An inspiring volunteer: You get back what you put in

Ellie Greenberg is a dedicated philanthropist and long-time volunteer in Ottawa, especially in the Jewish community. Danielle Altonaga, of JET, sat down for a candid talk with her about Jewish life, giving back, and some of her favourite memories. The interview will leave you inspired, and e…

SJCC recognizes outstanding volunteers, teen leaders

SJCC's Melton School shows how smaller cities can do big things

Tamir launches youth programs to tackle needs, long waitlist

Long known for delivering amazing programs for adults, Tamir has expanded its mandate and is launching youth programs beginning this month.  

“There was an extraordinary waitlist (for youth programs) created by the pandemic,” said Risa Plotnik, executive director of Tamir, in referenc…

Jewish Ottawa not immune to food insecurity

Food insecurity can be anything from worrying about having money to buy food, compromising food quality, or not eating enough by cutting the size of meals or skipping them together — and it’s something the team at Jewish Family Services (JFS) sees all too often. 

“It’s absolutely a…