Posts by Aviva Rubin-Schneider
Looking back at the Impact of the Jewish Community on Cape Breton
Miners became peddlers, peddlers became shop owners, and the retail business districts of the four communities eventually came to be dominated by Jewish merchants. https://www.capebretonpost.com/news/local/looking-back-on-jewish-communitys-impact-on-life-in-cape-breton-291378/
Read More“Dangerous Enemy Sympathizers” Book Launch Event − May 13, 7-9pm, Provincial Archives of New Brunswick
Please join author Andrew Theobald at the Provincial Archives of New Brunswick, 23 Dineen Dr, Fredericton for the launch of his new book “Dangerous Enemy Sympathizers” beginning at 7 P.M. J. Brent Wilson, Editor Emeritus of the New Brunswick Military Heritage Project, and Ed Caissie, Curator/Chairperson of the New Brunswick Internment Camp Museum, will be…
Read MoreThe AJC’s Yom Ha’atzmaut Carnival 5779 – May 9th, 4:30pm, Isleville Park
Come celebrate Israel’s 71st birthday at the AJC’s family-friendly yom-ha’atzmaut carnival! When: Thursday May 9th, 2019 | 4:30pm-8:00pm Where: Isleville Park, 3460 Isleville Street (the park entrance is at the corner of Isleville & Sebastian) What: A carnival full of Israeli music, carnival games, a bouncy castle, lots of food, and of, course, birthday cake!…
Read MoreCanadian Fund for the Victims of Poway
In the wake of Saturday’s tragic shooting in Poway, California, Jewish Federations of Canada – UIA – our parent organization – has set up a fund for Canadians who wish to donate in support of the victims and their families. Funds raised will be distributed through the Jewish Federation of San Diego County to support…
Read MoreIsraeli Wine Available in the HRM For Passover
WINES FROM ISRAEL FOR PASSOVER Yarden brand Israeli Kosher for Passover wines are definitely available in Metro Halifax for the Holidays. Both the Yarden Hermon Red and the Yarden Hermon White are available at seven NSLC outlets in Metro: The Port, Bayers Lake, Portland Street, Mill Cove, Larry Uteck, Fall River, and Tantallon. Also in…
Read MoreBirthright Orientation Session – April 24, 5:30 PM
Wednesday, April 24 Hillel House – 1480 Oxford st 5:30pm Kosher for Passover snacks will be provided
Read MoreWe’re Hiring a Student for May & June!
We are currently looking to hire a student for most of May and June to help out around our office and work on our exciting Online Jewish Archives project! Eligibility: The applicant must be a full-time student in an accredited post-secondary institution or a graduating grade 12 student. The student must be a permanent resident…
Read MoreHalifax Yom Hashoah Memorial Service May 1, 7:30 PM
Date: Wednesday, May 1, 7:30PM Location: Canadian Museum of Immigration at Pier 21 | 1055 Marginal Road| Keynote speaker: Ellin Bessner, author of Double Threat: Canadian Jews, the Military and WWII Program includes: a memorial candle-lighting ceremony, with a reception and book signing to follow. Presented in partnership with the Canadian Museum of Immigration at…
Read MoreMasa’s Yom Hazikharon Facebook Live Broadcast, May 7th, 1:00 – 2:30 PM
Yom Hazikharon is one of those times when we are challenged with curating opportunities on this side of the ocean, to share the intensity of emotions alongside Israel. One of the most meaningful, powerful and professional ceremonies taking place in Israel every year on Yom Hazikharon is that of the Jewish Agency’s Masa Israel Journey.…
Read MoreThe PEI Jewish Community is planned for the Second Seder Night, April 20th, 5:30 PM
Date: Saturday April 20 Time: (Doors open)5:30 pm- 9:00 pm (Seder starts at 6:00 PM ish) Location: York Community Centre, York Road (Route 25) Direction: From St. Peters Rd and The bypass go North on St. Peters Rd. Travel 4.4 km turn left at highway 25 ( near Jewels Garden Centre) go 11 km York Community center is on the left,…
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