part of the celebration of Israel’s 78th #IndependenceDay.

It was a meaningful opportunity to come together with community members and partners in recognizing heritage,

Councillor Pasternak has moved a motion on Item EX30.11 - Fighting for the Scarborough East Rapid Transit Line: https://secure.toronto.ca/council/agenda-item.do?item=2026.EX30.11 #tocouncil

Fifteen years ago, I began the tradition of raising the Israeli flag at City Hall in honour of Yom Ha’atzmaut.

Today, I was proud to continue this tradition that celebrates Israel’s independence, resilience, and the enduring spirit of its people, while standing with our

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Today, we celebrate Yom Ha'atzmaut, Israel’s Independence Day. Today, we mark the declaration of the State of Israel in 1948 and celebrate 78 years of resilience and strength.

In the face of rising hate and bigotry, we stand firmly in our values. We choose dignity over

Last night, on Yom HaZikaron — Israel’s Memorial Day for Fallen Soldiers and Victims of Terror — the Consulate General of Israel in Toronto and Western Canada, together with @TanenbaumCHAT, hosted Toronto’s official commemorative ceremony.

Together as a community, we paused. We

Last night, on the evening of Yom HaZikaron, I joined a memorial service organized by @TanenbaumCHAT and @IsraelinToronto to honour the lives of Israel’s fallen soldiers and victims of terror.

It was a deeply moving gathering, marked by reflection, remembrance, and a shared

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From the evening of April 20 to April 21, two days before Israel's Independence Day, we observe Yom HaZikaron. During this time, a profound stillness takes hold as soldiers and victims of terrorism are remembered in solemn reflection. Across Israel, the sound of sirens marks a

These aren’t legitimate protests. This is harassment and incitement. The city should not be pouring millions of dollars of police time into managing this. Total removal is preferred Plan B would be a designated protests zone with no roaming. [

Another great school visit today at Ancaster Public School, who also received a $10,000 grant to support new musical instruments through @LiveNationON and @MusiCounts.

It’s always exciting to see investments like this directly support students. Looking forward to seeing how the

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Students at St. Norbert Catholic School have received a $10,000 grant to support new musical instruments through @LiveNationON and @MusiCounts!

It was wonderful to speak with these talented students and see their excitement as their school’s music program continues to thrive.

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@PasternakTO @CP24 Please. We already deal with enough noise pollution from the concerts, which is no big deal until they opened up the new one last year. It shakes our houses and you can hear music in your living room. I thought you handled this well as the reporter was trying to glorify Drake.

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