A Jewish Learning Fund initiative.
May is Canadian Jewish
Heritage Month
Influential Jewish
Canadians
Have you ever wondered about the many Jewish Canadians who have contributed to making Canada a great place to live? Click below to see 30 individuals who have had a majour impact in the development of Canada.
Jewish Canadian Entertainers
Have you heard the one about the Canadian Jewish comedian? Or read the amazing book by that Canadian Jewish authour? Click below to see a list of 30 Jewish Canadians that have had an impact in entertainment.
A Brief History of Jews
in Canada
Canada’s Jewish population numbers approximately 400,000 accounting for 1% of its total population. The Jewish history in Canada goes back as far as 1738. Click below to learn more about Canada’s Jewish history.
Canadian Jewish Heritage Month
May is Jewish Heritage Month in the province of Ontario and in Canada. In May, Canadians celebrate and honour the many contributions of Jewish Canadians. Click below to learn more.
What we do
CELEBRATING CANADIAN JEWISH HERITAGE
A Rich Cultural Legacy
Jewish people have had a presence in Canada dating back to before its very inception. Celebrating Jewish heritage in Canada honours the resilience, contributions, and rich cultural legacy of Jewish Canadians, whose diverse experiences continue to enrich Canada’s multicultural tapestry.
Of Canada’s
Overall Population
400K
Jewish
Canadians
1%
Of Canada’s
Overall Population
1738
Year of 1st Known
Jewish Settler
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