Horror and Heroism: Voices from Israel

By Barbara Crook

KATZRIN, Israel -- Dr. Tamar Shlezinger’s phone rang the morning of October 7th, 2023, as sirens blared in the north of Israel and the country was just beginning to understand the scope of the horrors of the Hamas terror attacks in the south.

She learned that Michael and…

Realities and Questions on Israel

By Victor Rabinovitch

I still feel like I have been living two versions of reality. Before leaving on our recent Partnership 2Gether mission to Israel, so many people warned: “Stay safe”. Others were more direct, even asking: “Why now - why go at all?”

But when I arrived in Tel Avi…

A lot has changed in 90 years - Past chair Sol Shinder

This year marks the 90th anniversary of the Jewish Federation of Ottawa. To commemorate this remarkable milestone, the Federation is embarking on a series of year-long initiatives about our shared journey. 
Among the initiatives are regular articles delving into our history, including colum…

Israeli Performances at the Soloway JCC

by Ella Dagan

The Soloway Jewish Community Centre was full of laughter recently as Israeli stand-up comedian Miki Geva took centre stage with his all-Hebrew show, co-sponsored by the Vered Israel Cultural and Educational Program, the Soloway JCC, Jewish Federation of Ottawa Jewish Experienc…

Vision of an Accessible Jewish Community Garden: Benefits and Possibilities

By Dr. Madelaine Werier

I affectionately call my time spent in nature, my “vitamin N”. It is replenishing, grounding, and as essential as any other nutrient for my wellbeing. Getting my daily dose is a literal and figurative breath of fresh air! For city dwellers like me, urban communit…