Conversion interest in Calgary congregations is booming
by Maxine Fischbein (AJNews) – For Temple B’nai Tikvah Rabbi Mark Glickman, the recent conversion of nine adults and three children (see feature story in…
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Edmonton celebrates the annual Challah Bake and Shabbat Project at Beth Israel this month
by Regan Treewater (AJNews) – We have Shabbat; let’s keep it!” is the catchy slogan for the worldwide Shabbat Project. “We can steal a day…
Empowering lectures are a big draw at the YEG Jewish Senior Citizens’ Centre
By Regan Lipes (AJNews) – It is no secret that Canada’s national healthcare system is bursting at the seams. There are efforts to recruit talent…
Andy’s IGA to close, new grocer plans to expand kosher section
by AJNews staff (AJNews) – The news that Andy’s Valleyview IGA grocery store on 142 Street will be closing its doors is spreading quickly throughout…
Boilermaker’s Bash honours Al Osten: May 4
By Judy Shapiro (Calgary) – When Temple B’nai Tikvah hosts a party, you know it’s going to be a warm and fun evening. And when…