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UJA Federation and CIJA's statement on the Poway shooting

UJA Federation of Greater Toronto and the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA) are shocked and saddened by the loss of life and injuries resulting from today's deadly shooting at the Chabad of Poway Synagogue in California. On the Sabbath, and the final day of Passover, which includes…

Providing a hand up to those in need

UJA Federation is committed to alleviating the effects of poverty by partnering with organizations like Jewish Free Loan Toronto (JFLT), which offers interest-free loans to Jews in need throughout the GTA and Ontario. JFLT currently has almost 900 loans circulating worth more than $3.3 milli…

UJA Stands United with Sri Lanka in the Aftermath of Tragedy

UJA Federation of Greater Toronto is overwhelmed by the desecration of the Easter holiday in Sri Lanka, by the murder and wounding of hundreds of innocent worshippers, tourists, and other victims, and by the destruction wrought by hatred and violence.

“We stand united with our Sri Lankan …

Supporting JDC's life-changing work in Moldova

UJA Federation is proud to support the American Jewish Joint Distribution Committee (JDC), a Jewish humanitarian group which has aided the world's neediest Jews for over a century. JDC currently operates in 70 countries, including Moldova – a small nation nestled between Romania and Uk…

Remembering Martin Prosserman

UJA Federation of Greater Toronto extends its deepest and most heartfelt condolences to the Prosserman Family on the recent passing of Martin Prosserman z”l.

Martin was a beloved figure in Toronto’s Jewish community and someone whose dedication, passion and commitment to the values and …