Voices

Submissions from members of our community. (Archived columns from Bulletin columnists).

Modern Mishpocha: Standing up for each other – Having our WITS about us

By Rabbi Dara Lithwick

Every week we receive a school update from our kids’ principal. The other week, the update focused on a program that is being incorporated throughout the kindergarten to Grade 6 learning cycle. Called WITS, it brings together schools, families and communities to cre…

A View from the Bleachers: Achieving Jewish and democratic values

By Rabbi Steven Garten

The most recent election in Israel, the third in less than 12 months, offered a clear window into Israeli voting patterns. The voters’ preferences are ossified. The results of each election have changed very little. A small shift in votes provides an additional seat…

Focus on Fitness: Will exercise reduce risks of colds, flu or coronavirus?

By Gloria Schwartz

Are you concerned about catching a cold, flu or the novel coronavirus? According to the World Health Organization (WHO), coronaviruses “are a large family of viruses that cause illnesses ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases” such as serious respiratory…

From the Editor: The Bulletin website and other updates

Bulletin website, Israeli election, IHRA defintion of antisemitism.

Federation Report: A legacy is forever – create yours today

By Lawrence Weinstein, Chair, Ottawa Jewish Community Foundation

With the official launch of the Life & Legacy program this month, our community is entering a new era of philanthropy. The Ottawa Jewish Community Foundation is proud to host this program uniting 14 key community organization…