Ruth Goldbloom was passionate about the underdog
Ruth Goldbloom raised millions in support of health, education and cultural organizations, and was involved with several organizations.
Canada at 150: Digging into our Jewish past, Part 1
This country has a rich history of Jewish newspapers and thankfully, many of them have been digitized and can be read online, free of charge.
Barbara Frum was known for having been incisive, fearless and fair
Journalist Barabara Frum’s curiosity, her pioneering interviewing style, her empathy and humour made her a household name across Canada.
A brief history of Canada-Israel relations
As Canada turns 150 and Israel turns 70 this year, we can take a moment to consider what we’ve learned from the history of Israeli-Canadian relations.
Kay vs. Kay: Has Canada been good for the Jews?
Has the anti-Semitism that previous generations faced after immigrating to this country largely disappeared? Or have many of the anti-Jewish sentiments that caused them to flee the horrors of Europe re-emerged in new and insidious ways in contemporary Canadian society?
Benjamin Dunkelman: fighting for the Jews and Israel
Given his contributions to pre-state Israel, both as a kibbutznik and a Machal volunteer, it’s not a stretch to say that Israel wouldn’t be the same today, if not for the late Benjamin Dunkelman.
Ed Fitch: military man
Montreal native Ed Fitch is a retired major general with the Canadian Armed Forces who served Canada for 43 years.
The Shabbat table: happy birthday, Canada – Canadi-yum!
Good Shabbos, Shabbat shalom! Happy 150th Birthday, Canada! This weekend, Canadians all over the world will be gathering together with friends, family and fellow Canadians to celebrate this momentous occasion. And what do people do when they get together? They eat. And foods with a Canadian connection will be on the top of their lists. […]
Irwin Cotler: one of world’s foremost advocates for human rights
If there are still Rennaissance men among us, Irwin Cotler would certainly be one.
Myra Freeman: the first female, and first Jewish, lieutenant governor of Nova Scotia
Myra Freeman has the double distinction of being the first Jew to be appointed lieutenant governor of a Canadian province and the first woman to hold the office in Nova Scotia.
