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UJA Federation Welcomes Federal Investment in Toronto Holocaust Museum

Toronto, ON – The Government of Canada has announced a significant investment of more than $2.5 million in UJA Federation’s Toronto Holocaust Museum, a decision that was met with appreciation and applause from Toronto’s Jewish community.

“We are grateful for this exceptional investm…

Shavuot and the Ideas that Sustain Us

On Saturday night, Jews around the world will gather for the tradition of overnight learning that takes place on the first night of Shavuot, the festival where we celebrate the giving of the Torah to the Jewish people.

This special holiday reflects the centrality of the Torah to our collect…

Update: How our Walk with Israel is Empowering Israelis

Each year, thousands of community members unite for the Walk with Israel to show their support and solidarity, and to raise funds to help make Israel a better home for all. Last year, the timing of the Walk coincided with a wave of terrorism targeting Israel in May. UJA quickly shifted focus…

From Grief to Joy: Thoughts on Yom HaZikaron & Yom Ha'atzmaut

In two stunning headlines, the cover page of a recent issue of the UK newspaper The Jewish News captured the paradox of Israel today.
 

The Hope: Israel hosts Arab states for historic talks,” declares the first headline. Beside it is an image of the foreign ministers of Israel, Ba…

Volunteers Join Humanitarian Operation

‘An Image I’ll Never Forget’: Toronto Volunteers Join Humanitarian Operation in Eastern Europe 

Over 30 years ago, Tatyana and Dmitry Korobchevski arrived in Budapest from Kyiv, as part of their aliyah journey supported by UJA’s partner the American Joint Distribution Committee (JD…