Young adults lead the way in building Jewish Ottawa’s future

Young adults are helping power this year’s Annual Community Campaign. They are turning connection into leadership, and leadership into giving, through Federation’s Young Adults division.

During the Campaign, there will be a stronger focus in encouraging younger members of the community …

Federation’s Campaign pairs past and present to show enduring impact

Each year, the Jewish Federation of Ottawa’s Annual Community Campaign raises funds so that every facet of our community can be supported. This year’s theme, Here for Good, speaks to the generations of Jews in Ottawa and beyond who have been impacted by Federation’s work over the last …

Jewish and Muslim equity leaders build bridges at OCDSB

The Ottawa-Carleton District School Board (OCDSB) is actively working to address antisemitism, Islamophobia, and other forms of hate by engaging dedicated professionals like Jewish Equity Instructional Coach Brian Kom and Student Support Coordinator for Racialized Students Nabil Ahmed. Toget…

Federation staff and board share favourite Rosh Hashanah recipes

CIJA webinar equips parents with tools to fight antisemitism at school

As Jewish students return to classrooms, families are facing the reality of rising antisemitism in schools. To prepare parents, youth, and community members, a national online town hall, hosted this week by the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA) in partnership with the Jewish Federa…