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Over 100 participants joined us at the DJC Welcome Back Shabbat Picnic for an unforgettable evening of joy, music, blessings, and surprises. We celebrated our community and welcomed our new clergy. Picnic baskets were filled, smiles abound, and the togetherness was heartwarming. To welcome our new trio of clergy, Alan Gotlib created the song “A …

Celebrating our Community and New Clergy at the Welcome Back Shabbat Picnic Read More »

As the world continues to heat up and governments, decision-makers and stakeholders continue to argue about the best ways to prevent global warming from getting worse, it’s not wrong to want to escape from this new climate reality. But within the DJC’s Climate Action team and amongst many of our members and beyond — we …

Canada on fire… how do we cope? What do we do? Read More »

The month of Elul invites each of us to turn inward, take stock, and reflect on the past year. I am pleased to share the following resources with the DJC community to help with this process. Let’s journey toward Rosh Hashanah together, Rabbi Ilyse Glickman The month of Elul, leading up to the High Holydays, is …

Elul Programming – A Month of Connection, Reflection and Action Read More »

Dear friend of the DJC, As we prepare to celebrate a New Year – 5784, we look forward to gathering together for High Holy Day services in our beautiful sanctuary at the Danforth Multifaith Commons – singing together, hearing the voices of our community choir, assembling on the bimah for group aliyot – as well …

A Note From Your Co-Chairs Read More »

There are many ways to take action in response to the current crisis of Black Refugees and Asylum Seekers who have come to Toronto  to be safe and were forced to sleep in the Street and, the intervention by a north Toronto church group that responded to the need for shelter since none was available. …

Take Action: Black Asylum Seekers and Refugees Read More »

Black African Refugees and Asylum Seekers in Toronto Our country’s inadequate policies around welcoming and supporting refugees and asylum seekers has led to the recent crisis for Black African asylum seekers who were left without shelter and other supports for weeks in downtown Toronto. Our government’s inaction in assisting these newcomers who were forced to …

No Place to Go: None is too Many Read More »

June is National Indigenous History Month in Canada, and June 21 is National Indigenous Peoples Day. For generations, many Indigenous peoples and communities have celebrated their culture and heritage near to the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. For opportunities to learn about the unique cultures, traditions and experiences of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples, …

National Indigenous History Month in Canada Read More »

On Saturday, April 29th a Drag Queen Story Time (DQST) event at the Fort York Public Library in Toronto was targeted by a hate group called Save Canada. DQST events are family events centred on inclusion, acceptance and the fun of dressing up.  Unfortunately, 2SLGBTQIA+ people still face violence and exclusion which these hate groups hope …

A Message from Toronto East Anti-hate Mobilization (TEAM) Read More »

The DJC is pleased to announce that our new team of three wonderful clergy leaders are in place. Please join us in welcoming: We are grateful that the Danforth Jewish Circle attracts such high-quality leaders who want to be a part of our community! We invite you to come to services and other DJC activities …

An Embarrassment of Riches: Announcing DJC’s New Clergy Leaders Read More »

February 14, 2023 Hon. Doug Ford I Premier@ontario.ca I doug.fordco@pc.ola.org c.c.  Hon. Steve Clark I Minister of Municipal Affairs and Housing I Steve.Clark@pc.ola.org c.c.  Hon. David Piccini I Minister of the Environment, Conservation and Parks I david.Piccini@pc.ola.org Dear Premier Ford:   We are community and faith-based organizations and faith leaders deeply concerned by the passage …

Letter re: Repeal of Bill 23, Feb 14 2023 Read More »