The opinions, facts and any media content presented do not necessarily reflect the position of B’nai Brith Canada. Feb. 20, 2018 MONTREAL – Reports have surfaced that the Miriam Home, which services the intellectually handicapped and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder in the Jewish- and English-speaking community, will have some of their services cut. However, it seems community […]
The opinions, facts and any media content presented do not necessarily reflect the position of B’nai Brith Canada. Jan. 19, 2018 MONTREAL – Will Montreal have a second Jewish Member of Parliament before the end of 2018? Last month, former federal NDP leader Tom Mulcair announced he intends to resign from his House of Commons seat in
With Mulcair to Retire, Will Outremont Elect a Jewish Member of Parliament? Read More »
The opinions, facts and any media content presented do not necessarily reflect the position of B’nai Brith Canada. Jan. 8, 2018 TAMPA BAY – The City of Montreal has a vibrant Jewish community of more than 90,000 people and three professional sports franchises – the NHL’s Canadiens, the CFL’s Alouettes and Major League Soccer’s Impact. From 1969
Montreal Should Follow Tampa Bay’s Lead and Use Sports to Support its Jewish Community Read More »
The opinions, facts and any media content presented do not necessarily reflect the position of B’nai Brith Canada. Dec. 15, 2017 MONTREAL – As the 2017 calendar year draws to a close, Quebecers must brace themselves for a busy political year ahead. A provincial election is scheduled for Oct. 1 and it is unclear what the outcome
The opinions, facts and any media content presented do not necessarily reflect the position of B’nai Brith Canada. Dec. 6, 2017 HAMPSTEAD, Que. – On the eve of Chanukah, B’nai Brith Canada’s Quebec Region is stepping up with a wonderful project to get seniors over the age of 65 out of their homes during the winter. Under
B’nai Brith Launches New Musical-themed Program for Quebec Seniors Read More »
The opinions, facts and any media content presented do not necessarily reflect the position of B’nai Brith Canada. Nov. 17, 2017 MONTREAL – On Thursday, Montreal’s first female mayor, Valerie Plante, was sworn into office. For the local Jewish community, it will be a case of getting to know someone new to the job. Plante scored a
New Montreal Mayor Valerie Plante is an Unknown to the Jewish Community Read More »
The opinions, facts and any media content presented do not necessarily reflect the position of B’nai Brith Canada. Nov. 3, 2017 MONTREAL – Eric Bissell is no stranger to being recognized for his outstanding work in the community. Just last week, the Honorary Life President of B’nai Brith Canada was presented with the Mount Royal 150 Medal. This was
Montreal Honours Eric Bissell for Chateau B’nai Brith Initiative Read More »
The opinions, facts and any media content presented do not necessarily reflect the position of B’nai Brith Canada. Oct. 27, 2017 MONTREAL – It’s municipal election time here in Montreal and all across Quebec as voters prepare to head to the polls on Sunday, Nov. 5. Full disclosure: I am seeking my fourth mandate as a city
Several Jewish Candidates Vying for Leadership in Montreal Elections Read More »
Sept. 19, 2017 MONTREAL – Third time’s not a charm. After three motions in fewer than 18 months were introduced in support of the anti-Israel boycott, divestment, and sanctions (BDS) movement at McGill University, the Board of Directors of its Student Society (SSMU) finally and ultimately ratified its May 2016 ruling against BDS on Sept. 17, 2017. It
McGill Student Leaders Have Spoken: BDS is Wrong, Discriminatory and Unconstitutional Read More »
The opinions, facts and any media content presented do not necessarily reflect the position of B’nai Brith Canada. Sept. 6, 2017 As a longtime B’nai Brith Canada board member in Quebec and a Lodge past president, Larry Rosenthal can always be counted on to step up to the plate for his community. Last week, for the
