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"Chanshi" is a popular new Israeli show telling the story of a young Orthodox woman who embarks on a journey to Israel to have encounters with IDF soldiers, ...

The Chabad movement stands out as a prominent presence in Canadian cities with their numerous Chabad houses, menorahs, and outreach activities, even attracti...

Over 110,000 protestors gathered in Tel Aviv to oppose right-wing Israeli government reforms aimed at changing the judicial system to shift power from courts...

In a recent episode of The CJN's podcast, "Bonjour Chai," hosts Avi Finegold and Phoebe Maltz Bovy delve into the topic of antisemitism's increasing prevalen...

Michael Marrus, a prominent Holocaust scholar in Canada, passed away at 81, leaving behind a legacy of significant contributions to Jewish history through hi...

Rev. Dr. T. Kenjitsu Nakagaki discusses the historical significance of the swastika as a symbol of peace and well-being, striving to reclaim its original mea...

The text discusses the fluidity of Jewish identity and the ability to navigate different spaces while maintaining one's Jewishness. It references the concept...

The text discusses a report by Independent Jewish Voices highlighting concerns that adopting the IHRA definition of antisemitism in Canada has limited open d...

Following Benjamin Netanyahu's return in Israel's elections, concerns have arisen over a likely far-right coalition placing controversial figures Bezalel Smo...

With winter holidays approaching, the podcast delves into the phenomenon of Jewish romance novels, exploring their popularity among both Jewish and non-Jewis...

As the number of Holocaust survivors dwindles, raising concerns about the future of Holocaust education and Jewish communal memory, a discussion examines the...

With elections approaching in the United States and Israel, Canadian Jews seek insight into the political landscapes of these nations with significant Jewish...

Rabbanit Rachael Turkienicz, winner of the Great Canadian Sermon Slam, discusses Jewish education, the struggle of women in religious scholarship, and leads ...

The hosts of the Bonjour Chai podcast celebrated Sukkot and delved into the issue of affordable housing in the Jewish community, especially considering the r...

The Miami Boys Choir, a popular Orthodox Jewish pop group founded in the 1970s, recently gained unexpected fame on TikTok, with their videos garnering hundre...

"Teshuvahland" delves into the concept of teshuvah, or repentance, as a process of returning to one's true path or desired destination after realizing a devi...

As the year 5783 approaches, the hosts of the Bonjour Chai podcast engage in self-reflection about their topics and opinions in the past year, from Indigenou...

The New York Times published an exposé on issues in Hasidic schools in New York, which were already known within the community. Similar problems have been re...

Jewish organizations are hosting high-profile fundraising events with notable speakers like Stephen Harper, George Bush, Mayim Bialik, and Fran Drescher to r...

The text discusses a variety of Jewish topics, including a follow-up on the role of day schools in 2022 with Yehuda Kurtzer from the Shalom Hartman Institute...

In a recent editorial meeting by The Canadian Jewish News (CJN), the staff discussed Jewish education, pondering if children enjoy it, receive a superior edu...

Joanna Halpern Zisman, a software engineer from Toronto, created Yente over the Rainbow, the first dating site for LGBTQAI+ Jews in 2017. The site aims to he...

During a break from their regular programming, the podcast "Shvitzing in August" features a re-aired interview with renowned climate activist Tzeporah Berman...

The Bonjour Chai team dedicates an episode to the discussion of interfaith marriage, exploring varying viewpoints within Judaism on the matter. Reform rabbis...

Rabbi Saul Emanuel, executive director of the Jewish Community Council of Montreal and head of Montreal Kosher (MK), discusses the high cost of kosher meat a...

Hillel Montreal's integration into Federation CJA's GenMTL program led to some challenges, with students feeling alienated due to a perceived focus on pro-Is...

The Calgary Stampede is highlighted as more than just a cowboy festival, emphasizing its role in bringing Albertans together for various activities. In a Bon...

Younger generations are donating less than their parents, prompting Jewish organizations in Canada to engage younger donors differently. The Canadian expansi...

The podcast "As Canadian as Possible, Under the Circumstances" celebrates Canada Day with a focus on Canadian Jewish life. It features interviews with an Isr...

The podcast episode discusses the response to a previous episode on kosher food ethics, with a focus on Montreal's Vaad Ha'ir defending the high cost of kosh...

The podcast episode discusses recent kosher controversies, such as non-Orthodox certification, disruptive behaviors at kosher establishments, and scandals in...

The Jewish community has progressed from acknowledging queer Jews to actively working towards their inclusion in Jewish law and practice. The Queer Jewish In...

Sally Priesand made history almost 50 years ago as the first female rabbi ordained in North America, yet female rabbis today still face disparities compared ...

The first Jews in Canada were Sephardim who founded the Spanish and Portuguese Synagogue in Montreal in 1768, with Ashkenazi Jews following from Europe. A ne...

Canadian Jewish festival season is in full swing, prompting questions about who these events cater to and who attends. Helen Zukerman from the Toronto Jewish...

Henry Morgentaler, a Holocaust survivor and prominent figure in Canada's pro-choice movement, fought for safe abortions in a once-restrictive system, endurin...

Rhonda Lenton, the president of York University, discusses the balancing act of addressing tensions between Jewish and Palestinian student groups on campus, ...

Jay Baruchel, a Jewish actor, has created a new TV show called "We're All Gonna Die (Even Jay Baruchel)" where he explores various doomsday scenarios and the...

Mayim Bialik, known for her roles in The Big Bang Theory and as the host of Jeopardy!, has ventured into writing and directing with her debut film, As They M...

The First Annual Great Canadian Seder was a Passover event that featured stories from 20 prominent Canadians discussing the meaning of freedom. Guests includ...

In this episode of Bonjour Chai, hosts Avi Finegold, Ilana Zackon, and David Sklar engage in a multifaceted discussion on the differing labels of genocide an...

This episode of Bonjour Chai discusses the latest statistical findings on hate crimes targeting Jews, highlighting potential disparities in reporting across ...

In this episode of Bonjour Chai, hosts Avi Finegold, Ilana Zackon, and David Sklar discuss the inefficacy of certain humanitarian aid approaches during the U...

In this episode of Bonjour Chai, the hosts discuss Quebec's Bill 96 and its potential impact on the Jewish community, particularly the challenges it poses fo...

The episode takes a humorous look at how cannabis intersects with Jewish culture by bringing in Canadian Jewish personalities from the cannabis industry for ...

This episode of Bonjour Chai reflects on its first year by exploring new Jewish establishments in Canada that connect with Jews outside tradition, featuring ...

In this episode, "Bonjour Chai" delves into the impact of the Russia-Ukraine conflict on Jewish communities, with insights from Semyon Dovzhik and Ruty Korot...

This episode of Bonjour Chai pays tribute to the late Canadian filmmaker Ivan Reitman, discussing his impact on Hollywood and his Jewish identity shaped by h...

In this episode, the hosts discuss new Canadian legislative proposals aimed at banning Holocaust denial and hate symbols, with interviews featuring MP Kevin ...

This episode of Bonjour Chai delves into the treatment of China's Uyghurs and why their plight is a significant concern for the Jewish community, featuring i...