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TanenbaumCHAT tuition cut is an important first step

The lower tuition will afford hundreds of students the ability to stay in the Jewish day school system after grade eight. Next we must strengthen the elementary schools, other high schools, ensure the long-term sustainability of the program at TanenbaumCHAT and focus on the issue of affordability across all corners our community.

CJN

 

A Safety Net for Jews Globally

"We're a family just like any family, just like you. All around the world there are families like ours." That's why UJA Federation steps in to help, even halfway across the world in Moldova.
 

Canadian News

Over 700 attend Limmud FSU Canada, Toronto's largest Russian-Jewish event, powered by UJA Federation of Greater Toronto

Limmud FSU Canada featured an array of world-class programs and speakers from around the world, including Israel's Consul General of Toronto and Western Canada, and a special ceremony opening an exhibition on Elie Wiesel's life and accomplishments.

Limmud FSU Blog
 

Bar Mitzvah Boy Doesn't Let Leukemia Derail Big Day​

Like any bar mitzvah boy, Owen Weinstein is relieved it's over. "At first I was a bit nervous," he told The CJN, wearing a high-wattage smile, "but in the middle of it, I was just like, 'it's no big deal.'"

CJN

 
 

Inclusion In Action At The Miles Nadal JCC

Toronto JCC has created a range of opportunities and resources for people of all abilities.

Times of Israel

 
 
Walk with Israel - May 22
 
 

International News

Passed over by Nazis and Communists, Ukraine's last shtetl prepares to celebrate

Numbering just 50 today, the Jews of Bershad have managed to protect their 200-year-old clay synagogue through successive despotic regimes.

Times of Israel
 
Rome's Medieval Jewish Cemetery

'Here Lies': A Clue in Hebrew Points to Rome's Medieval Jewish Cemetery

Archaeologists who uncovered skeletons and graves during an excavation in Rome believe the remains were once buried in the Campus Iudeorum, or Field of the Jews.

The New York Times
 

Hezbollah Threats to Off-Shore Oil Rigs Prompt Israeli Navy to Add Extra Missile Defense Systems to Warships

According to the report, four Israeli Navy Sa'ar 6 missile ships, which are currently being manufactured in Germany, will now be equipped with dual Iron Dome missile defense systems — as opposed to featuring a singular Iron Dome battery, the original plan for each ship.

The Algemeiner

 
 
Centennial Journey - Nov 8-31
 
 

Sports & Entertainment

These Are The 7 Jewish Baseball Players To Watch In 2017

On the field, Team Israel's strong showing was the talk of the World Baseball Classic. Meanwhile, Ian Kinsler played a key role on the U.S. team. 

Forward
 
Britney Spears to Perform in Israel, Promoters say BDS Influence Waning
After years of fighting to get US pop sensation Britney Spears to perform in Israel, promoters have finally set the date of July 3 in Tel Aviv.

The Jerusalem Post
 

UJA Community Updates

Community Town Hall

Town Hall Meeting Tonight

Join us as we hear from Toronto Police Services & York Regional Police, community security professionals, and municipal elected officials about the security protocols in place to keep our community secure.
When: TONIGHT, Wednesday, March 29, 2017 | 7:00 p.m.
Where: Beth Emeth Bais Yehuda Synagogue | 100 Elder Street, Toronto
 
Take Tzedakah to the Next Level

Applications now being accepted!

The Jewish Teen Board is a project-based learning experience in which teens run a real foundation by selecting causes they care about facilitated through a meaningful and structured process. Participants are guided through the process of fundraising and taught about grant-making. Through a series of workshops, teens will experience being a part of a REAL board, focusing on REAL community needs, and giving away REAL money through a yearly grant making cycle.
 
 

Remembering Our Past

Ruth Schwartz

Ruth Schwartz, 1936. Photo by Sylvia Schwartz, Ontario Jewish Archives, Blankenstein Family Heritage Centre, fonds 80, series 5-1, item 14.

Prominent Toronto portrait photographer Sylvia Schwartz (1914-1998) began her career during the 1940s.  The OJA's collection of more than 3500 portraits range from prominent Jewish families, WWII servicemen, jazz musicians and children.
 

Upcoming Events

  • Mar 30 - JACS Here to Help
  • Mar 30 - British, Yiddish and Kiddish
  • Apr 1 - Sharing Values, Building Bridges: Our Responsibility to Indigenous Peoples
  • Apr 2 - 5th Annual JSMHT Hockey Workshop
See all events on our Community Calendar.

Candle lighting for this Shabbat, Friday, March 31st is at 7:25pm.
 
 

Career Centre

For more opportunities, visit the complete directory.
 
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