General News
Applications for Canadian Birthright Trip Leaders for the 2021 Season are now OPEN
Must be 21 or older, live in Canada, and have been to Israel before Interested in leading a Birthright Israel trip in 2021? Your chance is here!Applications for the Madrichim In Training program are now being accepted! Don’t miss out on your chance to be part of our award-winning cohort of leaders!For more information about this unique…
Read MoreProud feeling mutual for the Novacks
John DeMont, The Chronicle Herald, published June 20th, 2020
Read MorePier 21’s Canada Day Music Video
Featuring Leon Dubinsky & Family singing “We Rise Again” Pier 21’s special Canada Day music video brought so many of us together, even while apart! The video features a performance by Leon Dubinsky and family as well as a group rendition/medley of his famous song: “We Rise Again“.The AJC was proud to partner with Pier 21 and sponsor…
Read MoreDo you know someone in the Atlantic region who needs help right now?
Please reach out to Naomi at executivedirector@theajc.ca. We have assistance available for those in our community who need help right now, whether it be help running errands, getting groceries, or needing financial assistance in these unprecedented times.
Read MoreUrgent Help Required for COVID-19: Take Action Now!
Now, more than ever, charities, non-profits, and social service agencies are essential.They help the most vulnerable in our society — the elderly, people with disabilities, victims of violence, the socially isolated, those facing food insecurity, those struggling with mental illness, the homeless, the list goes on. Meeting the needs of these populations during the best…
Read MoreA Search for Jewish-Designed Homes from the 1950s and 1960s
Dr. Gerald L. Pocius, Senior Research Fellow at Cape Breton University, is researching mid-century modern homes in the Sydney-Cape Breton area, built in the 1950s and 60s by Jewish professionals. These were often architect-designed homes, following the latest ranch house fashions of their day. Pocius’ work has focused so far on four houses on Howe Street (built by…
Read MoreJoel Pink Recognized for Prestigious Career
Last month, community member Joel Pink was recognized in an article in Halifax Magazine for his 50-year career as a criminal defense attorney. We send our congratulations to Joel, and invite the community to read Avery Mullen’s article by clicking here.
Read MoreCommunity member Shimon Walt featured on Dalhousie University’s “We Are Dal”
Shimon Walt, an accomplished musician and a professor in Dalhousie University’s Fountain School of Performing Arts, has been featured in Dalhousie University’s “We Are Dal” profiles. We are so pleased for Shimon, and invite you to read his reflections on his life and career by clicking here.
Read MorePEIJC High Holy Day Events
The PEI Jewish Community is celebrating the High Holy Days through the events listed below. Please bring a folding chair for the prayer services. 1. Rosh Hashanah (and potluck; dairy, vegetarian, or meat dishes are all okay. Please bring your own serving dishes and serving utensils) – Monday September 30 at 10:30 am promptly 2. Kol…
Read MoreUnveiling for Dr Sheldon Rubin and for Dr David Rubin – August 18, at the Moncton Jewish Cemetery
On Sunday, August 18, probably late in the morning (more details to come) Unveiling for Dr Sheldon Rubin and for Dr David Rubin, at the cemetery.
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