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Soloway JCC marks 75 years with celebration, reflection, and hope

For 75 years, the JCC has been at the heart of Jewish life in Ottawa — a place where generations have gathered, connected, and built community. Now, as it marks this milestone anniversary, you are invited to celebrate not just its history, but the people and moments that have shaped it.

Israeli Film Festival to bring new voices and stories to Ottawa

The Israeli Film Festival is returning to the Soloway JCC (SJCC) for its 23rd year this June, bringing with it a vibrant celebration of contemporary Israeli cinema, offering audiences a chance to experience some of the newest and most compelling films coming out of Israel today. 

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BBYO returns to Ottawa, creating a hub for Jewish teen life

A new chapter in Jewish teen engagement is unfolding in Ottawa with the revival of BBYO, a global youth movement that empowers young people to build community, leadership skills, and a strong sense of Jewish identity.

Led locally with the support of BBYO Ontario, the program has re-emerged …

From the Vault: The Zodiac Murals

By Teigan Goldsmith Hitsman

Imagine you’re walking through the front doors of the Soloway JCC (SJCC). You walk into the open-air foyer and hear conversation, children playing and laughing, and you can hear the choir singing in the Social Hall. The SJCC is abuzz, and you take a moment to t…

How the Ottawa Kosher Food Bank is preparing for Passover

As Passover approaches, Jewish families across Ottawa are preparing for one of the most meaningful holidays of the year. However, for many in the community, the cost of celebrating Passover can be a significant burden. That’s where the Ottawa Kosher Food Bank (OKFB) steps in.

Under the le…