Anthony Housefather

Housefather denounced flyers telling him to ‘get out of Canada.’

The Jewish Independent and related coverage reported that flyers in Montreal called Housefather a neo-Nazi and told him to leave Canada. Housefather responded that his family had been in Canada since the 19th century and that he would remain a proud Jew and Zionist. The reporting centers on antisemitic harassment directed at him.

Housefather published a year-end post framing 2025 as a year of international and economic momentum.

Housefather shared a year-end message saying Canada “redefined its international, economic, and security relationships” in 2025 and turned challenges into momentum for growth. The post reads as a positive retrospective and includes a teaser for highlights. It appears on his official X feed.

Housefather posted a New Year’s greeting and a brief health wish on X.

Anthony Housefather posted “Happy 2026!” and wished everyone a year of good health. The post is a short, personal public greeting with no policy content. It is a direct social-media mention from his official X account.

Housefather was publicly confronting internal Liberal tensions over a motion on Palestinian statehood.

Global News reported that Housefather was considering his future in the Liberal caucus after the party supported a non-binding NDP motion related to Palestinian statehood. The article says other Liberal MPs were hoping he would remain in caucus and notes he had voted against the motion.

Housefather’s antisemitism-adviser appointment had been delayed over caucus division concerns.

CBC reported that the planned appointment had been held up because some in government were concerned about internal caucus divisions related to the Israel-Hamas war. The story also notes that Housefather ultimately decided to stay in caucus, which cleared the way for the appointment.

Housefather and 31 Liberal MPs called for action against rising antisemitism in Canada.

MSN reproduced a public statement from Housefather and 31 other Liberal MPs warning about rising antisemitism in Canada. The statement emphasized that Jewish Canadians should have the same right to security as all other Canadians.

Housefather’s comments on the Middle East motion drew broader political coverage and speculation about his next move.

The Globe and Mail described Housefather as weighing his next move after the Liberals backed an NDP motion on the Middle East conflict. The report says he argued the Liberals should have voted down the motion, making his remarks part of a wider party dispute.

OpenParliament lists Housefather as the Liberal MP for Mount Royal and notes his 2025 election win.

OpenParliament’s profile page identifies Housefather as the Liberal MP for Mount Royal in Québec and says he won his last election in 2025 with 51% of the vote. The page is a public parliamentary information source rather than a news report.

Housefather, 31 Liberal MPs lead call to action against rising antisemitism in Canada

Housefather co-signed a public statement with 31 fellow Liberal members emphasizing that Jewish Canadians should have the same right to security as all other Canadians amid rising antisemitism.

MP Anthony Housefather to stay on with Liberals after period of 'serious reflection'

After a period of serious reflection regarding the Liberal party's support for a motion on Palestinian statehood, MP Anthony Housefather announced he will remain in the Liberal caucus.

Liberal MP Housefather not ruling out crossing the floor to the Conservatives

Housefather indicated he is reflecting on his role within the caucus following the NDP's motion advocating for Palestinian statehood and has not dismissed the possibility of switching to the Conservative Party.

Housefather still 'thinking' on Liberal future as eyes turn to Israel ...

Liberal MPs hope their Montreal colleague Anthony Housefather stays in caucus after he said he was reflecting on his future with the party following a vote on recognizing Palestinian statehood.

MP weighs future in Liberal Party amid fallout of House of Commons motion that Israel says will weaken its self-defence

Quebec Liberal MP Anthony Housefather told reporters he is reflecting on his next steps and felt isolated by his own party after the vote on the Israel-Hamas war motion.

MP Housefather appointed to new role fighting antisemitism

Anthony Housefather has been selected as the federal government's new special consultant on Jewish community connections and antisemitism to enhance actions against antisemitism.

MP Housefather denounces antisemtic poster telling him to 'get out of Canada'

Housefather denounced an antisemitic poster labeling him a neo-Nazi and demanding he leave Canada, which was discovered taped to a lamppost in Montreal.

Anthony Housefather discusses rising antisemitism in Canada and the impact of the Middle East conflict on domestic divisions

In a video interview, Liberal MP Anthony Housefather addressed the NDP's surprise decision to withdraw the supply-and-confidence deal with the Liberals and how the Middle East conflict is fueling divisions within Canada. He specifically highlighted the rise of antisemitism in the country as a key concern[3].

Anthony Housefather confirms he will remain in the Liberal caucus despite concerns over Palestinian statehood motion

Quebec MP Anthony Housefather announced he will stay in the Liberal caucus after a period of serious reflection, despite his disagreements with the party's support for a motion on Palestinian statehood. Last month, he had indicated he needed to re-evaluate his position in the caucus after many fellow Liberal MPs backed the controversial motion[1].

Recent coverage highlighted Anthony Housefather's role as a federal adviser on Jewish community relations.

A Canadian Jewish News item referenced Housefather in connection with his new role as the federal government's special adviser on Jewish community relations. The mention frames him in a public-facing policy and community-relations role rather than a partisan political dispute.

Housefather said he discussed antisemitism, policing, security, and education in a recent TV interview.

His Facebook page says he was interviewed by Global News about the rise in antisemitism in Canada, including a disturbing effigy incident. The post also says the discussion covered the Combatting Hate Act, policing and security, and education.