A hostage deal by Hanukkah? Israel, US and Hamas indicate unusual optimism.
by Ron Kampeas (JTA) — WASHINGTON — U.S. and Israeli officials say a deal to release the hostages still held by Hamas may be imminent,…
Articles by Alberta Jewish News
Overwhelming Majority of Jewish Canadians Support Israel’s Right to Exist, Contrary to Radical Voices
Ottawa, ON – On Dec. 12, 2024 Allied Voices for Israel, Atlantic Jewish Council, Calgary Jewish Federation, Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA), Federation…
Edmonton Challah Bake: It was about bread & community and much more
By Regan Lipes (AJNews) – This year’s community-wide Challah Bake at Beth Israel Synagogue was a roaring success! As part of the annual Shabbat Project,…
HAA welcomes newcomers to Calgary’s Jewish Community
by HAA staff (Calgary) – Walking into Halpern Akiva Academy on any given day, you are almost guaranteed to hear English, Hebrew, and Russian being…
Community update: 36th Annual Calgary Community Menorah Lighting will be held Dec. 30
by Rabbi Menachem and Rochel Matusof and Lisa Libin (Calgary) – Over the past few weeks Rabbi and Mrs. Matusof have met with Mayor Gondek…