Community and advocacy during uncertainty
by Judy Zelikovitz (September 2020) – Rosh Hashanah is a time of new beginnings, a time to reflect on a year gone by and on…
September 2020
Tackling Online Hate and Antisemitism: B’nai Brith Urges Government Action
(OTTAWA) – B’nai Brith Canada is pushing for forthright action by the Government of Canada to confront online hate and antisemitism. Recommendations on a mix…
Masks and Glee at Edmonton TT
by Edmonton Talmud Torah teachers (AJNews) – Three days before schools closed indefinitely, our students and staff gleefully masked up for the novelty of Purim….
Sam Ousher Switzer Charitable Foundation Plays a Big Role in Helping CJA Students
Submitted by Calgary Jewish Academy (AJNews) – In August the CJA began the COVID-19 Student Relief Fund to support the implementation of many proactive measures…
JNF Negev Gala in Edmonton raises the bar for creative virtual celebrations
By Deborah Shatz (AJNews) – The 2020 Edmonton JNF Negev Gala was a thoroughly entertaining virtual event that paid tribute to two exceptional honourees –…