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Virtual Community Hanukkah Candle Lighting Ceremonies

Are you looking for an opportunity to light Hanukkah candles with other community members? Here's a list of virtual community Hanukkah candle lighting ceremonies happening online from Thursday, December 10 until Thursday, December 17:

 

City of Vaughan Hanukkah Candle Lighting:
On the fi…

Tribute: Herb Rosenfeld, a trailblazer for Toronto’s Jewish Community

The office walls of former UJA Federation President Herb Rosenfeld (z”l) are lined with dozens of awards, certificates of recognition, and photos with just about every Israeli Prime Minister and President that held office throughout the 1980s and 90s. However, as Rabbi Jarrod Grover notes,…

Statement on Racism and Inclusion

Jews of Colour are an integral and cherished part of the Jewish people. Just as we celebrate their extraordinary history, culture, and contributions to the Jewish story, we stand with them in the continued struggle against racism—which is utterly at odds with Judaism and Jewish values. UJA…

Day School Open Houses and Tours

Upcoming Day School Open Houses
Considering Jewish day school for the 2021/22 school year? In the coming weeks, UJA's partner Jewish day schools will be hosting virtual open houses and tours to help families decide which school is the best fit for their children. Check out this comprehensive…

Update: Suspect Arrested in Allen/Eglinton Firearm Incident

Dear Community Members,

We are pleased to share the news that Toronto Police Service has arrested and charged a suspect in connection with a report of an armed individual in the Allen/Eglinton area. More details may be found here.

In a separate, unrelated investigation, police also arreste…