Hillel Ottawa – Standing up for Jewish students on campus

Hillel is internationally known for the social, religious, and educational programs it provides for Jewish students on campuses in the U.S., Canada, and around the world.

Founded in 1923, their mission is to “enrich the lives of Jewish students so that they may enrich the Jewish people an…

Jewish parents taking action against antisemitism

Every important school improvement was started by a parent. When parents want to be more involved in the direction of their child’s school, they join the parent-teacher association. When they want to be active in the hockey team, they coach. When they want to reduce antisemitism and make s…

Full circle: giving back in gratitude

Every year the Jewish Federation of Ottawa is honoured to acknowledge outstanding volunteers in our community. Each year, volunteers are nominated to receive awards that reflect the individual’s commitment to community and to seeing the Ottawa Jewish community grow and thrive. In addition,…

Welcome Alysha Blakey to the Federation team!

Born and raised in Ottawa, Alysha Blakey is thrilled to be back home and working in the Jewish community as the Community Engagement Specialist at the Jewish Federation of Ottawa. Alysha works with young adults, newcomers to Ottawa, and volunteers. She brings a wealth of experience in client…

We will celebrate: A Yom Ha’atzmaut recap

On May 14, the Ottawa Jewish community came out to City Hall in force, to show our Jewish pride and support for the Jewish homeland. In spite of protestors banging drums and trying to disrupt the ceremonies, the community members gathered and celebrated with exuberance.

At noon, community …