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Our 360 includes the story of how the 19th anniversary of the 9/11 attacks are being memorialized differently during COVID-19; an interview with Mitch Garber, Co-Chair of Federation CJA's Community Recovery and Resilience Campaign; and a special High Holiday message from our CEO, Yair Szlak. Shabbat Shalom!
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COMMUNITY CRISIS RESPONSE FUND: As part of our continuing response to the COVID-19 crisis, Federation CJA and the Jewish Community Foundation (JCF) are relaunching our emergency fund to help the most at-risk community members during the High Holiday season. Are you a Montreal Jewish organization helping combat food insecurity caused by the pandemic? Click here to apply to the Community Crisis Response Fund – deadline is September 13!
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COMMUNITY-WIDE SURVEY: This brief, anonymous survey is part of a community planning process being undertaken by Federation CJA to understand the strengths and challenges of Montreal's Jewish community in order to inform a strategic plan that meets the community's needs and enriches Jewish life. Due to the generosity of an anonymous donor in our community, each complete survey will generate a $25 donation to the Federation CJA COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund. Click here to take the survey now and help shape our future!
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HELPLINE: If you, or anyone you know is struggling at this critical time, please call 514-734-1411 or email [email protected].
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Shabbat Candlelight
September 11 | 6:54 PM
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Click here to read this week's parsha from Rabbi Sacks: "How to Renew a Nation" (Nitzavim – Vayelech 5780).
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Donate now to Federation CJA's Community Recovery and Resilience Campaign
Our community is in crisis and the stakes could not be higher. To make your gift, click here – we need you!
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Source: Federation CJA
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In a year of restrictions, virus changes 9/11 memorial ceremonies
On the 19th anniversary, dueling events will be held for 2001 terror attack in New York, after officials spark outcry by deciding to cancel traditional reading of victims' names due to COVID-19.
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Source: Times of Israel
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Cohen in the City Episode 21: Businessman and philanthropist Mitch Garber
A fascinating interview with the Co-Chair of Federation CJA's Community Recovery and Resilience Campaign about his life, his work and his philanthropy.
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Source: The Suburban
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Emirates/Israel: Agreement to be signed at the White House [article in French]
A ceremony marking the normalization of ties between Israel and the United Arab Emirates will take place this coming Tuesday.
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Source: RTBF
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Watch the premiere of Season 2 of Canadian Jewish Views (CJV)
The new installment of the popular web series produced by Federation CJA's advocacy agent, the Centre for Israel and Jewish Affairs (CIJA), addresses back to school concerns in the age of COVID-19.
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Source: CIJA
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SJN: Jewish Public Library's (JPL) curbside pickup helps overcome isolation
The Suburban spotlights how the JPL, an affiliated agency of Federation CJA, is pivoting during the pandemic.
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Source: The Suburban
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Segal Centre to resume live performances after 'intermission'
After being on pause since March, the theatre (an affiliated agency of Federation CJA) will present American playwright Glen Berger's one-man drama Underneath the Lintel in December, marking the opening of a season that is expected to be a mix of live and online programming.
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Source: Canadian Jewish Record
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More than just brisket: Change up your menu with these 9 delicious Rosh Hashanah recipes
From Syrian-Jewish meatballs with sour cherries to whole roasted cauliflower to roast lamb for one, try these delicious ideas for smaller gatherings.
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Source: Jewish Telegraphic Agency
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Disclaimer
Federation CJA 360 is a news aggregate, offering readers a variety of articles and opinion pieces on topics of concern to the Jewish community and presented in a concise, convenient platform. The opinions expressed by contributors shared in Federation CJA 360 do not necessarily reflect the policies or the positions of Federation CJA, its staff or its Board of Directors.
About Federation CJA
For over one hundred years, Federation CJA has been at the heart of the organized Jewish community in Montreal. In partnership with a vast network of agencies and organizations locally, nationally and internationally, Federation CJA builds and sustains this community by providing leadership and by supporting the delivery of services and programs to care for the vulnerable and those in need, to ensure a bright Jewish future, to represent communal interests and to positively affect issues in the wider society.
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