Jewish Ottawa

Local news and updates on the Jewish community of Ottawa.

Special Chanukah donation helps six families in need

Larry and the late Sheila Hartman: With courageous tenacity and community devotion, Larry ensures that Sheila’s light of generosity and sensitivity continues to shine.

Shinshinim are a ‘living bridge’ between Ottawa and Israel

Shinshinim Hila Beldoch (left) and Shai Sagi. “When you come here, you come as you, but you also represent your country,” said Shai. “It’s a lot of responsibility.” (Dana Simpson)

Remembering Dr. Mark Dover 1927-2019

Dr. Mark Dover was Ottawa’s first Jewish surgeon.

Strawberry Blonde Bakery is now kosher

“The response [to becoming kosher] has been amazing, more than I expected,” says Strawberry Blonde Bakery owner Jacqui Okum.

‘Be very grateful to live in Canada,’ says Holocaust survivor

Fred Fiksel, in his room at Hillel Lodge, recalls living on minimal food rations while working as a slave labourer during the Second World War. (Matthew Horwood)