Welcome to the JFED e-weekly
 
June 18th, 2021, 8th of Tammuz

Candle lighting times:

Friday, June 18th 2021 - 9:49 pm Shabbat begins
Saturday, June 19th, 2021 - 11:32 pm Shabbat ends

PROGRAMS OF THE JEWISH FEDERATION OF EDMONTON

UPCOMING PROGRAMS
Israel’s New Government:
What Can We Expect—and Can it Survive?
A Webinar with David Horovitz, Editor, Times of Israel
Moderated by Jeff Schoenfeld, JFNA’s Chair of the Israel & Overseas Committee
 
After a series of four inconclusive elections over the last two years, Israel finally has a new government – one of the most diverse in history – but one that will face many challenges to its longevity.

Join us for an in-depth analysis by Times of Israel Editor David Horovitz of how Prime Minister Naftali Bennett and his Cabinet will reshape the political landscape, and the impact of this newly formed government on policy toward Iran, issues of religion and state, relations with the Diaspora, and so much more.
 
MONDAY, JUNE 21, 10:00 AM (MT)
Israelis Weigh In: A Deep Dive Into JPPI’s Pluralism Index

Federations work to strengthen Israeli society – to support a caring, vibrant, inclusive and secure country. Join the Jewish People Policy Institute (JPPI) as we delve into two issues from their 2021 Pluralism Index – religious diversity and Arab-Jewish relations – through the lens of Israeli public opinion. And learn how we can use this data to inform our communities’ strategic investment in Israel and in the Israelis.

WEDNESAY, JUNE 23, 10:00 AM (MT)
Congratulations to our Strategic Planing Survey Contest Winners!

Thanks to all who entered the Contest through our survey! We’re happy to announce the $50 Starbucks or Amazon Cards goes to: Matt Dance, Christinah Reboh, Sandy Litman and Mettannah Jacobson.

If you’re not already, make sure you’re following us on instagram, Twitter & facebook! You never know when the next chance to win will be!

Are you in your 20's? Are you a newcomer who moved here in the last 3 years?
We have a focus group for you! Email us at stratplan@edjfed.org participants will receive $10 Starbucks gift cards!
The Centre For Israel and Jewish Affairs
We are experiencing an alarming spike in antisemitism in Canada. If you don’t act, who will?

Inaction increases the chance that Jewish children will face a future of fear in their neighborhoods, their schools, and community institutions.

You can, you must, do something about it.

The Jewish Federations of North America
Changemakers Launch – More than 800 applications have been received with 700 incredible young leaders accepted for our June 7-24 and July 12-29 sessions. 
We are grateful to all of the Federations and the 30+ global partner organizations for partnering with us on an outstanding recruitment effort. We encourage you to join
a core session this summer in order to observe the program. Core sessions take place Mon-Thurs, 12:30-1:45 PM ET. If you’d like to see the schedule and join one of the sessions, please contact Rachel Shtern, 
The Jewish Agency For Israel
Who We Are? Meet The Jewish Agency for Israel
Holocaust Education Committee
The installation of the Anne Frank Statue will take place on August 8, 2021. Read more

Did you miss our Yom HaShoah Commemoration event? You can watch it here!
Hillel
What's New @ Hillel U? Read more

Hillel supports Jewish students on campus.
Click here for more information on Hillel.
EJCCF
The Edmonton Jewish Community Charitable Foundation (EJCCF) helps people support Jewish causes that are important to them. Read more
Jewish Free Loan Edmonton
Jewish Free Loan Edmonton grants interest-free loans to members of the Edmonton Jewish Community who are in need of temporary financial assistance. Read more
HaKol
Our latest publication (Vol 8, #2) Download PDF format or View Flipbook. If you would like a hard copy of Hakol, email us at info@edjfed.org
PJ Library

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

Chabad
CAMP GAN ISRAEL - IN PERSON!

CAMP GAN ISRAEL - IN PERSON! Safe. Fun. Jewish.
 
Camp calendar is now on our website! Visit https://www.chabadedmonton.org/1535811 to view! 

2 trips per week! Swimming 3 times per week!
 
Sports! Theme Days! Crafts! Kids in the Kitchen! Electives! Special Activities! Woodworking! Extended care! Snack and Lunch included! (All activities are AHS permitting)
 
3 tiered, "choose your own price bracket" camp fees!
For more info and to register visit www.ChabadEdmonton.org or contact Devorah at 780 994-4770

Camp Gan Israel is looking to hire! 
 
Fulltime (35 hours a week) and part time (12 hours a week) positions available, minimum wage. 
Applicant would need to be eligible to be on the Canada Summer Jobs Program (Canadian or permanent resident, and between the ages of 16 and 30, inclusive). Positions available in these areas: Office, Custodial, Kitchen, Art director, Driver (over 25 only, with 5+ years of experience)

Please email Devorah@chabadedmonton.org with your information and references.
Jewish National Fund
Talmud Torah
Click here to visit our website.
Na'amat
Enriching the lives of women and children in Israel since 1925. View our website, follow us on Facebook or Click here for our upcoming events.
BBYO
If you missed this year's fundraiser, you can fill out this form to receive email notifications for next year's event.
 

If you are in grades 9 through 12 and interested in joining BBYO, please Contact us to learn more.
Jewish Family Services

While provincial government Covid restrictions and lock downs are easing COVID exposure continues to affect us on a daily basis. To protect ourselves, our families and our entire community getting registered for vaccinations and getting vaccinated remains a priority for many people. However, receiving this service can be quite difficult and time consuming and JFS is here to help. By calling our office and sharing some basic information with our staff they can set up an appointment for you at a suitable location. We are here to help you deal with any issues and concerns that can be stressful in managing the health care system, seniors benefits program, and CPP concerns.
For assistance please contact Rhonda at JFS 780-454-1194 ext. 227 or seniors@jfse.org
Camp BB Riback
Our Covid Relief Campaign was an incredible success because of you. We are transitioning into the future with our revitalization initiative and our new monthly giving plans. Read more

Click here to check out the Camp website.
JAHSENA - Jewish Archives and Historical Society of Edmonton and Northern Alberta
Preserving the history of the Edmonton Jewish Community from generation to generation.

Click here to visit the website.
Click here for our Facebook page.
CHW - Edmonton
CHW Cards for every occasion! Help support programs and services for Children, Healthcare, and Women in Israel and Canada! To order your cards, call 403-253-4612 or place your order online at chw.ca/cards
JDIC Seniors' Centre
For more info Click here

Schmooze and News Click here to read our latest newsletter.
NCJW - Edmonton

The National Council of Jewish Women - ensuring the rights of women, children, and the disabled.
Visit our website
ORT - Edmonton

Providing Education and Training in communities worldwide. For more information contact Phyllis Nurgitz at mazel@shaw.ca or 780-483-1781. Click here for more info
Beth Ora Congregation
We are hiring! See job description
Please check out our website or Facebook for services and upcoming programs
Beth Israel
Visit our website
Beth Shalom
Click here to join our Facebook page.
Chevra Kadisha
Chevra Kadisha
Funeral Announcements Notification CHANGE: 
 
The Chevra Kadisha Society will limit funeral announcements to the name of the deceased, location of funeral, and private. Once covid-19 restrictions are lifted, the date and time of the funeral can be included. The Jewish Federation of Edmonton will continue to provide this email distribution service to the Chevra Kadisha Society. See updated policy 

Letter to the community from the Chevra Kadisha

Click here for the cemetery website.

To sign up for funeral announcements, please email us at info@edjfed.org

Funerals will be restricted to graveside only.
Community Calendar
Check out the community's upcoming events and add your organizations to the calendar. The community calendar is an important tool which helps our community organizations plan their events. Please be sure to use the calendar tool and add all of your organizations events on an ongoing basis. For more information please contact Tal at talt@edjfed.org
GRAPEVINE
Vibe Israel
The exhibition is an artistic digital project by Beit HaNasi - The President's Office and Vibe Israel. It is rooted in the President's "Four Tribes" speech, and his flagship program, Israeli Hope. The exhibition shines a light on the strength of the partnerships between the different groups in Israeli society and the Jewish communities abroad (the “Fifth Tribe”) through exceptional and inspirational real-life stories. The exhibition will be featured in the Tel-Aviv Ben Gurion International Airport until the end of 2021.
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