Canadian Activists Stage Protest at Food Terminal Over Israel-Palestine Conflict

Activists Block Ontario Food Terminal to Protest Israel's Actions in Palestine Toronto, Canada – On May 25, 2025, over 50 activists disrupted operations at the Ontario Food Terminal, Canada's largest food distribution center. Their protest focused on Canada's alleged complicity in Israel's actions in Palestine, specifically highlighting the ongoing humanitarian crisis in Gaza. The activists claim that millions of dollars worth of Israeli citrus fruits, including Jaffa oranges, are imported through the terminal, while 2.1 million people in Gaza face starvation. "We are currently blocking the entrance to the Ontario Food Terminal," stated one activist in a video posted online. "2.1 million people in Gaza are facing starvation as a result of Israel's manufactured famine." The video shows activists holding signs and banners, some bearing messages such as "Canada No More Sanctions Israel Now." The protest caused significant disruption to the flow of goods through the terminal. The activists' demands include an end to all trade with Israeli settlements, sanctions against the Israeli government, and an immediate two-way arms embargo. The protest highlights growing concerns among some Canadians about Israel's policies and their impact on the Palestinian population. The incident raises complex questions about the balance between economic interests and ethical considerations in international trade. The long-term impact of the protest on Canada-Israel relations and the flow of goods remains to be seen.