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All of Them Home Now: Body of Last Hostage Ran Gvili Returned to Israel

On Monday, Israel identified and returned the body of the last hostage held in Gaza from the October 7, 2023, Hamas terrorist attack. Ran Gvili, 24, a police officer killed while fighting the Hamas invaders, was the final one of the 251 people kidnapped that day to remain captive. His funera…

A Generation Comes Together at Hillel’s National Student Shabbaton

More than 300 Jewish student leaders from across Canada gathered for the first national student Shabbaton in nearly 20 years—an unforgettable weekend of learning, prayer, and powerful connection. Organized by Hillel Ontario and Hillels of Canada, the Shabbaton strengthened Jewish identity,…

Standing with the Iranian People for Freedom and Human Dignity

Freedom, human rights, and justice are non-negotiable. We stand with the Iranian people in their demand for democracy, human dignity, and the right to live without fear. 

The Iranian Canadian community is asking for its allies to show their solidarity at this critical moment. Here’s …

Jewish Canadians Honoured in Latest Order of Canada Appointments

Several Jewish Canadians are among the 80 appointments Governor General Mary Simon made to the Order of Canada, including two former Supreme Court of Canada justices, more than one Holocaust survivor, and an eclectic representation across areas of Canadian law, energy, music journalism, danc…