Halpern Akiva Academy rocks an 80’s Retro Gala Dinner in Calgary
by Maxine Fischbein (AJNews) – It was a fun and festive evening on June 7 as the Halpern Akiva Academy held an 80’s Retro Gala…
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AJP enhances Judaic learning for students in Edmonton
by Regan Lipes, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (AJNews) – The Ancillary Judaic Program, lovingly referred to by parents and youngsters as AJP, is a valuable…
From the Promised Land to the Prairies: Opening Doors for New Israelis Starts With Us
By Jana Zalmanowitz (AJNews) – For many Israelis arriving in Calgary, the greatest challenges begin after the paperwork is complete. Navigating schools, transportation, and community…
Beth Israel Chesed Committee brightens the day
By Regan Lipes (AJNews) – Bright and early, on a lovely Sunday morning in Edmonton, a bus left from Beth Israel Synagogue with a shared…
From Alberta to Israel: Dr. Brian Berkowitz is using science to change lives
by David Sklar, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter (AJNews) – For Dr. Brian Berkowitz, science has always been about asking difficult questions and refusing to accept…