Inside the Rise of Fascist Fight Clubs Spreading Across Canada

A network of far-right 'active clubs' promoting fascist and white nationalist ideologies is rapidly expanding across Canada.

These groups use martial arts training as a recruitment tool, targeting young men and operating in public spaces like parks and gyms. Investigations have uncovered their presence in multiple cities, with some clubs openly preparing for violence and a so-called 'race war.' Authorities and local leaders, including the mayor of Hamilton, are urging residents to report hate-related activities as concerns grow over the normalization and spread of these extremist groups.

The trend mirrors similar movements in the US and Europe, raising alarms about the international reach of far-right extremism.