Baumel Joseph: So many questions, so few honest answers
In the latest column by Norma Baumel Joseph, she addresses her feelings about the coronavirus pandemic.
Businesses ‘decimated’ by plunge in patronage
Several Jewish-owned businesses talk of sales down dramatically, employees laid off, no money coming in, bills still to be paid and a future outlook that is cloudy at best.
Jewish charities adjust in wake of the coronavirus
Alex Rose highlights the emergency grants that MAZON Canada is now providing, as well as the food delivery initiatives B’nai Brith Canada are implementing for seniors during the coronavirus pandemic.
Argentina allows mikvahs to stay open
Local Orthodox rabbis and government authorities in Buenos Aires have agreed on a system that will allow mikvahs to stay open.
Virus creates havoc with weddings and other simchahs
Sherif Shefa speaks with a few couples who have had to re-think their wedding plans in light of the coronavirus pandemic.
Vale: Do you need a face mask to read this column?
The latest column by Rabbi Asher Vale looks at our new reality in a world of social distancing.
COVID-19 terrifies parents of seriously ill children
For parents of medically compromised children, the threat the coronavirus presents is terrifying. Susan Minuk chats with a number of these parents to hear what they’re currently going through.
Jewish organization offers COVID-19 loans
Jewish Free Loans Toronto recently made available a loan for people struggling with the economic repercussions of COVID-19.
Some Orthodox rabbis in Israel approve use of video conference for seder
Some Orthodox rabbis in Israel have approved the use of a video conference program such as Zoom to bring families together for a Passover seder.
From Yoni’s Desk: Bet on the human spirit’s will to endure
CJN editor Yoni Goldstein reflects on putting together the paper with part of the staff working remotely.
