The Jewish people is the embodiment of goodness, righteousness, morality and justice, and therefore must survive and thrive forever for the survival of all mankind. Survival of the Jewish people depends upon tzedakah. That is why it is the obligation of each of us to give to the best of our …
I grew up in Halifax, in a small, loving, inspiring and committed Jewish community.
My parents were very involved in community; chairing the men’s and women’s Chevrah Kadisha for over a decade, serving on the shul board including a term as President and heading the annual Israel Bonds d…
What began as a life similar to many other Russian-Jewish immigrants at the turn of the twentieth century, my father’s amounted to something rather uncommon and unprecedented. He blazed trails through much of his life as both a politician and as a Jewish Canadian. His political achievement…
There is a well known expression that says one’s life should not be counted in years but, rather, be counted by how one lived. This expression perfectly captures our beloved Miriam.
Though we lost her far too soon, at the age of 45, Miriam left a legacy that we are all attempting to emula…
Florence and I, following the pattern set by our parents, believe strongly in family, community, a secure Israel, and “giving back”.
My parents, Abraham and Toba, immigrated to Canada from Eastern Europe around 1912 in search of a safer and better life. They met and married in Toronto r…
