A message from Rob Nagus, CEO Calgary Jewish Federation

Dear Community Members,As we look ahead to the upcoming federal election, it’s clear that this moment is incredibly consequential – not just for Canada as a whole, but for the Jewish community in particular.

We are living through a time of rapid political and social change. The decisions made by our next government will have a lasting impact on our community, our values, and our future. That’s why Calgary Jewish Federation (CJF) is committed to helping you stay informed, engaged, and empowered throughout this election season.

As CJF, our non-profit status requires us to be non-partisan, however we believe deeply in the importance of civic engagement. That’s why we have been offering programming to help our community understand the issues and find meaningful ways to get involved.

We’re also proud to support our national partner CIJA (Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs) in their More Than Just a Vote campaign – a vital initiative focused on amplifying Jewish voices in the democratic process. Because making an impact means more than casting a ballot. It means building relationships with decision-makers, speaking out on issues that matter, and showing up for our community. Find out more at cija.ca.

With CIJA, our leadership team has also been spending the last few weeks meeting with candidates in key areas across Calgary and ensuring they are aware of the important issues that currently impact our Jewish community.

For those who wish to amplify their impact, we encourage you all to learn more about CJPAC (Canadian Jewish Political Action Committee). CJPAC is a national, independent, multi-partisan organization whose mandate is to engage Jewish Canadians and allies in the democratic process and to foster active political participation. Find out more at cjpac.ca.

As we reflect on this recent Passover, let it be a reminder to us of the journey from oppression to freedom, may we carry forward the message of liberation through active participation in the world around us.

Your voice matters. Get engaged this federal election. Be sure to count yourself in at jewishcanadavotes.ca. On April 28, let’s show up –  thoughtfully, proudly, and powerfully.

B’Shalom.

Rob Nagus is Chief Executive Officer Calgary Jewish Federation.