Last month, the Ottawa Jewish Community School (OJCS) announced the appointment of its new Head of School, Dr. Laura Segall.
Dr. Segall will assume the role in July 2026, in time for the 2026–2027 academic year. She brings decades of Jewish educational leadership experience, most recently…
An exhibit highlighting the rich Jewish history of Ottawa’s ByWard Market reached an impressive milestone at the Ontario Legislative Building in Queen’s Park, welcoming more than 50,000 visitors between May and December 2025.
Curated by Teigan Goldsmith Hitsman, Archivist at the Ottawa …
Hillel Ottawa’s Kol Yisrael program is helping Jewish students at local post-secondary institutions explore Israel’s complexity through education and dialogue.
The initiative, offered by Hillel International, offers a variety of thematic sessions led by educators and fellows to foster…
By Teigan Goldsmith Hitsman
Each November, Holocaust Education Month calls upon us to remember and ensure that the lessons of the Holocaust are never forgotten. This year, we reflect on the life and legacy of Elly Bollegraaf z“l, a child survivor who died earlier this year. Her dedication…
The Soloway JCC (SJCC) will hold its “Open House Week” at the beginning of December and will offer numerous classes, programs, and activities for all ages. Designed to help people get the most of the SJCC before deciding to become a member, this is a great opportunity to get a taste of a…
