Halpern Akiva Academy closes off 2025 with style
(Calgary) – Halpern Akiva Academy was fortunate to host and participate in several special events before the students headed off to winter break. All of…
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Celebrating the light of community at CJA’s annual Latke Lunch
By Krista Wilson (Calgary) – Hanukkah is a time to celebrate light, resilience, and togetherness, and this year, the CJA community embodied all three at…
Two Grade 5 Talmud Torah students take on an inspiring project of giving
By Regan Lipes (AJNews) – Nothing warms the heart more than seeing true altruism in action. It is an uplifting reminder that people are capable…
A message from Rebecca Asbell and Benaron Gleiberman, Co-Presidents Jewish Federation of Edmonton
(Edmonton) – As we step into 2026 together, we are thankful for the strength and resilience of our community. This past year reminded us of…
Crisis and Opportunity at Calgary Chevra Kadisha on the tail of a dragon
by Harold Lipton and Susan Dvorkin (Calgary) – Our Calgary Jewish community is facing a potential crisis in the near future. On the other hand,…