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Engage with our Jewish community

The ongoing terror attacks in Israel claimed the life of a young man last week. Elan Ganeles, an Israeli- American, who came to Israel as a participant in the Masa program. May his memory be a blessing. 

Recently, I met with a community member who asked me “What keeps you up at night?”…

Federations are committed to causes at home and abroad

Jewish Federations of North America have sent a letter to the Government of Israel regarding the judicial reform debate. Following the release of the letter, Prime Minister Netanyahu called for dialogue and Opposition Leader Lapid responded that he agreed with the principles.  

While the …

Alberta adopts IHRA definition of antisemitism

Calgary Jewish Federation, Jewish Federation of Edmonton, and CIJA celebrate adoption of framework to identify, understand, and combat antisemitism ahead of Jewish New Year

Calgary, AB – September 23, 2022 – Today, Alberta became the fifth Canadian province to adopt the International Ho…