First year reflections from Halpern Akiva Academy Principal Jenna Pappas
by Dr. Jenna Pappas (Calgary) – As we conclude the 2025–2026 school year, I find myself reflecting on what an incredible first few months it…
Calgary
City of Calgary honours Dr. Melanie Carina Schmoll with prestigious nomination
By Regan Lipes, LJI Reporter (AJNews) – This year, the City of Calgary recognized seven exceptional short-listed nominees as contenders for their International Achievement Award….
Nenshi’s message about a photo with Ambassador Moed disappoints Alberta Jewish federations
by AJNews staff (AJNews) – Alberta NDP leader Naheed Nenshi found himself in some hot water this week over a photo that was taken of…
Ambassador Urges Canadian Jews to Stand Firm Amid Frosty Relations
By Mark Cooper (AJNews) – Israeli Ambassador to Canada Iddo Moed is urging Canadian Jews to stay and fight for their civil rights, amid feelings…
Nessie Hollander, dor l’dor and giving back to community
by Maxine Fischbein (AJNews) – Shock and sorrow were felt throughout the Jewish community when Nessie Hollander, a long-serving and much-loved Paperny Family Calgary JCC…