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In Our Jewish Community

Toronto has an abundance of Jewish events, both live and online.

If you would like an event listed here, please send an email for consideration 

Several community resources are also listed below.

Canadian Pushing the Boundaries Conference: Disability, Inclusion and Jewish Community - Monday & Tuesday, May 5/6, Prosserman JCC

This conference offers the chance to connect, learn, and grow alongside passionate individuals who are shaping the future of disability inclusion within Jewish communities. The event is designed to be open and accessible to everyone, regardless of background or experience.

Over two dynamic days, you’ll:

  • Learn from over 60 incredible speakers who are leaders in disability advocacy, inclusion, and Jewish community engagement.
    Expand your knowledge with more than 15 informative sessions, covering topics such as housing, mental health, community participation, and much more.
    Collaborate and network with like-minded individuals, exchanging ideas and solutions that can create real, lasting change.
    Be part of something bigger—join a community committed to breaking barriers and pushing boundaries in the pursuit of a more inclusive world.

This is your opportunity to expand your knowledge, build lasting connections, and make an impact that can positively influence both your personal and professional life.

Click HERE to learn more and register.

Kvelebration - Wednesday, May 7 - 7:30 PM (PST) - 10:30 PM (EST) - In person at Temple Beth Sholom in Vancouver, Live-streaming option will be available

This concert features cantorial leaders from across Canada, including our Hazzanit Tara Abrams. Solos, duets, small and larger ensemble pieces will all be performed, and the evening promises to be very special.

For additional details, click HERE

There will be a recording sent afterwards to those who purchase online tickets.

Reflecting Together: Interfaith Families & The Holocaust - Wednesday, May 7 - 7 PM - Toronto Holocaust Museum

This is a unique program designed for interfaith, multi-faith, and multi-heritage individuals, families, and couples to discuss how we honour and process history together. Attendees will be introduced to the Museum’s approach, exploring powerful liberation and immigration stories, especially as we reflect on the 80th anniversary of the defeat of Nazi Germany. We will also be having a reflective discussion, led by Rabbi Denise Handlarski, of how we process history from our unique perspectives in the context of today.

Click HERE for additional information.

Harold Green Jewish Theatre Company, Koffler Arts & Tanenbaum CHAT present "The Children's Republic" - misc dates below, Greenwin Theatre OR Koffler Gallery

THE CHILDREN’S REPUBLIC

Written by Hannah Moscovitch | Directed by Richard Rose

This compelling play tells the story of Dr. Janusz Korczak, a renowned Polish-Jewish educator, author, and pediatrician who ran an orphanage in the Warsaw Ghetto during World War II. The Children’s Republic dramatizes his heroic efforts to protect and nurture his children in the face of unimaginable adversity, highlighting themes of children’s rights, resilience, and hope amidst one of the darkest periods in history. The Children’s Republic offers a vital counter-narrative. Dr. Korczak’s unwavering belief in the dignity, strength, and moral agency of children is a timeless lesson in empathy and human rights. His legacy helped inspire the modern-day UN Convention on the Rights of the Child.

 

EVENING PERFORMANCE

There is an evening performance of The Children's Republic Thursday, May 8 @  7 PM -  Greenwin Theatre (5040 Yonge St) North York. Tickets are available HERE if you'd like to join us for that show. There will be a post-show reception. We'd be so grateful if you could share this with the community.

 

MATINEE PERFORMANCES

These performances are at no charge. Please fill out the google form HERE to register for any of these dates.

 

Performance Dates & Locations:

1. Meridian Arts Centre – Greenwin Theatre (5040 Yonge St., North York):

Wednesday, May 7: 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM

Thursday, May 8: 1:00 PM

Friday, May 9: 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM

 

2. Koffler Gallery (180 Shaw St., Toronto):

Wednesday, May 14: 1:00 PM

Thursday, May 15: 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM

Friday, May 16: 10:00 AM & 1:00 PM

The Canadian Jewish Playwriting Competition - submission deadline Sunday, May 25

The Canadian Jewish Playwriting Competition recognizes the most outstanding, unproduced, Canadian plays with a Jewish focus.  

The winning playwright will receive $1,000 (CDN) and an 8-hour CAEA workshop with a director and up to six actors. This workshop concludes with a public reading. Generously supported by the Asper Foundation. 

The 2025 competition is co-presented by Bema Productions (British Columbia), The Winnipeg Jewish Theatre (Manitoba), The Harold Green Jewish Theatre Company (Ontario), and The Segal Centre for the Performing Arts (Quebec). 

Click HERE for additional details

Tikkun Leil Shavuot - MNJCC - 750 Spadina Avenue - Sunset to Sunrise (sessions run throughout the night)

Celebrate Shavuot with an unforgettable all-nighter filled with Jewish learning, connection, and community.  

🕯️ 50+ sessions | 🎤 Inspiring Speakers | 🚪 Doors-Open Judaism 🎶 Communal Song | 🧠 Big Ideas |  📖 Torah Learning | ✡️ Culture & History 🍰 Endless Eats | ☕ Bottomless Coffee 

Click HERE to learn more and to register.

UJA Walk with Israel 2025 - Sunday, May 25 - Save the Date

Click HERE for additional details.

JF&CS (Jewish Family & Child Services) - Groups & Workshops

JF&CS groups and workshops explore many topics including life skills, marriage preparation, parenting, bereavement, relationships, employment, separation, and divorce.

They attempt to help families and individuals resolve problems in daily life situations before they escalate to a crisis level. All programs are conducted by professional facilitators. Click HERE to learn more.

Jewish Grandparent Network - Upcoming Events

Background - The Jewish Grandparents Network (JGN) was established to educate, connect, and support grandparents as essential partners in enriching Jewish life. Their website offers many resources and ideas on strengthening this unique relationship. Click HERE for additional information on upcoming events.

Chai Life Canada - Crisis Intervention Team

 If you are interested in volunteering for this program, click HERE for additional information.

JACS Toronto: Addiction & Mental Health Support Services

JACS (Jewish Addiction Community Services) Toronto provides comprehensive care and support to community members struggling with addictions and related mental health concerns. With no waitlist for care, we support every individual in need. JACS is committed to providing comprehensive care and support to every individual in need, irrespective of their background or financial status. We take pride in offering immediate, barrier-free access to our services, ensuring there is no waitlist for care. Additionally, we provide sliding-scale options for those experiencing financial hardship—an uncommon offering in healthcare. Central to our approach is delivering care through a trauma-informed lens, meeting clients where they are, and ensuring our support is responsive and sensitive to each client's unique circumstances.

If you're concerned about a loved one or unsure about yourself, contact us at: info@jacstoronto.org, or at 416.638.0350.  For more information about JACS Toronto visit: http://www.jacstoronto.org.

Fri, May 2 2025 4 Iyar 5785