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Federation provides vital link to Jewish peoplehood

Jewish Peoplehood—the enduring concept that we are one people, dispersed since the destruction of the Temple and yet deeply connected throughout the diaspora and to our brothers and sisters in Israel—has resonated strongly with me this week. It is a reminder that across time and geograph…

Laying foundations for our partnership region in the future

The Coast-to-Coast Federation partner communities have returned to Etzba HaGalil this week to continue building relationships. CEO Stacey Leavitt-Wright, Federation Co-President Benaron Gleiberman, Partnership2Gether chair Erin Wright are representing Jewish Federation of Edmonton, along wit…

Your voice counts in our Jewish community

Imagine being a 10-year-old child right now, with an awareness of rising antisemitism—and then a powerful adult leaning in and looking you in the eye to say, “You are so lucky. What a wonderful time to be Jewish.” 

What incredible words for our children to hear from a special guest, …

What do you envision for Jewish Edmonton?

At the end of Deuteronomy, Moses doesn't get to the promised land. We don't get a perfect ending but with the start of the Torah, we get a fresh start, another opportunity to create the world we want to see. This perspective is from Rabbi Angela Buchdahl of Central Synagogue during a podcast…

Standing together: United in strength, guided by hope

Friends,

As we witnessed the long-awaited return of the hostages held in Gaza, our hearts are filled with a mix of relief, gratitude, and profound sorrow. Today is a day of hope and, we pray, the beginning of healing for the hostages, their families and all of Israel.

Today we rejoice as t…