Jewish Ottawa

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New Federation program inspires next generation of philanthropists

The Jewish Federation of Ottawa is excited to launch Genesis, a new donor recognition society that brings families together around shared values of tzedakah, philanthropy and Jewish communal responsibility. 

Created for Ben Gurion Society (BGS) alumni, Genesis recognizes families with child…

Holocaust Education Month: Remembering the past & sharing its lessons

Every November, the Jewish Federation of Ottawa marks Holocaust Education Month with meaningful opportunities to learn, remember and reflect on the lessons of the Holocaust. Through film screenings, personal testimonies and educational programs, Federation works to ensure that the stories of…

Jewish Seniors' Wellness Fair brings health, resources, community together

November 12 event will connect Jewish seniors with more than 40 organizations and service providers

Navigating healthcare, finding the right services and knowing where to turn for support can be challenging, especially as we age. On Thursday, November 12, the Jewish Seniors' Wellness Fair w…

Kitchen of Kindness brings volunteers together to nourish Ottawa community

For Bassy Mendelsohn, cooking has always been a part of her life. It has been a way to bring people together, build connections, and show care for others. Through her new Irving Aaron Kitchen of Kindness, she hopes to bring that philosophy to a wider community, creating a space where volunte…

Special 2026 Ottawa Municipal Election edition: An introduction

The Jewish Federation of Ottawa recently hosted three roundtables with front-running mayoral candidates ahead of this year’s municipal election taking place on October 26.

Each candidate was asked questions about their platforms as well as about issues of concern to Ottawa’s Jewish communit…