Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas visits Halpern Akiva Academy
(Calgary) – On Wednesday, May 20th 2026, Halpern Akiva Academy was honoured to host Mayor Jeromy Farkas. The visit connected directly to students’ Social Studies…
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Inspiring Global Perspectives and Leadership in Students at Calgary Jewish Academy
by Krista Wilson (Calgary) – This month, the Calgary Jewish Academy school community had the privilege of hosting two incredibly impactful presentations that brought vital…
Finalists announced for lucrative Jewish literary award
By Lisa Keys (JTA) – Amir Tibon’s memoir about his family’s ordeal during the Oct. 7 attacks on Israel and Laura Hobson Faure’s history of…
A message from Rebecca Asbell and Benaron Gleiberman, Co-Presidents Jewish Federation of Edmonton
by Rebecca Asbell and Benaron Gleiberman (Edmonton) – In every generation, there are moments when a community is called to build — not only for…
A message from Rob Nagus, CEO Calgary Jewish Federation
by Rob Nagus (Calgary) – There is so much happening at Calgary Jewish Federation these days that it is difficult to know where to begin….