Shabbat Message

October 30, 2026

A man with glasses and gray hair, wearing a suit, speaks into a microphone in front of British Columbia flags.

This week has been defined by elections. In Israel, attention remains focused on the final results and the road ahead. Here in British Columbia, voters have chosen a new government and a premier-designate. While each election reflects its own unique circumstances, both are reminders of how…

October 23, 2026

The days following Vancouver's municipal election have been unlike any our community has experienced in recent memory. Calls, emails, and conversations have poured in from community members asking the same question: What just happened, and what does it mean for us? The results marked a…

October 16, 2026

One of the privileges of living in a vibrant Jewish community is discovering the many stories, traditions, and experiences that make up our shared heritage. This November, our community has an opportunity to deepen that understanding through a historic milestone: Vancouver's first-ever…

October 9, 2026

A man speaking at a podium in a synagogue, with a screen displaying "Marking October 7" behind him; attendees wearing kippahs are seated in front.

This week, hundreds of community members gathered at Beth Tikvah in Richmond for Between Chaos and Light: Remembering October 7. In partnership with the Rabbinical Association of Vancouver (Rav), the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA), the Canadian Jewish Political Affairs…

October 2, 2026

A group of twelve women posing in front of a blue backdrop with "Jewish Federation of British Columbia" text, holding signs that say "WE ARE FEDERATION."

With Sukkot still underway, many families in our community are gathering in the sukkah before the holiday ends. Rachel and the kids have been making the most of every opportunity to enjoy meals outdoors and spend time together. We have also been following the extraordinary events unfolding…