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NATIONAL PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE JERRY WERGER JOSH COOPER OFFICER national president CHiEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER

Welcome to the Fall edition of Roots. We David’s Circle group to the United Na- this barren land has begun to prosper. are very excited to share what is happen- tions in New York, get a look at some of It is our privilege to be part of an orga- ing with JNF across Canada and Israel. our available projects, along with seeing nization whose 115-year-old mandate is We continue to be successful due to the all the hard work our cities have done to be the sole agency responsible for the generosity and support from our volun- and more. development and infrastructure of land teers and donors. All of this combined This year JNF will raise funds through in Israel. As JNF grows, we are able to with our communities as we continue to the High Holiday appeal for the youth support and preserve the State of Israel build, strengthen and revitalize the Land centre in Bnei Nezarim. Located on the for future generations. of Israel. border with Gaza and Egypt, Bnei Net- From our families to yours, we would This edition of Roots will give you an zaim was founded by Gush Katif evac- like to wish all of you a Chag Sameach opportunity to read about the outstand- uees. These pioneers understood the and a happy, healthy and sweet new year ing Negev Dinners that took place this importance of the Negev and put their to come. Shana Tovah! year, get a view on our exclusive King roots in the sand. With the help of JNF, 4 | KING DAVID CIRCLE VISITS THE UNITED NATIONS 9 | high holiday campaign 5 | FRANKLIN SIMKEVITZ Z"L 10 | JNF MISSIONS 6 | JNF U 12 | 2016 negev honourees 7 | AN ARAVA EXPERIENCE 41 | EDUCATION DEPT. UPDATE 42 | AVAILABLE PROJECTS JNF ACROSS THE COUNTRY 14 | VANCOUVER 22 | TORONTO 33 | REGIONAL ONTARIO 16 | CALGARY 30 | HAMILTON 34 | OTTAWA CAPTURE THIS MOMENT FOREVER IN 18 | EDMONTON 31 | WINDSOR 36 | MONTREAL 20 | WINNIPEG 32 | LONDON 40 | ATLANTIC

THE JNF GOLDEN BOOK OF MARRIAGE The paper used for this magazine is FSC certified, which promotes environmentally appropriate, socially beneficial and economically viable management of the world's forests. GIVE THE GIFT OF ISRAEL Link an important milestone to Israel by inscribing a couple’s name in JNF’s Golden Book of Marriage. This chronicle of Jewish life has recorded special events for generations. Whether it’s a new bride and groom or a golden anniversary, the JEWISH NATIONAL FUND OF CANADA couple will receive a beautiful certificate to mark the occasion. They’ll know that the big day will be remembered forever, and you’ll know that you’ve given them a truly meaningful gift linking them to the land of Israel. WISHES YOU A HAPPY NEW YEAR I I TO ORDER: JNFTORONTO.CA 416.638.7200 [email protected] WWW.JNF.CA 3 KING DAVID CIRCLE VISITS THE UNITED NATIONS Z"L In May 2016, the King David Circle had The next day was devoted to the UN; Danny Danon – Israel’s Ambassador and FRANKLIN SIMKEVITZ its annual gathering in New York City. the group was given a tour of the UN Permanent Representative to the U.N., Franklin Simkevitz was a well-known lessly as he travelled around, educating nors of his region. He was kind and fair Presidents gathered from across Canada including the General assembly and the Ambassador Marc-André Blanchard – name and face in the City of Hamilton people about the work of JNF. Frank to his staff, always ensuring them that to attend an exciting few days. The pur- Security Council. The tour was given by Canada’s Permanent Representative to as well as the Jewish communities of visited Jewish and non-Jewish commu- their lives and their families came first. pose of the gathering was to recognize Hadas Meitzad, Counsellor for political the U.N., Ambassador Michael Grant Regional Ontario for many years. As a nities, Rotary Clubs and more, encour- Frank was a leader, a mentor to many, and thank the people that have helped – Canada’s Deputy Permanent Repre- consummate community professional, aging people to visit Israel and see first- a mensch to all, and a true friend to all to make JNF Canada what it is today. THE PURPOSE OF sentative to the U.N. and Yotam Goren Frank served the regional Ontario Jew- hand the wonderful work of JNF and who knew him. The event opened with everyone gather- THE GATHERING WAS – First Secretary in the Permanent Mis- ish community with dedication and how Israel is so different than how it is Frank leaves behind his mother Eleanor, ing at the Waldorf Astoria Hotel to meet TO RECOGNIZE AND sion of Israel to the United Nations passion during his time as Executive Di- portrayed in the media. He took scores to whom he was very devoted, and his other participants. The first stop was THANK THE PEOPLE currently Vice Chair of the UN Fifth rector of the Jewish National Fund - Re- of people on missions to Israel with JNF beloved wife, Elaine. He was the lov- the “Neue Gallery” which was opened Committee. The event concluded with gional Ontario. and saw people fall as in love with the ing father and father-in-law of Howard especially for the group whom received THAT HAVE HELPED a dinner hosted by Ambassador David Frank was passionate about Israel and country as he was. Simkevitz and Laura Fisch, and Steven a private tour, including Gustav Klimt’s TO MAKE JNF CANADA Roet – Israel’s Deputy Permanent Rep- the Jewish National Fund, reaching out “Frank was esteemed by his co-workers Simkevitz and Lihor Abraham-Simkev- famous “Lady in Gold” portrait. From WHAT IT IS TODAY. resentative to the U.N. This event was and visiting the smaller communities and was considered to be my right hand itz, dear brother and brother-in-law of there it was off to Ambassador Ido Aha- attended by many Israeli and Canadian throughout Ontario, from Kingston to man. I could always go to Frank for in- Judy and Paul Kupferstein and devoted roni’s home, Israel’s Consul General to affairs, before settling down in a room diplomats working in the UN. What an Windsor, from Niagara Falls to Thunder sight and heart felt advice,” quoted Josh grandfather of Zoe, Eden, Margot and the tri-state area for a dinner reception set especially for the group. There, the unforgettable experience! Bay, ensuring they maintained a strong Cooper, CEO of JNF Canada. He worked Jonah. and a very interesting talk by the Am- group received four very interesting and relationship with the State of Israel. He in partnership with the Presidents, Frank will be profoundly missed. May bassador. eye opening briefings by Ambassador worked tirelessly and seemingly effort- Boards of Directors, volunteers and do- his memory be a blessing. 4 ROOTS WWW.JNF.CA 5 AN ARAVA JNFU EXPERIENCE LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM OF A JNF University (JNFU) is excited to binars expose students to different and rael once you have seen the country with launch our program for the 2016-2107 unique projects happening within Is- your own eyes.” LIFETIME academic year! JNFU will bring pro- rael on a daily basis. Students will also The JNFU program empowers students grams to campus that are educational, be paired with young professionals who by strengthening their resolve towards fun and showcase Israel’s achievements are in their field of study. These young Israel through education, social events THANKS in a positive light. Students will be ex- professionals will serve as mentors for and experiencing Israel firsthand. posed to the history of JNF and how Is- the JNFU students and will be avail- If you would like to apply for the JNFU raeli communities have benefited from able to them throughout the 2016-2017 Leadership Development program the projects brought to fruition by JNF academic year. The Leadership Develop- please check out our website at www. TO JNFU Canada. ment Program will begin in October and jnfu.ca Students who are part of the JNFU will conclude with a JNFU Mission to For more information on how to get Leadership Development Program will Israel in May. As noted by Joshua Clarke, involved, contact Anna Kos, Campus & JUSTIN POLGAR interact with professionals from Israel who attended the Mission in 2016, “It's Young Leadership Coordinator at anna. This past year, I completed my first aca- bread, I have been helping Oded and the fine details of their behaviour. Such close through monthly webinars. These we- much easier to convince people about Is- [email protected] or 416-638-7200 x143 demic year at the University of Waterloo team with the observations. observations are not possible with any studying Environmental Science, special- The Arava is the lowland part of the des- other bird unless caged. izing in Ecology. I was also a fellow for ert between the Dead Sea and Eilat. De- On an average day, I leave my apartment the inaugural year of JNFU, a program spite its harsh climate and average sum- just before 5 am to be sure to see a group that encourages the fellows to promote Is- mer temperatures climbing over 35°C, all of babblers before first light, just as they raeli accomplishments on university and sorts of plants and animals thrive in this are coming down from their roost tree. college campuses. Through JNFU I was environment. Seeing the orange sunrise every morning offered a position to work in the Arava The Arabian Babblers are the only so- and experiencing the impressive desert alongside Dr. Oded Keynan, as a field cial birds that live in Israel year round. wild life has made me fall in love with the assistant. Oded has been studying the They are also no more afraid of humans desert. All in all, I feel that I have experi- behaviour of the Arabian Babblers birds than they are of gazelles and they are bad enced the intense beauty of the Arava in a in the Shezaf Reserve near Hatzeva for flyers. These things allow for humans to meaningful and unique way. years. For the past two and a half months, approach the babblers and for us to be equipped with my bicycle, binoculars and within inches of the birds to observe the JONAH COOPER I am entering my second year of Health amazes me; some of which are difficult to Sciences at Wilfrid Laurier University find even within well- established,North in Waterloo. I am currently completing American facilities. This software, and an eight-week internship at the Central much more of the equipment and student Arava Research and Development Centre scholarships in the Central Arava R&D in Hatzeva, Israel. I came to the Arava to in Hazeva, were made possible due to the explore the development of and potential generosity of the JNF people and founda- treatments for Amyotrophic Lateral Scle- tions. rosis (ALS) in the laboratory of Dr. Niva I had heard about the fantastic scientific Russek-Blum. and technological discoveries being made While working on ALS research, I am us- in Israel. However, to have the privilege of ing zebrafish as the model organism since working alongside top researchers makes it shares 70% of its genome with humans. these stories more real to me. I am so For treatments, I mostly experimented grateful for the incredible research oppor- with a peptide, which is now on its way tunity that I have been provided with by to being published as an ALS preventative volunteering as an intern researcher in the measure (in collaboration with Dr. Rivki Arava. It allowed me to not only be part Ofir). of this groundbreaking research center, FOR MORE INFORMATION ON HOW TO GET INVOLVED, Every day, the next generation software but to learn more about myself and make CONTACT ANNA KOS, CAMPUS & YOUNG LEADERSHIP COORDINATOR: that is available in these laboratories friends from all over the world. 6 [email protected] OR CHECK OUT OUR WEBSITE AT WWW.JNFU.CA WWW.JNF.CA 7 JEWISH NATIONAL FUND OF CANADA HIGH HOLIDAY PROJECT 2016 HELP JNF CANADA ENHANCE THE LIVES FOR THOSE LIVING ON THE BORDER WITH THE DEVELOPMENT OF A NEW YOUTH CENTRE Located on the border with Gaza and Egypt, roots in the sand. With the help of JNF, this Bnei Netzarim was founded by Gush Katif barren land has begun to prosper. You can evacuees. These pioneers understood the help establish a Centre to accommodate importance of the Negev and put their the needs of their children and youth.

YOUR TEEN CAN SPEND 6, 8 OR 18 AMAZING WEEKS DISCOVERING 18-WEEK SEMESTER SESSIONS: Spring 2017 Jan. 22-May 25, 2017 ISRAEL THROUGH AN ACADEMIC JOURNEY OF A LIFETIME. Fall 2017 Aug. 27-Dec. 29, 2017 Alexander Muss High School in Israel: The school that prepares you for 8 -WEEK ACADEMIC SESSIONS: college…The experience that prepares you for life. December 2016 Nov. 29/16-Jan. 24/17 Poland/Israel 2017 Jan. 31-Mar. 31/17 Experience Jewish history • Discover Israel April 2017 Apr. 19-Jun. 15/17 Prepare for college • Make life-long friendships December 2017 Nov. 28/17-Jan. 23/18 Be a part of a global campus • Become inspired 6 - WEEK SUMMER SESSIONS: Summer 2017 Jun. 21/17 - Aug. 2/17 CONTRIBUTE TO THE SAFETY OF THESE CHILDREN BY DONATING Contact AMHSI Canadian Director of Admissions for more information: TO JNF’S 2016 HIGH HOLIDAY APPEAL Jacqueline Smolyar E: [email protected] T: 416-638-7200 x 130 TO DONATE OR LEARN MORE, CONTACT YOUR LOCAL JNF OFFICE 9 FEBRUARY 3 – FEBRUARY 12, 2017 CALGARY PHILHARMONIC JEWISH NATIONAL FUND OF CANADA Tour the sites of Israel while at the same time enjoy an opera performance of Lucia di Lammermoor, the Chamber of Music Ensemble in a private home, a recital with students from AICF and JAMO and a concert featuring Roberta Minczuk conducting TO the Israel Symphony Orchestra. A musical experience of a lifetime. FEBRUARY 26 – MARCH 9, 2017 MISSIONS ISRAEL THROUGH A WOMAN’S EYES This special women’s trip offers a new view of an old land! It will highlight the best of Israeli culture, art, design as well as experiencing Israeli wineries, the diverse and exit- OCTOBER 30 – NOVEMBER 14, 2016 ing culinary scene and fantastic shopping excursions. This trip will expand perceptions of Israel beyond traditional and religious ties to include the new, vibrant and dynamic ISRAEL & AMSTERDAM aspects of our beloved homeland. Participants will have the opportunity to experience a Jewish Heritage visit to Amsterdam and then continue on to Israel for a “first class” tour of unique sites and MARCH 5 – MARCH 13, 2017 visits not accessible on a regular tour. SMALL COMMUNITY MISSION NOVEMBER 6 – NOVEMBER 10, 2016 This is all about giving people a unique Israel experience. It is geared for those who have never been to Israel before or who have not been in quite some time. The Mission CULINARY & ADVENTURE is for Jews and non-Jews alike and comments from former participants have ALL been A trip for those who love food, wine and outdoor adventure, Explore Israel on bikes, extremely favourable with respect to the program content, food and accommodation. volunteer in a forest, enjoy a dragon boat experience, hard core army training and Israeli culture through food, wine and more. MAY 21 – MAY 26, 2017

JANUARY 13 – JANUARY 18, 2017 KING DAVID CIRCLE The annual gathering of the King David Circle will take place in Israel to coincide with the 50th anniversary of the “Reunification of Jerusalem”. This unforgettable JEWISH UNITY MISSION experience will include a ceremony on Yom Yerushalayim with special seating with Examine how Israel unifies the Jewish people. Explore the role of Pluralism in Israel the Prime Minister of Israel, a private visit with the President of Israel, a unique tour society. Study sacred Jewish text with Conservative, Orthodox and Reform thinkers. and dinner under the Kotel walls not yet visited by the public. Visit sites off the beaten path!

NOVEMBER 6-11, 2016 CULINARY AND ADVENTURE MISSION AUGUST 28 – SEPTEMBER 7, 2016 THROUGH THE EYES OF WOMEN

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Ron is an outstanding Canadian who has made great contributions to the business, sporting, educational and cultural framework of Hamilton and Burlington. He is an internationally respected entrepreneur and leads by example. He has been a great friend of the Jewish MEET OUR 2016 Community and an ongoing supporter of the State of Israel. Named Citizen of the Year in both Burlington and Hamilton, Ron has been recognized in many different ways through awards, including B’nai Brith Canada, and several halls of fame for both business and sports. He has devoted a lifetime of time and resources to scores of charitable and not-for-profit initiatives. RON FOXCROFT NEGEV DINNER HAMILTON David Shore is the London, Ontario-born, Emmy award winning creator of the TV series House. After several years of practicing law in Toronto, he moved to Los Angeles to pursue a career as a writer. David has written for The Practice, was a producer on Law & Order and executive HONOUREES producer for Family Law and Hack and is currently executive producer of the Amazon original series Sneaky Pete and of extremely popular Houdini and Doyle. David and his wife Judy are A dedicated community leader, Shirley’s determination has impacted numerous organizations. helping to create a better world through their dedicated work with the Save a Child’s Heart She has served on the Board of Directors of Jewish Family Service, Advisory Committee to Foundation in Israel, for which he has raised awareness of the foundation’s work among people the Dean of Arts at U.B.C, founded the Hebrew Free Loan Association, and has co-chaired DAVID SHORE in the film and TV world. campaigns for the Jewish Community Centre, the Jewish Museum & Archives of BC, and the LONDON Odd Squad Production Society. Shirley chaired the restoration of the old Jewish Cemetery at Mountain View and currently sits on The Schara Tzedeck Cemetery and Jewish Museum & Barbara Farber, President of Leikin Group, a commercial real estate company is a prominent Archives boards. She is the proud mother of Jonathan & David and grandmother to six little business leader and community builder. Chair of the Ottawa Heart Institute Foundation, SHIRLEY BARNETT ones. Barbara is also a former National President of United Israel Appeal Federations Canada and VANCOUVER founding Chair of both the Queensway Carleton Hospital Foundation and Algonquin College Foundation Board. She is a member of the Ottawa Community Foundation, a former Governor on the Algonquin College Board and Ottawa Airport Authority Board. Barb has received Together Carol and Larry z"l seemed to put more hours into volunteering than exist in a day. the 2010 Business Woman of the Year Award by Consumers’ Choice Awards, and the Queen Every one of their efforts has made each organization stronger and their philanthropy has Elizabeth II Gold and Diamond Jubilee Medals. embraced the Jewish community and far beyond. From the arts to the environment, education BARRY FARBER and health care, Carol and Larry have helped make Calgary a world-class city of commerce, OTTAWA compassion and creativity. They have always volunteered within every part of Calgary and Alex Eisen was born in Krakow in 1927. After having experienced and witnessed the terrors beyond, were broad in nature, bold in scope and deftly encompassed the corporate and social of the Holocaust, he arrived in Canada in 1948, the year of Israel’s birth. In Toronto he has fabric of Calgary. become well known as a dedicated pioneer on behalf of numerous causes including: JNF, CAROL & LARRY Z”L State of Israel Bonds, Beit Halochem, Reena, the Canadian Society for Yad Vashem, the Israeli RYDER CALGARY Holocaust Institute Massuah and many more. Alex Eisen is the only Canadian honoured by the United States Congress on behalf of the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum. He assumed a James Shapiro, was born in Leeds, England and obtained his medical degree at the University leadership role in erecting the Holocaust Monument in Earl Bales Park, North York, Ontario. of Newcastle upon Tyne. He is currently a Canadian Research Chair in transplantation and the Most recently, Alex conceived and spearheaded a major campaign to create “Megillat Hashoah: Director of the Clinical Islet Transplant Program at the University of Alberta in Edmonton, ALEX EISEN The Shoah Scroll.” Canada. He is Professor of Surgery, Medicine and Surgical Oncology. Shapiro is known for TORONTO developing the Edmonton Protocol, an islet transplantation technique which has allowed many severe diabetics to stop taking insulin entirely, although the duration of this insulin independence does vary. James continues to lead the Edmonton team which is by far the most DR. JAMES SHAPIRO successful and active islet transplant program worldwide. EDMONTON LOOK OUT FOR

Peter Leipsic, is one of the most respected and renowned figures in the insurance industry JNF TORONTO'S in Manitoba and has been an active and appreciated member of our community for many BRAND NEW years. He has an extensive record of national and local community service including leadership positions that include: the Jewish National Fund, Jewish Federation of Winnipeg, Shaarey LAWN SIGN Zedek Synagogue, Heart and Stroke Foundation and The Red Cross, just to name a few. Peter’s commitment to protect others both as a professional and as a philanthropist inspired him to CAMPAIGN support the Shelter for Victims of Domestic Violence in Rishon LeZion, Israel. PETER LEIPSIC WINNIPEG

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A special thank you to all those who made this year’s Negev Bernice Carmeli, our convenors, Shirley Schwartz and Penny Dinner a record breaking year. In particular, many thanks Sprackman, and to all our Negev Dinner committee and Board to all our valued donors, our honouree, Shirley Barnett, our members. NEGEV DINNER 2016 PROJECT: THE VANCOUVER SHELTER MC, Shane Foxman, our dinner chairs, Ilene-Jo Bellas and RECORD BREAKING NEGEV DINNER L’DOR VADOR, ENGAGING THE NEXT GENERATION

JNF Future, the young adult arm of JNF Museum & Archives of BC to host a family Pacific Region, has been working in friendly walking tour which highlighted partnership with several other Jewish historical landmarks of the Jewish organizations to engage the next generation. community in Vancouver. In August, JNF In January, we partnered with the Jewish Future held its 7th annual Summer Sail, a Community Centre of Greater Vancouver harbour cruise for young adults. The cruise to host an event for families with young featured a “Love Boat” theme for Tu B’Av. children for Tu Bi’Shevat. In March, we In the coming months, we will be hosting connected with the Louis Brier Home & a cocktail party in November for couples, Hospital for a Purim pizza party which while December will feature our annual brought together multiple generations and JNF Future Hanukkah/New Year’s event in included a costume parade. partnership with Axis, which promises to For July, we worked with the Jewish be one of the best parties in town. The Jewish National Fund of Canada, the Premier of BC, Christy Clark and which will be named the Vancouver Pacific Region held its Negev Dinner enjoyed a special performance from Shelter. It will be run and operated on April 10th, 2016. This year’s sold Israeli trumpet player, Arik Davidov. by the Israeli nonprofit organization, out event honoured Shirley Barnett, a We are pleased to report that this “No to Violence Against Women” who dedicated community leader. Guests year’s Negev Dinner raised $1 million, work with women and children fleeing attending the gala at the Four Seasons a historic fundraising milestone for the domestic abuse. MAZEL TOV AND WELCOME TO JNF! On August 25th, the President of the Pacific growing JNF family. In addition, a hearty mazel Hotel in downtown Vancouver were Pacific Region. These funds will be used Region changed from Frank Sirlin to David tov to our JNF staff member, Moran Nir and her joined by several dignitaries, including to rebuild a shelter in Rishon Le Zion Goldman. We thank Frank for his hard work family on the arrival of their son, Daniel who and dedication and welcome David to the ever was born on Mother’s Day. JNF VANCOUVER OFFICE 950 West 41st Avenue #301 604.257.5155 jnfvancouver.ca Executive Director: Ilan Pilo Vancouver, B.C. V5Z 2N7 [email protected] 14 ROOTS WWW.JNF.CA 15 YOUNGEST PERSON RECEIVES JNF CALGARY SHEM TOV AWARD On June 22nd, Jacob Gurevitch was presented volunteered for the Negev Gala. His role is JNF CALGARY with the Calgary community Shem Tov Award for now cemented with JNF Calgary, and Jacob has his leadership and support of JNF Calgary. Jacob now been appointed “The JNF Canada Youth is a very special and unique grade 9 student, and Ambassador for Calgary”. With his unwavering his involvement with JNF was evident during the belief in the organization, his dedicated spirit and Tu Bi ‘Shevat telethon. His motivation to succeed his love of Israel, Jacob will inspire others of his was infectious and he achieved remarkable results generation to get involved, visit Israel and be part for the Tu Bi’shevat campaign and willingly of the future of JNF young leadership in Calgary.

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This year’s Negev Gala, in honour of Carol downtown Jerusalem which is being cafes, boutiques and nearby food stalls. JEWISH NATIONAL FUND OF CALGARY and Larry (z”l) Ryder, took place in the done in partnership with the Jerusalem A spectacular feature will be the urban beautiful Jack Singer Hall on May 12th Foundation of Canada. green roof that will be transformed into with a fine Israeli inspired performance Established in 2009, Muslala is a a green oasis in downtown Jerusalem. by the Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra. non-profit organization that has a Only the imagination can limit what The Orchestra was under the direction strong community based arts and takes place here, but planners expect of the dynamic young Israel conductor environmental focus. It’s a place where it to become a place for ecological IS PROUD TO HONOUR Daniel Cohen and featured Israeli people can visit, play, create art, attend workshops, experimental urban farming soloist Avi Avital, considered one of performance and learn. Part of it and home to the Jerusalem Beekeeping the world’s leading classical mandolin consists of an indoor cultural hub that Association. The whole plan is a daring blue - 300 c players. Funds raised for the Negev Gala will contain studio and performance adventure at creating new ways for gree n - 362 c this year were directed to a visionary spaces and workshops. There is room Jerusalem to interact and seek creative brown - 1535 c urban development in Jerusalem called for office space for organizations that pathways to explore modern urban The Carol & Larry z”l Ryder Indoor have partnership projects with Muslala. living in what is often a troubled region. AL OSTEN Terrace. This involves the redevelopment There will be learning spaces and a SAVE THE DATE: of the rather tired Klal Centre in library open to the public, as well as WEDNESDAY, MAY 10, 2017 JNF CALGARY OFFICE 1607- 90th Avenue S.W. 403.255.0295 jnfcalgary.ca Executive Director: Sandra Fayerman Calgary, Alberta T2V 4V7 [email protected] 16 ROOTS WWW.JNF.CA 17 Shapiro noted that with continued research, bright young scientists and global efforts to share research, JNF edmonton their goal can be achieved, and they can help make the world a better place. To the public and to the world though, Dr. Shapiro’s work amounts to much more than baby steps, his work is ground breaking, meaningful, forward thinking, life saving, and heroic. In many ways Dr. Shapiro demonstrates what so many of us hold near and dear about the city of Edmonton, and our community. JACK AND MARILYN COHEN 2011 NEGEV DINNER PROJECT: FAMILY SOLDIER MEETING PLACE AND RECREATION AREA Like so many Edmonton success stories, he has remained something of a hidden gem, doing amazing work, receiving global recognition but remaining humble and NEGEV GALA dedicated to his cause more than anything else. The 2016 Negev Gala was in support of the Arava Research HONOURING Development Centre in particular the Biotechnology and Medical Plant Laboratory. Proceeds from the Gala will also help support DR. JAMES continued research initiatives and collaborations between Dr. James Shapiro and the Institute of Medical Research Israel-Canada. By Dan Moser of Edmonton Jewish News SHAPIROM.D., PH.D., FRCSC The Jewish community of Edmonton work a face and helped translate the sure Dr. Shapiro spoke to his audience gathered on June 23, 2016 to honour Dr. medical and scientific component to in laymen’s terms. Sobel and Dr. Shapiro James Shapiro at this year’s 2016 Negev his work into humanity. In touching were able to keep their conversation light, JNF CELEBRATES Gala. Dr. Shapiro was honoured for moments both Stephen and Sari were including jokes and funny anecdotes JNF EDMONTON his ground breaking achievements and brought to tears when describing their here and there; Dr. Shapiro noted he used continued research in the treatment of own personal relationships with Dr. the name Edmonton Protocol because of YOM HA’AZTMAUT AND diabetes. He is specifically known for the Shapiro, and how his work, and his a Robert Ludlum book he was reading at WELCOMES NEW development and implementation of an care had improved their lives. A former the time, and the name just stuck. islet transplantation technique known as Mayor of the City of Edmonton, Stephen Discussing the future was something YOM YERUSHALAYIM the ‘Edmonton Protocol.’ Mandel added, “The City of Edmonton that Dr. Shapiro spoke about quite BOARD MEMBERS Dr. Shapiro was an excellent choice as an owes you (Dr. Shapiro) a great deal of passionately. The use of stem cells JNF is the definition of a grassroots organization. From humble honouree because much of his research gratitude; we thank you tremendously and continued research is the key beginnings JNF continues to set goals and achieve those goals and work displays a strong connection for this (the Edmonton Protocol).” to unlocking a permanent cure for with the help of strong lay leadership. Dedicated volunteers can between Israel and Edmonton, an ideal After a brief introduction from Global diabetes, and further reducing the truly make a difference and help in guiding their local offices partnership for the JNF of Edmonton. TV’s Mike Sobel, he and Dr. Shapiro patient’s dependency on insulin and strategize and execute campaigns and events. Thank you to the Some of the highlights of the evening had a seat on stage and engaged in a anti-rejection medications. Dr. Shapiro outgoing board members and we welcome the new members. were the very personal testimonials discussion on Dr. Shapiro’s life, his work, emphasized that although the Edmonton and tributes to Dr. Shapiro’s work by and the intricacies of the Edmonton Protocol and islet transplantation are Thank you to outgoing board members: members of our own Edmonton Jewish Protocol and diabetes research. Sobel important discoveries and procedures, Karen Farkas, Gary Goldsand, Erin Isman, Abe Pelioski, JNF celebrates Yom Ha’aztmaut and Yom Yerushalayim community: Stephen Mandel, and Sari moderated the discussion brilliantly there is still a long way to go before his Alan Richter at local community events to promote Israel awareness. Leung. Hearing and seeing Sari and making the always-humble Dr. Shapiro goal and dream of curing Type I diabetes Michelle and Sam Marcushamer represented JNF in a torch JNF Edmonton welcomes new board members:: lighting ceremony for Yom Ha'atzmaut on Sunday, May Stephen give such emotional and moving feel comfortable and open up while also permanently is realized; “it’s baby steps, Sharon Bookhalter, Dan Kacew, Reisa Segal, Jane Soifer, speeches really helped give Dr. Shapiro’s instigating conversation, and making but steps in the right direction.” Dr. 12, 2016 and on Sunday, June 5, the Jewish community Erin Wright marched from Talmud Torah to the Beth Israel waving JNF EDMONTON OFFICE 10220-156 Street N.W. #200 780.481.7881 jnfedmonton.ca flags and cheering in celebration of Yom Yerushalayim. Executive Director: Jason Cairns Edmonton, Alberta T5P 2R1 [email protected] 18 ROOTS WWW.JNF.CA 19 JNF WINNIPEG

telling Peter Leipsic’s life story and remarks introducing his father Peter his motivation to support the Shelter Leipsic, there wasn’t a dry eye in the hall for women and children, victims of while listening to the words of praise NEGEV GALA 2016 PROJECT: IN SUPPORT OF A SHELTER FOR VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE FOR “NO TO VIOLENCE AGAINST WOMEN” domestic violence in Rishon LeZion, and appreciation for his father: “I am Israel. “Domestic violence is a serious deeply honoured to be here tonight problem worldwide and in Israel as introducing my father as he receives this well. When JNF presented me with this tremendous honour from the JNF and opportunity to help women and children the very community he loves so deeply”; to have a fresh start, it really touched my also said …”thank you dad for all that NEGEV GALA heart and it was a no brainer for me, you have done for our family and for Karen and I decided to support it”, said me personally, for the time and sacrifice Peter. and love, but also for having shown me A Negev Gala Citation was presented the meaning of Tzedakah through your HONOURING to the honouree by the Negev Gala 2016 daily actions. I could not have asked for co-chairs Keith Jordan, President of a better role model.” Hub International, Mel Lazareck, Kerrie The evening concluded with Halprin, Richard Leipsic and Michael Matisyahu, one of the biggest exponents Leipsic. of the Jewish Hip Hop Reggae that took PETER LEIPSIC One of the most touching moments the stage with his band to entertain the THE CENTENNIAL CONCERT HALL TUESDAY, MAY 31, 2016 of the evening was Jonathon Leipsic audience with his music. On Tuesday May 31 at the Centennial Concert Hall, our community gathered in big numbers at the Centennial Concert Hall to attend our 63th Negev Gala honouring PETER LEIPSIC AND HIS FAMILY VISITED THE SHELTER FOR Peter Leipsic. The evening started with a VIP reception attended by major sponsors and supporters VICTIMS OF DOMESTIC VIOLENCE IN RISHON LEZION, ISRAEL of the Gala, at the end of the Concert a son Jonathon, his daughter in law Karly delicious dessert reception was served for all and his grandchildren Isabella (eleven), attendees and supporters to enjoy. Carsyn (nine) and Ty (six). Very touched The Masters of Ceremony JNF Board by his experience, Ty, Peter’s grandson President Karla Berbrayer and Vice- said he would like to donate the money President, Jessica Cogan made all proper he saved to his trip to Israel to the Shelter, introductions and laid out the order of so that the children can buy popsicles. proceedings for the evening. The Canadian The family members and the staff were and Israeli National anthems were performed of the Centennial Concert Hall were Lazareck, past President and long-time moved and proud! by Yona Choir led by Lina Streltsov. demonstrating against JNF as part JNF supporter; the President’s Medal The entire family was thrilled to have The Honourable Heather Stefanson,of the BDS movement in an attempt was presented to Karla Berbrayer visited the Shelter, seeing the conditions Deputy Premier, Minister of Justice and to delegitimize the work JNF does in who is stepping down after 4 years of the women and children have to endure; Attorney General of Manitoba brought Israel. Finally Ariel Karabelnicoff, the service leading the JNF Manitoba & Peter and Karen emphasized how greetings on behalf of the Provincial Executive Director MB & Saskatchewan Saskatchewan Region. Karla will be important was for their grandchildren Government and Mayor Brian Bowman Region brought his greetings. taking the role of Past President of When Peter Leipsic had to choose a wonderful to be able to support a project to realize how lucky they are, and made on behalf of the city of Winnipeg. Josh Following the speeches, the our branch and Jessica Cogan is the project to support In Israel, his approach that is going to change lives. I believe in them to want to help. They stated that Cooper, JNF National CEO, made remarks Bloomfield Medal for JNF dedicated incoming president. was clear: “I want to help people to the Jewish way, you can put your hands “We need to help the battered women so and spoke to the fact that protesters outside workers was presented to Mel A Tribute Video was screened, have a better life”. During his visit to the down, and pull people up.” there will be no more battered women Shelter for victims of domestic violence Peter Leipsic visited the shelter in Israel and there will be no more children living in Israel, he pointed out: “It is absolutely on April, 2016 with his wife Karen, his in fear.” JNF WINNIPEG OFFICE 225-530 Kenaston Blvd 204.947.0207 jnfwinnipeg.ca Executive Director: Ariel Karabelnicoff Winnipeg, Manitoba R3N 1Z4 [email protected] 20 ROOTS WWW.JNF.CA 21 JNF toronto JEWISH NATIONAL FUND OF TORONTO

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2016 NEGEV DINNER AlexSUNDAY, NOVEMBER Eisen 20, 2016 HONOUREE METRO TORONTO CONVENTION CENTRE JNFTORONTO.CA 416.638.7200 [email protected] IN SUPPORT OF A NEW REHABILITATION CENTRE ALEX"I accepted this honour EISENso that I could do more to support Israel. I was asked what project I wanted to support, I immediately said that I wanted to do FOR WOUNDED VETERANS IN ASHDOD something for wounded veterans. They are the defenders of Israel and the Jewish people. As a survivor, I want to adopt all of the young people serving. We must make every effort to help wounded veterans rebuild their lives.”

Alex Eisen is a very worthy Negev a man that is beloved by everyone who that there is a memorial monument for Diner honouree and his selection knows him because he has such a big those who perished in the Holocaust was overdue. He has been a tireless heart. Although he was a newcomer to at Earl Bales Park. Alex was one of a volunteer in the community for over Canada, he quickly became a pillar of handful of individuals who assumed a 50 years. He is a Holocaust survivor the community leading organizations leadership role in erecting monument who immigrated to Canada in 1948. such as: JNF, State of Israel Bonds, Beit and personally guaranteed its success He quickly became a pioneer on behalf Halochem, Reena, the Canadian Society to the municipal authorites who were of a variety of important Canadian and for Yad Vashem, the Israeli Holocaust required to approve the construction of Proceeds from the 2016 Negev of Israelis who have become disabled around Ashdod. Thousands of wounded Israeli causes. Alex is famous for always Institute Massuah and many more. Alex the site. Campaign will fund the physiotherapy in the line of duty or as victims of veterans will be treated at this new having tickets for a variety of charitable Eisen is the only Canadian honoured by JNF Toronto is thrilled to pay tribute and hydrotherapy wing serving terror. Those who are severely wounded centre which will have a transformative events in his coat and at the close of any the United States Congress on behalf of to a man who is truly deserving of being wounded veterans at the soon to be build during their military service, require effect upon their lives and the lives of meeting, you were sure to leave after the U.S. Holocaust Memorial Museum. called a JNF Negev Dinner Honouree. Beit Halochem Rehabilitation Centre in an individualized, intensive program their families. having purchased a few tickets! He is Many Torontonians take it for granted Ashdod. This facility is dedicated to from experienced physiotherapists and rehabilitating and rebuilding the lives there is currently so such facility in or JNF TORONTO OFFICE 700-1000 Finch Ave. W. 416.638.7200 jnftoronto.ca Executive Director: Lance Davis Toronto, Ontario M3J 2V5 [email protected] 22 ROOTS WWW.JNF.CA 23 jnf toronto

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JNF Toronto’s 15th Annual Golf have been directed to Alut Village, the used for everyday activities such as Classic was held on June 6, 2015 at the Israeli Center for Autism. JNF will build drama class, yoga, art, music and other Frank & Elfriede Stronach spectacular Magna Golf Club in Aurora. four new security room spaces for 32 beneficial daily routines. & A committee of dedicated volunteers autistic youth whose needs are so severe under the chairmanship of Howard that they require a residential home. HOLD THE DATE: the silver family Davidson and Lloyd Pollack did a They cannot run to a shelter within the 16TH ANNUAL charitable foundation wonderful job of organizing the event. critical 20 seconds of an alert and so, Landrover/Jaguar The tournament was sold out. We would during the last war, the residents spent JNF GOLF CLASSIC Thornhill like to express our appreciation to all of five weeks sleeping on mattresses on the MONDAY, JUNE 5, 2017 LEBOVIC GOLF CLUB GEORGE LEON the demone group allan & susan our generous sponsors and donors that floor of a workshop. JNF will ensure that fenwick allowed us to raise a significant amount there are appropriate and safe facilities THE TOURNAMENT WILL SELL OUT... of revenue. in the event of future hostilities. During RESERVE YOUR SPOT NOW. The funds raised from the Tournament peaceful periods, the rooms will be CALL THE JNF OFFICE AT: 416-638-7200 24 ROOTS WWW.JNF.CA 25 jnf toronto ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING WELCOMES NEW JNF TORONTO PRESIDENT The 2016 JNF Toronto AGM was a veryspecial evening as a new board and officers were elected. It was an opportunity for Faye Minuk, the outgoing president, to reflect upon her three years leading the organization. Faye mentioned a few of the highlights during her term as president of JNF Toronto. She had the opportunity to oversee the largest dinner ever held in Canada for a sitting Prime Minister, when Stephen Harper was honoured in 2013, participated in the Prime Minister’s mission to Israel where the corner stone was laid at his project in the Hula Valley, and helped to lead the most successful fundraising event in JNF Canada’s history – the Negev Dinner honouring Dr. Max Glassman. Nathan Disenhouse, the chairman of the board, oversaw the election process and had the honour to announce that Darren Slavens was elected as president. Nathan chaired a governance review committee which helped to design a structure for a more effective board. The other officers elected were: Michael Charendoff - Vice President, Sandra Zisckind – Vice President, Kerry Sigel – Secretary, Wayne Pulver – Treasurer, and Honourary Counsel – Allen Ruben. Faye Minuk will continue to serve as the Chair of the Board. A number of awards were presented as well to very deserving recipients: Bloomfield Medal:Cary Green & Mitchell Goldhar Patricia Joy Alpert Award: Dr. Howard L. Price CORRECTIONAL Neinstein Award: Esther Mochon & Emma Hoffer Degel Yerushalayim: Tanenbaum CHAT THE 9TH ANNUAL OFFICERS RIDE Kimel Family Education Centre JNF, along with the Hard Chargers, a law Exton Award: Beverley Young enforcement, corrections based motorcycle Award of Appreciation: Rebecca Woods Baum club, organized the 5th annual Correctional Officers Ride (C.O.R.) on August 30, 2015. Money raised from the ride supported the THE LAUNCH OF OUR PITCHThe ninth annual Pitch forFOR Israel took place ISRAELon Sunday, August 7th, 2016 children of the fallen Israeli prison wardens at the Powerade Centre. In partnership with OneFamily Fund for the who perished in the Carmel forest fire in EXTREME SURVIVAL MISSION TO ISRAEL 2010. Participants and their families enjoyed We have just launched the first Canadian JNF/Brother's for Life Extreme Survival fourth year, this community-wide softball tournament attracted Mens and a lunch donated by PR Creative Caterers and Mission to Israel. Under the leadership of our Mission Chairman, David Cynamon, the Co-Ed softball teams. Special mention to a few of our lead sponsors, Ganz a raffle with great prizes. Thank you to all for group of 16 participants has committed to raise $500,000 to build an outdoor healing Family Foundation, Assante Wealth Management, Fabricland, Harmony a successful ride in support of a wonderful and recreational centre for Brothers for Life, an organization of over 600 combat Youth Services, The Tylman Family and ONEX for helping make this cause. veterans where the healed veterans help the injured veterans move forward in their lives day possible. Net proceeds will be allocated to the construction of the physically, cognitively and emotionally. An anonymous matching donor has pledged John Baird Park in Sderot and will also provide summer camp programs $250,000, which will help enable us to meet our goal in raising the funds to make this for Israeli victims of terror. Thank you to our wonderful co-chairs and SAVE THE DATE for UPCOMING C.O.R. facility a reality. JNF Toronto would like to thank David for his tremendous leadership. dedicated committee. This event would not be possible without: Perri As well, we would like to extend our gratitude to Brenda Simpson who introduced JNF Maxwell, Brittany Sud and Daniel Warner. SUN. AUG. 28. 2017 to Brothers for Life which opened the door for the development of this fantastic mission. Stay tuned for the dates for the first Women's Extreme Survival Mission to Israel. This mission will be chaired by Brenda Simpson and Karen Simpson Radomski. 26 ROOTS 27 jnf toronto

TECHOn June 28, 2016, JNF Future, in TheSHUK event ended with a Dragons’ booth” to Greenspace. partnership with Canadian Friends Den Style competition. Dash MD and With the help of our sponsors, of Tel Aviv University, hosted the Skrumble, two Canadian-based start- attendees and supporters including second annual Tech Shuk. Just over 300 ups as well as Trendi Guru and RetiSpec, our presenting sponsor, The Asper entrepreneurs and young professionals two Israeli based start-ups pitched their Foundation, we raised just under turned up to learn about Canadian and companies to an impressive group of $20,000 to help fund the infrastructure Israeli start-up industries. judges; Janet Bannister of Real Ventures, for international graduate students from The event began with a demo pit show Michael Hyatt of BlueCat Networks, Tel Aviv University’s Manna Centre casing over 25 local and Israeli start-ups Daniel Klass of Klass Capital, Sam for Food Security to study aquaculture where attendees had the opportunity Ifergan of iGan partners, David Shore of at the Arava International Centre for to network and enjoy great food and OurCrowd and Jason Silver of Airbnb. Agriculture Training (AICAT). The goal drinks. The demo pit was followed by The winner was RetiSpec, an early of this project is to prepare the students a presentation from Benjamin Dermer, stage medical device start-up developing to address the issues surrounding food COOK FOR A CAUSE JNF’s fifth annual Cook for a Cause The evening began with mingling, Director of Inventor Relations at Spin a non-invasive imaging tool for early scarcity in their home countries. took place on May 24th at the Forest wine and hors d’oeuvres as well as Master and Cheryl Reicin, a partner at detection of Alzheimer’s disease. We Hill Jewish Centre. a fabulous raffle table filled with Torys LLP. also awarded the evening’s “best start-up This sold out event, catered by our lead incredible donations. Guests then had sponsor PR Creative Caterers, raised the opportunity to visit three different funds toward building a dormitory for stations serving modern twists on our the students of the Arava International traditional Jewish recipes that our Center for Agriculture Training bubbies would be proud of! The menu (AICAT). Located in the heart of the included a healthy cauliflower Kugel, Arava desert, this program provides a pulled brisket and a savoury Orissa over one thousand students from Cholent. Each demonstration featured more than a dozen different countries an instructional presentation by a chef with exposure to Israel’s agri-tech and several committee members and innovations and creative solutions to big helping of the food being discussed. help them increase sustainable food Guest left full, happy and with a cook security in their home countries. book including all the demonstrated AICAT's students originate from recipes that they can use at their next various developing countries around simcha! the world including countries in South We look forward to continuing this East Asia and Africa. great event for many years to come! CELEBRATING YOM HAATZMAUT JNF TORONTO All around Toronto, JNF Canada’s a meaningful year-round quiz about Education Department was involved in Israel and JNF. SUNDAY FEBRUARY 14, 2017 celebrating and teaching about Israel's The JNF Education Department also Independence Day - 'Yom Ha’atzmaut'. took part in a variety of community SAVE The Education Department set up events to mark Yom Ha’atzmaut. This stations so that elementary-aged children included an interactive presentation for could enjoy a variety of Israel- based a retirement home and an educational learning activities. JNF also facilitated photography exhibition, “Our Israel”, THE the instruction of middle school-aged that took place at the North JCC. This children who were learning about the beautiful exhibit showcased highlights Israeli Megilah- independence with of Israel through JNF’s eyes. All in all, we meaning. At the CHAT Kimel campus, had an exciting holiday commemorating DATE & dance the JNF Education Shlicha took part in Israel’s Independence Day! jnftoronto.ca judging the final stage of “Project Israel”, WWW.JNF.CA 29 JNF HAMILTOn JNF WINDSOR 64TH NEGEV DINNER PULLS OUT SAVE THE DATE: 2017 NEGEV DINNER Jewish National Fund of Windsor is Bethe Jarcaig is currently the ALL THE BELLS AND WHISTLES pleased to announce that the 2017 Chairperson of the Board of Jewish Negev Dinner will pay tribute to National Fund of Windsor as well as Sheldon and Bethe Jarcaig for their a Director of the Jewish Community many years of communal leadership. Endowment Fund of Windsor. She is Sheldon Jarcaig, a respected member also a National Board Member of JNF of the local Jewish community, has and is the Corporate Credit Manager served as President of JNF Windsor at Russell A. Farrow Limited, Canada's and on the Board of Directors at largest independent Customs Broker. the Windsor Jewish Federation. Sheldon and Bethe are the proud Sheldon is Vice President of Canadian parents of three daughters, Devin, Operations for Ferrous Processing and Erica and Melanie. Trading Co., one of North America's The Negev Dinner will be held premier Scrap Metal Processors and on Tuesday, June 13th, 2017 at the a Past President of the Canadian Giovanni Caboto Club. JNF Hamilton honoured Ron Foxcroft at indirectly supporting causes in business, Association of Recycling Industries. the 64th Annual Negev Dinner on May sports, education, healthcare, and 16, 2016 at Liuna Station. Co-chaired by culture. Much of his philanthropy is done Tom Weisz and Bill Morris, the dinner’s quietly and behind the scenes, but the MC was veteran radio personality extent of his philanthropic involvement Roy Green, included world renowned led Josh Cooper, CEO of JNF Canada, entertainer, Andre Philippe Gagnon, to remark, “I don’t think I’ve ever seen a and it was a tremendous success! Tribute Book with letters from so many BLUE BOXES: GIVE A COIN, GET A LEAF The Combined Religious School of Windsor began last school year More than 630 people attended, making organizations!” with an emphasis on tzedakah, using the JNF Blue Box as a key this year’s dinner the largest in several According to Dinner Co-Chair Tom component. years. Funds raised by the dinner will Weisz, Ron Foxcroft “has been there The school provided a variety of tzedaka boxes marked for different build an outdoor pavilion and rest area for any cause, almost anywhere, that charities, including JNF’s Blue Box. Children regularly brought coins at Yad LaYeled, the Children’s Holocaust requires assistance and support.” to school and were given the choice of which box to use. The children Education Museum in northern Israel. Ron Foxcroft recently stepped down learned about each charity and about the importance of tzedaka. Best known for his creation of the from his position as Honourary Colonel Each time they deposited their coins in the JNF Blue Box, they were Fox40 whistle and his trucking and of the Argyll and Sutherland Highlanders given a leaf to put on a picture of an olive tree from Israel, creating a logistics company, Fluke Transportation, (Princess Louise’s), and Ron and his wife sense of excitement. The teacher would then teach a lesson about the Ron Foxcroft is an ongoing friend of Marie entered the banquet hall escorted history of the State of Israel, explaining how the coins from the Blue the Jewish community and a strong by an Argyll piper, much to the delight of Box helped to build the country and still plays a role in building many supporter of the State of Israel. When the entire room. important and interesting projects and programs. Ron was given the details about the Speakers included Israel’s Deputy In June, the children eagerly presented JNF with their Blue Boxes, Yad LaYeled project, dedicated to the Consul General Irit Stopper, MP David along with the tree of leaves, showing how much they had collected memory of the 1.5 million children who Sweet, MPP Ted McMeekin, Mayor of and were now giving to JNF. At the end of the school year, the children died in the Holocaust, without hesitation Burlington Rick Goldring, Hamilton staged a performance about Israel for their parents and families, he selected the Children’s Museum to be Mayor Fred Eisenberger, JNF Canada which included segments on Israel’s history, culture, and foods. JNF the beneficiary of the proceeds of this CEO Josh Cooper, and Haim Goldstein, contributed to the presentation with a cake decorated in the colours year’s dinner. President of JNF Hamilton. After the of Israel – blue and white. Everyone agreed it was a tasty end to the Highlighted repeatedly throughout the speeches, Andre Philippe Gagnon school year. evening was Mr. Foxcroft’s humility, his – the man with a thousand voices – The new school year will start this September again with the tradition dedication to family and community, and thrilled the audience with his musical of the JNF Blue Box for tzedakah. The children will be encouraged to his resolute compassion. He commits his impersonations of rock and roll greats replicate the action at home as well, and there will be a new tree poster time and resources to scores of charitable through the decades. from Israel in the school on which to place their green leaves. and non-profit initiatives, directly and

JNF HAMILTON OFFICE 508 - 105 Main St. E. 905.527.5516 jnfhamilton.ca JNF WINDSOR OFFICE 1641 Ouellette Ave. 519.969.8733 jnfwindsor.ca Executive Director: Suzy Polgar Hamilton, Ontario L8N 1G6 Executive Director: Suzy Polgar Windsor, Ontario N8X 1K9 [email protected] 30 [email protected] ROOTS 31 JNF LONDOn JNF regional ontario HONOURING TH DAVID SHORE ISRAEL’S 68 BIRTHDAY INOnce KINGSTONagain, the Jewish community of SUNDAY, MAY 15 Kingston, ON came together to celebrate 2016 NEGEV GALA Israel. A combined Yom HaZikaron (Remembrance Day) commemoration and Yom Ha’atzmaut (Independence Day) celebration was co-sponsored by the Kings­ton Jewish Centre, JNF Regional Ontario, and Hillel. It was held at Beth Israel Syna­gogue, and attended by more than 100 people. An opening program to honour Israel’s fallen soldiers and other victims of terror concluded Yom Hazikaron. The program included video greetings from Israel’s Ambassador to Canada, Rafael Barak, who thanked the Kingston Jewish community for their continued support. JNF showed a video on the myriad of contemporary JNF London’s 2016 Negev Gala on May 15 David’s chosen project was “Save A projects, followed by a brief presentation honoured television writer and producer Child’s Heart” – the building of a new on JNF’s crucial role in the history of David Shore for all his successes, as well children’s hospital at Wolfson Medical Israel, as well as its critical involvement in as his generosity and support for Israel. Centre in Holon, which will house the modern-day Israel. During the cocktail reception, guests Middle East’s first International Pedi- Yom Ha’Atzmaut celebra­tions included mingled and enjoyed the delicious buffet. atric Cardiac Care Centre. The citation delicious Israeli food and exuberant Israeli MC Steve Paikin handled the evening’s presented to David praised his creativ- dancing to live mu­sic. Students from proceedings; the Shore and Paikin fami- ity and commitment to “Save A Child’s the community had created dioramas lies are long-time friends. Josh Cooper, Heart.” Responding, David noted how depicting representative JNF projects. CEO of JNF Canada, and Jack Malkin, our actions can affect others half a world The display of projects, produced by some President of JNF London, brought greet- away. of the community’s students, in­cluded ings from their respective boards. Vid- Haim Goldenberg, considered Cana- innovations that have made both Israel eos featuring Lisa Edelstein and Hugh da’s top mentalist, entertained the audi- and JNF famous like drip irrigation, water Laurie from House MD, and other actors ence. A sumptuous dessert buffet fol- recycling, desalinization, solar power, from shows David created, produced or lowed. desertification and afforestation. wrote, were complemented by tributes Special thanks to our volunteers, and And with decorations showing El Al from Michael Lerner, Jeff Paikin, and co- to all participants – all helped ensure the planes and Israeli flags, it felt like a visit to chairs, Mark and Shelley Diamond. evening’s great success. Israel, even if only for a couple of hours! WELCOME SUZY, OUR NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR! JNF Canada announces that Suzy Polgar has accepted the position of Executive Director. Suzy joined the staff in Regional Ontario nearly five years ago as Outreach, Programming and Education Direc- tor. Her lifelong passion for Israel in general and the work of JNF in particular helped her create and implement new and innovative programs throughout Regional Ontario. In January, 2017, Suzy became Interim Executive Director of JNF Regional Ontario, helping to guide the offices through a successful Negev Dinner season. Her background in administration, planning, and people management will take the entire region to its next level.

JNF LONDON OFFICE 536 Huron St. Unit 500 519.432.2139 jnflondon.ca JNF REGIONAL ONTARIO 508 - 105 Main St. E. 1.866.527.5516 x1 ontario.jnf.ca [email protected] Executive Director: Suzy Polgar Hamilton, Ontario L8N 1G6 [email protected] 32 Executive Director: Suzy Polgar London, Ontario N5Y 4J5 ROOTS 33 JNF OTTAWA AN INCREDIBLE HIGHLIGHT OF MY LIFE Vera and Leslie Klein went on the JNF Canada Mission to Poland and Israel last year to honour the memory of VERA KLEIN’S PROJECT both her and her husband’s late parents who survived the horrors of Auschwitz, to visit Israel after 12 years and to DEDICATION DURING see her project she had chosen as the 2003 JNF Ottawa THE JNF CANADA MISSION Negev Dinner Honouree. “On October 29th, after checking out of the Carmel Forest Hotel and Spa in the Western Galilee, we drove to the Vera and Leslie Klein Parents and Soldiers Meet- ing Place in Bat Galim Naval Base in Haifa. I had goose HAVAYA PLUS PLAYGROUND FOR DISABLED CHILDREN, 2001 bumps just thinking of finally seeing my project. I had chosen this project almost 13 years ago while on a UJA mission with my youngest son Michael. As the Negev Dinner Honouree, I was to select a project that would be meaningful and dear to my heart. My son and I were MEANINGFUL taken to see several already-existing projects such as children’s parks and water reservoirs and, though they were all wonde ful, nothing at first clicked with me until MEMORIES IN I was told about a project where soldiers could meet with their families and friends comfortably and talk and share a meal without having to stand up outside the barracks. NOW that clicked with me! I thought of my own three JERUSALEM sons, comfortable and safe in Canada and I exclaimed: DOROTHY NADOLNY DEDICATES HER 'That’s it! That’s my project!' After 12 years, I finally saw PASSION NEGEV DINNER PROJECT my project and my original heartfelt feelings and exu- In 2015, JNF Ottawa Honouree Dorothy Nadolny supported berance were totally reinforced. It was and remains an both a passion and a tribute project: The Herbert and Dorothy incredible highlight of my life." Nadolny Cardio-Metabolic research hub at the Hebrew University of Jerusalem and The Herbert and Dorothy Nadolny Secure Spaces— emergency bomb shelters—in the small Negev town of Ofakim. At the time, Dorothy explained that the research hub was her way of “being in Israel and continuing to be involved with Hebrew U HIKING 600KM ON $650 IN 10 WEEKS ARLENE Arlene Doyle was looking for a through- up with “trail angels” – warm Israelis who without being there.” The tribute gift was her way “of ensuring Israel hike—a hike that takes you through a region. hosted and fed them. and the people in it are here to stay.” DOYLE When she read about the Israel National At the Dead Sea they camped for four days, “Seeing the hub in operation was so meaningful to me,” she said of WALKS THROUGH Trail, she didn’t know she would fall in love floating in the water and baking in mud. the dedication in May. “There was a nice turnout of other Canadians with Israel and, unbeknownst to her, discover Massada delighted their love of history. ISRAEL AND who were also opening projects. Being in Israel was so wonderful. I beauty of and shelter in many JNF projects. In Jerusalem they prayed—at the Kotel hadn’t been there in almost five years.” Although she had arranged to DISCOVERS THE At 55, Arlene and her friend Jen, 63, and at the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. go to Ofakim, she did not have the time. “I owe Ofakim a visit.” IMPACT OF JNF departed from Canada this past February Arlene visited her close friends’ project— for 10 weeks. The pair began in the south, the Stephen and Gail Victor Botanical JEWISH NATIONAL FUND OF OTTAWA DINNER CHAIR: surrounded by mountains of sand, rock and Gardens—from the 2006 JNF Ottawa Negev STEPHEN GREENBERG Israel’s blue skies. The desert became their Dinner honouring Stephen Victor. In the HON. DINNER CHAIR: blue - 300 c campground. Chill nights countered the north, once Arlene set off on her own, the DAVIDgree n - W. 362 SCOTT,c O.C., Q.C. NEGEV DINNER HONOURING KEYNOTEbrown - 1535 SPEAKER: c staggering heat of the day. Within 72 hours Sea of Galilee beckoned. Migrating stork JOHN R. BAIRD P.C. of their journey, they realized they would not formations over JNF wetlands delighted her make the full 900km—the trail guide and love of nature. Abundant JNF trees were their daily hiking distances did not mesh. welcome shade. On her second-last night, BARBARA FARBER With Israel’s cell service and their solar a raging thunderstorm nearly threatened thursday, OCTOBER 27, 2016 EY Centre | 4899 Uplands Drive | cocktails 5:30pm chargers, connectivity proved more painless her overnight on the beach. But like a stoic than the physical agony they would endure. Israeli, she simply went out of her tent, In support of The Barbara and Len Farber Family Science & Sports Centre in Misgav, Galilee, Israel In many cases, they wouldn’t see another zipped up the fly and drifted to sleep.Arlene RESERVE YOUR TICKETS AND TABLE TODAY: 613.798.2411 [email protected] JNFOTTAWA.CA soul for days. At Timna Park and Solomon’s spoke at a recent JNF Ottawa event. She lives pillars they camped inside a JNF Welcome in Balderson, ON. JNF OTTAWA OFFICE 205-11 Nadolny Sachs Private 613.798.2411 jnfottawa.ca Centre. When they arrived in Arad, they met Executive Director: Lynda Taller-Wakter Ottawa, Ontario K2A 1R9 [email protected] 34 ROOTS WWW.JNF.CA 35 JNF MONTREAL

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2016 NEGEV GALA PROJECT HONOURING SYLVAN ADAMS: THE SYLVAN ADAMS COMMUTER CYCLING NETWORK IN TEL AVIV JUNE 20, 2016 MARCHÉ 2016IF YOU WHEEL NEGEV IT, IT IS NO GALA DREAM! BONSECOURS

Dressed to the nines at one of Old “It’s a thrill to combine my passion Israel's commercial capital into ‘the leaders, Jonathan Goodman, Robert “Honouring Sylvan Adams perfectly From the elegantly appointed shouk- Montreal’s most famous landmarks, for cycling with an opportunity to Amsterdam of the Middle East’, while Kleinman and Joel Segal, were thrilled dovetails with one of JNF’s primary themed cocktail room to astonishing hundreds of JNF supporters joined encourage fitness, healthy living and also positioning Israel as an eco-friendly, to announce that approximately 5.2 missions, which is to generate vital visuals throughout the night, it’s clear many of Sylvan’s friends and family complete mind and body wellness for all forward-thinking nation. It will be million dollars—a new fundraising infrastructure for the benefit of all that Negev Gala leadership team of Etty members, including the Mayor of Tel residents of Tel Aviv,” proclaimed Sylvan nothing less than a game-changing piece record for JNF Montreal— were raised Israelis. The Sylvan Adams Commuter Bienstock, Karen Lavy-Cobrin, Karin Aviv, to honour the longtime real estate to a captivated audience that clung to of infrastructure.” to help create the new Sylvan Adams Cycling Network will be a dream come Eldor, Stacy Gurman, Barbara Maldoff magnate and world champion cyclist as his every word. “This initiative will The “dream team” of esteemed Gala Commuter Cycling Network in Tel Aviv. true for an enterprising nation that and Evelyn Bloomfield-Schachter pulled JNF’s “Man of the Year”. help further my dream of transforming co-chairs and iconic community This impressive amount is a testament to has embraced the sport of cycling,” out all the stops capped off by a special the generosity of JNF’s many individual remarked JNF Montreal President “spin” by Cirque du Soleil. JNF MONTREAL OFFICE 740-5160 Decarie Blvd. 514.934.0313 jnfmontreal.ca donors and corporate supporters. Michael Goodman. Executive Director: Galith Levy Montreal, Quebec H3X 2H9 [email protected] 36 ROOTS WWW.JNF.CA 37 jnf montreal MONTREAL CELEBRATES THE FUTURE IS NOW IN MONTREAL INAUGURAL JNF ISRAEL DAY

With the central objective of reaching real difference in Israel for so many to build and develop our homeland and the 25-45 year-old demographic via people,” beamed Karen at the very first to contribute to this incredible country. special events, mixers and even missions committee meeting. We’re going to raise I am proud and honoured to be a part to Israel, the future has finally arrived in JNF’s visibility in Montreal and also of it all,” declared another motivated Montreal! leave a lasting, physical legacy in Israel— colleague. Led by Karen Aflalo, an outstanding something we will one day visit and Above all, JNF Future members leader armed with more than a decade show our friends and family what we understand the reality that the next of fundraising experience, the new accomplished.” generation of philanthropy depends on JNF Future Montreal chapter features “JNF has contributed immeasurably individuals like themselves. a dynamic committee of nearly 20 to building Israel from the dust and the A schedule of upcoming events will soon young professionals armed with a keen swamps to a green country of innovation be available on JNF Future Montreal's appreciation of JNF’s unique and vital and advancement,” explained one Facebook page. Interested in joining us? role in securing and supporting Israel’s committee member when asked why Contact [email protected]! land and people. she chose to join the committee. “To be “Together, we’re going to make a a part of JNF Future means continuing SAVE THE JNF MONTREAL NOV. 25 & 27, 2016 DATE

Last April, enthusiastic Grade 5 students According to Rabbi Yamin Benarroch, from a host of Montreal’s Jewish elementary Chair of JNF's Israel Day committee and schools celebrated Canada’s first-ever JNF the Principal of Judaic Studies at École Israel Day. Maimonide: "It's magnificent to witness Drawing from experienced educators, these young students further embrace youngsters from Hebrew Foundation Zionism while learning how JNF partners School, Hebrew Academy, Akiva, Ecole with Israel in making the entire world a Maimonide, United Talmud Torah and better place to live. What an outstanding blue - 300 c Solomon Schechter Academy spent half a day!” gree n - 362 c day brushing up on their JNF and Zionist The event was generously hosted at the brown - 1535 c credentials by cycling through interactive Beth Zion Synagogue and supported by the stations that showcased JNF's numerous Kollel Torah Mitzion (KTM). Not only is the functions in Israeli society. second annual JNF Israel Day already on the Among the fun activities, budding schedule for 2017, but Montreal’s success architects and builders used plasticine to has additionally spawned the planning of create the blossoming and pioneer city of similar events across the country. Halutzah, situated along the Gaza border. [email protected] 514.934.0313 JNFMONTREAL.CA 38 ROOTS 39 JNF @ CAMP JNF atlantic JEWISH NATIONAL FUND OF CANADA QUESTION: HOW DO YOU MAKE A BEDOUIN PITA EVEN TASTIER AFTER YOU COOK IT YOURSELF? ANSWER: ADD CHOCOLATE CHIPS! Noa Friedman, National Education Shlicha This is just one of the fun activities that campers at a variety of camps took part in during JNF Israel Camp Day. RESHAFIM WATER RESERVOIR, 1994 For this special day, Noa, the JNF Cana- da education shlicha, together with Esther Mochon, an outstanding summer intern, took campers on a journey through Is- rael from the perspective of JNF. Their MONCTON’S DR. FRANCIS WEIL day started on a ‘Flight to Israel’, complete with the staff wearing El Al uniforms and beautiful JNF-Israel passports that were NEW JNF ATLANTIC LIAISON given to each camper to be stamped at the throughout the world today.” community. Francis, who has a PhD in different learning stations. The city of Moncton is the second Physics from Dalhousie University, is the Through a variety of fun and engaging largest Jewish community in Atlantic former Dean of Science and Engineer- activities, campers learned how JNF is Canada, with over 80 families residing ing and the former Head of the Physics involved in helping Israel thrive. They there. The first Jewish settlers arrived in department at Université de Moncton. learned about the difficulties that occurred Moncton in 1898 from Lithuania, estab- Now retired, Francis is currently the in establishing the State of Israel and dis- lishing Moncton’s Jewish community. By President of their faculty association and covered the incredible achievements and 1910, the community was large enough continues to teach part-time after a 49- inventions that have come out of Israel to hire its first rabbi. In 1926, construc- year career. since. The activities included water games, tion began on the building of a syna- In addition to his university work, educational puzzles, the chance to build gogue which was completed the follow- Francis is the President of Alliance Fran- a community by the lakeshore and much ing year. This synagogue, Congregation çaise de Moncton (a language School as EDUCATION AWARDS more. Tiferes Israel, continues to be very active well as a cultural centre) and a former When KKL-JNF was established at the fifth Zionist Congress in 1901, Overall, JNF Israel Camp Day was a fan- We are pleased to introduce Francis today. It has a mikvah, and conducts reg- member of the New Brunswick Human in addition to the important goal of purchasing land in what would tastic sunny interactive learning experi- Weil, a long-time member of the Monc- ular weekday minyans as well as Shabbat Rights Commission. He is also quite in- become the state of Israel, another goal of the organization was to link ence! ton, New Brunswick Jewish community, services under the spiritual guidance of volved at Congregation Tiferes Israel, the diaspora with the far-away land of Israel through Education. as a liaison for JNF Atlantic. He is assist- Rabbi Yitzchok Yagod. currently serving as Vice President and ing us in promoting and encouraging The Jewish community of Moncton is having served as President and Gabbai the second time in a row. This was the This is a national award that this year participation in JNF activities with our active in and contributes greatly to the in the past. He gives regular talks about first time that this award has been given JNF Toronto had the opportunity to constituents in the Moncton area. Moncton Jewish community and the the Holocaust to High School students to a school in two subsequent years. present to an outstanding educator - Francis is a supporter of JNF and is community at large. Community mem- in New Brunswick, Nova Scotia and In the last few years, JNF has fostered Beverley Young, the Principal of Bialik motivated by anything that can help Is- bers include doctors, lawyers, judges, Prince Edward Island. an amazing ongoing relationship with - Himel Educational Centre. rael. He says “we have to do whatever we university professors and politicians. We are thrilled to have Francis Weil CHAT Kimel by involving JNF -based Beverly is deeply committed to Zion- can to help Israel, especially in light of Francis Weil is an active member who assisting with ourblue -efforts 300 c in the Atlantic educational content into their yearly ist engagement. Her school is always the gree n - 362 c all the prejudice against Israel that exists has made significant contributions to his Canada region.brown Bienvenue! - 1535 c activities. This includes the Israel-JNF first to take advantage of our educational yearly quiz “Project Israel”, ‘Israel week’ programs and has integrated JNF con- on the Campus, Tu Bi’Shevat activities tent into the school’s curriculum. Inas- JOIN JNF ATLANTIC AT THE AJC BIENNIAL'S and more. much, JNF based content has become an Degel Yerushalayim integral part of the education of Bialik’s The Esther and Eric Exton students during many of the Jewish Holi- WE LOOK FORWARD Degel Yerushalayim has been awarded in days. KIDDUSH LUNCHEON TO SAYING Israel to different regions since 1934 to Educational Award We are grateful for all they have done schools that have been most involved in SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 19, 2017 THANK YOU FOR The Esther and Eric Exton Educational and continue to do for JNF in support of YOUR SUPPORT! Educational-Zionist activity. This year, Award is presented annually to teachers Israel. in Toronto, the Degel was awarded to who have most advanced the cause of Tannenbaum CHAT Kimel campus for JNF and Zionist Education in Canada. JNF ATLANTIC OFFICE 45 Chartwell Lane 902.444.4563 jnfatlantic.ca Executive Director: Lynda Taller-Wakter Halifax, Nova Scotia B3M 3S7 [email protected] 40 ROOTS WWW.JNF.CA 41 A SELECTION OF AVAILABLE PROJECTS

SUPPORT A JNF PROJECT AND TRANSFORM THE LIVES OF ISRAEL'S CITIZENS IN THE MOST SIGNIFICANT WAY A VERY SPECIAL THANK YOU TO CIJA Bene Dekalim – Synagogue Complex AND TO THE OVER 7,000 PEOPLE A vital center for a vital community JNF Canada is partnering in the construction of a synagogue complex in the new WHO WROTE LETTERS IN SUPPORT community of Bene Dekalim in the northern Negev Lakhish Regional Council. The synagogue complex, including hall for celebrations and community events, OF JNF CANADA TO THE GREEN PARTY. will serve as an important facility for the community, which in future will comprise some 500 households. YOUR SUPPORT MEANS EVERYTHING TO US! Shlomit – Construction of a Mikveh The experience of purifying waters close to home JNF Canada is a partner in establishing a Mikveh in Shlomit in the western Negev. The National-religious community was established in 2011. Today 50 families live in Shlomit, which is expected to grow to 500. The Mikveh enables Central Arava – R&D Yair the community to observe the commandment of ritual immersion. - Expansion of Laboratory Facilities Desert agricultural research for the benefit of all KKL-JNF is planning to add an additional wing to the R&D Yair laboratory Tefahot – Bet Midrash – Development building and will assist in providing new laboratory equipment, enabling further “The more Torah, the more life” (Avot 2:7) research. The labs and offices will absorb more scientists and facilitate widening JNF Canada has donated to the construction of a Bet Midrash for the Tefahot the scope of agricultural research. Hesder Yeshiva at Moshav Tefahot. The community had lacked a permanent facility in which to study, constituting the heart of the community. The yeshiva graduates of religious high schools and yeshivot from all of Israel. CONTACT YOUR YOUR LOCAL JNF OFFICE TO LEARN HOW YOU CAN HELP SUPPORT A JNF PROJECT

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