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The Organization

The Atlantic Jewish Council (AJC) has been the cornerstone of Jewish life in the Atlantic Canadian provinces (Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, PEI, and Newfoundland & Labrador) since 1975, acting as the organized Jewish community’s representative and program/service provider for non-religious matters.

Headquartered in Halifax, with a staff complement of five full-time and three part-time employees as well as the support of over 100 volunteers across Atlantic Canada, the AJC works to advance strategic priorities.

The Atlantic Jewish Community

The Atlantic Jewish Community is a small but vibrant, historic, and engaged community of 4,000 – 5,000 Jews with a mix of diverse age ranges including a large baby-boomer population and a growing population of children and young adults. There is also a group of immigrant families from Israel, many of whom were originally from the Former Soviet Union, who have settled in the region over the past decade. There are two synagogues in Halifax (Conservative & Orthodox) and several others across the region including one in each of Fredericton, Moncton, Saint John, Sydney, and St. John’s Newfoundland. There are also additional Jewish community organizations in Prince Edward Island and St. John’s, as well as Chabad Houses in Halifax and St. John’s. The region’s only historical Jewish historical museum is located in Saint John, NB. Camp Kadimah, an internationally renowned Jewish overnight camp which is owned and operated by the AJC, is located in Barss Corner, Nova Scotia and offers a Zionist camp experience to youth from the Atlantic communities as well as across Canada and around the world.

About Halifax

The AJC is headquartered in Halifax, Nova Scotia, a charming city on the East Coast of Canada with a vibrant Jewish community of approximately 2,000 – 3,000 people.  An affordable, mid-sized city on Canada’s east coast with a population of almost 500,000, Halifax is known for its friendly, welcoming residents, beautiful scenery on the Atlantic Ocean, and an easy-going atmosphere that’s ideal for a balanced lifestyle far from the more frantic pace of larger cities. 

Halifax has a blend of history and modern conveniences, is progressive and combines affordability with world-class experiences.  Halifax welcomes thousands of young professionals and newcomers every year who fall in love with the east coast lifestyle. Its approachable size creates a tight-knit community. Housing prices are considerably less than most large centres in both Canada and the United States and the low crime rate and shorter commute times contribute to an enviable lifestyle. Halifax offers excellent housing opportunities, including apartments and condominiums for young professionals who want to live within walking distance to work as well as larger homes for families.  Home to a community college and 5 exceptional universities, including medical and law schools, Nova Scotia has a thriving education and professional community. 

No matter where you are in Halifax, you are never far from the ocean. The commercial heart of Halifax is on the water, along with one of the world’s longest harbourfront boardwalks. It’s only a short getaway from downtown to scenic coastal villages like Peggy’s Cove. Enjoy water sports like sailing, paddling, deep-sea fishing and surfing. Halifax is considered a global destination for cold water surfing. Halifax has a moderate winter climate which also allows for activities including skiing and skating.