Shabbat Message

August 14, 2026

A healthcare professional in scrubs uses a tablet to show an ultrasound image to a woman lying on a medical bed, while another woman observes.

Wildfire season is now at its peak in British Columbia, and communities across the province continue to face uncertainty as families respond to evacuation alerts and active fires. Jewish Federation of British Columbia is staying closely connected with Jewish communities across the Interior…

August 7, 2026

A person holding a small rainbow flag stands in front of a digital billboard displaying two men and the text "INCLUSION HAS NO EXCEPTIONS." The scene is outdoors under a bridge.

This past weekend, Vancouver's streets were filled with celebration as thousands gathered to celebrate Pride. Almost 150 community groups, non-profits, businesses, and organizations came together to take part in the Pride parade. This year, Jewish Federation of British Columbia (JFBC)…

July 31, 2026

A group of 14 people posing for a photo on a path surrounded by trees, with mountains and a body of water in the background.

When we think about British Columbia, we often think about mountains, oceans and breathtaking landscapes. Yet what makes this province truly special is something far less visible: the relationships, communities, and shared sense of responsibility that connect us to one another. As we head…

July 24, 2026

This week brought exciting news for our community. Vancouver City Council approved JWest’s rezoning application, moving this transformative project one step closer to reality. I had the privilege of speaking at the public hearing and witnessing firsthand the broad support for a project that…

July 17, 2026

Four children sitting together on a wooden floor, all wearing orange t-shirts. One girl in a pink cap is smiling widely, while the others are also smiling and posing closely.

Across British Columbia, wildfires are once again affecting many regions of our province. Like many of you, I have been following the updates closely and thinking of the communities, firefighters, emergency personnel, and volunteers working tirelessly to protect people and property. As we…