Shabbat Message

July 31, 2026

A group of 14 people posing for a photo on a path surrounded by trees, with mountains and a body of water in the background.

When we think about British Columbia, we often think about mountains, oceans and breathtaking landscapes. Yet what makes this province truly special is something far less visible: the relationships, communities, and shared sense of responsibility that connect us to one another. As we head…

July 24, 2026

This week brought exciting news for our community. Vancouver City Council approved JWest’s rezoning application, moving this transformative project one step closer to reality. I had the privilege of speaking at the public hearing and witnessing firsthand the broad support for a project that…

July 17, 2026

Four children sitting together on a wooden floor, all wearing orange t-shirts. One girl in a pink cap is smiling widely, while the others are also smiling and posing closely.

Across British Columbia, wildfires are once again affecting many regions of our province. Like many of you, I have been following the updates closely and thinking of the communities, firefighters, emergency personnel, and volunteers working tirelessly to protect people and property. As we…

July 10, 2026

Earlier this week, I had the opportunity to visit Penticton, where I joined community members for dinner alongside our Okanagan Community Connector, Abbey Westbury. Tonight, I'm looking forward to being in Nelson for a community Shabbat potluck and spending time with Jewish residents.

July 3, 2026

This week, Canada Day offered a moment to reflect on the values that help shape our country: belonging, connection, and the understanding that we are stronger when we support one another. I shared some of those reflections in a recent Times of Israel blog. Read it here. As our community…