Israeli Schulich Leader Follows Family Trade to Build Community

For many years, Gal Elfer—a 2017 Schulich Leader—thought he would take a different career path than his parents, with their deep interest in computers. But he fell in love with the family trade. Now, as a software engineer at Meta (formerly Facebook), he hopes to one day combine his pass…

Introducing Hatepedia and Canada’s Hate Symbols List

A new online resource to strengthen the fight against hate

TORONTO, ON – UJA’s Sarah and Chaim Neuberger Holocaust Education Centre has launched Hatepedia.ca, an important new resource in Canadian efforts to combat antisemitism and all forms of hate.

“Countering the rise of online ha…

UJA Federation Welcomes Federal Investment in Toronto Holocaust Museum

Toronto, ON – The Government of Canada has announced a significant investment of more than $2.5 million in UJA Federation’s Toronto Holocaust Museum, a decision that was met with appreciation and applause from Toronto’s Jewish community.

“We are grateful for this exceptional investm…

Shavuot and the Ideas that Sustain Us

On Saturday night, Jews around the world will gather for the tradition of overnight learning that takes place on the first night of Shavuot, the festival where we celebrate the giving of the Torah to the Jewish people.

This special holiday reflects the centrality of the Torah to our collect…

Update: How our Walk with Israel is Empowering Israelis

Each year, thousands of community members unite for the Walk with Israel to show their support and solidarity, and to raise funds to help make Israel a better home for all. Last year, the timing of the Walk coincided with a wave of terrorism targeting Israel in May. UJA quickly shifted focus…