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An Israeli bond that spans borders

Jewish Edmonton’s support for Israel grows stronger than ever. The partnership between the Jewish Federation of Edmonton and Tel-Hai College, now the University of the Galilee, stands as a shining beacon of the strengthened ties with Israel. 

In light of October 7 events, Michal Raikin, …

Israeli dancing demonstrates collaboration at Heritage Festival

Music fills the air and costumed dancers take to the stage. The group flows as one while a crowd gathers to watch and learn about the culture before them. Applause echoes once the dance ends. This is the scene that has been happening almost every year at the Israel Pavilion at Heritage Festi…

Marshall Hundert excited to manage new JCC redevelopment

The new Jewish Community Centre (JCC) project is underway. In June, extensive consultations took place where community members shared their recommendations with JCC architects. Some suggestions were wild; an outdoor beach or a livestock farm with goats and chickens were exciting ideas but fac…

Becky Wosk’s journey to Earl Parker Award and beyond

This year’s winner of the Earl Parker Award for Jewish Film, Becky Wosk, wasted no time in throwing her hat into the ring. Upon hearing about the award from her mentor, Jonas Quastel, who is a Langara Film Arts Program director, she promptly submitted her entry for the competition.   

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JCC architects aim to envision the design based on a user's journey

Dina Moustafa and Michael de Wolf of Mode Architecture Inc. are excited to meet members of Edmonton’s Jewish community as they learn what are the needs for the future Jewish Community Centre (JCC). Mode was commissioned to oversee the design of the building's rehabilitation at 14205 – 10…