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A TRIBUTE IN RECOGNITION OF EXCELLENCE IN COMMUNITY LEADERSHIP AND DEDICATION TO ISRAEL IS ACCORDED TO
DR. TED LYONS O.C.
#NegevGalaWPG 1 OH CANADA O CANADA! OUR HOME AND NATIVE LAND! TRUE PATRIOT LOVE IN ALL OF US COMMAND WITH GLOWING HEARTS WE SEE THEE RISE THE TRUE NORTH STRONG AND FREE! FROM FAR AND WIDE O CANADA, WE STAND ON GUARD FOR THEE GOD KEEP OUR LAND GLORIOUS AND FREE! O CANADA, WE STAND ON GUARD FOR THEE O CANADA, WE STAND ON GUARD FOR THEE
2 NEGEV GALA >>> NATIONAL ANTHEMS HATIKVAH KOL OD BALEVAV P'NIMAH - NEFESH YEHUDI HOMIYAH ULFA'ATEY MIZRACH KADIMAH AYIN L'TZION TZOFIYAH. ODE LO AVDAH TIKVATENU HATIKVAH BAT SHNOT ALPAYIM: L'HIYOT AM CHOFSHI B'ARTZENU ERETZ TZION V'YERUSHALAYIM.
AS LONG AS THE JEWISH SPIRIT IS YEARNING DEEP IN THE HEART, WITH EYES TURNED TOWARD THE EAST, LOOKING TOWARD ZION, THEN OUR HOPE - THE 2,000 YEAR OLD HOPE WILL NOT BE LOST: TO BE A FREE PEOPLE IN OUR LAND, THE LAND OF ZION AND JERUSALEM.
3 TABLE OF CONTENTS 6 DIGNITARY LETTERS 14 JNF PROJECTS: BUILDING ISRAEL TOGETHER 20 CAMPAIGN TEAM 22 BIOGRAPHY: DR. TED LYONS 30 EVENING PERFORMANCE: DAVID BROZA (WITH TRANSLATED LYRICS) MUSICIANS OF THE WINNIPEG SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA 32 2021 NEGEV PROJECT: BERVIN JNF CANADA HOUSE OF EXCELLENCE IN SDEROT 34 NEGEV CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS 38 PAST NEGEV HONOUREES 40 PAST NEGEV PROJECTS 43 TRIBUTE GREETINGS
JNF MANITOBA & SASKATCHEWAN [email protected] jnfwinnipeg.ca 204.947.0207 225-530 Kenaston Blvd, Winnipeg, MB R3N 1Z4 4 JEWISH NATIONAL FUND OF CANADA BUILDERS CIRCLE MAKE YOUR MARK IN ISRAEL Support a JNF project with your family and friends and ‘Make Your Mark’ in Israel, while having an immeasurable impact on the people and the land. Join forces with other committed donors who are making a difference in Israel!
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Dear Friends, I am pleased to extend my warmest greetings to everyone attending the 2021 Jewish National FundDear of Friends: ManitobaMay 2, and 2021 Saskatchewan Negev Gala. City Councillor Diane ThisI am pleased annual to gathering extend. my bringswarmest thegreetings community to together to honour local leaders and philanthropistseveryone virtually while attending raising thefunds 2021 for Jewish programs and projects to benefit vulnerable populations inNational Israel. IFund joinDear of you CalgaryFriends: in congratulating Negev Gala. this year’s honouree, Dr. Edward A. Lyons, globally renowned expert in the field of radiology. His many contributions are most deserving of this I am pleased to extend my warmest greetings to specialThis annual tribute. gathering brings the community together to honour local leaders and philanthropistseveryone while raisingvirtually funds attending for programs the 2021 Jewish and projects to benefit vulnerable National Fund of Calgary Negev Gala. populations in Israel. Proceeds from this year’s event will go towards the new It continues to be a challenging time for planning and hosting events. That is why I would like toTrauma thank Resiliencythe dedicatedThis annual Centre gatheringorganizers in Sderot, brings whichfor the making willcommunity provide this year’stogether therapy fundraiser tofor honour children localvirtual and leaders so thatand it could stilladults take suffering place.philanthropists fromI am Postcertain Traumatic while that raising everyone Stress funds Disorder. for in programsattendance I would and likeprojectswill totake thank to benefitsatisfaction everyone vulnerable in knowing thatfor supportingproceedspopulations raisedthis worthy will in gocause.Israel. towards Proceeds the from construction this year’s event of the will Bervingo towards JNF the Canada new House of Excellence, dedicatedTrauma Resiliency to equipping Centre inhigh Sderot, school which students will provide in Sderot therapy withfor children the tools and they need forI alsoacademic join with adultsand you personal suffering in congratulating fromsuccess. Post thisTraumatic year’s honouree,Stress Disorder. City CouncillorI would like Dianeto thank everyone Colley-Urquhartfor ,supporting for her long this- standingworthy cause. support of the Calgary Jewish community.
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Yours sincerely,
The Rt. Hon. Justin P. J. Trudeau, P.C., M.P. Prime Minister of Canada The Rt. Hon. Justin P. J. Trudeau, P.C., M.P. Prime Minister of Canada
6 NEGEV GALA >>> DIGNITARY LETTERS MESSAGE FROM THE LIEUTENANT GOVERNOR OF MANITOBA “The best means of benefiting the community is to place within its reach the ladders upon which the aspiring can rise,” said American industrialist and philanthropist, Andrew Carnegie.
For more than six decades, the Jewish National Fund (JNF) Manitoba & Saskatchewan has played a significant role in supporting the development and enhancement of programs and infrastructure that are enhancing the lives of thousands of citizens in Israel.
Each year, your organization also honours an individual who has served the Manitoba community and beyond with great distinction through their talents, philanthropic efforts and commitment to excellence.
This year’s honouree, Dr. Ted Lyons, is most deserving of this prestigious honour. A leader, a scientist, a teacher and a philanthropist, he has built an outstanding career in medical research and education that is not only benefitting society now, but will have positive ripple effects for generations to come.
As the Queen’s representative in Manitoba, I extend vice-regal congratulations to Dr. Lyons for sharing your gifts for science and education with a grateful provincial – and global – community. Your support of the Bervin JNF Canada House for Excellence in Sderot further demonstrates your visionary commitment to education and admirable worldview.
I also comment JNF and the Negev Gala organizers for your good works and choice of Dr. Lyons as this year’s guest- of-honour. Together, you are contributing to the greater good and setting a standard of citizenship and generosity for others to follow. I wish you every success.
The Honourable Janice C. Filmon, C.M., O.M. Lieutenant Governor of Manitoba 7 8 NEGEV GALA >>> DIGNITARY LETTERS 9 GREETINGS FROM THE JNF CANADA PRESIDENT & CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER November 15, 2020 May 2, 2021 Dear Friends,
Dear Friends, Welcome to our 72ndannual Negev Dinner – Night of 100 Dinners. We would like to thank you for your The Jewish National Fund of Canada is very pleased to welcome you to JNF Winnipeg’s support. We are sad that it will be impossible to gather in person tonight. Nevertheless, we will be togethervirtual inNegev spirit as Gala we celebrate and thank JNF andyou Israel all for together. making this evening such a great success in a year that has been filled with challenges. ItThis is clear evening, that this we year are was extremely filled with challengesproud to especially be honouring for our frontlineDr. Ted workersLyons O.C.who havefor his worked exemplary tirelesslyleadership to keep in usthe safe Winnipeg and deliver Jewish essential community services to our and communities. for his steadfast For the 2020 support Negev Cam of paign,the State of theIsrael. Jewish National Fund of Canada is very proud to honour our frontline workers, both in Canada and Israel. This year’s Negev Dinner is in support of the Bervin House of Excellence in Sderot which will This year’s Negev Dinner projects are supporting causes to honour our frontline workers: the MIGAL provide an after-school enrichment program for high school students living in the periphery. Research Institute and their efforts to find a vaccine for Covid-19, the creation of a rehabilitation Canada House will give these students a place to meet each other and help to ensure that hospital at Aleh Negev-Nachalet Eran near Beer Sheva, and construction of therapeutic green spaces at they have the necessary skills for future success. the Eitanim Psychiatric Hospital outside of Jerusalem.
On behalf of JNF Canada, we extend our thanks to the Co-Chairs Robert Freedman, Mel On behalf of the Jewish National Fund of Canada, we thank the Dinner Chair, Howard Lichtman and the DinnerLazareck, Committee, and Michael Nathan Disenhouse, Nozick for Faye their Minuk, enthusiasm, Wayne Pulver, hard Winston work andSiegel dedication and Joe Trager along for with the theirentire enthusiasm, Winnipeg energy community and dedication. for supportingAn event of this JNF. scope We during also this extend unprecedent our deeped time appreciation to requiresJNF Winnipeg’s a great deal ofprofessional effort. We would staff, like David to thank Greaves, the JNF TorontoLara London, staff for theirand tremendousZehava Yehuda for their efforts.tremendous This group efforts of people in wentkeeping beyond the the callWinnipeg of duty tocommunity make this evening engaged a success. in these It is aunprecedented true teamtimes. effort.
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BethBeth S. PriceS. Price Lance Davis Lance Davis PresidentPresident,, JNF JNFCanada Canada CEO, JNF CEO, Canada JNF Canada
10 NEGEV GALA >>> DIGNITARY LETTERS GREETINGS FROM THE JNF MANITOBA & SASKATCHEWAN PRESIDENT
Dear Friends, Thank you so much for joining us tonight at the 2021 Jewish National Fund Negev Gala, our first ever virtual Gala! I feel privileged to have you join me as we come together from near and far to celebrate Dr. Ted Lyons O.C. Tonight’s event has taken a long and winding path, but we have arrived! I have traveled to Israel frequently in order to visit my two daughters who have made Aliyah. I have discovered that if you pay attention, you will see JNF Canada has touched almost every aspect of life in Israel. Projects large and small by JNF Canada and JNF Manitoba and Saskatchewan are found throughout Israel, from north to south. I am proud to support Israel as president of JNF Manitoba Saskatchewan Region. In November 2018, I took part of a JNF leadership mission in Israel. During that tour, one of the stops was at a newly opened after school program for teens, Beit KKL, in the city of Nof haGalil. We entered a beautiful, modern building and all of us JNF Presidents, Vice presidents and staff ran about giddily as we saw state of the art learning tools and beautiful classrooms built for teens in a remote community. We were so inspired! This is the prototype for several more centers of excellence in peripheral communities around Israel. In December 2019, Ted and Harriet were able to go see this beautiful enrichment center as well as the future site for the new Bervin JNF Canada House in Sderot. I know that they were as moved as I was by what they saw, and they chose this as Ted’s project for the 2021 Negev Gala. As many of you know, Ted is a man of quiet dignity and conviction. When I first met with Ted in the winter of 2019, I was impressed with his deep commitment to Israel as well as to the Jewish community of Winnipeg. Ted’s many endeavors speak of a love of learning. Ted’s storied career in radiology has brought him many honours including the Order of Canada and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal. He has also brought exceptional ultrasound service to our province. His work for the Jewish Foundation and many other Jewish community organizations led to his being awarded the Saul Kanee distinguished service award. His many awards do not tell you what I have come to understand. Ted is, most importantly, a mensch. Please join me in honouring Dr. Ted Lyons O.C. and in celebrating the many accomplishments of the Jewish National Fund as it continues to grow and build the foundations of Israel future, strengthening the homeland of Jews around the world.
Nola Lazar President, JNF Manitoba/Saskatchewan 11 GREETINGS FROM THE NEGEV GALA CO-CHAIRS
We are very fortunate to have many people in our community who deserve recognition and honor, but very few who have achieved so much and have dedicated themselves to the community and Israel as Dr. Ted Lyons or to his many friends, Teddy.
Teddy’s medical achievements as a world-renowned radiologist resulted in his investiture as a member of the Order of Canada. His commitment to his community and to the Jewish people is a model of inspiration to his family and many friends. Teddy followed in his father’s footsteps to become the president of the Shaarey Zedek Synagogue and continues his support of the synagogue. His daughter, Mara, is a member of the board of directors and his wife, Harriet played a leadership role in the sisterhood.
When I was the C.E.O. of the Jewish Federation I had the privilege of working with Teddy after his election as Federation president. His wise counsel and dedication earned him the respect of the leadership of our beneficiary agencies and donors. I very much valued and appreciated Teddy’s advice and support which I still call upon from time to time. Teddy has also established an outstanding record of financial generosity and will rarely refuse to assist when called upon.
Teddy, on behalf of your co-chairs, Michael, Mel and I and the many friends and donors who have supported the Bervin JNF Canada House of Excellence in Sderot, I want to wish you a hearty Mazel-Tov and good health so that you may continue to do the good work that we all appreciate.
Bob Freedman Mel Lazareck Michael Nozick Negev Gala Chairs
12 NEGEV GALA >>> DIGNITARY LETTERS GREETINGS FROM THE JNF MANITOBA & SASKATCHEWAN EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR I have often referred to the work that our jewish organizations do locally and abroad as the ‘family business’. Growing up I was envious of friends whose families’ had a ‘family business’ and that someday they might continue their family’s legacy. Later in life and unfulfilled with my job, I had my ‘Jerry McGuire’ moment, when I realized what I was meant to do - my focus changed and so did the trajectory of my professional life. I didn’t write a manifesto as Jerry did in that famous movie with Tom Cruise, but I did find clarity. I realized that Jewish community and Israel were a central part of my being, and realized where I needed to spend my time - either as a professional or a volunteer. As luck would have it, I have been able to serve my community and Israel for more than 20 years, and in doing so, found my ‘family business’ and a profound sense of purpose. This evening, as we celebrate one of the members of our family, for his countless contributions to our community, I am reminded of how lucky we are. I have had the opportunity to work with Ted over the past 20 years and as you will hear this evening, Teddy is a remarkable person. He might well be ‘the best kept secret in the jewish community’ even though his impact is felt far and wide. This evening we are celebrating one of the most deserving recipients of JNF Canada’s and one of our community’s highest honour, that of ‘Negev Gala Honouree’. We are also investing in the project both Ted and Harriet fell in love with during a JNF visit in December 2019, The Bervin JNF Canada House of Excellence that will soon be built in Sderot along the Gaza border - ‘The Bervin’ as it will affectionately be known, will receive the proceeds from this evening’s gala and a portion will also be directed to Jewish Child and Family Service in Winnipeg. Everyone participating this evening should feel proud to be playing a part in helping two important causes. Separate from this evening, in honour of Berdie and Irvin Cohen z’l of Winnipeg, their son has pledged $1 million to ensure the project will be fully realized. To memorialize them, he has chosen a blend of their names (“BERVIN”) for that of the building. As we celebrate this evening together, let us also take pride in knowing that our family, the Jewish community of Winnipeg, will be sending 70 percent of the $2 million total dollars committed to this project by the Jewish National Fund of Canada just over 2 years ago, an incredible commitment and accomplishment for our community. To conclude as I started, by recognizing our wonderful community and by celebrating the family business, it is clear we are in good hands because of the support of our community institutions by all of you and likewise, my colleagues, those that are the current custodians of our family and community institutions. Whether it be the professionals at JCFS, The Gray Academy, Jewish Foundation of Manitoba, Jewish Federation our summer camps or the clergy that lead our community through its lifecycle events, and so many other organizations, too numerous to name, we thank you. We feel safe, proud and look forward to what our collective future has in store. Teddy, Mazal tov to you and Harriet on this great honour. Thank you for your generosity and leadership and your commitment to JNF Canada and Israel. It has been a pleasure working with you and your family - thank you for being a part of ours.
David Greaves Executive Director, JNF Canada, Manitoba/Saskatchewan 13 BUILDING ISRAEL TOGETHER From lending a helping hand to new Israeli immigrants, to discovering next-generation green innovations, to even finding the cure for COVID-19, JNF’s work impacts nearly every sector of society. Make your mark and let’s build Israel together!
Healing the Long-Term Effects of PTSD How Can We Help Children In Sderot Suffering From PTSD? For children and their families, growing up with Red Alerts amid a constant threat of war has led to high incidents of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). According to experts, residents of Sderot experience PTSD at a rate three or four times greater than that of the rest of the country. These dangerous conditions have damaged the emotion- al development of an entire generation of children and young adults, causing serious, long-term psychological harm.
How JNF Is Making A Difference. Animal-assisted therapy promotes interaction with many types of animals, such as dogs, cats, horses and even birds as a method to reduce anxiety and stress. Many studies have shown that having access to an emotional support animal has a tremendously positive effect on PTSD recovery rates. Supporting the construction of a new Animal-Assisted Therapy Centre in Sderot will benefit the more than 1,500 children and young adults living with PTSD in the region.
PICTURED - ANIMAL-ASSISTED THERAPY CENTRE
14 NEGEVGALA>>> JNF PROJECTS Helping Students Living in the Periphery How Does Living In Israel’s Peripheral Regions Affect Academic Growth? One of the main challenges for high school students residing in Israel’s peripheral cities is overcoming the educational achievement gap between their peers who live in the centre of the country. Growing up in Tel Aviv means having access to an abundance of extra-curricular experiences and resources that are simply not yet available in the Negev or in the Galilee.
How JNF Is Making A Difference. JNF is dedicated to empowering the next generation of Israel's leaders in the periphery. In an effort to close the educational achievement gap, JNF will foster academic success by collaborating with KKL-JNF Israel to build a centre in Sderot dedicated to STEM education, empowerment, and enrichment. With a successful pilot centre now fully operational in Nof Hagalil (formerly Upper Nazareth), we intend to build a new facility and replicate the outcome for the teens living in Sderot. The Bervin JNF Canada House Of Excellence will be completely fortified as Sderot is located along Israel’s most hostile border. It will be open to youth from all the surrounding communities in the Gaza envelope and the services will be free so that no child is excluded due to a lack of financial resources. This project has a matching grant, thereby doubling the impact of your donations.
PICTURED RENDERING OF THE BERVIN JNF CANADA HOUSE OF EXCELLENCE
151515 With the world sadly losing our community of Holocaust survivors, the task of keeping the memories of the Shoah alive Holocaust has only become Education in the more challenging. Jerusalem Hills There is an indescribable How Can We Continue To Memorialize The Shoah? Situated in the picturesque Jerusalem Hills roughly 600 metres above sea spiritual feeling level is one of the most powerful Holocaust memorials anywhere in the world. In 1951, as a living tribute to six million Jewish lives brutally cut that you get short, JNF operations from around the world planted six million pine, cypress, eucalyptus and carob saplings, which have grown tall and strong. when coming The Martyrs' Forest has become a living monument and one of the most beautiful places in Israel. here that cannot How JNF Is Making A Difference. Over the past 70 years, the impressive Martyrs’ Forest has become a be replicated in popular landmark where generations of Israelis have come to strengthen and enhance their connection to the past as well as to enjoy nature and a classroom. lovely forest trails. JNF has begun a development initiative at the western entrance to the forest that will include landscaping projects, as well as modern leisure and recreation areas. Thanks to the generosity of the Eran Goldblatt Windsor community, JNF is able to help ensure that the memories of the Holocaust will remain paramount for generations to come. High School Educator
PICTURED - THE RAPOPORT SCROLL OF FIRE MEMORIAL FOR THE MARTYRS OF THE HOLOCAUST
16 NEGEVGALA>>> JNF PROJECTS Ben Shemen Forest Importance of re-greening Israel. This forest was severely damaged by a wildfire in May 2019 and the KKL-JNF is currently working to restore it back to an active, green and vibrant forest for the benefit of the region’s residents, wildlife and Israel’s natural heritage. Safeguarding Israel’s forests is an essential and important task for a greener future.
Hosen Centre Rehabilitation and Therapeutic Garden The Hosen (resilience) centre has been operating for twenty five years and treats more than 400 patients a year. Located in Be'er Sheva, the centre serves the population of all southern Israel which includes families, new immigrants from the former Soviet Union and Ethiopia and the big Arab Bedouin population living in the area. Many of the centre’s patients also struggle with mental health problems such as PTSD, depression, anxiety and schizophrenia.
A personal program is built individually for each patient and can include personal sessions, group therapy, day centre and occupational rehabilitation programs. Body and mind therapy together with physical activity proved to be beneficial to rehabilitation.
For the garden renovation, the centre services will be improved by constructing a defined area for a communal therapeutic garden. The garden will be used to promote treatment goals and rehabilitation for patients and their families. 17 Lending A Helping Hand to Kids at Risk How Do We Care For Kids At Risk Who Require After School Care And Enrichment? The community of Kiryat Shemona, located on the border with Lebanonis typical of many peripheral towns. There are many economic challenges that make life difficult for many. There is a shortage of extra-curricular activities for the children and youth and sadly many have nowhere to go after school. Additional resources are needed to engage children in productive activities.
How JNF Is Making A Difference. The Israel Tennis & Education Centre (ITEC) facility in Kiryat Shemona was over-subscribed with at-risk children, many from low-income families. Therefore, in collaboration, JNF and ITEC developed a plan to expand the social service infrastructure that enables the organizers to reach more children who need help. An existing abandoned building at the site was rebuilt for two multipurpose classrooms equipped with computer stations, ceiling projector, sound projector, a library, and a kitchenette. This new space enables the staff to run educational programs, new immigrant integration activities, special needs student workshops, girl's empowerment training and more. The opportunity to learn how to play tennis brings the children to the centre, but once they are engaged, the ITEC provides an array of social services above and beyond the athletics. There is additional space that will serve as a Children’s Club. It will be a shared space that children and youth can come to relax, do homework, play games, enjoy afterschool snacks, hang out on hot or rainy days. Thanks to the generosity of the Ottawa Region, the Daniel Alfredsson Social Services Complex and Children’s Club was brought to fruition.
PICTURED - CHILDREN PARTICIPATING IN ITEC PROGRAMMING
Resilience Centre Helping to bring relief to Israelis suffering from PTSD The new Resilience Centre in Sderot will provide therapy for children and adults suffering from PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder). The building will be able to accommodate double the number of patients treated and will be reinforced, should the city suffer any rocket attacks.
The centre will provide free emotional therapy, devel- op and reinforce community resilience through diverse programs that promote strength and a feeling of belong- ing and emergency preparedness. In an emergency, the centre will treat victims of anxiety, acting as a prelimi- nary emergency room, treating patients on-site rather than evacuating them to a hospital.
The building will provide a safe space from rocket attacks and will be able to reach more residents with their programming to help fortify community resilience.
18 NEGEVGALA>>> JNF PROJECTS We have great co-existence, and embrace programs for at-risk kids. We also have a wonderful special needs program for adults. And nothing would please me more than to introduce the ITEC to as many people in my community as possible. What we do here really makes the ITEC an amazing and unique organization, way beyond tennis.
TAL AMSALEM Manager of ITEC, Kiryat Shemona
19 NEGEV GALA 2021 CAMPAIGN TEAM Honourary Chair Sponsorship, Tickets, Marjorie Blankstein, CM, OM Canvassers & Volunteers Al Benarroch, Allan Becker, Lynne Becker, Negev Gala Co-Chairs Karla Berbrayer, Benjamin Cogan, Bob Freedman Jessica Cogan, Joel Cogan, Lauren Cogan, Mel Lazareck Ron East, Linda & Martin Fingold, Noah Greenfield, Michael Nozick Vanesa Harari, Kim Hirt, Gilon Lazar, Nola Lazar, Lara London, Samantha Loxton, Harriet Lyons, Corporate And Shana Menkis, Matthew Ostrove, Einat Paz, Government Relations Hart Poskar, Louise Raber, Alan Rodkin, Gustavo Zentner Dick Rothberg, Joanne Rothberg, Elliott Steinberg, Ticket Sales Chair Larry Vicker, Zehava Yehuda, Mara Lyons Zipursky Dick Rothberg Board Members Event Planning Committee President - Nola Lazar Jessica Cogan, Nola Lazar Vice President – Michael Silver Lara London, Harriet Lyons, Past President – Jessica Cogan Zehava Yehuda Sheldon Earn, Ezra Lazar, Tracy Leipsic, Israel Ludwig, Dick Rothberg, Gala Campaign Committee Candice Tenenbein, Larry Vickar Bob Freedman, Nola Lazar, Mel Lazareck, Michael Nozick, Advisory Board Members Dick Rothberg, Michael Silver, Karla Berbrayer, Mel Lazareck, Gustavo Zentner Len Podheiser
JNF CANADA
President Chief Executive Officer Beth Price Lance Davis
JNF MANITOBA & SASKATCHEWAN
Executive Campaigns & Program & Communication President Director Operations Coordinator Coordinator Nola Lazar David Greaves Lara London Zehava Yehuda
20 NEGEVGALA>>> CAMPAIGN TEAM LR: Irv Tessler, Larry Booke, Gerry Posner, Michael Nozick, Sheldon Gillman, Teddy.
Edward Arthur Lyons, born March 15, 1943, in Halifax, Nova Scotia, son of Ruvin and Edythe ( Hecht) Lyons, older brother to ellen Lyons Goldstein, a descendent of the Lazebnikov family, resident of 420 Niagara Street in Winnipeg for many years, owner of a dog named Frisky, a skinny kid until he got married, not much of a student in school, but more successful with girls than any of us as we grew up, an inquisitive and curious guy who liked to take things apart and put them back together, a boy who followed his father into Medicine and later the Presidency of Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, all of these and more is the man honoured by JNF.
Therefore Dr. Ted, it is with the greatest pleasure that we congratulate you on yet another achievement, particularly one in which so many deserving young people will benefit. We, the five of us who choose to refer to ourselves as your “inner circle,” go all the way back to grade school (I won’t spell out how many years that is, but you can do the math). We remember that things did not come easy for you. We were witness to your earlier struggles to keep up in school, and teased you about being (virtually) chained you to your desk with school work while we happily played outside. We, along with your teachers, never could have predicted that you would break out of your shell, to not only become an accomplished M.D., but to become recognized as a world-renowned expert in your field. We recall how one high school teacher in particular advised you and your parents to give up on higher education, and to learn a skill that would get you through life. She could never have imagined how much motivation that provided you, to prove her wrong, and that the skill you chose would have such an impact on the lives of so many. We admired your perseverance and drive to succeed. We followed your amazing career with pride. Most of all, you have always been there for us, so it’s not surprising to any of us that you are standing here today as a leader in your community and a role model for those like you, who didn’t skate through life. You have dedicated so much of your time and energy, and resources to giving back. JNF could not have chosen a more deserving candidate to honour today. I speak for all of us when I say how proud we are of your accomplishments. The next reunion for the six of us can’t come soon enough, when we will be able to congratulate you in person. Larry Booke, Sheldon Gilman, Michael Nozick, Gerry Posner and Irv Tessler
21 EDWARD A. LYONS O.C., BSc, MD, LMCC, FRCP
Eizehu Chacham? Haro’eh et Hanolad* Who is wise? One who foresees the consequence of one’s actions. (Tamid 32a:7).
Dr. Edward (Ted) A. Lyons, or “Teddy” as he is known to his friends and family, was born in Halifax, Nova Scotia in 1943. His father, Ruvin immigrated at age 3 from the Ukraine. His mother, Edith was born in Winnipeg. Ruvin was posted with the Canadian Army Medical corps to Camp Aldershot in Kentville, Nova Scotia. After the war, the young couple moved west and settled in Winnipeg, Manitoba to raise their family. Shared with his sister Ellen, Ted recalls their childhood home being filled with, “warmth, kindness, artistry, and reverence”.
* Hanolad has double meaning - what is to come / what is to be born 22 NEGEV GALA >>> BIOGRAPHY 45th Wedding Anniversary, Gimli, 2002
Suffice to say his childhood was a happy 54th Wedding Anniversary this summer. the right place, at the right time. For one – especially his many summers spent Ted, that meant being involved in an at the family cottage in Gimli, where In 1970, while in his third year of emerging field at the ground level. Once Ted became an expert swimmer – and Radiology residency, Ted received the ultrasound field exploded, Ted’s eventually a swimming instructor. the SERF (Scientific Education and career did too. He soon found himself Research) Fellowship. He and Harriet lecturing all over the world as a leading Ted’s father, Dr. Ruvin Lyons, pursued chose to travel to Glasgow, Scotland. expert in this new field. a career in obstetrics and became a role where Ted conducted research for model to his son. While Ted readily Professor Ian Donald, the first doctor Ted Lyons is world-renowned for being admits that he was not a diligent student to work with Obstetrical Ultrasound…a at the forefront of, and helping to during his teenage years at Winnipeg’s pioneer in this field. literally shape the future of, diagnostic Kelvin High School, seeing the ultrasound. His research and innovation dedication his father gave to his patients, Ted is proud to tout Harriet’s career as an helped make ultrasound one of the safest and the appreciation they showed him in educator and as a successful potter. Her and most widely used, non-invasive return, inspired Ted to apply to medical handmade porcelain Mezzuzot grace the tools in medicine. He was among the school. entryways for the Simkin Centre rooms first to use ultrasound to detect early and the Gray Academy. pregnancies. He is also credited for the In 1964, following his first year of evolution of many advancements made medicine, Ted’s father told him about a In April 2008, Harriet, Sam, Mara and over the last 40 years. To this day he research project being conducted by Dr. 3-year-old granddaughter Anna watched continues to help develop new testing, Mike Saunders, a neurologist, who had as the Right Honourable Michaëlle Jean, technologies, and equipment. purchased a flaw detector that had been Governor General of Canada recognized converted into an ultrasound machine. It Dr. Ted Lyons with one of the highest “In almost 50 years we’ve gone from an was extremely rudimentary; ultrasound honours that can be given to a Canadian image that looked like a snowstorm, to was not used as a standard diagnostic when he was appointed as an Officer being able to look inside the body with tool at that time. However, Dr. Saunders of the Order of Canada recognizing “a exquisite detail at all the major solid thought it might have some value. Ted lifetime of achievement and merit of organs, to lifelike 3-D images of fetuses. spent two summers ‘playing’ with the a high degree, especially in service to I was able to ride the wave of technology ultrasound contraption to see if there Canada or to humanity at large.” and work very closely with international was any potential or clinical value in it. imaging companies. We had a big The journey that brought Teddy from established ultrasound lab very early on; It was during Medical school that Ted Scotland to Rideau Hall is a remarkable we were the first lab in Canada doing met Harriet Jacob, the daughter of one. general ultrasound.” Sophie and Aubie Jacob. They married in July of 1967 and are celebrating their Legacies are often made by being at “Companies were looking to work with 23 1969 Harvey & his father, Myer Thal Family Photo, 1949 L-R: Teddy, Ruvin Lyons, Edith Lyons, Ellen (Goldstein) Graduation From Medicine U Of M, June 1968
Wedding July 18, 1967 Visiting Friends In Brazil, 1986 L-R: Edith & Ruvin Lyons, Harriet & Ted Lyons, Ellen Goldstein (Sister) L-R: Mara, Harriet, Sami, Teddy
labs doing clinical work to test and then “In 1978, I published the first colour atlas imaging technology that for me was highlight their technology at various of sectional anatomy, complete with a set not only fascinating but life and career imaging meetings. Our Ultrasound of slides for teachers. This was done with altering. team was more than willing to do that: the help of the Anatomy Department to be able to use the latest technology to and was a compilation of hundreds of People open doors and not everyone realize better imaging of all organs. This body slices in different planes. With the walks through, but I chose to explore the was in return for spending a little more advent of sectional imaging, there was opportunities that were available to me. time or doing things slower in the lab. now a need for an annotated anatomical “I always liked technology, especially new Ultimately, I spent a lot of time lecturing reference guide. Prior to that, anatomists technology. I did all kinds of experiments worldwide on the new technology I had and surgeons dealt only with gross in this field. In the 70’s, we started to an opportunity to use. In 1985 we were anatomy, visible to the naked eye and look at pregnancy especially the early the first lab to use a newly developed had no need for cross sectional imaging developing fetus. Of course, the big probe that could be placed within a few which allowed for viewing inside the question is: you can see things but are you centimeters of a developing embryo. body.” harming anyone? I did experiments on These images of a 3mm, six-week embryo fertilized chicken eggs to see if excessive were mind-blowing.” “I was a traveler on a stream of new exposure to Ultrasound would result
24 NEGEV GALA >>> BIOGRAPHY Teddy’s Bar Mitzvah, Sharrey Zedek Synagogue, 1956 Ted & Harriet At ‘The Wall’ In Jerusalem One L-R: Gramma Freda Lyons, Ruvin Lyons, Teddy, Edith Lyons, Grandparents Hymie & Bessie Hecht Of Many Trips To Israel
Gimli Cottage, 1981 Recieving Lifetime Acheivment Award From The University Of Manitoba L-R: Mara, Ted, Sami Lyons L-R: Dr. Howard Goldstein, Ellen Goldstein, Harriet Lyons, Ted Lyons, 2016 in abnormal chickens. We found no abnormalities, nothing, and there were many studies done. The healthy chickens The BEST part of my day is when a from the experiments were donated to my “ wife Harriet’s Grade 5 class - along with a clinician calls me and says “Ted, I have homemade chicken coop. The chickens wandered freely amongst the students in a problem. Can you help me?” And the classroom. They were a big hit!” I do what I can do using ultrasound “I was lucky to get into the field at that time. Had I come in ten years earlier or technology to help them out. It’s twenty years later, I would have missed the boat and the chance to do some of something I find very rewarding.” the early work, meet and work with international Ultrasound pioneers and in - Dr. Ted Lyons some way, help to influence the field.”
#NegevGalaWPG 25 December 2019, Masada, Rosie’s Bat Mitzvah: Anna, Sheldon, RosieDecember and Mara 2019, (Lyons) Masada, Zipursky Rosie’s Bat Mitzvah: Anna, Sheldon, Rosie and Mara (Lyons) Zipursky
L-R: Ted, Ruvin & Edith Lyons, Ellen Goldstein, 1989 L-R: Ted, Ruvin & Edith Lyons, Ellen Goldstein, 1989
Planting Trees At JNF Forest, Israel, Dec. 2019 Planting Trees At JNF Forest, Israel, Dec. 2019
Daughter Mara & Son-In-Law Sheldon Zipursky’s Wedding Daughter Mara & Son-In-Law Sheldon Zipursky’s Wedding Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, November 2003 Shaarey Zedek Synagogue, November 2003 Back Row: Howard & Ellen Goldstein, Mara Lyons-Zipursky, Back Row: Howard & Ellen Goldstein, Mara Lyons-Zipursky, Sheldon Zipursky,Zipursky, Harriet Harriet & & Ted Ted Lyons Lyons Middle Middle Row: Row: Amy Amy & &Stacey Stacey Cohen, Cohen, Baby HannahHannah Cohen,Cohen, Granny Granny Edith Edith Lyons, Lyons, Front Row:Row: JonathanJonathan Goldstein, Goldstein, Sam Sam Lyons Lyons
AtAt Nof Nof Hagalil Hagalil KKL KKL House House At At Chanukah Chanukah Enjoying Enjoying Sufganyot Sufganyot
Fort GarryGarry Hotel,Hotel, Sep Sep 2011 2011 HarrietHarriet & Ted’s& Ted’s Five Five Grandchildren, Grandchildren, 2016 2016 Son SamiSami && DaughterDaughter In In Law Law Rose’s Rose’s Wedding Wedding BackBack Row: Row: Anna Anna & &Rosie Rosie Zipursky, Zipursky, Sophie Sophie Lyons Lyons Front Front Row: Row: RuvinRuvin && EllyElly Lyons L-R: Ted,Ted, Harriet,Harriet, Rose Rose (Gleason) (Gleason) & & Sam Sam Lyons Lyons
26 26 NEGEV NEGEV GALA GALA >>> >>> BIOGRAPHYBIOGRAPHY “ I love doing what I am doing. I’d like to be remembered for being half the man that my dad was. He really was a great role model as a doctor and as a person. Not only did he deliver most of the Jewish babies in Winnipeg, but he was also a fantastic community leader. He loved medicine and cared deeply for all his patients. And I saw that, and it inspired me.”
– Dr. Ted Lyons That same year Ted was recognized Disney Cruise, 2019 Sam & Rose Lyons “The future? We still haven’t by the Winnipeg Jewish community L-R: Elly, Ruvin, Sophie Lyons realized it. As I say in my lectures with the Sol Kanee Distinguished to first year Medicine, I show Community Service Medal. In students what the technology used 2015, the Society of Radiologists to be, what it is today and what it presented him with the Ultrasound could be tomorrow when they have Distinguished Service Award, these ultrasound machines in their which was followed by a University pockets instead of a stethoscope. of Manitoba Distinguished Alumni Whether they are in a high-tech Award for Lifetime Achievement in environment like Winnipeg or a 2016. low-tech environment in some rural area, they should be better able to Ted is a Fellow of the American evaluate their patient’s problems. College of Radiology (FACR), the American Institute of Ultrasound in The BEST part of my day is when Medicine (FAIUM), the Canadian a clinician calls me and says “Ted, Association of Radiologists (FCAR) I have a problem. Can you help the Royal College of Physicians and me?” And I do what I can do using Surgeons of Canada (FRCPC). He is ultrasound technology to help a professor and former head of the them out. It’s something I find very Department of Radiology Obstetrics rewarding. “- Dr. Ted Lyons & Gynaecology & Anatomy at the University of Manitoba and The last 20 years have seen Teddy Health Sciences Centre. Ted has showered with accolades. In 2003, written and co-authored countless he was honoured with the Joseph articles and papers, along with Holmes Clinical Pioneer Award of five books, and has continuousl the AIUM. In 2012, Ted received the given of himself and his time to Queen Elizabeth Diamond Jubilee pay it forward by volunteering on Medal, presented by the Honourable numerous committees and boards, Phillip S. Lee, Lieutenant Governor both medical and non-medical. of Manitoba. In 2014, he, as his father before him, was given an His contributions to Jewish Honorary Membership in the organizations have helped shape Receiving The Sol Kanee Distinguished Canadian Medical Association. the Winnipeg community. Ted Community Service Medal, 2014
#NegevGalaWPG 27 The Right Honourable Governor General Michaelle Jean & Ted Lyons Ted At Work, Health Sciences Centre Investiture As Officer Into The Order Of Canada, 2008
Shabbat On Queenston Bay, 1998. Back Row: L-R: Ally Jacob, Ran Jacob, Hersh Jacob, Harriet Lyons, At Beit KKL, Nof Hagalil, Upper Ted Lyons, Lesley Jacob, Ken Jacob Middle Row: Sam Lyons, Sean Jacob, Aubie & Sophie Jacob, Galilee After A Wonderful Tour Jon Jacob, Mara Lyons-Zipursky, Hart Jacob First Row: Aviva Jacob, Tai Jacob
organizations have helped shape the Mara and her husband Sheldon, son Sami me.” – Dr. Ted Lyons Winnipeg community. Ted is an active and his wife Rose, along with his five volunteer with the Jewish Federation grandchildren, Anna, Rosie, Sophie, Elly Son. Father. Grandfather. Husband. of Winnipeg and is a past president. and Ruvin, for playing an instrumental Doctor. Author. Pioneer. Professor. He was, as his father thirty years before role in his success. And, of course, his first Philanthropist. him, past president of the congregation mentors - his parents Edith and Ruvin. Shaarey Zedek Synagogue. an important Most people would be happy to achieve place not only in life of the city, but also “I love doing what I am doing. I’d like to just one of those titles. Ted Lyons in the Lyons’ family. Ted believes that to be remembered for being half the man continues to seek out new roles for himself strengthen community one must leave a that my dad was. He really was a great because he knows what the consequences legacy both financially and spiritually for role model as a doctor and as a person. of his actions are: he will make the world generations that follow. To that end, Ted Not only did he deliver most of the Jewish a better place. and Harriet’s quiet philanthropic efforts babies in Winnipeg, but he was also a are making a difference. fantastic community leader. He loved A wise man, indeed. medicine and cared deeply for all his Teddy credits his wife, Harriet, daughter patients. And I saw that, and it inspired
28 NEGEV GALA >>> BIOGRAPHY Society Of Radiologists In Ultrasound Cruising Down the Dnieper River (Ukraine). With Cousins In Search Of Grandparents Presented With “Distinguished Service Award” Shtettles, 2007 L-R Ted Lyons, Dick Rothberg, Dr. Roger Lyons From The SRU, with John Cronan, 2015
Enjoying An Evening with Friends of 75 years in Palm Springs, 2018 Celebrating 1st Chanukah Lighying At Nof Hagalil, Israel, L-R: Back Row: Gerry Posner, Ted Lyons Front Row: with Students and JNF Representatives Larry Booke, Sheldon Gilman, Irving Tessler, Michael Nozick
is an active volunteer with the Jewish difference. that my dad was. He really was a great Federation of Winnipeg and is a past role model as a doctor and as a person. president. He was, as his father thirty Ted credits his wife, Harriet, daughter Not only did he deliver most of the Jewish years before him, past president of the Mara and her husband Sheldon, son Sami babies in Winnipeg, but he was also a congregation Shaarey Zedek Synagogue. and his wife Rose, along with his five fantastic community leader. He loved an important place not only in life of the grandchildren, Anna, Rosie, Sophie, Elly medicine and cared deeply for all his city, but also in the Lyons’ family. Ted and Ruvin, for playing an instrumental patients. And I saw that, and it inspired believes that to strengthen community role in his success. And, of course, his first me.” – Dr. Ted Lyons one must leave a legacy both financially mentors - his parents Edith and Ruvin. and spiritually for generations that Son. Father. Grandfather. Husband. follow. To that end, Ted and Harriet’s “I love doing what I am doing. I’d like to Doctor. Author. Pioneer. Professor. quietRuvin philanthropic and Teddy Lyons efforts in a special are moment,making 1992a be remembered for being half the man Philanthropist.
#NegevGalaWPG 29 Broza’s Song - Translatsion 1. Sigaliyot 2. Haisha She’iti 3. Bedouin Love Song 4. Yiyhe Tov - FINALE BONUS TRACK: Mitachat La Shamayim
Bouquet of Violets / Sigaliyot She got married and she is happy in spite her husband being savage and wild He is always upset and moody and he even doesn’t say why. For three years, she receives under her door, letters of poetry from a stranger They lighten up her youth
Who is writing to you, girl; reveal who sends a bunch of purple flowers when spring blooms Who, every ninth of November, with no greetings, name or hint, sends you a wreath of violets tied with a bow.
For many Nights She can not sleep She daydreams about him He is probably a romantic mentch, A good soul and pleasant smile For three years he has been suffering in silence Yes, sometimes she nearly cries out And what if her husband knows? She hides her letters.
Who is writing to you, girl,...
When her husband comes home weary from work throws a questioning glance He doesn’t say anything, but he knows, if she knew she would go crazy: yes, it is him who writes to her, he is the lover, he is the subject of her dreams. And what if her husband knows? She hides her letters.
Who is writing to you, girl,...
The woman by my side (Ha’isha She’iti) The woman by my side does not insist on washing her body in a sacred pool “She is not for you”, my mother mumbles and my father says she is as thin as a skeleton But she is more real than all of us It is love like in the times from before we were born Only i know David Broza The woman by my side does not insist David Broza is an internationally renowned Israeli singer- that i pick another rose for her every night songwriter, recognized for his dynamic guitar performances and humanitarian efforts. His signature sound brings together The woman by my side is a fruit of the influence of Spanish flamenco, American folk, rock and The Garden of Eden in my soul like a string she quivers roll, and poetry. My friends make eyes at her Social justice and peace advocacy are embedded in Broza’s and my enemies raise their hands in defeat work; his 1977 hit song “Yihye Tov” remains an Israeli peace She will envelop me in softness and fragrance anthem. With over 40 albums released, many of which and afterwards will warm my body with hers and i whisper to her are multiplatinum, in English, Hebrew, and Spanish, Broza continues to tour globally both as a solo musician and with The woman by my side is a fruit of heaven his various musical projects. He is the founder of the non- slipping over my face like water over stone profit One Million Guitars, which gives underprivileged school children around the world hand-crafted guitars and the To the woman by my side all of me is addicted foundation of a musical education. David will be accompanied and she also sowed in the fields that i plowed In the morning i awake only to her In the darkness I by musicians of the Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra. search for her lips I am hers now and all that I owned The friends, the dogs, the “hook-ups”, the games 30 NEGEV GALA >>> DAVID BROZA and peace in his pipe on all I gave up and we said let’s complete (it) Poor Juanito ... and we’ll live as brothers and he then said (let’s) advance, To the woman who is with me all of me is addicted just go out from the territories. but do not reveal to her what i have said do not reveal to her what i have said And all will be better... Slipping over my face like water over stone I look out of my window Bedouin Love Song to see if all this is real He used to send his flute sounds to the desert sands I look out of my window and muttered my prayer Caressing her soft body in a devouring storm more advocacy for wolf and lamb “Stop being like the sand, I want you to be like a rock the leopard shall lay down with the goat Then he promised not to wander off alone But in the meantime you keep by the palm of your hand When the desert winds blew he held tight to the tent Blocking his ears not to hear or breathe this sound And all will be better... Wanderer, the desert wispered, “you’re berried in a narrow tent”. We shall learn to live together And the sheep cried in the valley like a flute Under the olive trees And children will live without Ho ho ho ho ho, a voice is calling me to wander Borders or frontiers, Ho ho ho ho ho, a voice is calling me to wander And fresh grass will grow Over the graveyards, And when the floods arrived he forgot his promise For love and peace. He reached out his arms to touch the sound of the flute For after a hundred years of war Dancing madly among the reeds he was swept away as if he was We haven’t, and will not lose hope. sand in the wind And the rocks spread their arms like egret I look out of my window maybe a new day will come When he returned on his horse to strengthen the tent She weaved colored threads into words on the wall WSO credits “Welcome betrayer, hold tight to the tent, Julian Pellicano, conductor I have also been taken by the desert call”. First Violins Gwen Hoebig, Concertmaster It will be better / Yiyhe Tov Karl Stobbe I look out of the window Jeff Dyrda and it makes me very sad, Mary Lawton spring has left Sonia Lazar who knows when it will return. the clown has become a king Second Violins the prophet has become a clown Jeremy Buzash and I have forgotten the way Elation Pauls but I am still here Jane Radomski Elizabeth Dyer And it will be better it will be better, yes Violas though I break down sometimes Marie-Elyse Badeau but tonight Greg Hay oh, tonight Mike Scholz I will stay with you. Cellos Children wear wings Arlene Dahl and fly off to the army Alex Adaman and after two years they return without an answer. Bass People live under stress Meredith Johnson looking for a reason to breathe and between hatred and murder Orchestra Personnel Manager Greg Hay they talk about peace. Principal Librarian Greg Hamilton And all will be better... WSO Staff Up there in the sky clouds are learning how to fly Executive Director Trudy Schroeder and I look up and see a hijacked airplane. VP Artistic Operations & Community Engagement Jean-Francois Phaneuf The government and the generals divide the land, Production Manager Laura Lindeblom into “theirs” and “ours” when will we see the end? David Broza Credits: Here comes the prince of Egypt David Azulay, Teev Management oh how I rejoiced for him Genie Benson, Teev Management there are pyramids in (our) eyes 31 2021 NEGEV GALA PROJECT THE BUILDING OF THE BERVIN JNF CANADA HOUSE OF EXCELLENCE
32 NEGEV GALA >>> NEGEV PROJECT
The Jewish National Fund of Canada has always been at the forefront of helping the land of Israel transform its bleak deserts into beautiful blooming green forests and lush parks. Now JNF Canada is planting a different kind of seed: we are deeply committed to supporting both Israel’s land and its people. The Bervin JNF Canada House of Excellence in Sderot, (the city closest to the Gaza border) will serve as a fortified after-school education, empowerment, and enrichment centre for high school students regardless of race, colour or religion, providing them with the necessary tools and skills for academic and personal success. The Bervin JNF Canada House will feature a courtyard for outdoor studies and comprise learning spaces of different sizes as well as educational and multimedia resources to encourage creative learning. The House will be divided into classrooms, and a unique experiential learning hub. The classrooms are designed to contain small learning groups, except for one large classroom and a computer lab with leading-edge equipment. The hall will be used for workshops, lectures, performances and film screenings. The hub is an open space for relaxing. Partner with us to help build The Bervin JNF Canada House of Excellence in Sderot, as we aim to close the educational achievement gap, foster academic success, and empower periphery youth.
TED AND HARRIET’S VISIT Harriet and I were in Israel for our granddaughter’s Bat Mitzvah in December 2019. We arrived two days early and JNF hosted us on a trip to the upper Galilee and the next day to Sderot. In the north, in upper Galilee we visited an after- school facility designed for 14 - 18-year-olds who come voluntarily. They are finishing high school and preparing for the army and then University. Here they are given extra training in math, physics, Computers and English. These subjects are critical to be successful in industry, particularly in Israel, a Startup nation. The thinking is that urban children have access to extra training but rural children would not. This would be an opportunity to give children additional training to help them get into elite units in the army or into University. For both of these you need high marks that may be difficult to achieve with just regular school classes. Sderot is a rural settlement south of Jerusalem and a stones throw from Gaza where the JNF is going to build a facility similar to the one in Upper Galilee. Money is being raised this year through all of the Canadian JNF Galas. The facility will be based on the one in Upper Galilee but learning from any mistakes that they may had made. Out of necessity, it will also act as a bomb shelter, given the frequent rocket attacks. We visited the proposed site which is centrally located on a main thorough fare close to established schools and newer housing projects. We met with Mayor Alon Davidi who visited Winnipeg last year. He is committed to growing Sderot, bringing in industry and new housing. He has also committed to this project by committing the land for the new building. We thank everyone that already gave and will give generously to make this worthwhile project a reality.
#NegevGalaWPG 33 THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS
LEAD SPONSOR Harriet & Ted Lyons
34 NEGEV GALA >>> NEGEV CONTRIBUTIONS PRESENTING SPONSOR Michael Nozick Family Foundation Michael Nozick & Cheryl Ashley Jenn & Alan Ritter Kim Nozick Josh & Emily Nozick LEADERSHIP Marjorie Blankstein Archie Cham Bob & Joan Rothberg and Dick & Joanne Rothberg Jacqueline Simkin CHAI Sara & Debbie Gray Dr. Sid Dashefsky Dr. Clifford Levi & Carol Levi Drs. Noam Millo & Tamar Rubin The Asper Foundation PLATINUM Joanne & Sam Katz, Kay Four Properties Karyn & Mel Lazareck Larry & Tova Vickar, Vickar Automive Group
35 BRONZE CONTINUED SUPPORTING CONTINUED Shirley & Bob Freedman Darren Earn, Wai-Ming, Kai and Nadia GOLD Myra Frieman The Fingold Family Carol & Neil Duboff Friends of Israel Brownie Fleishman and Family For Eyes Optical Susan Fugman Arthur J Gallagher & Co and Michael Fugman Sam, Rose, Sophie, Gina and Jea Guertin Elly & Ruvin Lyons Ellen & Howard The Grosberg Family Fund Goldstein, Jon, Jaime The Hon. Joe E. & Mara (Lyons), & Ollie Goldstein & Fern Hershfield Sheldon, Anna & Amy, Stacey & Howard Morry Law Corporation Hannah Cohen Jewish Federation Rosie Zipursky of Winnipeg Nora Kaufman and Ahava Halpern & Frank Lavitt Family Nola & Matthew Lazar The Knight Family Ellen & Stewart Leibl SILVER and Family Birchwood Karen & Peter Leipsic Belva & Jack London and Family Automotive Group Levene Tadman Golub Maylene & Israel Ludwig Law Corporation Lance Davis Dr. Deborah Mabin, Daniel John Lindsay Medical Corporation Dave Hill Law Dr. Douglas W. MacEwan Laura Richman and K. Eleanor Wiebe, QC Corporation Cynthia & Bruce Miltenberg Shaarey Zedek Heather & Norman Silver Roger & Barbara Lyons, Congregation and Family Andrew, Alisha & Rena & Barry Shenkarow Ivy Kopstein & Murray Palay Jonathan People Corporation WPG The Wealth Sybil Plattner Planning Group Inc. The Rich Family Gerry & Sherna Posner Western Financial Group / Robert C Ramsay MD Dr. Michael Sheps Wyatt Dowling Insurance & Norma K Ramsay MD Jane & Ronald Reider - In memory of Reider Insurance Edith Shpeller Dr. JL Reynolds Medical SUPPORTING Corporation Academy Skin Centre Sylvia & Perry Schulman Adesa Winnipeg Public Auction Secter and Guralnick Families BRONZE Barbara & Abe Anhang The Shindleman Family Gail Asper & Don & Bev Aronovitch Michael Paterson Rae Shnier Cheryl & Earl Barish Fanny & Charles Shore Bridges for Peace, Canada Lynne & Allan Becker and Family Karla Berbrayer & Ethel & Sid Soronow Chase Auto Body Supplies Ltd. Allen Kraut and Family Unigraphics Concord Projects Jennifer Blumenthal & Christine & John Watson Daniel Bubis and family – Watson Workshop Sheldon & Sandra Earn Cara Braker Richard & Rhoda Watson and David & Shamona Earn Jessica & Joel Cogan and Family Phyllis Pollock & Joe Wilder Enterprise Holdings Executed Events Inc. Sindee & Albert Wilhelmer Sharon & Sid Wolchock
36 NEGEV GALA >>> NEGEV CONTRIBUTIONS Ellen & Daniel Hamburg Marlee Cantor THANK YOU TO Gail Hechter Philipa & Rodney Caplan OUR SUPPORTERS Daniela & Eric Jacobsohn Pat Charad Adrienne Katz Jack & Harriet Cipilinski Cherry Tree Productios Ellen & David Kroft Susan & Jerry Cohen Janice Connon Priscilla Kerr Hatae & Diego Hatae Gwen Secter Creative Paula & Harold Diamond Living Centre Iain Kirkpatrick Ethel & Zvi Dil Orah (Helen) Kleiman Jewish Child & Family Service Rena & Daniel Elbaze Bryan Klein Glory & Larry Fleisher Lakeview Hotels & Resorts. Cindy Lazar & Joel Kay Rietta & Jerry Floom Marli & David Lerner Jaqueline Freedman Sally & Jeremy Lipschitz Janie Gilbert DONORS Patricia Ludwig Selma & Murray Gilfix Jon Lyon Beth & Bobby Goldberg Phyllis Goldberg Gary Margolis $500+ Elaine Golumbia Carol McArton Andrew Gomori Dan Akman Natalie & Mark Newman Sandra Gordon Minnie & Dick Bell Wesley Palatnick Brenda & Saul Greenberg Liz & Michael Boroditsky Elaine & Robert Paul Carole & Terry Gutkin Diane & Richard Boroditsky Jeanne & Brian Pauls Vanesa Harari & Emilio Allami Irene & Robert Corne Dianne Popeski & Lorrie Kirshenbaum Cydney Hayes Heather Cram Louise & Lorne Raber Evelyn & Larry Hecht Fay Reich Bonnie & Michael Helper Arlene & Mel Fages Mickey Hoch Melissa & Richard Rice Jon Gerrard Roberta & Larry z”l Hurtig Birgit Westergaard & Harriet & Elliot Rodin Marni & Lanny Jacob Norman Gladstone Faye Rosenberg-Cohen & Harvey Cohen Vivian Jacob & Conrad Gavaga David Goldenberg Brent Schacter Carole Jeffries David Greaves Marcy & Barry Schwartz Penny & Gerald Kalef Lloyd Secter Arnold Kapitz Monte & Cecile Kowall Amy Karlinsky Lisa & Steven Kroft Jacqueline Seipp & Todd Boyer Al Shell Sheila & Miriam Kohn Louisa & Ali Raizman Sally Shuckett Mark Lander Sidney Robinovitch Sonia & Ezra Lazar Judi & Joel Shuster Laurie Shapiro & Rick Lee Naida & Charles Rubin Shira Cohen & Stu Slayen Miriam & Preston Segal Tracy Leipsic & Jeff Buchwald Evita & Lyle Smordin Sherrill Levene Rita Shapera Jacob Robert Stanson Robyn & Richard Lieberman Elissa Abrams & Alex Singer MIndray Medical Systems Perky Linder The Saul and Claribel Simkin Centre Freda Steel & David Gisser Susan & Stan Lipnowski Jim Stoffman Jackie & Richard Stillwater Doug Lochhead - Granite Financial Catherine Weinstein & David Walker Candice & Marshall Tenenbein Lara London & Hart Poskar Fanny Levy & Gustavo Zentner Irv Tessler Arthur Lyons Enid Lyons & Victor Wonnacott Sharon Thompson Glass Kayla & Art Maister $250 - $499 Elaine & Rubin Todres Riva & Scott Mcwilliam Lynne & Henry Trachtenberg Elina Melekh Michael Averbach Brenlee Carrington Trepel & Brent Trepel Tanis & Sheldon Mindell Danita & Michel Aziza and Family Louis Trepel & WT Grogan Arthur & Naomi Nitikman Sarah Barr Marilyn Trepel Jodi Novak Brenlee Sucharov & Albert Benarroch Susan & Eric Vickar Tannis & Marshall Peikoff Sharna & Ivor Berman Paulette & Lorne Weiss Sheila Rabb Terri & Morley Bernstein Wendy & Samuel Wilder Audra & Evan Roitenberg Sandra Rosen Brenda & Larry Booke Jackie & Errol Wright Joyce & Sid Rosenhek Harriet & Carey Boroditsky Karen Roth Jill & Lorne Brandes $36 - $250 Sheila & Bernie Rubenstein Debbie & Bobby Brown Reeva D. Abrams Joan & Jack Rusen Louise Claman Sandra & Garry Ackerman Sarah & Dov Secter Katherine Cobor & Gordon Steindel Willa Adelman Sylvia Segal Nessie & Harvey Cogan Sharon Allentuck Emily & Marvin Shane Dolly & Lawrence Cohen Adina & Shmuel Altein Joan Sheps Gail & Martin Corne Carole Arenson Michael Sheps Maxine Cristall Jill & Steven Atnikov Elaine & Norman Silverberg Cheryl Singer Esther & Hyman Dashevsky Geila Bar-David Elaine & William Bebchuk Faith & Marvin Slutchuck Sherry & Brian Davis Francie Smith Susan Feldman Hannon Bell Corinne & David Billinkoff Errol Tapper Linda & Allan Finkleman Cathy & Howard Blatt Sandy Tapper Suzanne & Earl Golden Audrey & Brian Book Bonnie Tregobov Debbie & Alvin Goldsman Shirley Book Alice & Bill Weissmann Elaine & Ian Goldstine Elaine & Allan Borodkin White Rose Foundation Inc Rosalyn & Charles Golfman David & Sheila Brodovsky Marni Wiseman & Shane Perlmutter Claire Breslaw & Paul Granovsky Lori Shenkarow & Jeffrey Brown Zehava Yehuda Rhonda & Harry Youell Noreen & David Greenberg Dee Buchwald Edith Zipursky Howard Greenberg Canadian Association of Ben Gurion University Elyse Halprin we apologize for any possible omissions or typos
#NegevGalaWPG 37 NEGEV GALA HONOUREES 1955 -2021 JEWISH NATIONAL FUND HAS SPONSORED NEGEV TRIBUTE GALAS TO HONOUR OUTSTANDING COMMUNITY LEADERS. IT IS WITH RESPECT AND GRATITUDE THAT WE LIST THE NAMES OF THOSE WHOM WE HAVE HONOURED AND WHO HAVE HONOURED OUR COMMUNITY WITH THEIR ENDEAVOURS.
38 38 3838 NEGEVNEGEV GALAGALA >>>>>> PASTPOST NEGEV HONOUREES HONOUREES 1953 David Secter z”l* 1986 Donald H. Gales 1954 Justice Ivan C. Rand z”l 1987 Reuben Cristall z”l 1955 Mrs. D.P. (Sarah) Gotlieb z”l 1988 Justice Guy J. Kroft z”l 1956 Joseph Wolinksy z”l 1989 Saul B. Zitzerman 1957 M.A. Gray, M.L.A. z”l 1990 Ed Vickar z”l 1958 Samuel Joshua Drache, Q.C. z”l 1991 Nora Kaufman 1959 Reuben Kimmel z”l 1992 Sidney Spivak, Q.C. z”l 1960 Ben Sheps z”l 1993 Simkin Family 1961 Mark H. Danzker z”l 1994 Morley Blankstein z”l 1962 Hart Green Jr. Q.C. z”l 1995 Holocaust Survivors 1963 Max Steiman z”l, Reuben Moser z”l, 1996 Premier Gary Filmon Abe Schwartz z”l 1997 Marsha Cowan & Sharon Wolchock 1964 Samuel N. Cohen z”l 1998 Israel’s 50th Anniversary 1965 Harry Silverberg z”l 1999 Past Honourees 1966 Maitland B. Steinkopf, Q.C. z”l 2000 Norman Vickar z”l 1967 Chief Justice Samuel Freedman z”l 2001 Sandra & Harvey Secter 1968 Joseph Secter z”l 2002 Karyn & Mel Lazareck 1969 Sol Kanee z”l 2003 Rev. John Howson 1970 Abraham Simkin, Q.C. z”l 2004 Miriam Maltz 1971 Archie Micay, Q.C. z”l & Harry Walsh, Q.C. z”l 2005 The Asper Foundation 1972 William S. Pitch z”l 2006 Premier Gary Doer 1973 Shia Feldman z”l & William (Bill) Goldberg z”l2007 Arnold Frieman z”l 1974 Samuel Bookbinder z”l 2008 Larry M. Hurtig, FCA z”l 1975 David S. Kaufman z”l 2009 Bob Silver 1976 Iser S. Portnoy z”l 2010 Tova & Larry Vickar 1977 Samuel Galpern z”l 2011 The Hon. Christine Melnick 1978 Murray H. Tapper z”l 2012 Bonnie & John Buhler 1979 Sydney L. Morantz z”l 2013 Arab Jewish Dialogue 1980 Marjorie Blankstein & Ruth Druxerman z”l 2014 Joseph J. Wilder, Q.C. 1981 Rabbi Shalom Rappaport z”l, 2015 Robert Freedman Rabbi Peretz Weitzman z”l 2016 Peter Leipsic 1982 Harold Buchwald, C.M. Q.C., LLD z”l 2017 Rabbi Alan Green 1983 Ron Polinsky 2018 Alpha Omega Dental Fraternity 1984 Max Shore z”l Manitoba Chapter & Dr. Gerald Niznick 1985 Oscar B. Grubert z”l 2019 Steven Schipper * z”l indicates deceased
39 NEGEV PROJECT 2019
STEVEN SCHIPPER A NEW PHYSIOTHERAPY CENTRE IN BEIT HALOCHEM Proceeds from the 2019 Negev Campaign went to fund the physiotherapy and hydrotherapy wing serving wounded veterans and severely injured victims of terror at the soon to be built Beit Halochem in Ashdod. Beit Halochem, Aid to Disabled Veterans of Israel, is a non-profit organization committed to rehabilitating, rebuilding and enhancing the lives of the over 51,000 Israelis who have become disabled in the line of duty. Leading edge Beit Halochem Centres in Jerusalem, Tel Aviv, Haifa, Nahariya, and Beer Sheva offer an array of exceptional services including physiotherapy, hydrotherapy, therapeutic devices, specialized sports equipment and training, family-oriented programming, creative and cultural activities. Physiotherapy treatments are the majority of therapies administered at Beit Halochem. Those who are severely wounded, with permanent injuries incurred during their military service, require an individualized program, receiving treatment up to 4 times a week from experienced physiotherapists with extensive training. The new centre in Ashdod and the highly specialised physiotherapy and hydrotherapy treatments that will be provided are critical life changing services for Israel’s brave men and women injured while serving their country.
40 NEGEV GALA >>> PAST NEGEV PROJECTS NEGEV PROJECT 2018
HONOURING ALPHA OMEGA DENTAL FRATERNITY MANITOBA CHAPTER & DR. GERALD NIZNICK A NEW DENTAL CLINIC FOR ALEH C.A.R.E.S. Alpha Omega Fraternity (Manitoba Chapter) and Dr. Niznick have chosen to support the construction of a new dental clinic for children and young adults with special needs, serious mobility issues and complex health conditions in Israel. The treatment received at the specialized dental clinic will enable Israel’s most vulnerable members to benefit from the highest quality dental care and hygiene in an atmosphere most suitable and supportive to their needs. This project is a partnership between JNF and ALEH C.A.R.E.S., Israel’s largest Network of Care for Children with Severe Multiple Disabilities. ALEH, ever at the forefront of innovation in the field of special needs and disabilities, is initiating the creation of a unique Dental Clinic to serve the disability community. This dental clinic will be one of the highlights of the new ALEH C.A.R.E.S Educational Complex.
41 With a little planning, you can create a legacy that will change Israel forever. “JNF….remains the best choice for those who wish to see Israel thrive and grow now and forever. I am proud to play even a small part in JNF’s history. Heather and I recognize that Israel’s needs are significant, and we decided to make a gift that would survive our passing, a legacy donation.” - Ron Hoffman
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Contact us: [email protected] jnfwinnipeg.ca 204.947.0207 Ted There is no one more deserving of this honour, Mazal Tov!
Thank you for your leadership and your generosity it will be felt for generations to come
With great admiration JNF Winnipeg Board: Nola, Michael, Jessica, Sheldon, Ezra, Tracy, Rael, Dick, Michael, Candice, Larry,
JNF Winnipeg Office: David, Lara, Zehava CONGRATULATIONS TO TEDDY ON BEING HONOURED BY JNF AN HONOUR RICHLY DESERVED FOR YEARS OF INVOLVEMENT AND SERVICE TO THE COMMUNITY
FROM MARJORIE BLANKSTEIN IN MEMORY OF MORLEY BLANKSTEIN CONGRATULATIONS
TO DR. TED AND HARRIET LYONS
“BETTER THAN ALL THE REST”
ARCHIE CHAM i am very proud of ted lyons for his community service and in particular his work for the saul and claribel simkin center
mazel tov jacqueline simkin DEAR COUSIN TED WE ARE VIRTUALLY GATHERED HERE TONIGHT IN WINNIPEG TO CONGRATULATE YOU FOR THE RECOGNITION YOU HAVE RECEIVED AND CONTINUE TO RECEIVE FOR ALL YOUR GOOD WORKS FOR ISRAEL AND THE VARIOUS COMMUNITIES YOU SERVE NATIONALLY, REGIONALLY AND LOCALLY. HOWEVER, WE ARE NOT REALLY SURPRISED BY THIS, HAVING RECENTLY DISCOVERED THE SECRET CODE BY WHICH YOU CONDUCT YOURSELF. ACTUALLY, THIS CODE OF CONDUCT IS NOT ORIGINAL – BUT REALLY THE PRODUCT OF AN OBSCURE I8TH CENTURY ENGLISH CLERGYMAN. IT GOES AS FOLLOWS:
DO ALL THE GOOD YOU CAN BY ALL THE MEANS YOU CAN IN ALL THE WAYS YOU CAN IN ALL THE PLACES YOU CAN AT ALL THE TIMES YOU CAN TO ALL THE PEOPLE YOU CAN AS LONG AS EVER YOU CAN
MAZEL TOV BOB AND JOAN ROTHBERG, SUMMIT, NEW JERSEY DICK AND JOANNE ROTHBERG, WINNIPEG, MANITOBA mazel tov teddy on this well deserved honour! sara and debbie gray
MAZEL TOV TED! DR. CLIFFORD LEVI AND CAROL LEVI DRS. NOAM MILLO AND TAMAR RUBIN DR. SID DASHEFSKY MAZEL TOV TED YOU ARE A CREDIT TO OUR COMMUNITY AND TO OUR PEOPLE !
THE LAZARECK FAMILY
We are proud to support dad, the Bervin JNF Canada House your love and commitment to your in Sderot family, community and israel is awe inspiring. Mazel Tov to Ted and Harriet Lyons. we are so proud of you Thank you for changing our world. for all your incredible achievements both here and abroad within the jewish community and the field of medicine. Sam and Joanne Katz all our love, Dawn Katz mara, sheldon, anna and rosie Geoffrey Katz Avrom and Fayanne Charach
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mazel tov zaida teddy for this well deserved honour. it brings us joy to celebrate you “CONGRATULATIONS” with our community. AN hONOR weLL deSeRved we are proud to have you as a father and zaida. ROGeR ANd bARbARA LyONS ANdRew, ALIShA ANd jONAThAN all our love, from sam, rose, sophie, elly and ruvin lyons M T A HEARTY MAZEL TOV TO TED LYONS ON BEING THIS YEAR’S GALA HONOUREE
THANK YOU FOR YOUR INCREDIBLE CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE BEST KEPT SECRET IN THE JEWISH COMMUNITY - TO OUR COMMUNITY! WELL, I GUESS THE SECRET IS OUT NOW. BEST WISHES TO JNF ON A SUCCESSFUL GALA! MAZAL TOV, MY FRIEND. THANK YOU FOR BEING GAIL ASPER & MICHAEL PATERSON A DRIVING FORCE IN OUR FAMILY AND COMMUNITY.
WITH LOVE AND APPRECIATION FOR ALL THAT YOU DO.
DAVID
Congratulations to this year’s honouree Dr. Ted Lyons MAZEL TOV TED ON THIS WONDERFUL, WELL-DESERVED HONOUR. on his YOU ARE A MENSCH OF THE HIGHEST DEGREE. WITH MUCH ADMIRATION, well deserved
HART POSKAR, MICHAELA AND JARON RYKISS, recognition AND LARA LONDON COORDINATOR, COMMUNICATIONS AND OPERATIONS JNF MANITOBA/SASKATCHEWAN
1•877•355•3500 lakeviewhotels.com TED, WE ARE SO VERY PROUD AND THANKFUL FOR YOUR LEADERSHIP AND DEDICATION TO OUR COMMUNITY AND FOR JEWS AROUND THE WORLD.
MAZAL TOV & ALL OUR LOVE, CAROL AND NEIL DUBOFF AND FAMILY
CONGRATULATIONS ON BEHALF OF THE SIMKIN CENTRE BOARD OF DIRECTORS, HILLCOUNSEL.COM SIMKIN CENTRE FOUNDATION BOARD AND RESIDENTS AND STAFF OF THE SAUL & CLARIBEL SIMKIN CENTRE
a hearty mazel tov CONGRATULATIONS TEDDY on this honour, teddy! ON THIS WELL-DESERVED HONOUR
shirley and bob freedman THE RICH FAMILY
congratulations mazel tov dr. ted lyons, on a well deserved honour. jnf negev gala honouree congratulations! from rev. peter fast & staff best wishes, bridges for peace, canada myra frieman MAZEL TOV TED IN RECOGNITION OF YOUR LIFELONG mazel tov ted COMMITMENT TO THE MEDICAL PROFESSION, with our good wishes to YOUR COMMUNITY AND THE STATE OF ISRAEL. you, harriet and your family. ELLEN AND HOWARD GOLDSTEIN earl & cheryl barish JON, JAIME AND OLLIE GOLDSTEIN AMY, STACEY AND HANNAH COHEN
Photo: Bonnie Scheinman, KKL-JNF Photo Archive
MAZEL TOV TO OUR DEAR FRIEND TEDDY LOTS OF LOVE THE FINGOLD FAMILY
ted: you have come a long way from miss thomson and even she MAZEL TOV FOR A VERY WELL would share with all of us DESERVED HONOUR. in the joy of your accomplishments. WE ARE SO PROUD OF YOU FOR ALL YOU HAVE DONE. mazel tov. gerry and sherna posner WITH LOVE, LYNNE AND ALLAN
I AM SO PROUD OF YOU TEDDY!
WITH LOVE, AUNTIE SOS
TED, WE APPLAUD YOU FOR YOUR LEADING ROLES IN ULTRASOUND RADIOLOGY, THE JEWISH FEDERATION OF WINNIPEG, THE SHAAREY ZEDEK SYNAGOGUE, THE SIMKIN CENTRE, AND THE JNF.
THE HON. JOE E. AND FERN HERSHFIELD mazel tov ted, with thanks for your contributions MAZAL TOV TO DR. TED LYONS to canada and israel. ON THIS WELL DESERVED HONOUR ellen & stewart leibl and family FROM MATTHEW AND NOLA LAZAR
WELL DESERVED TEDDY! JACK AND BELVA LONDON AND FAMILY congratulations ted on this honor. it is well deserved. yasher koach!
rael & maylene ludwig
HONORING THE IMPORTANT WORK OF DR. TED LYONS, CONGRATULATIONS DR. LYONS, BERVIN JNF CANADA HOUSE OF EXCELLENCE AND THANK YOU FOR ALL YOUR AND JNF YEARS OF SERVICE TO MANITOBANS. CYNTHIA & BRUCE MILTENBERG DR. DEBORAH MABIN, MEDICAL CORPORATION
A MUCH DESERVED HONOUR FOR YOU, YOUR FAMILY AND JNF
MAZEL TOV! mazel tov NORA KAUFMAN AND FAMILY on a well deserved honour!
rena and barry shenkarow
CONGRATULATIONS TO DR TED AND HARRIET LYONS FOR EXEMPLARY LIFE LONG CITIZENSHIP, ACCOMPLISHMENT AND COMMITMENT.
NORMA K RAMSAY MD AND ROBERT C RAMSAY MD MEDICAL COLLEGE, UNIVERSITY OF MANITOBA, 1968
MAZEL TOV, TED! CONGRATULATIONS DR TED LYONS WE ARE SO HAPPY THAT YOU HAVE BEEN CHOSEN BY JNF AS THE NEGEV GALA HONOUREE. WE COMMEND YOU ON YOUR
Dr. Shane Silver MAGNIFICENT CAREER IN MEDICINE, 500 Academy Road 204-957-0141 AS A COMMUNITY LEADER AND AS A STRONG SUPPORTER OF ISRAEL. WE WISH YOU AND HARRIET THE BEST OF HEALTH AND HAPPINESS ALWAYS.
LOVE, SYLVIA AND PERRY SCHULMAN
DEAR TEDDY MAZEL TOV ON WELL-DESERVED HONOUR
FANNY & CHARLES SHORE AND FAMILY DARREN EARN, WAI-MING, KAI AND NADIA SUPPORT ISRAEL, L’CHAIM
FOR YOUR DEDICATION TO RADIOLOGY DR. DOUGLAS W. MACEWAN AND K. ELEANOR WIEBE, QC
YOUR COMMITMENT TO OUR JEWISH COMMUNITY, Congratulations WINNIPEG AND CANADA IS TO BE CONGRATULATED. Dr. Ted Lyons and MAZEL TOV AND BEST WISHES TO YOU AND YOUR FAMILY. The Jewish National Fund Brownie Fleishman DAVID COHEN & Family
MAZEL TOV TED CONGRATULATIONS TED ON THIS WELL DESERVED HONOUR ON THIS WELL DESERVED RECOGNITION!! PHYLLIS POLLOCK AND JOE WILDER
SECTER & GURALNICK FAMILIES
MAZEL TOV TED LYONS AND JEWISH NATIONAL FUND FOR SUPPORTING THE YOUTH OF SDEROT AND THEIR SAFETY. MAZEL TOV SHELDON & SANDRA EARN TO THE BOTH OF YOU, DAVID & SHAMONA AND A WELL DESERVED HONOUR.
SINDEE AND ALBERT Congratulations Ted Proud to support the Jewish National Fund’s Annual Negev Gala
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MAZL TOV TED ON YOUR MANY PROFESSIONAL AND COMMUNITY ACCOMPLISHMENTS! MAZEL TOV TO OUR 2021 NEGEV GALA HONOUREE, MURRAY PALAY & IVY KOPSTEIN DR. TED LYONS, ON THIS WELL DESERVED HONOUR.
JESSICA AND JOEL COGAN AND FAMILY
CONGRATULATIONS DR. TED LYONS Mazel Tov To ON THIS WELL DESERVED HONOUR!
DANIEL BUBIS AND JENNIFER BLUMENTHAL DrTed Lyons OC AND FAMILY From Your Friends At est.1889130 Congregation Shaarey Zedek YEARS Celebrating Community and Culture Proud Supporter Of The 2021 Negev Gala www.szwinnipeg.ca [email protected] 204 452 3711 THANK YOU DR. LYONS, MAZEL TOV ON THIS WELL DESERVED RECOGNITION. FOR ALL THE WORK YOU HAVE DONE YOUR HELP AND FRIENDSHIP OVER THE YEARS HAVE TO MAKE WINNIPEG A BETTER PLACE TO LIVE. BEEN GREATLY APPRECIATED. LAURA RICHMAN WARMEST REGARDS, RICHARD AND RHODA WATSON
mazal tov, ted! a well deserved honour and great choice of project karla berbrayer, allen kraut & family MAZEL TOV TED! KOL HAKAVOD
DON & BEV ARONOVITCH
MAZAL TOV TO TED LYONS FROM RAE SHNIER
Proud to support the Jewish National Fund’s Annual Negev Gala MAZEL TOV TO TED LYONS Past President of Federation
@jewishwinnipeg jewishwinnipeg.org
MAZAL TOV AND CONGRATULATIONS a well-deserved honour DR. LYONS for an amazing person ON A MORE THAN WELL-DESERVED HONOUR and wonderful friend. CANADIAN ASSOCIATES OF BEN-GURION UNIVERSITY OF THE NEGEV
mazel tov! ethel and sid soronow BLOOMFIELD AWARD RECIPIENT PATRICK ELAZAR Patrick Elazar lived in Israel during the 1970’s & 80’s where he served in a combat unit in the Israel Defence Forces. During that time Patrick helped establish kibbutz Gezer before relocating to Winnipeg with his family in 1988.
Patrick has degrees in mid-east studies & agricultural economics and works as Senior Commodity Trader with Trouw-Nutrition Canada.
Patrick is passionate about Israel, gardening, music & spending quality time with his family. He volunteers regularly at Shalom Square, Limmud Winnipeg and of course with JNF Canada. You may have seen him reading Torah at one of our fine local synagogues and occasionally leading services for our community with his wife Sheri, adding their very special musical touch.
Just before the world shut down, Patrick spent February 2020 volunteering with Sar-El on an IDF base in southern Israel.
JNF congratulates Patrick on this prestigious recognition.
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For more than 100 years, JNF has built and repaired the State of Israel. Today our eyes look East and our hearts follow as we continue building Israel together with our friends, donors and partners. There has never been a challenge that we could not overcome. JEWISH NATIONAL FUND OF MANITOBA & SASKATCHEWAN AM YISRAEL CHAI
NEGEVHONOURING GALA
DR. TED LYONS O.C. MONDAY, MAY 31, 2021