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Local news and updates on the Jewish community of Ottawa.

Mar 6, 2024

Harness the ‘Power of One’

Our community is facing rising antisemitism and challenges that we, our children, and our grandchildren have not faced in two generations. It’s a time when having the right information can mean the difference between feeling helpless and being able to make meaningful changes within our sch…

Feb 21, 2024

Black Jewish Women – In their own words

In honour of Black History Month, the Jewish Federation of Ottawa and the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA) are co-hosting an event to learn from Black Jewish Women about their experiences and challenges, and to celebrate their successes. 
 
The E-Bulletin spoke with Sheba Birh…

Feb 6, 2024

Welcoming Brittany Silver to the Federation team

The Jewish Federation of Ottawa is thrilled to welcome Brittany Silver to the Community Building  Team. Silver is the new Community Engagement Specialist and will focus her work on young adults (formally called Emerging Generations), newcomers, and volunteers.

EB: What will be your primary…

Feb 6, 2024

Run for Their Lives – an international initiative for the hostages

Stacy Goldstein is a runner. She has been running for years and encourages others to become involved in the sport. After October 7, an international movement was launched to bring awareness to the hostages that were taken into Gaza.  It is called Run for Their Lives and groups around the wo…

Jan 24, 2024

The headlines of the times: service, education and an inclusive community

This year marks the 90th anniversary of the Jewish Federation of Ottawa. To commemorate this remarkable milestone, the Federation is embarking on a series of year-long initiatives about our shared journey. Among the initiatives will be monthly articles delving into our history, including col…