A Life-Changing Journey to Poland and Israel

“The whole journey is so memorable that it can’t be replaced by any book or movie,” is what Kim Godfrey shared when asked about her experience as a chaperone on the 2023 March of the Living High School program.

Her participation was the fulfilment of a long-held desire to go on the M…

Political Strife in Israel: How UJA is Taking Action

 

Like many in our community, we are alarmed by rising political tensions in Israel and what it means for Israelis, as well as Jews worldwide. Today, we’re updating you on UJA’s approach to this serious challenge.

 

On the one hand, watching the news from Israel and seeing a nation…

New Arena in York Region in Honour of Honey and Barry Sherman z”l

Toronto, ON — Today, UJA Federation of Greater Toronto is announcing the creation of the Honey and Barry Memorial Arena, which will be connected to the Schwartz/Reisman Centre in Vaughan. Through a historic donation, this new state-of-the-art arena will pay tribute to Honey and Barry Sherm…

Get Set to Visit a Museum Like No Other

Torontonians will soon have access to a world-class resource for countering antisemitism and hate in all its forms.

On Friday, June 9th, UJA’s Toronto Holocaust Museum will open to the public. It will be a destination for all to explore this important and difficult chapter of history. Th…

Israelis Under Attack: How We're Helping

Canada House Community Center. Sderot, Israel. May 11, 2023.

This has been a difficult week for our global Jewish family. We’re writing today to update you on what’s happened and how our Toronto Jewish community is helping.

Over the past two days, terrorists in Gaza have fired more tha…