When charities condemned Israel, Jewish philanthropy was put to the test
by Andrew Lapin (JTA) — This Passover, Rabbi Michael Cahana urged his congregation to use the portion of the seder commemorating the bread of affliction…
Philanthropy
Ron Ghitter and Gordon Hoffman were honoured in Calgary this month
by Maxine Fischbein (AJNews) – Two respected members of the Alberta Jewish community are among the distinguished individuals who received honorary doctorates during spring convocation…
Yossi’s Story and the creation of Shalva-Jerusalem
By Eric Schloss (AJNews) – The story of Yossi Samuels of Jerusalem and Shalva – the Israel Association for the Care and Inclusion of Persons…
B’nai Brith Lodge dinner honours Hillel Neuer, and Dan Balaban
by Maxine Fischbein (AJNews) – The leaders and volunteers of B’nai Brith Calgary Lodge #816 know a thing or two about putting together meaningful, entertaining…
Knitzvah Hats arrive in Israel
(AJNews) – The first package of KNITZVAH HATS made by Calgary kniiters has arrived at the Lone Soldier Foundation Office in Tel Aviv. Staff and…