January 25, 2019 | 19 Sh'vat 5779

Been on a Birthright trip? Looking to go? Fly into Schanks South on Tuesday, January 29 at 7pm and compete in the Schanks Olympics for some great prizes! First drink is on us, and if you bring someone who is eligible for Birthright you both get a second drink for free! This event is open to past and future participants.

Questions about Birthright? 

Hillel and Canada Israel Experience will be hosting information lunches from 11am to 1pm with Jesse Primerano at MRU (Wykham House Room Z306) on Tuesday, January 29 and at U of C (Mac Hall Clubs Space 7) on Wednesday, January 30. Open to potential participants and parents. For info email Danielle Braitman.

Akiva Academy is hosting an Open House February 4 to 8. As a Jewish day school for pre-school to grade 9 students, this is a wonderful opportunity for you to explore Akiva Academy and meet the teachers. Please confirm your attendance with the school directly by calling 403-258-1312, and to schedule a tour.

On January 20, Kesher organized an inclusive Tu B'Shevat Seder led by Cantor Russ Jayne from Beth Tzedec Congregation. Thank you to Cantor Russ for this wonderful experience as he shared the meaning of Tu B'Shevat. Kesher participants learned about the importance of mindfulness, taking care of the environment, the new year of the trees, and celebrating diversity as part of Judaism's roots. Building an inclusive community is a priority. Contact us and we will make every effort to meet your needs. For more information email Karina Szulc or call 403-444-3158.

Calgary BBYO hosted a visit from Jessica Burke, the Manager of Community Training and Campus Advocacy for our partner, CIJA (The Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs), this past November. Jessica presented a formal program about antisemitism and then engaged students in a round-table talk about experiences in their schools and sports communities.  BBYO participants left feeling understood and supported. The Holocaust and Human Rights Education department of Federation will be following up with individual students to create educational opportunities to combat antisemitism in schools.  Email Ilana Krygier Lapides for more information.