Jewish Community and Jews in Canada

Jews in Canada: As the community remembers this past, we should also think about the present. The Jewish community is well placed in Canada, but this wasnt always the case. Not too long ago, Jews in Canada had no political clout and were subjected to a none is too many exclusion policy. The community faced discrimination and was at times even demonized, according to The Star. Todays Jewish community understandably supports any government that stands behind Israel. Sadly it seems to have done so while suspending its historical connection to issues of social justice and The Jewish holiday of Passover is upon us. Traditionally it is a time when the Jewish community commemorates the exodus of our Israelite ancestors from slavery in Egypt into freedom. Jews wandered the desert for 40 years before reaching the land of Canaan. Why? Because Jews had strayed from essential values. Wandering for 40 years would bring forth a new generation. Has this vulnerable past been forgotten? Have we lost empathy for others who continue to face discrimination and require support? A core Jewish value, the directive to leave the world a better place Tikun olam seems today a faraway concept. (www.immigrantscanada.com). As reported in the news.