Stories

UJA’s Centennial Journey to Israel: A Journey 100 years in the making

It’s hard to deny that a 100-year anniversary – the Centennial anniversary – is a rare feat, and one worth celebrating to its fullest.

From October 31 to November 8, 2017, that is exactly what UJA Federation will be doing as it celebrates its one-hundredth year of providing leadership…

Meet Simon Wolle, Director of Camp Northland B'nai Brith

By Samantha Goldsilver-- Simon Wolle is a skilled professional, dynamic Jewish educator, trainer, communicator, coach, athlete, musician, boater, husband, parent of three, and a true Jewish Community leader. 

In the 1980s, Simon and I were both campers at Northland B’nai Brith, though we…

A Message from Adam Minsky, UJA's President & CEO

As I write this message, my first as UJA Federation’s President and CEO, I do so with great pride and a sense of optimism as this organization approaches its Centennial anniversary.
 
I am proud to take on this role, a role that will allow me to continue the vital and visionary work of my…

Time to Pass the Torch

After two extremely fulfilling years on the job as UJA Federation’s President and CEO, it is time to pass the torch to Adam Minsky; a dynamic leader who I am confident will propel UJA Federation into its second century with vigor, creativity and integrity.

Over $500,000 contributed to support Fort McMurray Wildfire Relief

The Canadian Jewish community contributed over half a million dollars through the organized Federation system in support of victims of the recent Fort McMurray wildfires.

Jewish Federations of Canada – UIA (JFC-UIA) is proud to announce that $500,000 was contributed by the Canadian Jewish…