We’re excited to introduce you to our new Shinshinim, who are arriving in Montreal this month!
The Shinshinim are 18-year-old, post-high school Israeli teens who defer their army service for one year to volunteer in our community, making Montreal their home away from home. Hosted by local families, the Shinshinim bring their unique experiences to create inspiring educational programming for our community, connecting people of all ages to Israel and Israeli culture.
Adi Adler, from Herzliya, studies in the Nachshon program with a focus on biology and biotechnology. Her six-year involvement with Krembo Wings, a youth movement for children with and without special needs, has deeply influenced her personal growth and outlook on life. Adi loves baking, listening to music, and meeting new people, always looking for positive experiences.
Adi is assigned to the Hebrew Foundation School, Or Shalom synagogue and the Federation CJA West Island.
MEET ADI
Hadar Kraus is from Leshem in the Shomron, where she balances multiple jobs in education while studying biology and Torah at Amit Ulpana. She is also active in the Keshet Tavor leadership program and Bnei Akiva, a global Jewish youth movement. Hadar enjoys reading, traveling, and CrossFit, and values time with family and friends.
Hadar is assigned to Akiva school and Shaar Hashomayim synagogue.
MEET HADAR
Shay Bar Margolin, from Ashkelon, has a passion for travel and volunteering, particularly with MDA (Magen David Adom), Israel's National Emergency Pre-Hospital Medical and Blood Services Organization. He was part of the Diller Teen Fellows program, where he was first introduced to global Jewish communities. Shay enjoys trying new things and values the importance of Jewish connection.
Shay Bar is assigned to École Maïmonide, the Adath Israel synagogue as well as to the Diller Teen Fellows program.
MEET SHAY BAR
Shira Shamir, from Petah Tikva, is passionate about volunteering with Krembo Wings, an inclusive youth movement for children with and without special needs. She is an active participant in the Model United Nations and enjoys playing the guitar, singing, and traveling. Shira values building strong relationships and exploring new cultures.
Shira is assigned to United Talmud Torah, the YMYWHA and Beth Ora synagogue.
MEET SHIRA
Ya'ara Mano is from Kibbutz Rei'm in southern Israel, an area attacked by Hamas on October 7. A dedicated dancer since first grade, she majored in dance and mass communication in school. Ya'ara enjoys photography, surfing, diving, and working with children, including her weekly guidance role in HaNoar HaOved VeHaLomed, a movement emphasizing social equality and community involvement.
Ya’ara is assigned to JPPS and Temple Emanu-El-Beth Sholom synagogue.
MEET YA'ARA
Yarin Tordjman, originally from Be'er Sheva, now resides in Giv'ot Bar. He studies Computer Science, Program Engineering, and Biology at Mevohot Hanegev High School. Yarin works at his school cafeteria and a local teen club, and is deeply involved in the Scouts, a youth movement fostering leadership and community service.
Yarin is assigned to Solomon Schechter Academy and Congregation Dorshei Emet.
MEET YARIN
For more information about the Shinshinim, please contact Daniella Elmaliach at [email protected]. 
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