As Chanukah draws closer, we wanted to get some insight from Rabbi Levy Teitlebaum, Director of the Ottawa Vaad HaKashrut, regarding some of the best local spots for good kosher Chanukah food, as well as what goes into making traditional favourites kosher in the first place.
As you’ll re…
Amongst the hundreds of thousands of records, stored in the vault of the Ottawa Jewish Archives, is a collection of letters that preserve the story of a family’s efforts to stay in touch during the Holocaust.
The Schoepser family’s story, chronicled through a series of letters exchang…
The Ottawa Jewish Archives has long been dedicated to preserving and sharing the rich history of Ottawa’s Jewish community. One area that holds profound significance is the commemoration of Jewish veterans who have served in various military capacities throughout Canada’s history. For th…
From the Vault
Preserving Voices: The Audio Cassette and Record Collection at the Ottawa Jewish Archives
The Ottawa Jewish Archives is home to hundreds of thousands of records and audio cassettes, dating back to the early 1860s, and tell the history of Jewish life in Ottawa and the Nationa…
Kehillat Beth Israel (KBI) is excited to announce the appointment of Rabbi Erin Polansky as its new spiritual leader. With her deep commitment to community building and a vision for fostering inclusive and vibrant Jewish life, Rabbi Polansky brings a wealth of experience and a passion for le…
