Speaker of the House steps down after leading a standing ovation for a former Nazi soldier
By Jeremy Appel (AJNews) – Federal Speaker of the House Anthony Rota resigned from his position on Sept. 26 after sparking outrage from Jewish groups…
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Judy Zelikovitz: High Holidays 2023 – Now is the time
by Judy Zelikovitz (AJNews) – I love the High Holidays and the opportunity they present to get together with extended family, to visit with friends,…
Jews remain most targeted religious group for hate crimes reported to police in Canada
(Canada) – Statistics Canada has published their police-reported hate crime data for 2022 revealing, once again, that hate crimes targeting the Black and Jewish populations remained…
Edmonton celebrates Pride Shabbat with a meaningful and inclusive service
By Matthew Levine (Edmonton) – On June 23rd the Jewish Federation of Edmonton hosted a Pride Shabbat at a campsite in Laurier Park. Members of…
Spuds and Suds Stampede Breakfast is always a stompin good time
by AJNews staff (AJNews) – The Jewish community had a boot stompin’ good time once again this year at the Spuds and Suds Stampede Breakfast,…