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Shalom Magazine Spring 2020

Please find below a link to our Spring 2020 edition of Shalom Magazine. If you would rather receive Shalom Magazine in hard copy, please remember you can subscribe by clicking here. We apologize that the paper copies of this edition of Shalom Magazine did not contain pages 19-22. Our printers are reprinting the magazines, and…

The AJC’s Anti-Black Racism Statement and List of Resources & Jewish Community Initiatives

Dear Community Members, The Atlantic Jewish Council remains committed to our Jewish values of Pikuach Nefesh and Tikkun Olam, and our shared responsibility to combat all forms of hate and discrimination. We stand steadfast with our friends and neighbours of the Black Community of Atlantic Canada in both denouncing anti-Black racism and urgently supporting collective efforts…

We’re looking for volunteers to make some calls!

We’re trying to connect with every single person in the community, to make they are ok during the COVID-19 crisis. Are you willing to volunteer to make some calls? Contact Naomi at executivedirector@theajc.ca!

Do 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.

Passover Food Update

Halifax Queen Street Sobey’s The Sobey’s on Queen Street has kosher for Passover food. The dry goods are located between the seafood and bakery departments. You won’t miss the big display of matzoh. The kosher for Passover dairy and meat are located at the back-right corner of the store. Joseph Howe Drive Superstore The Superstore…

Urgent 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…

The AJC Offices have Transitioned to Working Remotely

In an attempt to better practice social distancing, the AJC staff will be working remotely. However, we want to make it clear that we are still open and here to support this community. Please feel free to reach out to us if we can help you in any way: Naomi Rosenfeld, Executive Director: 902-422-7493 or executivedirector@theajc.ca Edna…

Jewish Community Event Cancellations

Due to the ongoing situation in the world, the following events have been postponed or cancelled: PJ Library Get Together Grants (however, PJ Library will still process reports/reimbursements for any events that took place before March 17th, 2020). All May AND June 2020 Birthright Israel Trips The 2020 International March of the Living All events planned at the Saint…

St. John’s, Newfoundland – Passover Order 2020

Passover Order 2020 – PROPOSAL Dear friends, It’s time to place our order for Passover foods. We must order the items by the CASE, so if the numbers do not warrant, we cannot order the item. PLEASE RESPOND BEFORE FRIDAY, MARCH 6, 2020 by email to Daniel Taieb, at Daniel.taieb.pro@gmail.com Payment is required in advance…

Hamantaschen Now Available for Sale @ the Shaar

Hamantaschen are now available! Choose from traditional fruit, chocolate chip, poppy seed, jam or assorted, @ $10.00 per dozen. Interested? Contact Tamara during regular office hours.