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Montreal Continues Powerful Yom HaShoah Ceremony Inspired by B’nai Brith

The opinions, facts and any media content presented do not necessarily reflect the position of B’nai Brith Canada. April 13, 2018 MONTREAL – It was at least two decades ago that the B’nai Brith office in Quebec initiated an annual event on the steps of Montreal City Hall to commemorate Yom HaShoah. It was well-organized and appreciated, […]

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Canada’s Oldest Synagogue Kicks Off 250th Anniversary Celebrations

Community, Quebec /

The opinions, facts and any media content presented do not necessarily reflect the position of B’nai Brith Canada. March 16, 2018 MONTREAL – The very first and oldest Jewish congregation in Canada, the Spanish and Portuguese Synagogue, is about to kick off celebrations to mark its 250th anniversary. On March 20, 2018, new Montreal Mayor Valerie Plante broken link

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Jewish Candidate Rachel Bendayan Seeking Federal Liberal Nomination in Outremont

Opinions, Quebec /

The opinions, facts and any media content presented do not necessarily reflect the position of B’nai Brith Canada. March 7, 2018 MONTREAL – With former federal NDP leader Thomas Mulcair planning to vacate his seat in the riding of Outremont after the spring session of Parliament, the logical favourite to carry the Liberal banner in a by-election already

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New Israel Consul General for Quebec and Maritimes Excited to Begin

Community, Opinions, Quebec /

The opinions, facts and any media content presented do not necessarily reflect the position of B’nai Brith Canada. Feb. 23, 2018 MONTREAL – Israel’s new Consul General for Quebec and the Maritimes is settling into his new surroundings. In an interview with B’nai Brith Canada, David Levy said he was enjoying his post as political counsellor for the Foreign Ministry’s Human Rights and

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Potential Cuts to Intellectually Handicapped Clients at the Miriam Home in Montreal Sets Off Alarms

Opinions, Quebec /

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

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With Mulcair to Retire, Will Outremont Elect a Jewish Member of Parliament?

Opinions, Quebec /

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

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Montreal Should Follow Tampa Bay’s Lead and Use Sports to Support its Jewish Community

Opinions, Quebec /

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

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Analysis: With Quebec Elections Approaching, Jewish Community Braces for Big Year in 2018

Opinions, Quebec /

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

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B’nai Brith Launches New Musical-themed Program for Quebec Seniors

Community, Quebec /

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

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New Montreal Mayor Valerie Plante is an Unknown to the Jewish Community

Opinions, Quebec /

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

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