From safety and resilience to local leadership, a strong Jewish community in York Region is shaped through collaboration.

Hear from Mayor of Vaughan Steven Del Duca, York Regional Police Chief Jim MacSween, and senior community professionals about what is happening in York region and how they are keeping our community safe. This gathering will also offer a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and discover the wide range of programs, services, and resources available to you and your family. 

A Q&A portion will allow you to share your ideas and be a part of building up the York Region Jewish community.

Join us for a meaningful and engaging evening exploring how we can support and strengthen Jewish life in York Region together. Interactive informational booths will be onsite and exciting new initiatives will be announced. You will not want to miss this important evening!

SPEAKER PANEL

Noah Shack

CEO, Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA)

​Jevon Greenblatt

CEO, Jewish Security Network (JSN)

​Hersh Perlis

Senior Vice President, Community Capacity Building (CCB)

​Jenna Potash

Senior Director, Capacity Building and Public Outreach

Moderator:
Sara Lefton

Chief Development Officer, UJA and Executive Director, Jewish Foundation of Greater Toronto

Sunday, January 18, 2026

7:00 PM: Doors open

7:30 PM: Program begins

Vaughan Jewish Community Campus

9600 Bathurst Street

 Light refreshments to be served | Kashrut observed

If you have any questions, please email Genny Dozortsev at [email protected].

2025 Annual Campaign Chairs

Ron Baruch and Karen Diamond

York Region Chair

Barbara Orvitz

Event Committee

Hayley Braverman

Yuliya Etingen

Mike Forcht

Leba Herman

Arla Litwin

Romy Pilarski