Calgary UJA Campaign kicks off with its Annual Walk with Israel
by Maxine Fischbein (AJNews) – The 2025 Calgary United Jewish Appeal campaign kicked off on a festive note last month as an estimated crowd of…
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Edmonton Chevra Kadisha is meeting the needs of the Jewish community
by Maxine Fischbein (AJNews) – The Edmonton Chevra Kadisha, which has served the Jewish community continuously since its establishment in 1907, is an organization steeped…
Calgary previews new film documenting the 1946 murder of Shmuel Danziger
by Maxine Fischbein (AJNews) – The May 29 preview of the film “Six Million. And One.” is unlikely to be forgotten by the more than…
Calgary Holocaust Memorial Site will be expanded and revitalized this year
by Maxine Fischbein (AJNews) – We are what we remember. Thanks to the vision and generosity of local supporters, Jewish Calgary will soon receive a…
Book Review: How to Share an Egg: A True Story of Hunger, Love and Plenty
How to Share an Egg: A True Story of Hunger, Love and Plenty by Bonnie Reichert Reviewed by Maxine Fischbein (AJNews) – Toronto-based writer, chef…