Neo-Nazi 'Active Clubs' Spread Across Canada, Training for Hate and Violence

A network of far-right 'active clubs'—groups that blend martial arts training with white supremacist and fascist ideologies—is rapidly expanding across Canada.

These clubs recruit young men under the guise of fitness and community, but investigations reveal they are training for violence and promoting racist agendas. CBC News has tracked these groups to public spaces, gyms, and even martial arts clubs frequented by children. The rise of these organizations has prompted concern from local officials, with the mayor of Hamilton urging residents to report hate activity.

Authorities and communities are now grappling with how to address the growing threat posed by these extremist groups.