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APRIL 16, 2018 | IYYAR 1, 5778 ESTABLISHED 1937 OTTAWAJEWISHBULLETIN.COM | $2 Students show courage in face of anti-Israel votes What would you BDS, as described by the Federation’s advocacy partner, do if someone the Centre for Israel and Jew- ish Affairs (CIJA), “seeks to called you ‘a delegitimize and isolate Israel, f---ing Jew’? asks while promoting the false idea that Israel is solely responsible Pauline Colwin. for the Arab-Israeli conflict and, in turn, pushes for a boy- reat, just what I cott of the only liberal democ- want to see, a racy in the Middle East while f---ing Jew.” exempting the world’s worst PAULINE COLWIN These ugly, hate- human rights violators from Soloway Jewish Community Centre trainer Ryan Armitage, centre, has been featured in several news articles about ‘Gfilled words were said recently such attention. his work with special needs clients like John Woodhouse, left, and Peter Verbruggen, right. to Eyal Podolsky, a Jewish Uni- “BDS is an assault on all versity of Ottawa student, as he Israelis – including Israelis who walked on campus. Podolsky are staunch peace activists.” Meet the trainer who helps people is a well-known youth leader. By targeting all Israelis, and In 2017, he won the prestigious the only Jewish state, BDS is a Jewish Federation of Ottawa’s form of discrimination. Many achieve ‘miracles after miracles’ Student Award for “demon- BDS activists even openly Ryan Armitage finds his clients ‘all have the fire’ strating leadership and out- declare that their goal is the standing commitment to the destruction of the state of t’s been eight years since drome several years earlier. He a bit. Ottawa Jewish community.” Israel. As for BDS on Canadian Tim Fauquier rolled his weighed just 80 pounds and It’s an understatement to say He is now president of Hil- campuses, this is an attempt to wheelchair up to trainer was weak and emaciated. He that encounter changed Fau- lel Ottawa, a culture club that import the Middle East conflict Ryan Armitage in a hallway had been told he’d never walk quier’s life. Eight years later, he supports and celebrates Jewish into Canada by illegitimately Ioutside the Soloway Jewish again. still works out with Armitage life for university students. He targeting businesses, univer- Community Centre’s gym, Armitage, just 25 at the time, three times a week. At 73, he shared his story of the racist sities and civil society institu- tapped him lightly on his side, wasn’t sure what to do. Until can walk again and he drives slur last month at the Student tions. All these elements show and asked if he could help him then, he had worked only with his own car. Federation of the University that BDS is at odds with Cana- develop some grip strength. healthy gym-goers. But he bent But that encounter changed of Ottawa’s (SFUO) General dian values and falls outside Armitage was taken by sur- over, gently lifted Fauquier out Armitage’s life and the scope of Assembly, prior to a vote on a the genuine peace movement prise. He looked down at the of his wheelchair and put him work done at the SJCC as well. motion to advance the anti-Is- that emphasizes fairness and diminutive Fauquier, then 65. on a rowing machine in the Ottawa Jewish Bulletin caught rael Boycott Divestment and mutual responsibilities. His fragile body was curled up centre’s weight room, where he up with him in a rare moment Sanctions (BDS) movement on It was in this climate, in in a wheelchair. He had been was just able to hold onto the between classes and clients. campus. See BDS on page 2 struck by Guillain-Barre syn- handles of the rower and pull See Armitage on page 3

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CIJA Andrea Freedman writes that the BDS: ‘Too much time and energy’ chair of a meeting is supposed to be impartial and facilitate Continued from page 1 dialogue and discussion. As an front of room packed for the GA, that On the surface, it seemed example of the hostility that Podolsky stood alone at the mic trying to against all odds that a BDS Jewish students and their allies express how BDS breeds a negative atmo- face on UOttawa’s campus, the sphere on campus for Jewish students. motion would not get passed, chair of the March 25 meetings As he spoke, another student rose considering the SFUO executives’ announced the results of the and rushed forward. Ignoring the vote by saying unfortunately, the rules of the GA process, and deaf to very clear and openly stated resolution did not pass. Podolsky’s personal experience, the BDS agenda. student dismissed the evidence of anti-Semitism and repeated the SFUO the Federation, CIJA and other partners stance that “BDS is not anti-Jewish.” like the Chabad Student Network. U of O student leaders For Podolsky, this was nothing new. In a message to the community after In fact, this was what he was trying to the last vote, Andrea Freedman, Fed- hold democracy hostage explain: how BDS can create an atmo- eration’s CEO, applauded the students, sphere where some Jews are made to describing how they “demonstrated But I sincerely wish it were not nec- feel unwelcome, where they have to tremendous fortitude.” She added, “Our essary. And it saddens and angers me fight to keep their clubs, and where students are fighting a difficult bat- GUEST COLUMN to hear stories about the anti-Semitism open, peaceful dialogue is shut down. tle, and they are doing so on behalf of ANDREA FREEDMAN Jewish students experience on campus But Podolsky would not be silenced. He everyone who values dialogue, debate today. is a young man brimming with moral and diversity.” Students are supposed to stress about courage. He stood his ground. As Freedman implies, this battle will exams and term papers, because they “Well, of course I knew the other stu- be ongoing. The SFUO has said it will n a recent Ottawa Jewish Bulletin lack the real world experience to know dent was there, but I shut him out. I just again bring a BDS vote to the table — column, Rabbi Steven Garten quoted that campus days will end up being the kept focused.” even before the end of the school year. Winston Churchill, “Democracy is golden era of their free time. Students The BDS vote was rejected at the GA, “I’m tired,” admits Podolsky, who the worst form of government are supposed to be idealistic, and they failing to get the required two-thirds was interviewed in the short half-hour Iexcept all those other forms that have are supposed to anoint themselves majority. Just two weeks later, the SFUO between finishing a paper and his next been tried from time to time.” Having subject matter experts, having taking brought BDS back to the table for yet class. recently learned more about politics on a an introductory course on a particular another vote. It was defeated again. Dovi Chein, executive director of Hil- university campus than I care to, I am topic. They are supposed to drink too This was the third attempt in the past lel Ottawa agrees. “Our students have inclined to agree. much and make mistakes that they invested too much time and energy into Watching the live feed from a student laugh about later in life, but that have this.” He says the campaign is exhaust- government meeting at the University no long-term negative impacts. ‘Our goal is to ensure Jewish ing. It takes students from their studies of Ottawa, where 10 minutes was spent They are not supposed to be feel students feel safe, supported, and social life and forces them into debating whether or not to expand the unsafe on the campus they call home, and have a place to be emotionally drawn-out situations where discussion by five minutes and then and they should not repeatedly have to their feelings and sense of Jewish identi- voting not to do so, did not feel like the fight against a rigged system to defend themselves,’ says Dovi Chein. ty face criticism and possible dismissal. best use of anyone’s time. Far more seri- their rights. However, despite this intense ous is the fact that a small group of stu- I am heartened that the students are six months to get BDS implemented atmosphere, Chein says Hillel Ottawa dent leaders are able to hold repeated supported in their efforts by the Jewish at U of O. Earlier in the fall, the SFUO has experienced an incredible year votes on the anti-Israel Boycott, Divest- Federation of Ottawa and three critical- also tried to de-ratify Hillel Ottawa of growth with tremendous student ment and Sanctions (BDS) movement, ly important organizations Federation and the Israel Awareness Committee, a involvement. in the hope of achieving a different funds – Hillel Ottawa, the Centre for student-led Israel advocacy group. The “The divisive nature of these BDS result. At the third defeat this year, on Israel and Jewish Affairs, and the Chabad clubs were eventually reinstated. motions has fostered an even stronger March 25t, this group of self-interested Student Network. I am heartened that On the surface, it seemed against all pro-Israel and Jewish community on student government officials pledged Jewish professionals such as Dovi Chein odds that a BDS motion would not get campus,” he says. to try again before the school year con- and Rabbi Chaim Boyarsky are not only passed, considering the SFUO execu- Chein is proud of Hillel’s work creat- cludes. This is reprehensible. strategizing and mobilizing, but provid- tives’ very clear and openly stated BDS ing an inclusive, welcoming place for all When you’re a child and learning ing the emotional support that students agenda. Jews, regardless of affiliation. “We have a how walk, the adage “if at first you need. It is not easy for students to sit in However, student leaders like Podolsky tent with no walls. Everyone is welcome. don’t succeed, try, try again” is appro- these often-hostile meeting rooms. As organized and mobilized other students, From Orthodox students to those who priate and helpful. However, when it we all know, the chair of a meeting is urging them to come out and vote against identify as Jews because one of their comes to BDS, which as courageous supposed to be impartial and facilitate BDS. This involved email campaigns, grandparents is Jewish, Hillel is a place University of Ottawa President Jacques dialogue and discussion. As an example phone calls and one-on-one meetings for everyone. Frémont called “divisive and a detri- of the hostility that Jewish students and to discuss BDS and the effect it has on a “Our goal is to ensure Jewish stu- ment to an open and welcoming cam- their allies face on campus, the chair of campus for Jewish students. Sometimes dents feel safe, supported, and have a pus environment,” this ongoing effort is the March 25 meetings announced the it was a quick heads-up and a reminder place to be themselves,” says Chein. an egregious perversion of democracy. results of the vote by saying unfortunate- of the upcoming vote; other times, it He ended the interview with a glim- The student government’s determina- ly, the resolution did not pass. What is meant an hour-long dialogue about the mer of hope. tion to waste time and precious resourc- unfortunate is that she is in a position of best ways to achieve peace and the true After the last vote, Hillel offered to es to pass a resolution on BDS that authority and contributing to a challeng- power and meaning of free speech. The sit and talk with BDS supporters on the University of Ottawa (again, in the ing campus environment. impressive results of these efforts were campus. While one student immediately words of Frémont) “will have no part Our students are well prepared for that hundreds of informed students came began to reject the offer, another — a of” is an affront. another potential vote and they are out to have their voices heard. young woman — said she would be will- Three times this year I watched Jew- heartened by President Frémont’s Podolsky points out how this was ing to meet. This young woman is Pales- ish students mobilize to defeat BDS. unequivocal denunciation of BDS. Let’s really a massive team effort of 30 or tinian and she wants peace, something Their passion, eloquence and deter- hope instead they can end the semester more leaders reaching out to their net- sincere activists understand can come mination are remarkable and must be kvetching about the stress of finals and works. He gives particular credit to stu- only from respectful dialogue. applauded. Similarly, their allies on not worrying about anything else. dent Joseph Feldberg, who was “instru- campus who take principled stands for mental in mobilizing” the numbers Federation Report: Hillel students are dialogue, freedom, openness and who Andrea Freedman is the president and needed for the GA vote. He also thanks engaged, united and strong, page 6 oppose BDS, are also laudable. CEO of the Jewish Federation of Ottawa. April 16, 2018 OTTAWAJEWISHBULLETIN.COM 3 Armitage: ‘Exercise can be a cure for a lot of things’ Continued from page 1 Nott, another trainer here, I’m working on an Inclusive Fitness Trainer program Your work with Tim Fauquier, double-leg through the American College of Sports amputee John Woodhouse and others Medicine. But one thing I’ve learned is has been featured on the front page that you need to customize, based on of The Ottawa Citizen and on Global exactly what’s going on with that person. National TV. How has that changed It’s trial-and-error and a lot of listening. things for you? I don’t personally need to be in the Could this have happened newspaper, but it’s been so positive anywhere else? for so many people. I sent the articles The JCC is an absolutely amazing place. to the Ontario minister for long-term A lot of things for people with chal- care and now John (Woodhouse) has a lenges can be a struggle; you take up new wheelchair. Donations have been more space sometimes. But this place made to Stride Ottawa (a group that has given us the full range to work with provides equipment for the disabled) people with all sorts of difficulties. The in John’s name. One trainer messaged members themselves have been so wel- me from Toronto and said, “I do 35 coming. We joke that the JCC is like (the sessions a week, but I’m going to add TV show) “Cheers” where everybody an extra hour to do this kind of work.” knows your name. It’s like a big family. I’ve been contacted by people from all over the country saying, “I didn’t What advice do you have for people think I could do it, but I’m going to with disabilities? go to the gym now.” It’s cool. It’s been Don’t give up on yourself. Don’t assume quite the ride. there’s nothing you can do. You might not get back to 100 per cent, but even PAULINE COLWIN Has your clientele changed as a result Trainer Ryan Armitage explains that the SJCC is “an absolutely amazing place.” For people with one per cent is upwards. I tell people, of the publicity? disabilities, this centre “has given us the full range to work with people with all sorts of “You have two alternatives. Either you There’s definitely been an influx of peo- difficulties. The members themselves have been so welcoming. We joke that the JCC is like come here and you try and you get a ple coming in. I still teach 11 classes a (the TV show) ‘Cheers’ where everybody knows your name. It’s like a big family.” bit better, or you don’t.” Even mentally, week, but in terms of personal training, it’s a big positive. I had one woman it’s almost all I do now. I have upwards of say that just smelling the gym makes 15 clients with different challenges. A lot Is this the way you thought your career slip through the cracks. I’ve never met her happy because she’s back doing of people with disabilities never thought would unfold? anyone with a work ethic like Tim Fau- what she used to do. It’s like the stock there was a place for them in the city, but Not at all. I was in the first class Fit- quier. This person’s not supposed to be market: you might have setbacks, but once they saw the articles, they knew this ness and Health Promotion program able to stand up, and they’re breaking overall it will go up. I’ve seen miracles was a very welcoming place. at Algonquin College. I thought I’d be into a full body sweat. The people I’m after miracles. training elite athletes. working with all have the fire. How old are your clients? What advice do you have for The oldest, Tom Mimee, is 99. He’s been How do you feel about how this You work with people with multiple average folks? coming three times a week. He took turn of events? sclerosis, muscular dystrophy, Parkin- Same advice. Don’t get complacent. some time off over the winter, but he’s I find it a lot more rewarding to be son’s, Down syndrome … how do you Keep trying to better yourself. What coming back. He’ll turn 100 this sum- able to help people be able to be inde- know what to do in each case? I’ve learned is that you don’t have to be mer and he’s sharp as a tack. A lot of my pendent, to be able to cook, or walk, I do a lot of research. I find the best thing afraid to push people. Exercise can be clientele base is over 70. I have about 10 or drive, and to be able to take care of to do is to learn about the affliction itself, the cure for a lot of things, physically who are over 80. themselves. Especially those people who then go from there. Along with Julie and mentally. You can always feel better.

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ALLYSON GRANT On March 20, members of Ottawa’s Ben Gurion Society met with MPs Michael Levitt and Wednesday, May 2, 2018 Erin O’Toole. 7 pm Ben Gurion Society explores Social Hall A – Soloway JCC foreign policy with MPs Open to the public, everyone welcome. BY ALLYSON GRANT regularly attempt to exploit internation- s a community, we are lucky to al forums as platforms to isolate Israel. have passionate and experi- The misuse of such institutions not only Special topics: enced lay leaders from a unfairly targets Israelis, but also under- variety of backgrounds and mines the values and mandates of these The Jewish Superhighway Aviewpoints to advance our causes. It is forums, distracting attention from the particularly heart-warming to see world’s most pressing challenges. Presentation by Andrea young people, busy with new family life As noted by both MPs, Canada has Freedman, President & CEO, and advancing their careers, take on been a leader in actively opposing these this much needed – and appreciated – efforts, particularly at the UN General on our vision for the building responsibility. Assembly, UN Human Rights Council, of the Ottawa Jewish The commitment of Ottawa’s young and UN Educational, Scientific, and Cul- Jewish leaders was on full display tural Organization (UNESCO). Superhighway and creating recently, when the Jewish Federation of Canada’s principled stand in voting Ottawa’s Ben Gurion Society (BGS) par- against these resolutions is a model meaningful experiences and ticipated in a lobby meeting over dinner for other countries seeking to support Jewish journeys; where on Parliament Hill organized by our peace in the region. So too is Canada’s advocacy agent, the Centre for Israel and vocal opposition to efforts to politi- Jewish life is vibrant and no Jewish Affairs (CIJA). cize UNESCO’s activities and to use one is left behind. BGS is a recognition program for the organization to isolate Israelis, an top-level donors under 40 who take part example of which is UNESCO’s 2016 in creative and forward-thinking discus- resolution that effectively dismissed Building more inclusive sions about advancing the interests of the historic connection between the Ottawa’s Jewish community. Jewish people and Jewish holy sites in Jewish communities On the evening of March 20, BGS Jerusalem. members met with two Members of While Canada was not a voting mem- Learn with Linda Kislowicz, Parliament: Liberal Michael Levitt, ber of UNESCO, the government of President & CEO of the chair of the subcommittee on interna- Canada strongly rejected the resolution tional human rights of the standing for singling out Israel and denying Juda- Jewish Federations of committee on Foreign Affairs and ism’s demonstrable link to the Old City Canada-United Israel Apeal International Development; and Erin and Western Wall. O’Toole, Conservative shadow minister Continuing Canada’s proud tradition (JFC-UIA) who will be for Foreign Affairs. of friendship and diplomatic co-opera- Sitting down for an extended meet- tion with Israel at multilateral forums discussing “Pushing the ing with two MPs with such a depth of helps both to overcome the dysfunction Boundaries – Building more knowledge provided participants with perpetuated by those seeking to mar- an opportunity to dig into such key for- ginalize Israel, and to advance Canadian inclusive Jewish communities eign policy issues as Israel, Iran and sta- principles, values and interests. in Canada.” bility in the Middle East, issues that are Continuing to connect the many top-of-mind for the community. facets of our community with Canadian One topic, a highlight of the dis- decision-makers, as we did at this meet- Information: Solange Ashe at 613-798-4696 x236 cussion and a priority for CIJA this ing, will ensure the Jewish community’s [email protected] year, was the challenge of combating principles, values and interests are well attempts to isolate Israel in international represented. forums. Some states, including many of the Allyson Grant is the advocacy adviser for world’s worst human rights violators, the Jewish Federation of Ottawa. April 16, 2018 OTTAWAJEWISHBULLETIN.COM 5 New EG director brings insight and innovation Jordan Waldman hopes to create touch points to engage millennials in Jewish life

BY NORAH MOR AND PAULINE COLWIN to Ottawa to work with the Jewish com- get free Jewish-themed children’s books t’s been a busy first three weeks at munity, she was super proud.” mailed to them monthly. In addition work for Jordan Waldman, 30, the This news of his move also launched to receiving wonderful books, there are Jewish Federation of Ottawa’s new a game of Jewish geography. She enthu- various programs throughout the year director of the Emerging Gen (EG) siastically told him he is distantly, by where families get together and build Iand PJ Library. marriage, related to the famous Ottawa friendships. “I haven’t had time to unpack,” says labour lawyer Jacob Finkelman. (Any With this type of programming, Waldman, who arrived in Ottawa from Finkelman connections out there, feel Waldman hopes to “create entry points Calgary in February. He has already free to reach out.) for all Jews in the community to take hosted two events and has a jammed- The story of Jewish geography high- part in Jewish events. The Jewish world packed few weeks ahead. “At least my lights a key Jewish value – the search for has a lot of different values and expe- socks match.” commonality and community. Building riences, and I hope that the EG and PJ As a millennial, Jordan Waldman connections. This is something Wald- Library programs will create doors for all understands that his generation does man hopes to impart in his work. the Jewish millennials of Ottawa.” Judaism in its own way, beyond tradi- “It’s the symbiosis of community He adds, “I am still learning what tional experiences. His goal is to help work,” he says. “What I mean is that Ottawa needs and wants, and along with the EG find their own touch points to Jordan Waldman’s immediate goal is making this is a way of bringing people together making friends, learning about the com- engage in Jewish life. friends and learning about the city. while making sure the community is munity is my most immediate goal. With a background in community also taking care of itself. At the end of “So far, Ottawa seems really interest- work, Waldman has insight into the tra- tion of Hillel Youth and Adult Director the day, I hope to make a difference.” ing. I like the vibe here, the culture and ditional and the innovative. at the Jewish Federation. This is the goal of the EG, which is the outdoorsiness.” If he ever has spare “Growing up in Calgary, I was pretty Four years later, he sees that Ottawa a special division of the Jewish Feder- time, he hopes to get outside and expe- involved in the Jewish community,” he is “a good fit to the things I want to ation of Ottawa. It is aimed at young rience some of it. explains. “I attended all the summer do. As I was growing up, Tikkun Olam adults under 40, and facilitates innova- Upcoming events for PJ Library: Teddy camps and youth groups. (repairing the world) was a value that tive programs that allow young people Shabbat Dinner for Israel’s birthday (Apr. “Only in university, in Toronto, I took was very important to me and my fam- to meet, mingle and develop profes- 13); Yom Ha’atzmaut Maccabiah Games a step away from the Jewish community ily. I hope, as I become more a part of sional contacts. There are social events, (Apr. 15); and Tot Shabbat, celebrating to experience different things.” the Ottawa community, that I will be workshops, grant programs, and other Israel (Apr. 21). EG members, stay tuned. After earning an MA in Communica- able to give back in a meaningful way.” opportunities. For more info, please follow the Federation tions and Culture from York University, He learned these values from his par- Waldman’s portfolio also encom- and PJ Library Ottawa on Facebook, or Waldman returned to Calgary and Jew- ents and grandparents. passes PJ Library, an incredibly popular contact Jordan at 613-798-4696, ext. 240 ish community work, and took the posi- “When I told my bubby I was moving program where families with children [email protected].

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ties at larger venues with an average of Jewish students. In the fall, there was We stand against the BDS movement, 120 students attending each of our last an attempt by the Students’ Federation whose leaders and members, (five of four Shabbat dinners. to de-ratify our campus clubs. This was whom are on Canada’s terrorist watch Here are some stats to help paint followed by three votes to support the list) don’t support peace, but instead the picture: to date, over 700 unique anti-Israel Boycott, Divestment and Sanc- openly state they are striving for the students have attended at least one tions movement (BDS). Against all odds, eradication of Israel. Hillel event, and over 140 students have our students, with the support of Hillel, With all this our community should attended six or more events. On aver- the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs, feel proud. The end results of the bar- age, Hillel hosts three events a week (CIJA), the Jewish Federation of Ottawa rage of BDS votes, coupled with the FEDERATION FEDERATION REPORT coupled with ongoing one-to-one coffee and other partners mobilized, and uni- increased engagement on campus, have JONATHAN FREEDMAN, dates and learning programs. fied under a common goal. The students fostered a renewed sense Jewish iden- CHAIR OF THE BOARD, Hillel’s major events, including the were successful in reinstating their club, tity on campus that is stronger, more HILLEL OTTAWA Israeli Wine & Canadian Cheese tasting and defeating all three BDS votes. unified, and prouder than ever before. and the Chanukah Ball, have brought While the actions of the Students’ To maintain this kehillah, we need illel Ottawa has been having a hundreds of students together to cele- Federation have indeed damaged the help. The increase in engagement, the record year in its mission to brate shared values and Jewish holidays. atmosphere on campus, we were heart- size of Shabbat dinners, and the rise enrich the lives of Jewish In addition, Hillel’s student executive ened by the statement made by the of political issues on campus, have students in Ottawa with an board has grown to 16 members, and University of Ottawa’s President Jacques stretched Hillel’s resources. As a com- Hoverwhelming increase in engagement there is a true sense of ownership and Fremont, who strongly denounced BDS munity we need to look to our students and political activism. leadership amongst our Hillel leaders. and explained such divisiveness had no as future leaders. Please join us in Shabbat dinners have transformed These positive events all took place place on campus. For Hillel, our goal empowering and investing in them. from 30 students packed into the Hillel despite intense adversity on the Univer- is to encourage honest debate on how To make a gift to Hillel Ottawa, visit House, to exceeding maximum capaci- sity of Ottawa campus for pro-Israel and to reach a peaceful two-state solution. www.hillelottawa.ca

The mezuzah and its message of freedom series of difficult preparations. The chil- those around us in any way we can. How- dren of Israel were commanded to take ever, no one can make a decision regard- sheep (which were venerated as gods in ing someone else’s freedom. That person Egyptian culture), keep the animals in alone must make the decision to be free. Ottawa Jewish Bulletin their homes for four days (in plain view The commandment to paint the VOLUME 82 | ISSUE 11 of the astonished Egyptians), and use doorposts with blood was God’s way of Ottawa Jewish Bulletin Publishing Co. Ltd. 21 Nadolny Sachs Private, Ottawa, K2A 1R9 their blood to paint their doorposts. telling the people: “You need to take Tel: 613 798-4696 | Fax: 613 798-4730 The formal reason for this command- this last step yourselves. 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The Bulletin, established in 1937 as “a force marker that there are lantsman here, suffered from certain plagues, such as Like in the original story of the Exo- for constructive communal consciousness,” fellow Jews who are willing to stand with darkness and hail, while the Jews were dus, the mezuzah is what transforms communicates the messages of the Jewish Federation of Ottawa and its agencies and, as their Jewish identity. completely spared from their effects. us from being passive about our Jewish the city’s only Jewish newspaper, welcomes a What always fascinates me is that Perhaps, therefore, the blood on the identity and practice to proudly pro- diversity of opinion as it strives to inform and enrich the community. Viewpoints expressed this is one of the Jewish practises that is doorpost commandment was intended claiming our essence. It was the first in these pages do not necessarily represent observed by such a broad cross-section to convey a message to us as well. time that we took the step of declaring the policies and values of the Federation. of the Jewish people, from the most The Jewish people were a nation of publicly “I am Jewish!” That powerful The Bulletin cannot vouch for the kashrut observant to the most secular. Jews of all slaves whose parents and grandparents moment left an imprint on the psyche of advertised products or establishments unless they are certified by Ottawa Vaad backgrounds are willing to take a stand had been slaves, and many were prob- of all of us, and continues to motivate HaKashrut or a rabbinic authority recognized and say “I live here, and I am Jewish!” ably convinced that they would never Jews of all backgrounds to boldly place a by OVH. It’s a bold statement, and it begs the taste freedom. mezuzah on our doorposts for all to see. $36 Local Subscription | $40 Canada question: where did this deep connec- Many probably feared the Egyptians’ Both a nation and an individu- $60 USA | $179 Overseas | $2 per issue tion to the mitzvah of mezuzah come reaction to their actions. al’s redemption starts with actively Funded by the Government of Canada. from? Why is this mitzvah observed However, at this point, perhaps God, expressing who we really are. Those more prevalently than so many others? after having sent nine plagues, was who understand that they have a part ISSN: 1196-1929 The answer, I believe, lies in the origins telling the Jewish people “I’ve done my to play in their own redemption, specif- Publication Mail Agreement No. 40018822 of the mezuzah in our history, during part. Now it’s time for you to do yours.” ically through the active declaration of Return undeliverable Canadian addresses to: the story of Passover. No one can be redeemed against his who they are, are those who can truly Ottawa Jewish Bulletin 21 Nadolny Sachs Private, The night the Jewish people left or her will. People can be helped in many tap into the message of freedom that Ottawa ON K2A 1R9 Egypt came at the culmination of a ways, and it is our responsibility to help Passover offers us. April 16, 2018 OTTAWAJEWISHBULLETIN.COM 7

Mining a century of Jewish unity in Ottawa

mitted, above all else, to the well-being theless, there was an ingrained desire When I first started work at of Jewish Ottawa. Both generations of to help. For example, only a couple the Jewish Federation of leaders selflessly gave/give of their time of cursory sentences were necessary Ottawa, I had heard many to make decisions, with the best avail- in approving a relief campaign. There able information for the greater good. was no need for a debate or a discus- references to the “Va’ad Over this almost 90-year period, sion, only an absolute imperative to fathers” – a not-so-subtle name from the ’30s to today, a consistent help European Jews, even without all given to the men who ran agenda item has been the paramount the facts. That natural impulse to help our community. importance of Jewish education. It remains a hallmark of Federation today. FROM THE THE FROM PUBLISHER was a staple on the 1930 agendas and In reading the minutes, I was fasci- ANDREA FREEDMAN remains so today, and with good reason. nated by the clear centrality of syna- printout than typed notes). The main differences are just the names gogues to the Va’ad. For example, the n a recent visit with community When I first started work at the of the educational institutions and their Va’ad finance committee was composed leader Norman Zagerman, he made Jewish Federation of Ottawa, I had current independence, since now they of the four shul presidents. Interesting- the suggestion that I check out the heard many references to the “Va’ad manage their own day-to-day affairs. ly, the city had a community rabbi, with minutes of the meetings of the Va’ad fathers” – a not-so-subtle name given I was also struck by the paucity of his salary paid for by the various syn- IHa’ir executive committee of the 1930s. As to the men who ran our community. It discussion regarding European Jewry. agogues on an agreed-upon fair share Norman is tremendously wise, I did just is clear from reading the minutes that While there were relief efforts, arrange- formula. Remarkably, when one syna- that on a recent Sunday and I am pleased these men did indeed have absolute ments were made to bring Jewish refu- gogue reported that they could not pay to share a few observations, thanks to the authority. They were involved in every- gee children to Ottawa, and funds were the full amount, other congregations Ottawa Jewish Archives where all this thing from the curriculum of the Jewish raised for the relief of European Jewry, agreed to pay more. information is readily available. school, to the wording of Kashruth the scope of the genocide was never And it is on this note that I wish to The lens with which I view these labels, to “sanctioning” any individual mentioned, nor was advocacy with the conclude – the spirit of Jewish unity. minutes is a comparison with how the collecting money on behalf of any Jew- Canadian government to change its What I mean by Jewish unity is the Va’ad’s successor organization, the Jew- ish organization or cause in Ottawa. horrendous immigration laws, in which belief that we all have a responsibility ish Federation of Ottawa, is run almost While the times have certainly changed “none were too many.” The leadership to make Jewish life in Ottawa vibrant a century later. In reading the minutes, with respect to authority, what has not understood that European Jews were and it is only by working together that I was struck by both the stark differenc- changed one iota is intent. The leaders suffering and in a precarious position, this happens. This is a collective effort es and the similarities (and also by how of the Va’ad, just like the leaders of but the horrific reality of what was and we are stronger when we support much easier it is to read a computer today’s Federation, were deeply com- transpiring was not yet known. None- one another. The priest who found out he was born a Jew

Father Waszkinel went to his birthplace Many Holocaust stories never get old because they can’t be to find answers and, with the knowledge that his father was a tailor, he was able to forgotten and, in many instances like Weksler’s, discover his name and his family heritage. the stories evolve as circumstances change. While immediate family members were victims of Nazi genocide, he discovered he had cousins on his mother’s side living in many instances like Weksler’s, the sto- ing and kind, as was his younger sister. Israel. He was anxious to meet them, and ries evolve as circumstances change. The first big family issue with his father he made sure he did. Weksler never knew the exact date was when Jacob told him he wanted to Jacob Weksler was still Father Wasz- IDEAS AND IDEAS IMPRESSIONS of his birth (he thinks it was late Feb- become a priest. Although they were a kinel when he went to work in Israel JASON MOSCOVITZ ruary), but he knows it took place near church-going family, even in Commu- as a priest, but because he had become Vilnius in 1943, at a time when Jewish nist Poland, his father couldn’t under- quite open about being born Jewish, y annual Pesach visit to women didn’t have the freedom to bring stand for the life of him why Jacob church life got complicated and nasty. Israel was what it always is: Jewish babies into the world. His moth- didn’t want to be a doctor, get married Pope John Paul II — yes, the Polish family togetherness with my er hid through her late pregnancy, and and have a family. pope — had been a teacher of his, daughters and their families, soon after Jacob’s birth, he was wrapped As a young priest, Weksler noticed and the Jewish-born priest wrote him Mas well as the adventure of discovering a in a blanket and given to a Christian once again that whenever the issue of seeking help and guidance. The pope land and a people so near and yet so far. family by the name of Waszkinel. Jews came up, his mother was striking- responded that he would pray for him. Being Jewish doesn’t make you Israe- Growing up, Jacob had no idea of ly ill at ease. He was old enough and In 2016, after 50 years in the priest- li and being Israeli doesn’t make you his heritage, but a first inkling occurred wise enough to wonder why, and to hood, Father Waszkinel left the church Jewish, but nothing is totally foreign when he was five years old and he was ask questions, which were consistently and decided to stay in Israel as a Jew. or confusing about either. That is true randomly berated and taunted one day dealt with awkwardly. After a long immigration ordeal, Israel until you meet a 75-year-old man who for being a “dirty Jew.” When he came In 1978, when he was 35, his mother granted him permanent residency and moved to Israel and encountered confu- home and told his mother, he recalled told him of his roots and of the circum- just recently the right to be buried in a sion like you wouldn’t believe. how she was uncomfortable with the stances that made her his mother and Jewish cemetery. Jacob Weksler is a Holocaust archi- conversation and how quickly she him a Catholic. Of course, his parents In the Jerusalem coffee shop where vist and a work colleague of my daugh- changed the subject. never knew his Jewish name: all he was we met, it was easy to appreciate the ter Emmanuelle at Yad Vashem. For Looking Jewish may have been part told was the name of the little town twinkle in his eye when he said his Jew- most of his life, he was Romuald Wasz- of it. He also recalls his parents kept his near Vilnius where he was handed over ishness was actually saved by the church kinel, and for 50 years of his life, he was hair very short so the curls would not in a blanket. He was also told his father and its rules against priests marrying. a Roman Catholic priest in Poland. show, but he was too young to put all was the best tailor in the town and use- A Polish wife and children, he Many Holocaust stories never get old the pieces together. ful to the Nazis, so they kept him alive explained, would have likely kept him because they can’t be forgotten and, in He says his Polish parents were lov- for a while. pretty Polish and very Catholic. April 16, 2018 8 OTTAWAJEWISHBULLETIN.COM

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Customer:Louis had been a prominent pas- Canadian governments, which telling of history. senger ship in the 1930s. On May “have learned the lesson of this The War Museum is also display- JEFF GREENBERG JEFF GREENBERG 15, 1939, it sailed to Havana with shameful episode”. Canada’s atti- ing a nine-panel exhibition on The SALES REPRESENTATIVE Issue: APR 16/18 over 900 Jewish passengers who tudes today are deeply important Canadian Jewish Experience until ROYAL LEPAGE TEAM REALTY Colour: B&W (613) 725-1171 Size:carried 3.3” x Cuban 12.4” entry visas. But their because “intolerance seems to be March 29. These are installed in the www.jeffgreenberg.realtor Prooffortune #: 2 ran out while the ship was the global growth industry of the public lobby near the museum’s en route because the Cuban gov- new century.” entrance. April 16, 2018 OTTAWAJEWISHBULLETIN.COM 9 Advertorial A legacy of love, family values Community She was like a mother bear protect- ing her cubs. She was always there role model for you.” Never one to seek attention, Dan Mader Lynda Taller-Wakter Carol Greenberg Carol quietly gave her time and her Board Chair Executive Director will be remembered money to both friends and organi- JNF is Past, Present, Future zations. For years, she performed for her warmth, the most sacred of Jewish rituals Building Israel since 1901 tahara (purifying the body of a generosity. Benita deceased) for the Ottawa Chevra Kadisha. She taught English to Baker reports. immigrants. She was active in the Agudath Israel Synagogue Sister- sk anyone about Carol hood. As both a patron and a board Greenberg and the words member of the Palliative Care used to describe her are Outreach Program, an organization always the same – that relied entirely on private dona- Awarmth, generosity, hospitality, tions, she and her children were wisdom, friendship and family. The Carol Greenberg, the beloved matriarch instrumental in raising much need- beloved matriarch of the sprawling of the sprawling Greenberg clan, passed ed funding. Greenberg clan, “Aunt Carol” to away on February 3, 2018. She was 79. Jeff describes his mother as “an friends and family alike, died extremely private person.” He says suddenly on February 3, 2018. She both of his parents were humble was 79 years old. “She was a force to be and that the Greenberg children Wife of late Ottawa mayor Lorry reckoned with when it were raised to give without seeking Greenberg, the pair met on a blind the limelight, to do what you know date when she was 18 years old and came to her family. She was is right without the need for acco- married after a short courtship. A formidable. She was like lades or publicity. Happy 70th Birthday Israel… Montreal native, Carol relocated a mother bear protecting Messages of condolence on the Israel’s Avi Dichter, April 22nd to Ottawa and immediately began legacy.com web site reveal how spreading her warmth and geniality her cubs. She was always Carol touched the hearts of those Top 5 Security Threats… and what Israel is doing about them. within the local community. there for you.” said niece who knew her. While we celebrate Israel’s 70th anniversary, let us not forget the Family was always Carol’s focal Marion Greenberg. “Carol was an outstanding Independence Day War that launched a nation. Israel’s military point. In 1962, when Lorry decided human being,” wrote Amira and intelligence have been central to Israel’s birth, survival and to leave the family business (Minto Meir, whose husband was deputy its ability to thrive. Avi Dichter, head of Israel’s Shin Bet, the Minister of Public Security, the Minister of Home Front Defense Construction Company Limited) “Family and friends were the ambassador at the Israeli embas- and the chairman of the Foreign Affairs and Defense Committee, and devote himself to time-con- most important thing to her,” said sy. “Smart, kind, gentle and had a will discuss Israel’s top security theats on April 22nd. suming community service, Carol niece Marion Greenberg. “She was huge heart. She loved people and Mr. Dichter brings a 360-degree view of security from his single-handedly managed the a warm and caring person who helped so many of them in her very military duties as a soldier, his intelligence leadership and now his political lens. He will discuss both threats but also opportunities Greenberg household and five chil- loved the warmth of bringing peo- special way. We all loved her very in the Middle East, the relations between Israel and surrounding dren – Rhonda, Jeff, Roger, Stepha- ple together. You were always wel- much.” countries, Israel’s existential threats and the role of superpowers nie and Heather – all close in age. comed in her home.” “She was like a Princess Grace as in the region. “She was a strict mother but Carol revelled in her role as fam- a young bride and remained with Tickets are $18 in advance at jnfottawa.ca, $20 at the door. liberal and very accepting of our ily matriarch. Holiday meals were grace all of her life,” said Dorothy SAVE THE DATE! choices,” said her son Jeff. “She just legendary. It was not unusual for Siminovitch of Toronto. “Add wis- wanted to love us unconditionally.” 30 to 40 people to be seated at the dom, generosity, humour, integrity Tuesday, November 13, 2018 Stephanie Greenberg describes table. “She loved her family above and deep loyalty and a window into her mother as her best friend. “She all,” said Marion. “Sometimes the the character of Carol Greenberg was a part of my everyday life,” she only time I would see my extended emerges.” said. “My mom was patient, kind, family was at Aunt Carol’s table. Carol Greenberg is survived by encouraging, non-judgemental, Who knows what will happen now her five children, four grandchil- considerate, giving and thoughtful.” that she is not around.” dren (Abigail, Elizabeth, Kayla and Carol’s holiday baking was Carol was more than an aunt to Maya) and dozens of nieces and renowned. Not only did the family her many nieces and nephews – nephews. Her legacy to her family come to expect hamentashen on she was like a second mother and and her community is the impor- Purim or potato knishes on Rosh friend to them, providing advice, tance of family. It was also extreme- Hashanah, but the baking itself also guidance and support to anyone ly important to her to observe the became an anticipated social event who asked. yahrzeit of family and loved ones. where friends and family gath- “She was a force to be reckoned A grateful community should take ered in the Greenberg kitchen to with when it came to her family,” that to heart – put family first and Sefer Bar Mitzvah Inscriptions schmooze and bake together. said Marion. “She was formidable. honour their memory. Charlie Burstein, Toronto, by grandparents Bubby Sunny and Zaidee Johnny Tavel

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BY MAURICE KLEIN Swamp. A safe and easy hike also will be FOR AJA 50+ provided at the spectacularly beautiful or those who found this winter’s Bonnechere Caves, near Eganville. weather far too long and cold, The programs also feature a variety of Active Jewish Adults 50+ has art, literature, music and entertainment been busy preparing a tonic in activities, including two plays at the Fthe form of more than 40 exciting Classic Theatre Festival in Perth. Car- daytime programs from May through pooling is available. August, 2018. Of course, there are the popular Speakers include Norma Domey, a ongoing weekly activities: Scrabble, cousin of Viola Desmond, who appears ping pong, Mahjong, bridge and sea- on the new Canadian $10 bill. Viola was sonal golf. the black Nova Scotia businesswoman So many exciting choices – and this who in 1946 challenged racial segrega- is just a sample of the programs you can tion in Nova Scotia. enjoy this spring and summer, thanks to Back by popular demand, New York dedicated volunteers and members who Times reporter Ian Austen will give his make excellent suggestions for speakers informed perspective on Canada and the and activities. U.S. in the Trump era. Check out the new Spring/Summer Canada’s delegate to UNESCO World Program Guide, which goes online April Heritage, Christina Cameron, will talk 16, at aja50plus.ca. Come out to ask about World Heritage sites, and how questions, schmooze and register for they are designated and preserved. programs from 9:30 a.m. to noon on Ottawa poet and anthology editor, Monday, April 23, at the Soloway Jewish Seymour Mayne, will discuss Canada’s Community Centre. rich tradition of Jewish poetry. In addition, the entire community But AJA 50+ programs are not only is invited to participate in the AJA 50+ about hearing from top-notch speakers; Annual Trivia Night on Sunday, May STEVE SHUGAR the group offers opportunities to put on Guided hikes in Gatineau Park, Stony Swamp and at the Bonnechere Caves are among the programs 27, at 7 p.m. at Temple Israel. Come as sneakers and enjoy Ottawa’s summer being offered this spring and summer. Here the group poses after a hike at Pinhey’s Point. a team of up to 10 or as an individual while touring some of the city’s beau- or couple and be placed on a team. tiful architecture during small-group Categories are wide and varied at this walks led by Hagit Hadaya, an architec- Nature is also emphasized: Fenja nature enthusiasts, will lead guid- major fundraiser for AJA 50+. Register tural historian. and Irwin Brodo, who are experienced ed hikes in Gatineau Park and Stony at aja50plus.ca Celebrated Torah scholar to discuss Book of Ruth at Kehillat Beth Israel

BY FRED LITWIN eign and unwelcoming culture and reli- ture at Hebrew University in Jerusalem, gesis, psychoanalysis and postmodern n internationally-renowned gious tradition?” she turned her attention to teaching criticism.” In addition, she “always dis- scholar of Jewish stories and Rabbi Deborah Zuker is delighted Torah. For the past 30 years, she has plays minute attention to the psycholog- Torah interpretation, Avivah that Zornberg is coming to Ottawa. taught Torah in Jerusalem at Matan, ical subtext of the scriptures.” Gottlieb Zornberg, will be “Dr. Zornberg is a fascinating thinker Yakar, Pardes and the Jerusalem College You can hear Zornberg’s talk on April Aspeaking in Ottawa at Kehillat Beth Israel and teacher of Torah. She synthesizes a for Adults. Zornberg also holds a Visit- 30th at 7 pm at Kehillat Beth Israel, Synagogue on April 30th, 2018. unique and eclectic array of sources that ing Lectureship at the London School 1400 Coldrey Ave. The event is pay what Her topic will be the book of Ruth, “I draw new insight and wisdom out of our of Jewish Studies. She travels widely, you can, with a suggested minimum am a Stranger – Becoming Ruth.” Zorn- sacred texts.” lecturing in Jewish, academic and psy- donation of $18. Her book, Bewilder- berg says that Ruth is a stranger in more Zornberg was born in London and choanalytic settings. ments: Reflections on the Book of Num- senses than one. grew up in Glasgow, Scotland, where Zornberg is a winner of the National bers will also be available for purchase She asks “who is this unknown her father was a Rabbi and head of the Jewish Book Award for non-fiction. The at the event. woman who is destined to become rabbinical court. She received a PhD in New York Times says that Zornberg is mother of royalty? What is the process English literature from Cambridge Uni- a “celebrated biblical scholar, keen on For further information, please by which she finds her way into a for- versity and after teaching English litera- weaving together traditional Jewish exe- contact (613) 728-3501.

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BY JESSE TOUFEXIS theology, film and literature, and memo- rialization. Each class examines one eople are capable of great of these areas in depth, and includes evil,” says Elly Bollegraaf of readings, guest speakers and a visit to Ottawa, and she knows this the National Holocaust Monument. Mar- more than most. golis’s goal is to examine the many ways ‘PBollegraaf is a Holocaust survivor that Canada, as a “bystander nation,” who believes education is the key to has developed its own particular rela- preventing it from happening again. tionship with the events of the Holo- “We must prepare today’s and future caust over the last 70 years. generations so that we and they can and She says the guest speakers are key, will intervene when there is an opportu- and, as one of them, Bollegraaf under- nity to resist and stop evil from gaining stands the magnitude of her role. “By an upper hand and flourishing,” she says. telling our stories,” she says, “we strive An opportunity for such preparation to warn others of what happened and will happen in May and June when what was brought upon innocent vic- the University of Ottawa’s Vered Jew- tims by a seemingly intelligent and ish Canadian Studies Program offers a advanced society.” course entitled Canadian Responses to Another speaker, Adele Reinhartz, the Holocaust. Taught by Prof. Rebecca who will talk about the Holocaust Margolis, it will look at the diversity of memoir written by her mother, says responses to the Nazi Holocaust from “the Holocaust illustrates what can the Second World War to the present. happen when racism and other forms It aims to understand the roots and of discrimination are allowed to flourish the lead-up to the Holocaust, rather in society and in the political realm. than viewing it simply as an incompre- Studying the Holocaust can make stu- hensible aberration. Through education, dents aware of the role of prejudice in it seeks to make the incomprehensible, modern European history and perhaps comprehensible. then to guard against it in our own time Within the Canadian Jewish com- and place.” munity, the Holocaust existed as a focal The course is offered as an under- point from the very beginning, in par- graduate course (CDN 3102A Selected ticular among the survivors who arrived Topics in Jewish Canadian Studies) open after the Second World War, many of to all university students for three units, whom were spurred to activism in the with no background or prerequisites 1980s. However, in mainstream Canada, required. Community members are wel- the response was slow, as outlined by come to register as auditors (no grades Irving Abella and Harold Troper in their or university credit). The course runs best-selling study None is Too Many, from May 1-June 11, Tuesdays and Thurs- published in1982. The book offers a criti- days from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Community cal look at Canada’s policy of non-admis- members are welcome to register as sion of Jewish refugees from 1933 to 1948. auditors for a fee of $300 for the 12 ses- Since then, the Holocaust has played sions (no grades or university credit). a prominent role in discourse around For more information, please contact human rights, genocide and anti-racism Margolis at Rebecca.Margolis@ education. uOttawa.ca, or 613-562-5800 x 2955. The course is structured around www.salagatineau.com | @salagatineau many responses to the Holocaust: Jesse Toufexis is a doctoral student, historical studies, memoirs, survivor Department of Religious Studies, Universi- 2 rue Montcalm, Gatineau, QC J8X 4B4 testimony, education, Holocaust denial, ty of Ottawa. April 16, 2018 12 OTTAWAJEWISHBULLETIN.COM

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JTA DAVID B. BROOKS Ben Kweller, left, received a guitar from Bruce Springsteen’s longtime guitarist Nils Lofgren for his bar mitzvah. He was able to lend it back to Lofgren to save his show after the guitarists own instruments were stolen. In Pursuit of Peace in Israel and Palestine By Gershon Baskin Vanderbilt University Press, 2017 286 pages Bruce Springsteen’s

ershon Baskin’s In Pursuit of Peace in Israel and guitarist saved by Palestine is partially the autobiography of an American boy who grew up with Young Judea, old bar mitzvah gift participated in its Year in Israel program, and (JTA) - Bruce Springsteen’s longtime guitarist Gshortly afterwards decided to make Aliya. Nils Lofgren found himself in a pickle earlier this However, Baskin began reading books that offered a month: Just hours before a sold-out solo show different vision of Israel, books that argued for an end in Dallas, he discovered that his four vintage gui- to occupation of the West Bank and for a separate state tars had been stolen. for the Palestinians. For the next 40 years – including Lofgren, who has also toured with Neil Young his time in the Israeli army – Baskin engaged in the and Ringo Starr, tweeted that he was “devastat- peace process, mainly by creating ways for Israelis and ed” by the robbery, but he promised fans that Palestinians to talk and work with one another. the show would go on. Evidence in support of that approach comes as, chap- Thankfully the search for a replacement axe ter by chapter, Baskin describes the various programs didn’t take too long. Lofgren remembered that and institutions that he has built, or helped to build, meet Palestinian conditions for restarting the peace his old friend Howard Kweller — now a doctor, in pursuit of peace – often despite opposition from the process. In the end, Netanyahu did not believe that the formerly Lofgren’s bandmate in middle school Israeli government. By the 1990s, the extent of Baskin’s United States had come through on Iran, so he did not — lives in north Texas. A little over two decades contacts and the quality of his advice came to be recog- feel obligated by his promise on Palestine. ago, Lofgren gave Kweller’s son Ben a guitar for nized. He was invited to join a secret team in the office In Pursuit of Peace in Israel and Palestine is a fine his bar mitzvah. Ben Kweller — who is a noted of former Israeli prime minister Yitzhak Rabin to pro- book that will help readers understand why it has indie rocker himself — was more than happy to vide advice on peace initiatives. Some years later, Baskin been so difficult to resolve the conflict. I have to chal- let Lofgren borrow the old bar mitzvah gift. became the main link between Israel and Hamas (the lenge one aspect of Baskin’s perspective, however. The “Nils knows that guitar and he’s played it Palestinian government of the Gaza Strip) during the latter part of the book focuses too much on high-level before,” Howard Kweller told CBS DFW. “He’s five years of negotiations that finally led to the release negotiations and too little on the work of non-govern- the ultimate performer. I have no doubt he’ll of captured Israeli soldier Gilad Schalit. mental organizations (NGOs). (Full disclosure: Baskin have an amazing show.” The last part of In Pursuit of Peace in Israel and Pal- and I have known each other since about 1990; we Ben Kweller has opened up about his Jewish estine shifts from specific institutions and programs worked together on several Israeli-Palestinian proj- identity, notably to the Britain’s Jewish Telegraph to the peace process in broader terms. Baskin focuses ects.) in 2004. He said that his family was the only Jew- on lessons learned, such as the proven value of joint For example, EcoPeace is a tri-national (Israel-Pal- ish one in Greenville, Texas, where he grew up, stakeholder mediation teams. He also finds that expe- estine-Jordan) NGO that focuses on water and envi- and that he became friends with his local rabbi. rience argues against dependence on a third party and ronmental issues in the region. It is wrong for Baski “Being a Jew in a small town helped me form in favour of direct Israeli-Palestinian conversations. He to state that water is among the “issues that have not my identity,” he told Mike Cohen. “I am proud argues that past peace initiatives show that protract- been elaborated previously.” Five years before the pub- to be Jewish.” ed conflicts require more than detailing how to start lication of this book, EcoPeace published a draft water In the end, Lofgren’s guitars were found by the process – they must also indicate principles for agreement that continues to play a role in formal and police, just a few days after he enjoyed the com- final-status issues. informal peace efforts. pany of an old friend. The most striking chapter in this part of the book relates the tough negotiations between former U.S. presi- David B. Brooks is a specialist in international water dent Barack Obama and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin issues. He is the co-author (along with Julie Trottier, Netanyahu. According to Baskin, the two reached agree- another Canadian) of An Agreement to Share Water ment that the United States would block Iran’s ability to Between Israelis and Palestinians, which was first pub- become a nuclear power and, in exchange, Israel would lished in 2010, with a revised version in 2012.

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First presented in 2010, the May Day community sing-along has seen increasingly larger audiences each year. With the 2018 event headlining sing- er-songwriter Eve Goldberg, organizers are expecting a large turnout. Gil’s Hootenanny is the enduring lega- cy of Gil Levine, who spent his life work- ing for social justice. The founding direc- tor of research at the Canadian Union of Public Employees, he was featured in ‘It seems especially important right now to be talking and singing about racism, indigenous issues, women’s rights, peace and human rights,’ the Ottawa Jewish Archives photography said musician Eve Goldberg who will be performing at Gil’s Hootenanny. exhibit, “Face to Face.” A great lover of folk music and an enthusiastic supporter of folk musicians, Levine believed in the her musical background and influenc- Motown, soul music, jazz, bluegrass, women’s rights, peace and human rights. collective power of song to bring people es. Growing up in the Boston area in a old-time and country music. “If I can help create a feeling of together to sing out for change. family committed to social justice, Gold- Goldberg, who relocated to Toronto belonging and possibility, I feel like I’ve When he died at 85 in 2009, three berg has vivid memories of her parents’ in 1981, has worked with such peace done my job.” words in his obituary — “plan a hoote- involvement in the civil rights, labour and social justice groups as the Toronto Gil’s Hootenanny 2018 will take place nanny” — started an Ottawa tradition. and peace movements. As her multi-in- Disarmament Network and the Jesuit on Tuesday, May 1, at 7:30 p.m. in the Gil’s Hootenanny has evolved into a fun, strumentalist, activist mom was taking Centre for Social Faith and Justice. She Clarke Room at the RA Centre, 2451 River- energetic event that celebrates not only her to see folk legends Sonny Terry and is also president of Local 1000 of the side Dr. Staffed by UNIFOR members, the the power of song to change the world, Brownie McGhee, as well as Pete Seeger, American Federation of Musicians, the RA Centre is accessible, has ample park- but also the contribution of one man to Goldberg’s sister was introducing her to local of touring folk and acoustic musi- ing and is well serviced by OC Transpo. make the world a better place. emerging singer-songwriters like Bonnie cians all over North America. Tickets are $10 at gilshootenanny.ca and Gil was a huge fan of Eve Goldberg. Raitt, James Taylor, Carole King and Joni Referring to Gil’s Hootenanny 2018, at Octopus Books (116 Third Ave.) and Anyone lucky enough to see her per- Mitchell. With echoes of her brother’s Goldberg says, “It seems especially Metro Music (695 Bank St.). Kids are free. form is captivated not only by her talent favourites, Bruce Springsteen and Bob important right now to be talking and For more information on Eve Goldberg, go and charisma but also by the depth of Seger in the air, she also fell in love with singing about racism, indigenous issues, to www.evegoldberg.com Spring into health with help of Na’amat fundraiser

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“GIVING IS RECEIVING” – ATTRACTIVE CARDS AVAILABLE FOR ALL OCCASIONS Here’s a great opportunity to recognize an event or convey the appropriate sentiment to someone important to you and at the same time support the Lodge. Call orders may be given to Cathie at 728-3990, 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. You may also go to: www.hillel-ltc.com and click on the “Donate Now” button to make your donations. Cards may be paid for by Visa or Mastercard. Contributions are tax deductible. April 16, 2018 OTTAWAJEWISHBULLETIN.COM 19 The Indian-Jewish chicken recipe you’re going to crave BY SONYA SANFORD 2. On medium-high heat, heat a large (The Nosher via JTA) – The vastness of Dutch oven or deep skillet with a lid. Donations, continued the Jewish diaspora has gifted us with a Add a drizzle of oil to the pot and then wealth of interesting types of culinary brown the chicken pieces on each side, From page 18 Boards of the Lodge and LTC Foundation mergers. Mukmura (or Mahmoora) is a about 2-3 minutes per side or until gold- Pleet, Carol and Laurie Pascoe, Harold and R’Fuah Shlema: dish of braised chicken and almonds in a en brown. Remove the browned chicken Rosalie Schwartz, the Department of Social Irma Sachs by Malca and Chuck Polowin slightly sweetened tangy lemon sauce. It and reserve. Work, Elizabeth and Jean Serge Richard, Myles Taller by Marilyn and Daniel Kimmel can easily be made in advance for enter- 3. Over medium heat, add the diced Stella and Sheila Beck, Judith Weinman Stephen Schneiderman by the Boards and taining, Shabbat and holidays. onions to the same pot (adding an addi- and Family, Debra and Gary Viner, Annie, staff of the Lodge and LTC Foundation and Steven, Mildred and Robin Wold, Elise and Irwin and Audrey Kreisman tional drizzle of oil if needed) and sauté Scott Weiler and Daniel Wold In Honour of: MUKMURA CHICKEN until softened and beginning to turn ****************** Marl Tolchinsky Best wishes on your birthday Makes: 8 to 10 servings golden but not browned. In Memory of: by Bill and Laurie Chochinov Prep time: about an hour to 90 min. 4. Add the garlic, ginger, and turmeric to Antoinette Capelle by Hannah, Getel and Nanaho Kamei and Neal Cohen Mazel Tov on 4-5 lb. chicken, cut into 8-10 pieces sauté for another 1-2 minutes. Lenny Silberman your marriage by Eli, Sharon, Melanee and 1 tsp kosher salt, or to taste 5. Return browned chicken to the pot in Lillian Laks by Camp B’nai Brith Ottawa, Netanya Cohen 2-3 Tbsp oil a single layer. Pour the water over the Debbie and Howie Krebs, Ingrid Levitz, Norm Zagerman wishing you the best for 1 medium white or yellow onion, chicken. Eric and Joy Weisbloom, Barbara, Alex and Passover by Stephen and Debra Schneider- chopped fine (about 1½ cups) 6. Bring to a simmer and then lower the Lisa Elkin, Stephen and Debra Schneider- man and Marty Saslove 2 large garlic cloves, minced fine heat and cover the pot for 20 minutes. man, the staff and Boards of the Lodge and Bill James Happy 80th Birthday by Avraham 1 Tbsp fresh grated ginger 7. Add the raisins, almonds, lemon juice LTC Foundation, Irwin and Audrey Kreis- Iny, John Tavel, Barry Baker, Michael man, Lisa, Samantha and Rachel Levin, Molot, Irving Swedko, Russell Kronick and 1½ tsp ground turmeric and agave syrup or sugar to the pot. If Davina Mills, Don and Anne Suss, Adam Ron Spivak 1 cup water your water has significantly reduced, add and Renelle Brown, Josh Engel and Nick Steve and Barbara Levinson Mazel Tov on the ¼ cup raisins, rinsed a little more water so there’s liquid in the and Donna Stanoulis birth of your grandson by Debra and Ste- ¼ cup sliced or slivered unsalted pot. Cover with the lid again and simmer Sam Litwack by the residents, staff and Boards phen Schneiderman almonds, without skin an additional 15 to 20 minutes, or until of the Lodge and LTC Foundation, Stephen Malka Feig Best wishes on your special Birth- ¼ cup fresh lemon juice the chicken is cooked through with an and Debra Schneiderman and Sheila Bahar day by Golda, Ned, Noam, Leora and Yona 1½ Tbsp agave syrup or 2 tsp sugar internal temperature of at least 165°F. Vita Winthrop by the residents, staff and and Jean (Jennie) Morin 2 Tbsp chopped fresh mint, or to taste 8. Transfer chicken to a serving dish, Boards of the Lodge and LTC Foundation Margo Rosen Mazel Tov on the 50th Anni- Lemon wedges, for garnish pour the sauce over, and top with and Sheila Bahar versary of your Bat Mitzvah by Carl and chopped mint and lemon wedges. Serve Doreen Rattew by the residents, staff and Lorna Raskin 1. Season chicken with a teaspoon of with rice or your favourite side. kosher salt. www.TheNosher.com.

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If you’ve been a member of the Auxiliary President. Ask Sam about the Lodge’s Sukkah that the Litwacks Jewish Community of Ottawa in generously donated and he will tell you that when Sara Kizell who used to take the last 60+ years, then you care of the Sukkah moved to Florida, that Dora decided that she and Sam would probably know Sam and Dora provide the Sukkah and insure that it was decorated for the residents. Dora Dora and Sam Litwack Litwack…or at least you have quickly added that Howie Osterer would bring the Jewish boy and girl scouts to bumped in to them at shul, the JCC or another community function – they help decorate the Sukkah. have both been active volunteers of Hillel Lodge for many decades before Ask Sam about his time volunteering for the Va’ad Ha’ir and at Beth Shalom and becoming residents. singing in the choir for over 35 years, and he’ll smile and humbly share with you They met in the mid 1950’s when Dora was in her mid-teens and asked her that he did what he could and thankfully as business improved they could do mother to travel from Montreal, where they lived, to meet Dora’s uncle (her more for the community. Then with a smile and wink he points to Dora’s art and mother’s brother) Morris Berliner who lived in Ottawa and owned a car dealer- tells you “she’s unbelievable, she never had an art lesson until she was over 40 ship. Dora hadn’t met her uncle previously and her mother agreed. Mr. Berliner years old. She has a gift”. was excited to see his sister and his niece, but didn’t know what he would do to Sam and Dora celebrated their 60th Anniversary at Hillel Lodge surrounded by entertain a young teenage girl, so he asked Moe Litwack (Sam’s brother) to their children and grandchildren, as well as many friends and family. Dora spoke introduce Dora to a young man in Ottawa. Moe suggested his younger brother beautifully about her husband, family and friends and the importance of being Sam. Sam and Dora’s rst date was in Ottawa, double dating with Moe and his involved in the community and Hillel Lodge in particular, and at the Kiddush wife. Sam and Dora were married a few years later on August 25, 1957. following services – Sam sang without musical background to the love of his life As a teenager, Sam worked for the Mirsky family at Pure Spring. What you learn – Dora. quickly when talking to Sam is that he isn’t looking for recognition; he often Sam Litwack (of blessed memory) passed away on March 22, 2018. changes the subject to his dear wife Dora. Ask him about his time serving on the Hillel Lodge Board and he’ll tell you that Dora volunteered with the Women’s Auxiliary of Hillel Lodge for over 50 years, including a time as the By Mitch Miller, Executive Director, Hillel Lodge LTC Foundation April 16, 2018 20 OTTAWAJEWISHBULLETIN.COM It’s the best and worst of times – as usual any remember the opening paragraph of A of Israel. The truth is that, when it comes to dialogue Tale of Two Cities by Charles Dickens: about the state of Israel, it is both the “spring of hope” It was the best of times, it was the worst RABBI STEVEN H. GARTEN and the “winter of despair.” Those who are “lovers of of times, it was the age of wisdom, it was the Israel” see both sides simultaneously. Mage of foolishness, it was the epoch of belief, it was the A VIEW FROM Nor do we have to travel thousands of kilometres to epoch of incredulity … it was the spring of hope, it was THE BLEACHERS worry about threats to our survival. There is no dearth the winter of despair. of geshreying about the state of the Ottawa Jewish I would venture to say, however, that just as many community. Not enough children enrolled in Jewish have forgotten an equally poignant set of polar-oppo- schools. Not enough Jewish members of the SJCC. site perceptions: In 1957, then British prime minister many are focused on the apathy among millennials. Not enough adults filling the pews on Shabbat. Too Harold Macmillan marked the end of postwar gloom Many are focused on the Boycott, Divestment, Sanc- much Jewish poverty and too little response. Not near- by declaring that “most of our people never had it so tions (BDS) movements on campuses or in govern- ly enough money donated to the annual Federation good.” But, 43 years earlier, in 1914, another British ment houses. Many are focused on the challenges campaign. Too many “old” people making community statesman, foreign secretary Sir Edward Grey, prescient- posed to the values of North American Jewish and decisions. The list of complaints is endless. Spend one ly remarked: “The lamps are going out all over Europe; Israeli liberals by the Israeli government’s support for hour on the community campus and you can fill an we shall not see them lit again in our lifetime.” policies that appear to reject cherished values of gen- entire external hard drive. Are we in a Macmillan moment or a Grey moment? der equity, equality and inclusion. Yet, here too, the opposite prevails. We are a com- Is it the best of times or the worst of times? The ongoing conflict between the push of a small munity struggling against societal tides of accom- If you are not one to remember the opening lines orthodox religious minority for a theocracy and the modation, absorption and assimilation. Yet we have of Dickens’ great novel, or the musings of two obscure majority of Israelis for a democratic Jewish state takes community institutions that continue to swim against British political figures, maybe you remember the chil- up a significant amount of Jewish conversation. Many those tides. Our Jewish schools still believe in their dren’s story of Chicken Little. It is the tale of the little Jews are willing to place all the blame on Israel for the mission to preserve the Jewish people. Our univer- chick that causes widespread panic when he mistakes lack of progress toward a two-state solution. I could sity campus programs build pride and advocacy for a falling acorn for a piece of the sky. He goes about the continue to enumerate the ways in which we Jews cry our future. Both universities in town offer a rich barnyard crying that the “sky is falling.” out that the sky above the State of Israel is falling. assortment of Jewish learning opportunities. Our syn- The chick sees events surrounding him and inter- Yet, in spite of grave security issues, Israel’s agogues have swiftly replaced successful, but aging, prets them all to suggest that calamity is around the advancements in science and technology are to be rabbis with young and vibrant successors. Our com- corner. Eventually everyone begins to see the world as envied. Under a constant barrage of external threats, munity celebrations and observances may not have Chicken Little sees it – catastrophe and chaos bearing Israeli culture, literature, film, dance, music and the- the perfect demographic mix, but they remain vibrant down on all. I have often wondered whether this story atre are all not just surviving, but flourishing. Despite and inclusive for all. was originally written in Yiddish. It seems to reflect the attempts to paint Israel as an apartheid regime by the The truth is that, here in Ottawa, it is the “age of normative pattern of our Jewish world. world’s leftists and many members of the Jewish com- foolishness and the epoch of belief.” I don’t know that Take Israel, for example. When speaking of Israel, munity, the rule of law reigns supreme for all citizens it ever was or ever will be any different.

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Jews are just like everybody else – accommodate changes that are seen as rapid. Accep- GUEST COLUMN we should not be surprised by the tance of women in the Rabbinate, or even as part of a minyan, is just one example of this struggle. BARBARA OKUN Harvey Weinsteins of the world, In general, a culture of compliance can significantly but those who knew what he was doing affect women’s participation and effectiveness. There and remained silent are the ones who may be no paucity of law or regulation, but simply prejudices and a lack of will to make changes. In the tephanie Shefrin’s recent column (Ottawa Jewish rightly feel shame. recent Larry Nassar scandal, one person at the top is Bulletin March 5) is a welcome analysis of the quoted as refusing to comply with regulations being effect of the #MeToo movement on the Jewish Institutions, both large and small, often turn a blind enforced by a female athletic director because “he world. However, she misses the mark by confus- eye to such transgressions, even though there may be would never work for a woman.” Ultimately, corrup- Sing kinds of abuse with the causes of abuse. Human strong regulations in place to prevent such behaviour. tion set in and permeated the institution at all levels. beings are competitive by nature, and some will use any Those in the know may think that they can keep it Canadian examples of similar events at the CBC, for means possible to attain an advantage over others. The under control or keep things under wraps. But by hid- instance, probably show us only the tip of the iceberg. subjugation of potential competitors through crude or ing such transgressions (a clear misuse of power), they Psychologist Jordan Peterson has postulated that cruel means effectively eliminates people from the pool. enable the perpetrators and encourage them to contin- women often fare poorly in the competitive work Ultimately, though, everyone suffers when those who ue. Other observers/witnesses may truly be helpless to world because they are too “agreeable” to negotiate might contribute to the well-being and progress of a effect change, or feel safe that they will not be affected. these challenging job situations. But another reason society are effectively silenced and sidelined this way. Jewish society has often been cast as less affected may be that they understand it too well, and know Furthermore, Jews are just like everybody else – we by such behaviour. Our longstanding focus on shaping that the current system is simply too stacked against should not be surprised by the Harvey Weinsteins of behaviour to achieve highly moral and ethical stan- them to succeed. Holding up examples of token the world, but those who knew what he was doing and dards has borne fruit in many ways, based on the most women in particular positions as evidence to the con- remained silent are the ones who rightly should feel basic of principles laid down by our ancestors – every- trary serves only to distract us from the truth. shame. thing else is commentary, as we have heard so often. Regardless of the abuse or misuse of power referred Of course, not everyone will behave badly to achieve Our ancient and complex religion requires a high to in the #MeToo movement, Jewish institutions may success. There are people who are so clearly able and degree of compliance, and that has created a cohe- indeed benefit from examining the limits often placed qualified that there is no question they merit their sive group with shared values. But some aspects of on women’s roles, full participation and leadership. positions. But lesser mortals may resort to other means modernity, particularly leveling the playing field in Simply dismissing women from the arena, for histor- to attain and achieve a position or status. It is hard for terms of pedigree, gender and other personal choices, ical, cultural or religious reasons handily solves the them, or us, to admit to this, since we like to espouse makes very high demands that challenge this kind of issue for some – and turns a collective back on the rest. kindness, empathy and fairness in all our actions. But compliance. The struggle to incorporate at least some Ottawa resident Barbara Okun has worked as a some people’s underlying weaknesses compel them to of these changes within all major Jewish movements speech-language pathologist, cantorial soloist and Jewish use harassment or abuse, or to misuse their power. understandably results in friction when attempting to educator in Canada and the United States. April 16, 2018 OTTAWAJEWISHBULLETIN.COM 23

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ONGOING EVENTS A joint program with Machzikei Hadas marking Movie & Nosh Night: “DeliMan: The Movie” Israel’s 70th anniversary. Speakers: Rabbis Howard 7-9 pm, Kehillat Beth Israel Congregation, Seeing Israel through a feminist lens: Ottawa Finkelstein, Idan Scher and Reuven Bulka. Service 1400 Coldrey Ave. Women’s Tour to Israel conducted by Cantor Yair Subar. Dessert reception to Contact: [email protected] April 22-May 2 follow. Cost: $10 members/$15 non-members. All are welcome. Limited space remains for a unique tour of Israel. For details contact Paula Agulnik, [email protected] THURSDAY, APRIL 19 Top 5 Threats to Israel’s Security....and what Israel or [email protected]. is doing about it Yom Ha’Atzmaut Flag Raising Ceremony 7:30-9 pm Shabbat in the Heights Bus Trip 11 am-12 pm, City Hall, Marion Dewar Square, 110 Contact: Ilana Albert-Novick, [email protected] April 26-29 Laurier Ave. Cost: $18 advance/$20 door. Avi Dichter, member of Info and RSVP: Devora Caytak, RSVP: Ella Dagan, [email protected] the Israeli Knesset for the Likud will present insight [email protected] In celebration of Israel’s 70th anniversary. A bus will into Israel’s security. Sponsor: JNF Ottawa Tavel by luxury coach to the Crown Heights neigh- leave the SJCC at 10:30 am to take people to the event. bourhood in New York. THURSDAY, APRIL 26 Yom Ha’Atzmaut Please note, for more ongoing events, visit https:// 5-9 pm, SJCC David Moskovic Testimony jewishottawa.com/community-calendar. Contact: Ella Dagan, [email protected] 7-9 pm, Barney Danson Theater at the Canadian War Community-wide celebration. Sponsor: SJCC, Museum, 1 Vimy Pl. TUESDAY, APRIL 17 Vered Israel, JFO Contact: Mina Cohn, [email protected] Video testimonial featuring David Moskovic, followed Yom HaZikaron SATURDAY, APRIL 21 by a short talk on “The Enduring Importance of 7-8:15 pm Eyewitness Accounts” by Professor Jennifer Evans of Contact: Ella Dagan, [email protected] Tot Shabbat - Celebrating Israel! the Department of History at Carleton University. Memorial ceremony for Israel’s fallen soldiers and 10:30 am-12:30 pm, Kehillat Beth Israel Congregation, victims of terror. Sponsor: Vered Israel Cultural and 1400 Coldrey Ave. SUNDAY, APRIL 29 Educational Program, SJCC, the Embassy of Israel. Contact: [email protected] Enjoy special treats and celebrate Israel’s 70th An Evening of Inspiration - The CFHU Ottawa WEDNESDAY, APRIL 18 Birthday! Scholarship Fund 7-9 pm, Canada Science and Technology Museum, Malca Pass Library Book Discussion Group SUNDAY, APRIL 22 1867 St. Laurent Blvd. 7:30-9 pm, Kehillat Beth Israel, 1400 Coldrey Ave. Contact: Daniel Tor, [email protected] Contact: Maureen Kaell, [email protected] Photographing the Posthumous Landscape in Cost: $45. Canadian Friends of Hebrew University Cost: $5. “A Horse Walks into a Bar” by David Western Ukraine Ottawa Chapter launches a scholarship Fund support- Grossman will be reviewed by Rabbi Steven Garten. 10:30 am-12 pm ing students at Hebrew University. Hear from accom- Contact: Roslyn Wollock, [email protected] plished students about their experience combining Women’s Torah Study with Rabbi Zuker Cost: Free. Talk, illustrated with photos by David intensive reserve duty with their life in academia. 7-9 pm Kaufman about the precarious state of Jewish material Contact: [email protected] culture in Western Ukraine. CANDLE LIGHTING BEFORE Takes place in Rabbi Zuker’s home, space is limited. APRIL 20 7:37 MAY 11 8:03 Please RSVP by email. “Covenant: Then and Now” APRIL 27 7:46 MAY 18 8:11 MAY 4 7:55 MAY 25 8:19 1-2:30 pm, Sundays until May 6, 2018 Celebration and Prayer in honour of Israel’s 70th Temple Israel, 1301 Prince of Wales Dr. BULLETIN DEADLINES Anniversary Contact: Dar Blue, [email protected] WEDNESDAY, APRIL 25 FOR MAY 14 7:30-9:30 pm, Congregation Beit Tikvah of Ottawa, Taught by Rabbi Emeritus Steven Garten of Temple 15 Chartwell Ave. WEDNESDAY, MAY 9 FOR MAY 28 Israel. A survey course of what covenant means to WEDNESDAY, JUNE 6 FOR JUNE 25 Contact: 613-723-1800 or [email protected] some modern Jewish thinkers. * Early deadline: Community-wide Issue ** Early deadline: holiday closures (all dates subject to change)

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Condolences are extended to the families of: The Condolence Column Samantha Molot Glorianne Wittes Toronto is offered as a public service Joe Murray (aunt of Shelli Kimmel) May their memory to the community. There is no charge. For listing in this column, Samuel Litwack Abraham Neuman be a blessing always. Montreal please call 613 798-4696, ext. 274. Vita Winthrop (father of Pat Neuman) Voice mail is available. April 16, 2018 24 OTTAWAJEWISHBULLETIN.COM

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