By Yves Engler
United Israel Appeal’s violation of tax law sheds light on the hubris of Zionist charities in Canada, who have received billions of dollars in public subsidy.
United Israel Appeal (UIA) is a key Israel-focused charity in Canada, funded by the country’s Jewish federations. Despite billions in assets and government grants, they have failed to account for nearly $2 billion transferred to Israel since 1990. UIA’s special fundraising campaigns during Israeli violence have raised concerns, with recent filings revealing donations to Israeli military and West Bank settlements.
Charities like UIA often violate regulations, with some engaging in illicit activities. The Canada Revenue Agency needs to investigate and rein in these lawbreaking charities, starting with a serious probe into United Israel Appeal’s operations.
– Yves Engler is the author of Canada and Israel: Building Apartheid and other books. He contributed this article to The Palestine Chronicle. Visit his website: yvesengler.com.