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…
With Rosh Hashanah on the horizon, community members are happily planning what to cook as they welcome 5786 with friends and family. The holiday table brims with meaning and flavour, from pomegranates and apples with honey to tzimmes and round challah. To inspire your menu, Jewish Federation…
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…
The Jewish Federation of Ottawa serves as the backbone of Jewish life in the nation’s capital, offering programs, services, and opportunities that strengthen connection, identity, and resilience.
At the heart of this ongoing effort is an essential yet often understated force: volunteers…
In his new role as the Jewish Federation of Ottawa’s Community Relationship Coordinator, Amos Bitzan brings a unique blend of scholarly expertise, administrative experience, and a passion for Jewish life.
Formerly a professor of Jewish history with a decade of academic work under his b…
