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Why this Canadian Catholic leader is rallying Christians to stand up against antisemitism

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 13 Nov

Rev. Dr. Andrew Bennett, a Catholic leader in Ottawa, has successfully rallied over 700 Christian faith leaders across Canada to sign the Canadian Christian Declaration Against Antisemitism, spotlighting their commitment to combat anti-Jewish hate crimes.

0 Sports Gender/Identity

Game-changer: Two Jewish founders are creating a new pro women’s baseball league

Menschwarmers · 12 Nov

Justine Siegal and Keith Stein are launching the Women's Pro Baseball League set to begin in 2026, with the aim of providing a professional platform for women in a sport that hasn't seen a professional league since the 1950s.

0 Communities Education

For All and Forever

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 11 Nov

Rabbi Moshe Blaustein's passing marks a significant loss for a generation of Toronto's Jewish community who grew up influenced by his charismatic presence.

0 Culture History

Remembrance Day, minus religion: Why faith-based prayers are nixed from Canadian military ceremonies this year

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 11 Nov

Canadian Armed Forces have adopted more secular practices for Remembrance Day events, discontinuing faith-specific prayers to ensure inclusivity.

0 Culture History

Remembrance Day, minus religion: Why faith-based prayers are nixed from Canadian military ceremonies this year

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 11 Nov

Canadian Armed Forces have adopted more secular practices for Remembrance Day events, discontinuing faith-specific prayers to ensure inclusivity.

0 Culture History

Remembrance Day, minus religion: Why faith-based prayers are nixed from Canadian military ceremonies this year

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 11 Nov

Canadian Armed Forces have adopted more secular practices for Remembrance Day events, discontinuing faith-specific prayers to ensure inclusivity.

0 Politics Communities

Things Worth Remembering: Ayaan Hirsi Ali and the ‘Strange Death’ of Europe

Douglas Murray in The Free Press · 10 Nov

Douglas Murray reflects on the impact of Ayaan Hirsi Ali's 2006 departure from the Netherlands, contextualized by significant events in Dutch history involving tensions with Islam.

0 Jewish Law Politics

Can People be Parasites?

Natan Slifkin in Rationalist Judaism · 10 Nov

Natan Slifkin critically examines the usage of the term 'parasite' to describe the haredi community, noting its historically antisemitic connotations and contemporary implications in Israeli society.

0 Culture History

‘Ragtime’ Is a Jewish American Triumph, More Prescient Than Ever

Lior Zaltzman in Kveller · 8 Nov

Lior Zaltzman reflects on the enduring power of the musical "Ragtime," especially meaningful for Jewish audiences.

0 Politics Communities

Roncesvalles Minyan

Bonjour Chai · 7 Nov

Amidst turmoil over the Giller Prize's association with Scotiabank, which has financial ties to an Israeli arms dealer, pro-Palestinian writers are boycotting the prize, raising questions about anti-Semitism.

0 Politics Communities

Roncesvalles Minyan

Bonjour Chai · 7 Nov

Amidst turmoil over the Giller Prize's association with Scotiabank, which has financial ties to an Israeli arms dealer, pro-Palestinian writers are boycotting the prize, raising questions about anti-Semitism.

0 Culture Philosophy

In his new memoir, Michael Coren recounts his life, from Jewish cabbie's son to Anglican priest

Not That Kind of Rabbi · 7 Nov

Michael Coren, an Anglican priest with a complex spiritual journey from Judaism to various forms of Christianity, discusses the themes of forgiveness and moral responsibility outlined in his memoir.

0 Communities Education

Inbox: Issue 1035

Cindy Scarr in Mishpacha · 6 Nov

The article highlights several topics, emphasizing the unique challenges and contributions of various individuals and communities.

0 Culture Literature

A new book of poetry explores resilience and conflict in a post-Oct. 7 world

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 6 Nov

Sharon Zohar, moved by the hate she encountered while promoting civility in Toronto, channeled her response into the poetry anthology, "Proof of Life," which includes global Jewish voices expressing the tumultuous emotions and resilience in the aftermath of the October 7th attacks.

0 Culture Literature

A new book of poetry explores resilience and conflict in a post-Oct. 7 world

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 6 Nov

Sharon Zohar, moved by the hate she encountered while promoting civility in Toronto, channeled her response into the poetry anthology, "Proof of Life," which includes global Jewish voices expressing the tumultuous emotions and resilience in the aftermath of the October 7th attacks.

0 Jewish Law History

A new self-guided tour hopes to draw visitors to Ottawa's oft-forgotten Holocaust monument

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 4 Nov

The Ottawa-based Centre for Holocaust Education and Scholarship (CHES) has created a new self-guided tour via the IWalk app to enhance visitor experience at the National Holocaust Monument.

0 Jewish Law History

A new self-guided tour hopes to draw visitors to Ottawa's oft-forgotten Holocaust monument

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 4 Nov

The Ottawa-based Centre for Holocaust Education and Scholarship (CHES) has created a new self-guided tour via the IWalk app to enhance visitor experience at the National Holocaust Monument.

0 Jewish Law History

A new self-guided tour hopes to draw visitors to Ottawa's oft-forgotten Holocaust monument

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 4 Nov

The Ottawa-based Centre for Holocaust Education and Scholarship (CHES) has created a new self-guided tour via the IWalk app to enhance visitor experience at the National Holocaust Monument.

0 Politics History

Election-Swinging Jews

Bonjour Chai · 1 Nov

This episode explores the nuances of the Jewish vote in the upcoming U.S. presidential election, highlighting the factors influencing Jewish voter preferences in pivotal swing states like Pennsylvania.

0 Culture Jewish Law

What would Judaism have to say about ‘The Substance?’

Samuel Eli Shepherd in Forward · 31 Oct

The article explores Jewish perspectives on the implications of a fictional substance allowing temporary rejuvenation, as depicted in the film "The Substance."

0 Holidays Holocaust

Live from the Toronto Holocaust Museum: Talking zombies on Halloween Eve

Culturally Jewish · 31 Oct

Michael Fraiman, producer of the Culturally Jewish podcast, discusses his audio drama 'Justice: A Holocaust Zombie Story,' which combines Holocaust education with a zombie narrative to engage a younger audience.

0 Holidays Holocaust

Live from the Toronto Holocaust Museum: Talking zombies on Halloween Eve

Culturally Jewish · 31 Oct

Michael Fraiman, producer of the Culturally Jewish podcast, discusses his audio drama 'Justice: A Holocaust Zombie Story,' which combines Holocaust education with a zombie narrative to engage a younger audience.

0 Politics Leadership

Three Weeks to Go

The Commentary Magazine Podcast · 15 Oct

The episode delves into the political landscape three weeks before the election, focusing on Kamala Harris's campaign strategies and challenges, particularly her appeal to Black voters and the implications of a plagiarism controversy.

0 Politics Culture

More Q’s than A’s - Part 2

Unholy: Two Jews on the News · 22 Aug

Yonit Levi and Jonathan Freedland respond to listener questions, addressing topics such as the potential clemency for Benjamin Netanyahu and the challenges faced by the Israeli left in offering viable political alternatives.

0 Ethics Culture

Why Jews Should Go Fur-Free

Forward · 14 Apr 2017

Sandra Iseman argues that Jewish teachings on compassion and empathy should compel Jews to avoid wearing fur.

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