20 Jewish celebrities who died in 2023
by Gabe Friedman (JTA) — Jewish communal mourning was defined in large part this year by Oct. 7. But other notable losses occurred throughout the…
Articles by Alberta Jewish News
A Jewish Convert’s Guide to Enjoying the Winter Holiday Jumble
by Leah Grisham (Kveller via JTA) – This essay was first published on Kveller Jewish kids and Christmas: For some parents, this combination can seem…
Zionist cowboys and other adventures in building a state.
By Elliott J. Steinberg (Calgary) – In these difficult times, it’s important to internalize our history and know the truth. In that vein, I’ll share…
Edmonton lights the Giant Menorah at the Alberta Legislature
by AJNews staff (AJNews) – The Edmonton Jewish Community and friends gathered at the Alberta Legislature on December 10 to celebrate Chanukah and light the…
The debate over what should happen in Gaza after the war, explained
by Ron Kampeas WASHINGTON (JTA) — Israel and the United States agree on how the Israel-Hamas war started — with the terror group’s Oct. 7…