5 incredible Jewish stories behind this year’s Oscar nominations
By Gabe Friedman NEW YORK (JTA) — It’s the biggest night of the year in Hollywood, so it’s not surprising that Jews are typically well-represented…
February 2016
Welcome to Urban Retreat Day Spa – a little piece of heaven on earth in Edmonton
(EJNews) – Urban Retreat Body and Skincare Centre was recently the winner of a Top Choice Award for Best Beauty Spa in Edmonton for 2016!…
MLA Lorne Dach welcomes Brandon Jacoby to Edmonton McClung
by Daniel Moser (EJNews) – McClung is home to many of the Jewish institutions in the City of Edmonton, from Chabad, to the Beth Israel…
Edmonton Hillel and JFED combat anti-Israel campaign on campus
Submitted by Edmonton Hillel (Feb 25, 2016) – The BDS (Boycott, Divestment and Sanctions) anti-Israel movement is soon hosting its annual event across campuses in…
Yes, My Kid Is Jewish, Even Though His Name Doesn’t Sound Like It
By Hila Ratzabi (Kveller via JTA) — He’s not even 3 months old, but already three people have commented on my newborn’s name: “That’s not…