Canadian Jewish Community

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Canadian families are welcoming displaced Israelis into their homes, thanks to a new grassroots initiative

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 30 Oct

The CJN Daily highlights a grassroots program, Hug for Hope, which pairs displaced Israeli families with host families in North America for respite from trauma experienced during the Hamas attacks.

0 Antisemitism Education

‘Keep showing up’: Columbia prof-turned-activist Shai Davidai rallies Canadian Jews

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 21 Oct

Columbia professor Shai Davidai has become an influential activist against antisemitism on university campuses following his viral video in 2023.

0 Art Culture

A new exhibit of dreamlike family portraits recall bygone Jewish life, tinged with trauma

Culturally Jewish · 24 Sep

Arnie Lipsey showcases a captivating series of 30 paintings titled "The Past Is Before You" at the Museum of Jewish Montreal, inspired by archival family photos and blending memory with surreal and traumatic backgrounds.

0 Jewish Law Culture

Canada's kosher meat packers won in federal court. How will this affect the Jewish community?

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 29 Jul

A Federal Court of Canada ruling has paused new government-imposed guidelines on kosher slaughter methods, allowing the practice of shechita, which Jewish groups argue is a necessary cultural and religious practice, to continue without additional stun measures for now.

0 Politics Art

Vancouver comics festival bans Jewish artist Miriam Libicki over past IDF service

Andrew Lapin in JTA · 30 May

The Vancouver Comic Arts Festival banned Israeli-American artist Miriam Libicki due to her past service in the Israel Defense Forces, reversing an earlier decision to allow her participation.

0 Holocaust Communities

This year’s March of the Living commemoration marred by ‘Stop the Genocide’ protests

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 7 May

The 36th annual March of the Living in Poland was marked by poignant remembrance and unexpected protests, as the event took on heightened significance in the aftermath of the October 7 massacre in Israel.

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This year’s March of the Living commemoration marred by ‘Stop the Genocide’ protests

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 7 May

The 2024 March of the Living in Poland was disrupted by protests conflating current Middle Eastern conflicts with the Holocaust, causing emotional challenges for participants including a Canadian family with deep personal connections to Holocaust history.

0 Communities Politics

A lawsuit prompted the dramatic overhaul of the Toronto Zionist Council, owners of Camp Shalom

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 10 Apr

Two leaders from Toronto's Jewish community discuss the legal conflict over the Toronto Zionist Council, exploring issues of membership exclusion and financial mismanagement.

0 Politics Israel

What’s the deal with that photo showing Ya’ara Saks holding hands with Palestinian leader Mahmoud Abbas?

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 18 Mar

The episode explores the political uproar surrounding a contentious photo of Canadian politicians Ya'ara Saks and Mélanie Joly meeting with Mahmoud Abbas in the context of Canada’s nuanced policy shifts regarding Israel and Palestine.

0 Music Communities

Jewish Life Stories: The eternally fashionable Iris Apfel, and the son of a klezmer great

Andrew Silow-Carroll in JTA · 6 Mar

Iris Apfel, a Jewish fashion icon who passed away at 102, had a long and successful career in textile design, becoming famous for her unique style and signature oversized glasses.

0 Communities Leadership

From hero to host: The role of North American philanthropy in moving Israel forward

Rachel Kohn in eJewishPhilanthropy · 2 Jan

The Jewish philanthropic community in North America has played a crucial role in supporting Israel during times of crisis, raising millions of dollars for relief efforts.

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‘We won’t be intimidated,’ rabbi says after Molotov cocktail thrown at Montreal JCC

Beth Harpaz in Forward · 27 Nov 2023

A Molotov cocktail was thrown at the Montreal Jewish Community Center following a meeting to discuss increased security at Jewish institutions.

0 Israel Communities

Feeling anxious over the war in Israel? 10 tips from a mental health expert

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 17 Oct 2023

Toronto mental health expert Leanne Matlow provides 10 key tips to help manage anxiety and reassure children amidst the recent violence in Israel.

0 Antisemitism Politics

Linda Frum on fighting back (and winning) a defamation lawsuit the judge said was designed to gag her from criticizing an Arabic-language newspaper

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 23 May 2023

Former Conservative senator Linda Frum successfully defended herself against a $2.5-million defamation lawsuit brought by an Arabic-language newspaper in Ontario.

0 Israel Communities

Israel’s rookie Aliyah minister visits Canada to promote immigration—while avoiding protesters

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 24 Apr 2023

Israel's Aliyah minister, Ofir Sofer, visited Canada to promote immigration, especially focusing on Orthodox schools and synagogues to encourage Aliyah.

0 Communities Education

Jewish populations are growing in every major Canadian city—except Toronto

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 20 Mar 2023

Demographer Charles Shahar analyzed 2021 Canadian census data and found that Jewish populations are increasing in cities across Canada except for Toronto, where growth has plateaued.

0 Communities History

Death doesn’t take a holiday: Remembering some significant deaths in Jewish Canada from summer 2022

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 24 Aug 2022

This episode of The CJN Daily reflects on the lives and contributions of six notable Canadian Jews who passed away in the summer of 2022.

0 Jewish Law Politics

The United Church angers Canadian rabbis with its new proposed Mideast policy

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 18 Jan 2022

Canadian rabbis have expressed strong opposition to the United Church of Canada's new Mideast policy, which they believe unfairly targets Israel.

0 Communities Leadership

The Only Thing Orderly in Canada Right Now is the Order of Canada

Bonjour Chai · 6 Jan 2022

In this episode of Bonjour Chai, the hosts highlight the recognition of Jewish Canadians with the Order of Canada and feature interviews with four notable Jewish recipients.

0 Communities Antisemitism

How safe are Canada’s Jewish institutions from attacks?

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 15 Sep 2021

The CJN Daily episode explores the Canadian government's efforts to enhance security at Jewish institutions through an $8 million grant initiative.

0 Culture Antisemitism

TikTok star Josh Zilberberg dishes on his Canadian Jewish roots

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 14 Jul 2021

This episode features TikTok star Josh Zilberberg, a Canadian Jewish influencer who discusses his unexpected rise to fame and his efforts to address antisemitism on social media.

0 Culture Communities

One year since George Floyd's death: What's changed for Jews of colour?

The CJN Daily with Ellin Bessner · 8 Jun 2021

This episode explores the changes within the Canadian Jewish community in response to George Floyd's murder, focusing on the experiences and advocacy of Jews of color.

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Blue Screen of Death

Bonjour Chai · 27 May 2021

In this heated episode, the hosts of Bonjour Chai delve into the surge of antisemitism and anti-Zionism in Canada, exploring how it intersects with shifting perspectives on the Israel-Palestine conflict.

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Mark Breslin: Two Jews Walk in to a Bar

Not That Kind of Rabbi · 9 Apr 2020

Mark Breslin, the founder and CEO of Yuk Yuks comedy club, discusses Jewish humor and identity with his friend Ralph Benmergui, a former comedian and host of Not That Kind of Rabbi podcast.

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