Did you know May is celebrated as Jewish Heritage Month in Canada? A unanimous bill was passed by Parliament in 2018 to mark Canadian Jewish Heritage Month in May across Canada. This month is a chance for all of us to celebrate Jewish Canadians and the important contributions they have made to culture, science, politics, and more.
The biggest wave of Jewish immigration to Canada came between the end of the 19th century and the end of World War I, when persecution and poverty in Europe forced millions of Jews to find a better life elsewhere. Today, Canada’s Jewish population is approximately 335,000 people, making it the fourth-largest Jewish community in the world.
Discover what to watch and read to celebrate Jewish heritage in Canada:
What To Watch
Canadian Jewish Heritage Month - Watch these National Film Board selections that celebrate the contributions that Jewish Canadians have made to Canada’s social, economic, political and cultural fabric.
What To Read
To learn more about Jewish Heritage Month, visit jewishheritage.ca.