Edmonton celebrates Yom Ha’atzmaut with music, food and fun for the whole community
by Deborah Shatz (EJNews) – The Jewish Federation of Edmonton (JFed) hosted a terrific Yom Ha’atzmaut celebration on Thursday May 12 with over 300 people…
Arts
What’s on at the 2016 Edmonton Jewish Film Festival?
(EJNews) – Here is a peek at the feature films that will be screened at the upcoming Edmonton Jewish Film Festival, from May 15-18 and…
Book Review: Edgar M. Bronfman z’l explains ‘Why Be Jewish’ in a beautiful testament
Reviewed by Deborah Shatz (EJNews) – Edgar M. Bronfman was the quintessential zaida at the age of 84 when he imparted his love for Judaism…
EJHL celebrates 2016 award winners and 30th anniversary of hockey in Edmonton
(EJNews) – Another milestone event was held in the Edmonton Jewish community last week. The Edmonton Jewish Hockey League held an informal banquet to celebrate…
Yom Ha’atzmaut: A good time for a positive rethink on Israel Advocacy
By Steve McDonald When speaking to Jewish audiences about advocacy, I often refer to my own background as a Jewish convert in making the point…