How the Jewish Security Network is Elevating Community Security in 2026

The past year has been another challenging one for Jewish communities across Canada and around the world. We have seen serious security incidents, foiled plots and a troubling rise in antisemitic rhetoric—too often followed by hateful actions. The recent arrest of three suspects allegedly …

Ran Gvili is finally home

Ran Gvili is finally home, and for the first time in more than a decade, there are no longer any Israeli hostages held in Gaza.  

Our community and the entire Jewish world have been yearning for this moment for 863 days. Now that it has arrived, we are filled with a mixture of emo…

“Giving back to the community is part of my DNA”

A Q&A with Perri Kirshenblatt, Volunteer Fundraiser

Perri Kirshenblatt first became an active volunteer for UJA in 2018, serving as a Women’s Philanthropy Lion of Judah co-chair, and has held many meaningful volunteer roles at UJA over the past seven years. In addition to her involvement …

An Update from the Jewish Security Network

Engagement in Action: How and Why to Get Involved at UJA

At a time when community connection feels more urgent and meaningful than ever, UJA’s Community Mobilization team is leading with heart and purpose. Co-chairs Joe Heale and Neil Hershcovitch have stepped forward to help channel the growing desire among Toronto’s Jews to contribute, suppo…