Stories
"It’s Better to Be Proactive in Protecting Ourselves"
As the son of a Holocaust survivor, Michael Konsker feels passionately about the protection of the Jewish community. So, when a representative of UJA Community Security came to speak at his synagogue about volunteer opportunities, he and his wife, Sarah, knew that this was the program for th…
What's Happening in Israel and What It Means for Us
We’ve been reflecting on recent Israeli political developments and the implications for our Greater Toronto Jewish community. Today, we’re writing to share a few thoughts and update you on UJA’s approach to this evolving story.
Importantly, we want to challenge our entire community …
INSIDE UJA: We Are All One Large Community
In conversation with William Kleinbaum
Based in Israel, William Kleinbaum (known to most as “Willie”) has served as the Managing Director of Israel & Overseas at UJA Federation of Greater Toronto for over five years. With deep knowledge of the needs and challenges in our overseas commun…
Adding Our Light In Times Of Darkness
On Sunday, Jews around the world will gather to light the hanukkiah. While Hanukkah is always meaningful, its message feels especially poignant this year.
Thinking about Hanukkah in light of the current growth of antisemitism brought to mind a wise insight from Dara Horn. The author once ob…