Carney Yom HaShoah message calls for remembrance and action against antisemitism
OTTAWA, ON — Prime Minister Mark Carney marked Yom HaShoah, also known as Holocaust Remembrance Day, with a national statement honouring the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust and calling for renewed vigilance against antisemitism in Canada and around the world.
In a statement released April 13, 2026, Carney reflected on the historical significance of the Holocaust, describing it as “one of the darkest chapters of human history,” while also recognizing those who resisted Nazi persecution.
“On Yom HaShoah… we remember the six million Jewish men, women, and children who were systematically and senselessly murdered by the Nazi regime,” the Prime Minister said.
A Warning from History
Carney emphasized the enduring lessons of the Holocaust, warning against the dangers of indifference and the consequences of hatred and ignorance.
“The Holocaust showed humanity the horrific consequences of ignorance, hatred, and complicity,” he stated, adding that “looking away is not a passive act, but an active betrayal.”
The Prime Minister’s remarks come amid growing concerns about antisemitism both domestically and globally. He pointed to the government’s legislative response, including the proposed Combatting Hate Act, which would make it a criminal offence to deliberately block access to places of worship, schools, and community centres.
On this solemn day, we remember the six million Jewish men, women, and children who were systematically and senselessly murdered during the Holocaust and honour the heroes who fought against its horrors.
Prime Minister Carney’s statement on Yom HaShoah: https://t.co/9moKC4itPb pic.twitter.com/U2wlUjLcJK
— Prime Minister of Canada (@CanadianPM) April 13, 2026
Renewed Commitment to Action
The statement framed Holocaust remembrance as both a moral obligation and a call to action, underscoring the importance of protecting vulnerable communities.
“The responsibility to confront antisemitism belongs to all of us, and that responsibility begins with remembrance,” Carney said.
He highlighted the broader goal of ensuring safety, inclusion, and dignity for Jewish Canadians and all communities across the country.
“Our remembrance is vigilance, so that ‘Never again’ is always true,” he added.
National Reflection
Yom HaShoah is observed annually in Canada and around the world to commemorate the victims of the Holocaust and honour survivors. Ceremonies and educational initiatives are held nationwide to ensure that the lessons of history are preserved for future generations.
The Prime Minister’s statement reinforces Canada’s ongoing commitment to combating hate, promoting tolerance, and upholding the values of inclusion and human rights.
Source: Prime Minister’s Office (pm.gc.ca)
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