When Sarah Gordon went on maternity leave from teaching at the Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB), she never imagined it would mark the beginning of one of the most impactful grassroots educational initiatives connecting Canada to Israel — one that the Jewish Federation of Ottaw…
Jewish Family Services (JFS) Ottawa and AJA 50+ have come together to launch a new digital community space aimed at keeping Jewish seniors in Ottawa connected, informed, and engaged. The Ottawa Jewish Seniors Group on Facebook is the latest initiative powered through a Jewish Federation of O…
A unique and thoughtfully curated exhibit highlighting the rich Jewish history of Ottawa’s ByWard Market is now on display at the Ontario Legislative Building in Queen’s Park in Toronto. This special exhibit, which began on April 22, 2025, aligning with the start of Jewish Heritage Month…
As the days grow longer and tulips begin to bloom, there’s no better time to step outside and rediscover the stories that shaped our city. In honour of Jewish Heritage Month this May, I’ve put together a walking tour through downtown Ottawa that invites y…
