Book of Life Stories

Erika & Ernie z”l Bloch

My beloved late husband Ernie Z"L passed away just over a year ago. It was only in his last few living years that he became involved with the March of the Living program. Ernie was a Holocaust survivor and despite the horrible losses — his entire family was murdered and his life as a Cze…

Dr. Jonathan Bishinsky

When it came time for me to evaluate my finances and to determine who will be the benefactors of my inheritance, it was crucial for me that charitable institutions be included on that list. Among them is the Jewish Foundation of Greater Toronto.

The decision was simple: It was my moral resp…

Gladys z”l & Harry z”l Binder

Be your best. Grow yourself. Discover and use your talents. Live up to your potential. Above all, remember who you are and give of yourself generously to others.

These are just some of the values my parents lived and what has always framed their Jewish identity. Although not particularly re…

Renette & David Berman

One of the most powerful and lasting influences in our lives was a shared legacy of giving. Giving; through many varied manifestations - Spiritual, Emotional, Selfless and Tangible.

We came to this country 29 years ago — leaving everything behind... Country, Careers and Community. Our rea…

Miriam (Mary) Berman z”l

In every life there are interactions with another human being whose influence sets the course of our interests. My father died in 1937, leaving my mother a single parent with a second child on the way. Even though we had very little money, she did everything in her power to ensure that we ha…