In Our Jewish Community

Since October 7, you’ve likely experienced a profoundly unsettling feeling in even your closest circles: Denial, dismissal, and distortion of our lived experience as Jews. You know it’s real, but others act like it’s not.

You’re not alone – and you’re not imagining it.

It’s called traumatic invalidation, a real and recognized psychological phenomenon.

Join Dr. Miri Bar-Halpern as we come together as a community for a powerful presentation to name what is happening, understand its impact and explore how we begin to heal. This program will be of interest to all in our community including educators, parents, and anyone who feels their Jewish identity and well-being have been impacted.

Cost is $18 payable at the registration link below. Refreshments will be served. Click HERE to register.

In this exclusive event, Marsha Lederman takes to the Al Green Theatre stage to discuss her hotly anticipated new book, October 7th: Searching for the Humanitarian Middle, a powerful exploration of the emotional and political aftermath of that tragedy and its ongoing implications for the Jewish diaspora.

Joining Mark Medley, Deputy Editor of The Globe and Mail’s Opinion section, to discuss this timely and important book with Toronto audiences for the very first time, Lederman will lead a nuanced and deeply personal conversation, offering insight, empathy, and reflection on one of the most complex issues of our time.

Copies of October 7th: Searching for the Humanitarian Middle will be available for purchase at the event. 

Click HERE to purchase tickets.

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.

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.