Meet the school board’s new first-ever Jewish equity coach

Brian Kom, Ottawa-Carleton District School Board’s (OCDSB) new Jewish equity coach officially began his work on June 8, 2023. He sat down with Jodi Green, the Communications and Advocacy Specialist at the Jewish Federation of Ottawa for a chat about his new role, his vision, and his potent…

A Place for Everyone: Jewish education available to all

Tuition incentive available for supplemental schools

Ottawa is fortunate that, for its size, it can boast two Jewish day schools and five supplementary schools to meet the educational Jewish philosophies of any family. It’s a setup that has taken each institution years to cultivate and de…

Russian-speaking families forge new path in Canada

Russian-speaking families from Ukraine, Israel, and Russia engage with the Jewish community

Yulia Elgin is new to Ottawa. She is, in fact, new to Canada and she has a knack for connecting with people. On top of her role as interim Campaign Manager for the Jewish Federation of Ottawa. She is…

Reuniting with our Israeli “family”

Partnership 2Gether Joint Steering Committee meetings.

Next week, the Jewish Federation of Ottawa is proudly playing host to a special convention of Israeli and Canadian partners in meetings that represent “one of the best ways that we bring to life our connection to Israel,” said Sarah…

Foundation award winners build bridges across communities

Talia Freedhoff is currently studying journalism and creative writing at the University of King's College and defines their passion as advocacy work. Talia is also this year’s Ottawa Jewish Community Foundation’s G.J. Cooper Scholarship award winner.

The G.J. Cooper Scholarship Award is…