SPRING-SUMMER 2018

BULLETIN

SPRING/SUMMER 2018

VOLUME 90 NUMBER 02
FEBRUARY 11, 2018 - AUGUST 18, 2018 | 26 SHEVAT 5778 – 7 ELUL 5778

TUESDAY NIGHT LEARNING
AT THE SHAAR

Spring 2018 Semester

Choice of lectures or film presentations at 7:30 PM

MARCH 13 "LIONESS: GOLDA MEIR AND AN ISRAELI LOVE STORY (2016)
THE NATION OF ISRAEL", winner 96 minutes; Hebrew w/English subtitles
of the 2018 Jewish Book Award
Based on the true story of theatre director
FRANCINE KLAGSBRUN and actress Pnina Gary, Multi-award winning
Author of more than a dozen books, Director Dan Wolman tells a passionate
Klagsbrun’s definitive biography of the story of love and independence set in pre-
iron-willed Golda is distinguished by state Palestine.
inclusion of recently declassified
documents as well by interviews of Meir’s
close associates and both of her children.

MARCH 20 LESSONS AND CHALLENGES A BAG OF MARBLES (2018)
OF LEADERSHIP: COMPARING
HERZL, BEN GURION, BEGIN 110 minutes; French w/English subtitles
AND NETANYAHU
In occupied France, Maurice and Joseph,
DR. SHIMSHON two young Jewish brothers left to their own
HAMERMAN, PH.D. devices, demonstrate an incredible amount
Principal of Solomon Schechter of cleverness, courage and ingenuity to
Academy for 33 years, retired escape the German invasion and try to
Executive Director of the Bronfman reunite their family once again.
Jewish Education Centre.

MARCH 27 GOATS AND COATS: WHAT THE HARMONIA (2016)
LIFE OF JACOB CAN TEACH US 98 minutes; Hebrew w/English subtitles
ABOUT BEING TRULY FREE
A childless Israeli musical couple
RABBI MARK FISHMAN seeks to form a family. A contemporary
Senior Rabbi, Congregation Beth adaptation of the biblical tale of
Tikvah, Dollard-des-Ormeaux Abraham and Sarah set in the inner
sanctum of a symphony hall.

Followed by post-film discussion with
Rabbi Adam Scheier

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RABBI’S REFLECTIONS

My, how fast the time has flown. This idea is also beautifully articulated by the scholar Adam Grant, as
he argues in favour of procrastination. Grant claims that reflective time
Twelve years ago, I wrote the following words in allows for deeper understanding. He makes this argument as it pertains
the Shaar bulletin: to procrastination. The more one procrastinates, the more original and
creative thinking can be produced. He discusses a study in which “a
“Aviya Scheier, the newest member of the Shaar professor at the University of Wisconsin designed some experiments.
Hashomayim community, has been received in She asked people to come up with new business ideas. Some were
our family and community with great warmth randomly assigned to start right away. Others were given five minutes to
and excitement. I am certain that the foundation first play Minesweeper or Solitaire. Everyone submitted their ideas, and
of ahava that has been established will serve her independent raters rated how original they were. The procrastinators’
well for many years to come…” ideas were 28 percent more creative.” (New York Times, January 16,
2016, “Why I Taught Myself to Procrastinate”)
Now, as we prepare to celebrate Aviya’s Bat Mitzvah, I reflect on the
excitement of that moment in our family’s life twelve years ago, marvel This is not to promote the value of video games; rather, it emphasizes
how quickly the time has passed, and reflect on how substantially our that the passage of time can allow ideas to develop; creativity and great
lives have evolved in that time. ideals are rarely formed from a momentary revelation.

I am also brought back to words of Rabbi Abraham Joshua Heschel In that bulletin article in which I welcome our eldest daughter, I also
that I quoted in that article, from his beautiful piece, “I Am a Father”: referenced the upcoming birth of something else entirely: a new adult
education program. I wrote, “We are planning an exciting new Adult
“I am a father. I have a daughter and I love her dearly. I would like Education initiative for this coming fall, on Tuesday evenings. I hope
my daughter to obey the commandments of the Torah; I would like the entire congregation will partake in the great classes and educational
her to revere me as her father. And so I ask myself the question resources of Congregation Shaar Hashomayim.” This program, of
over and over again: “What is there about me that deserves the course, became Tuesday Night Learning, one of the great successes of
reverence of my daughter?” our congregation’s programming cycle.

Those reflective ambitions borne by the birth of my newborn have On a communal note, it is similarly remarkable to observe the journey of
deepened over the years. The passage of time allows for some truths to this congregation over the past number of years. We have climbed great
be absorbed, and for ideas and understandings to develop. heights, and we’ll continue to climb. It would have been impossible for
us to get here overnight, but with patience, mazal, and hard work we
This is the approach of the Kotzker Rebbe (19th Century, Poland), in his take pride in where we are, and gain momentum to gain greater heights
comment on the words of the Shema (Dt 11:18): “You shall place these in the months and years ahead.
words of Mine upon your heart…” The Rebbe asked, why “upon your
heart”? Should the verse read, “in your heart.” And, while looking back and thinking forward, let us not forget to enjoy
the moment. That appreciation for “now” is what I’ll try to experience on
He answered that this choice of language reflects the challenge of an the day of my daughter’s Bat Mitzvah, even as I wonder how we arrived
educator or a parent. Sometimes, the heart of a child or student is not here so fast and anticipate the blessings the future will bring.
ready to absorb a lesson. The Torah’s advice, then, is to place the words
upon the heart. Keep presenting the vision, continue to express the Rabbi Adam Scheier
values. Eventually, the heart will absorb those words.

Thoughtfulness often takes time. What one understands about life
twelve years ago might very well differ from one’s understandings
today.

Rabba Abby and Rabbi Adam Scheier

invite the Congregation to join them in celebrating the
Bat Mitzvah of their daughter

Aviya Scheier

Shabbat, the sixteenth of june, two thousand and eighteen
at eight forty-five in the morning

Festive Kiddush following services

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PRESIDENT'S MESSAGE

As I write this message, we find ourselves still in Our congregational home is entering the next phase of renovations with
the very cold months of winter, yet the warmth the emphasis on accessibility and functionality of our facility for all
one finds at the Shaar is palpable at every turn. members. As we reflect on the current needs and planning for the next
generation, our core objective is to guarantee that the physical upgrades
On any given day, there are a multitude of and revitalization to the building will be carried out in a manner which
will ensure that we preserve and maintain the majesty and history of
activities and programs in session for every age a building that we are all so proud of. The design concept for the daily
group - from Foundation School children learning Chapel and upper main lobby are currently in progress and many focus
their colours “en français” as they walk through groups have already met to provide their insights. As we move towards
our corridors viewing the art on the walls, to our the design development phase, the Congregation at large will be invited
seniors enjoying the Open Gate social program to share in the vision in the months to come.
and attending weekly without fail, despite the
harsh weather. The camaraderie and sense of purpose that emanates These are exciting times for our beloved Shaar Hashomayim. Our
from the laughter that one hears as the volunteers and committees foundation is solid as a result of the vision of many generations of
prepare for the Mishloach Manot Purim baskets and special Shabbatot leadership that we have been so fortunate to have guiding our shul. It
is truly inspiring. Peer into the various social halls and one can find is our responsibility to continue to build not only the physical, but also
everything from Torah learning to Meals-on-Wheels preparation to the to enrich the spiritual growth that will resonate with future generations
ever-popular weekly Bridge game that consistently attracts a multitude of members and enhance Jewish life for our community for years to
of players. Wednesday evenings are filled with the excitement and energy come.
of the NCSY teen programming, the beautiful sounds of our Cantor and
choir rehearsing, all going on simultaneously and seamlessly. What is May the warmth of the spring season allow us to appreciate how far we
less visible to the naked eye is the hard work and dedication of clergy, have come as a congregation and inspire us to engage the resources
professional staff and lay leaders whose energy and devotion to our of our synagogue to continue to make our Shaar Hashomayim the
shul is inspiring, as they continue to reach out to the community at epicenter of Jewish life for our members and for all who want to
large which allows us to solidify our membership and encourage others become part of our family.
to become part of the growing Shaar family.
Claire Berger Fagen
Nous pouvons nous estimer très chanceux d'avoir une équipe du clergé
tellement dévouée et talentueuse qui continue de mettre en œuvre
de nouvelles approches novatrices pour rendre notre synagogue si
chaleureuse et si accueillante. Nous pouvons aussi toujours compter
sur notre groupe de gestion pour son dévouement et son engagement
envers notre vision et notre succès.

THANK YOU TO OUR VOLUNTEERS

Thank you to the many volunteers who are dedicated to making the Shaar a wonderful place. Your time, energy, input, creativity, expertise, and
many other contributions are invaluable. Whether you greet congregants on Shabbat, usher on the High Holy Days, serve on leadership, sit on a

committee, or help organize a program or event, you are part of a team that brings vitality, joy and meaning to synagogue life.

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MAHARAT MUSINGS

One of the most astounding teachings about the Questions are not just for kids. If we take this lesson about the Four
Passover Seder is offered with regards to the Mah Questions quite literally, it is a reminder that we must all be asking
Nishtanah, the Four Questions. We may think of questions of ourselves. What are the questions you ponder in your own
the Mah Nishtanah as a chance to engage young heart, when nobody else is around to hear? What explorations might
children in the retelling of the Passover story. each of us make into our own internal sense of Judaism?
These are the questions that help us convey the
lessons of the Exodus to the future generations. We can begin, perhaps, by asking ourselves some fundamental Jewish
However, the Talmud (Pesachim 116a) insists questions: What Jewish practice is most meaningful to me? Why is
that even if no children are present at the table, Judaism important in my life? What does Judaism call on me to do?
the Four Questions are still asked by a spouse or What relationship most pushes me to be a better person?
another adult. And, says the Talmud, if there is no one else who can
recite the Mah Nishtana, than an individual must ask the questions of In the season of Mah Nishtanah, let’s ask the questions that only we
himself or herself.
can ask of ourselves. Let’s turn from passive consumers of Judaism
Questions lie at the core of the Passover ritual. Questions are what take to active creators of our own Jewish journeys. Sometimes, it is the
questions that are more important than the answers.
the narrative of our people and turn it into a conversation. To ask a
question is to show ownership of the material being discussed, and to Maharat Rachel Kohl Finegold
demonstrate a sense of concern. To pose a question is to turn from a
passive observer into an active participant.

JEWISH PARENTING CLASSES
WITH MAHARAT RACHEL

AN OPPORTUNITY TO DISCUSS THE
CHALLENGES AND JOYS OF JEWISH PARENTING

Is your child under age 5?
Our informal group will be held monthly in people’s homes on a
rotating basis.

SIGN-UP TO JOIN US!

Contact Maharat Rachel [email protected]

If your child is older and you would like to organize a group,
please contact Maharat Rachel.

TORAH CLASSES

MONDAY MORNING TORAH INSTITUTE
with RABBA ABBY BROWN SCHEIER
Mondays, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
followed by lunch, sponsored by the Sisterhood.

FROM AGE-ING TO SAGE-ING:
WISDOM ON GROWING OLDER FROM THE WEEKLY TORAH PORTION
with MAHARAT RACHEL KOHL FINEGOLD
Wednesdays, 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Newcomers welcome.

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CANTOR'S CORNER

By the time this publication reaches your homes, spiritual grey clouds. “Turn to us, for troubles engulf our souls like
pitchers and catchers will have reported to spring water,” implores T’filat Geshem.
training (sadly, there won’t be any playoff hockey
downtown this year). Hopefully the climate Contrast this with the buoyant optimism of T’filat Tal, the Prayer for
will follow suit and as the days get longer and Dew, that we sing on the first day of Chag ha’Aviv, the Spring Holiday,
temperatures get warmer, our thoughts will turn Passover: “Sweetly we will raise our voices and sing with dew.” The
to the vernal holiday of Pesach. change of season raises our spirits, and our thermometers.

The Haggadah’s formula for the story of Passover Musically, our repertoire perfectly reflects these leitmotifs. Geshem’s
mirrors the seasonal progression from winter to pleading for healthy rains to refresh the land gives way to the celebration
spring: “From slavery to freedom, from sorrow to joy, from mourning to a of springtime that is Tal. And the seasonal transition is marked by a
festival, from darkness to great light, and from servitude to redemption.” haunting melody for Kaddish that is only sung when these prayers are
After months of little daylight, oppressive weather, and conditions recited.
conducive to seasonal depression, we enter a period of rebirth, light,
colour and warmth. So this year, on the first day of Passover (Saturday, March 31), try to
rouse yourself from your post-Seder stupor and straggle into the Shaar
The liturgy that marks the seasonal transitions echoes these feelings as by 11:00 AM to hear T’filat Tal and the special twice-per-year Kaddish
well. T’filat Geshem, the Prayer for Rain that is said on Sh’mini Atzeret, that precedes it. Let our music help you Spring ahead!
is quite a foreboding text. Rain was of paramount importance to our
ancestors’ agrarian society, and the prospect of its paucity brought Cantor Gideon Y. Zelermyer

AND THE GRAMMY GOES TO...

Mazal tov to the family of the late Leonard Cohen, as well to,
Cantor Gideon Zelermyer, Roï Azoulay and the Shaar
Hashomayim Choir for their collaboration on "You Want it
Darker", the Grammy winner for Best Rock Performance .

MUSICAL NOTE

My family and I would like to thank, from the a fine example of the quality of music which Shaar congregants enjoy
bottom of our hearts, all the colleagues, friends every week. The overflowing crowd at The Jewish Center was enthralled
and relatives who made the arrival of our new at hearing such a high caliber of choral performance.
son, Raphaël Paul, such a wonderful and joyous
occasion. We are truly blessed. We will be paying a return visit to NYC in mid-March to perform at a
gala dinner honouring Rabba Abby and Rabbi Adam Scheier by his alma
It’s been an active return from the Choir’s well- mater, Yeshivat Chovevei Torah. We are very excited and thankful to be
deserved winter break, and we took advantage of participating at this important tribute, and honoured that they asked
the season, while services were in the Chapel, to Cantor Zelermyer and the Choir to take part in at such an auspicious
prepare for some exciting performances. occasion.

Back on November 6, the Choir was privileged and honoured to perform The music department is in a constant state of growth. We are never
two songs at the Bell Centre for the star-studded concert Tower of Song: satisfied with the status quo, always progressing, adding new repertoire,
a Memorial Tribute to Leonard Cohen. The thrill of performing at such striving to improve, setting our goals higher. We believe that prayer
an important event, televised across Canada (and via the internet to should be a joyous and meaningful event, and we believe music helps
the entire world) was something we will cherish for the rest of our lives. achieve that end. It is to these goals that the Shaar music Department
is dedicated.
On January 27, we had a magnificent Shabbat Shirah, with Musaf
enhanced by the debuts of several new pieces by a favourite composer 2018 promises to be another great year. Stay tuned for news of the
of the congregation, Cantor Meir Finkelstein. exciting musical events to come!

We have just returned from New York where we paid a much-anticipated Roï Azoulay
Shabbat visit to The Jewish Center and our great and talented friend, Music Director
Cantor Chaim-Dovid Berson, who had been longing for a visit from us for
quite some time. The Choir, Cantor Zelermyer and Cantor Berson sang
at both Kabbalat Shabbat and Shabbat morning services, and provided

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THE RITE STUFF

Last week we started reading the second book However, the act of counting is just that, an act, unless we make it
of the Torah, Sefer Shemot. Sefer Shemot, literally
meaning The Book of Names, opens with a count. Each day is an important gift that we are given, and must make
genealogical recount of the household of Jacob. the most of it. To count without making it count is a wasted opportunity.
At the Shaar, we continue to build upon the services and broaden the
Those that spend the better part of the winter in scope of our programming to enrich the experience for those that
Montreal, and especially after enduring the brutal partake in them.
cold of the past few weeks, are certainly counting
down the days when spring and warmer days Part of making it count requires you to get involved in some aspect and
return. Snowbirds also count the days when they leave your footprint on The Shaar and by extension, the community.
head back to the comfort of their home and bask in the glorious warm
months of Montreal. We are all working hard every day to make the Daily Minyanim grow.

The act of counting plays a major role in our calendar and in our lives. It Every person who attends brings their own spark and personal touch,
more than just gives us something to do, it anchors us and gives us an to help make the "fire" inside them grow. We would love to continue to
indication of where we are situated calendrically. It perhaps gives us a celebrate milestones and special occasions with you and your family.
hope, as we yearn in anticipation for something to arrive. The buzz of activities energizes us, encourages us, and reinforces the
notion that we are building something great here.
From Pessach, we are commanded to count seven full weeks until we
reach the Holiday of Shavuot. This period of counting the Omer acts So I urge you to be a partner. Do your part and make sure you decide to
as a bridge connecting time points. All the while, we are reminded that
something great is coming up. make today count! Yosi Even-Hen

Ritual Director

HELPING THOSE IN NEED AT PASSOVER
MAOT CHITTIN

Dear Friends,
I invite you to participate in one of our tradition’s wonderful opportunities to help others. A number of times on the Jewish calendar our
tradition calls upon us to offer support and help to those in financial need. Each year, I am reminded of this need, as individuals and
organizations approach our synagogue for support. The complex life stories, the unfortunate turns in mazal, and the need for legitimate
Jewish chesed are parts of the everyday experiences of many in our community.
In this vein, please consider donating to the Congregation Shaar Hashomayim Passover Fund. With your participation, we are able to help
many in our own community experience the warmth, the spirit, and the fulfillment that every Jew deserves, regardless of their financial
standing. Best wishes for a chag kasher v’samei'ach.
Sincerely,
Rabbi Adam Scheier

Cheques payable to Congregation Shaar Hashomayim Passover Fund
514.937.9474 ext. 165 – shaarhashomayim.org/donate

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HOLIDAYS

PURIM SHAAR-NIVAL

WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 28
COME IN YOUR COSTUMES – FUN FOR ALL!

4:30 - 6:00 PM - Ages 6 and under
Bouncy houses, magic show, balloon artist, crafts,
face painting, light dinner for kids

$8 child
Free for accompanying parent(s) and children under age 1.
Enter at 425 Metcalfe Avenue

5:35 PM Services in the Main Sanctuary followed by
MEGILLAH READING
Enter at 120 Cote-St. Antoine Road
7:30 PM (approx.) FESTIVE BUFFET DINNER
Carnival games, bouncy houses, costume contest and more!

$10 Adults; $5 Children (12 and under)
$30 Family max (Parents and children)

SKIP THE LINE, RSVP IN ADVANCE:
Oxana 514.937.9474 ext. 137 [email protected]

MISHLOACH MANOT BOOK YOUR PRIVATE
PURIM PROJECT 2018 SEDERS

Thank you to all our volunteers who made this initiative a huge HAS YOUR EXTENDED FAMILY OUT-
success. Wishing everyone a Chag Purim Samei'ach! GROWN YOUR PASSOVER TABLE?

Drivers are needed to deliver baskets on Thursday, March 1. Our small, private banquet rooms are available
Please let us know if we can count on your help this year. for one or both seders.
Community service hours provided for teen volunteers.
Contact Pamela 514.937.9475 Limited spaces.

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514.937.9474 ext. 169 / [email protected]

HOLIDAYS

CONGREGATIONAL PASSOVER SEDER

SEDER LED BY MAHARAT RACHEL KOHL FINEGOLD AND YOSI EVEN-HEN

FRIDAY, MARCH 30 (FIRST NIGHT)

FOLLOWING 7:05 PM SERVICES

RESERVATIONS Until Monday, March 26
Adults $85, Students (14-21) $60, Children (4-13) $35, Children (3 and under) Free

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Cheques payable to Congregation Shaar

CATERING BY THE SHAAR'S JOSE AND TANIA Hashomayim Passover Fund.
Call 514.937.9474 ext. 165

514.937.9474 ext. 139 shaarhashomayim.org/passover-seder2018

SELLING OF THE CHAMETZ PA S S O V E R

Forms available at the synagogue office POP-UP
or online at shaarhashomayim.org/festivals
R ESTAU R A N T
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Catering by the Shaar
BURNING OF THE CHAMETZ Menu varies daily

FRIDAY, MARCH 30 - UNTIL 11:40 AM MONDAY - WEDNESDAY,
in the Deitcher Courtyard (adjacent to 425 Metcalfe Avenue) APRIL 2 - 4
Lunch: 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM
.................................................. Dinner 5:30 - 9:00 PM

CHORAL S’FIRAT HA’OMER THURSDAY, APRIL 5
COUNTING OF THE OMER Lunch 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM

THURSDAY, APRIL 5 – 6:45 PM Lunch $25
A special Ma’ariv service for the 6th night of Passover Dinner: Adults $45; Children (4-12) $20;
featuring the music of Samuel Alman. Between the holidays Children (3 and under) Free
of Passover and Shavuot, the Omer is counted each evening,
signifying our preparation for the receiving of the Torah on Enter at 450 Kensington Avenue
the holiday of Shavuot.
RESERVATIONS PREFERRED
shaarhashomayim.org/event/passover-resto
514.937.9474 ext. 139

Group reservations available. Walk-ins welcome

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HOLIDAYS

MIMOUNA AT THE SHAAR

SATURDAY, APRIL 7 - 8:30 PM
LAST DAY OF PASSOVER

Mimouna is a traditional festival celebrated by Moroccan Jews
at nightfall on the last day of Passover. Families open their homes
to relatives and friends.
This year leave the preparations to us and host your guests
at the Shaar. Whether Mimouna is part of your annual tradition or
this is a new custom for you, we invite you to join us as co-hosts
for the evening.

For $1,500 (tax receiptable) you can host a “tent” at the event.
Each “tent” will feature an array of traditional Moroccan delicacies.
This will be a free event, open to members and their guests.

For more information on becoming a host, please contact
Myriam Dahan [email protected]
Robyn Bennett [email protected] 514.937.9474 ext. 146.

TIKUN LEIL SHAVUOT TEEN ALL-NIGHT
LEARNING ON
ALL-NIGHT LEARNING MARATHON: SHAVUOT
ISRAEL @70: THE JEWISH NATION TAKES ITS PLACE
AMONGST THE NATIONS OF THE WORLD GRADES 7-11

SATURDAY, MAY 19 SATURDAY, MAY 19 – 9:30 PM
Teens are invited to a special evening of learning,
8:30 PM Mincha/Kabbalat Yom Tov sports, activities and ice cream!
followed by dinner Congregational dinner included.

9:17 PM Candle Lighting REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Oxana 514.937.9474 ext. 137
Dedicated to Morty Cohen z"l, a longtime supporter, participant shaarhashomayim.org/ shavuot-teens2018
and organizer of Shavuot Learning. His lifelong commitment to
Torah learning will forever serve as an inspiration. Free admission

Free and open to all

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SYNAGOGUE LIFE

COMMUNITY COMMEMORATIONS

YOM HASHOAH MEMORIAL SERVICE
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 11 – 7:30 PM

at Tifereth Beth David Jerusalem Synagogue
Sponsored by the Montreal Holocaust Memorial Centre

YOM HAZIKARON MEMORIAL FOR ISRAEL'S
FALLEN SOLDIERS
TUESDAY, APRIL 17 – 6:00 PM at Federation CJA
YOM HA’ATZMAUT ISRAEL DAY RALLY
THURSDAY, APRIL 19 – 11:00 AM at Phillips Square

Bus service available | Check eNewsletter for schedule

HELEN AND SAM STEINBERG LECTURE

THURSDAY, APRIL 26 – 7:30 PM

ADAM GOPNIK

Best selling author of “Paris to the Moon”, Staff Writer for The New Yorker since
1986. Other books include “At the Strangers’ Gate”, The King’s Window” and
“Angels and Ages”.
FREE PUBLIC LECTURE

THIS WEEK AT THE SHAAR

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JOIN YESHIVAT CHOVEVEI TORAH RABBINCAL SCHOOL
IN HONOURING

Rabba Abby and Rabbi Adam Scheier '04

DEDICATION OF THE
SHAAR HASHOMAYIM EXPERIENTIAL PULPIT FELLOWSHIP

SUNDAY, MARCH 18, 2018 Evening will include museum tour, cocktail hour,
dinner and performance by the Shaar Hashomayim
Museum of Jewish Heritage Synagogue Choir.

36 Battery Place, New York City

For more info, please contact the Rabbi's office
514.937.9474 ext. 143; [email protected]

RSVP deadline: Sunday, March 4, 2018

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LEISURE INSTITUTE

Chairperson: Naomi Kassie

OPEN GATE 'GAME DAY' GALA

TUESDAY, JUNE 5 – 11:30 AM
BUFFET LUNCHEON
followed by BRIDGE, SOCIAL MAHJONGG*,
and new this year, CANASTA* and NOVICE BRIDGE
Raffles, door prizes, give-aways, free valet parking
Tickets starting at $60.00; Sponsorship opportunities available
Proceeds to support the Open Gate Senior Day Program

Contact the Shaar office for details, 514.937.9471
* Please bring your own games.

SUNDAYS AT THE SHAAR OPEN GATE SENIOR
DAY PROGRAM
$5 per person - Lecture followed by lunch. Enter at 425 Metcalfe Avenue.
Our non-sectarian community program
RESERVATIONS APPRECIATED: 514.937.9474 ext. 139; shaarhashomayim.org/calendar offers seniors, 65 to 100+, a stimulating
day out each week. The program includes
APRIL 8 – 12:00 PM JULY 29 – 12:00 PM transportation, music, exercise, games,
crafts, guest speakers and a hot lunch.
DR. VICTORIA KASPI DR. STEVEN LAPIDUS
Astrophysicist, McGill University Institute for Canadian Jewish Studies, EVERY WEDNESDAY
Concordia University 9:15 AM - 2:15 PM
"Reaching for the Stars: Our Galaxy
Inside and Out" "Judaism and Sexuality" COST: $10 OR $15*
*transportation included
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Susie Berkson Schwartz, Coordinator
MAY 27 – 12:00 PM AUGUST 12 – 12:00 PM 514-937-9474 ext.124 or 514.867.1999

DEVON PACKER MICHAEL BERGMAN
Mini-concert from 12 year-old musical Shaar Vice-President, Lawyer, Lecturer,
prodigy pianist, who recently performed at and Panelist
Carnegie Hall in New York City.
"Israel and the Middle East:
Conflict and Consensus"

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JUNE 17 – 12:00 PM

JOYCE BORENSTEIN, Canadian director and animator

Film presentation and discussion
"Lida Moser Photographer: An Odyssey in Black and White"

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SISTERHOOD

Co-Presidents: Dr. Oro Anahory-Librowicz and Enid Backman

We look forward to welcoming you to future Sisterhood programs.
Feel free to contact us, 514.937.9474 ext. 145, [email protected]

Oro and Enid

FILM PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION

THURSDAY, APRIL 12 – 7:30 PM

JOYCE BORENSTEIN

Award-winning and Oscar-nominated filmmaker presents her animated
documentary LIDA MOSER PHOTOGRAPHER: AN ODYSSEY IN BLACK AND WHITE
$10 in advance; $12 at the door (includes refreshments)
Enter at 425 Metcalfe Avenue.
REGISTRATION APPRECIATED 514.937.9474 ext. 139
shaarhashomayim.org/event/sis_film_apr12

SISTERHOOD SHABBAT SERVICE

SHABBAT, MAY 5 – 8:45 AM
Join the women of our Sisterhood for an inspirational
and heartfelt service followed by Congregational Kiddush.
Chair: Esther Marovitch
Committee: Judy Caplan, Isabelle Danino, Carole S. Rocklin,
Laura Roditi, Susan Signer
Enter at 120 Cote-St. Antoine Road

MEALS-ON-WHEELS

SERVING OUR COMMUNITY WITH LOVE
Our volunteers cook and deliver meals on Monday
and Thursday mornings.
To volunteer: Rhonda Herman, Coordinator, 514.937.9474 ext. 155

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SISTERHOOD

IN CELEBRATION OF ISRAEL'S 70TH ANNIVERSARY

ISRAELI ART EXHIBITION AND SALE

Featuring original fine art by well-known Israeli artists

GALA OPENING
TUESDAY, MAY 22 - 6:00 PM
Cocktail dînatoire, preview of the exhibit with a short lecture by
Menachem Safrai, owner of the Safrai Gallery in Jerusalem, and
dessert reception.

Gala registration available as of March 26.

GENERAL EXHIBITION
WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, MAY 23 & 24
11:00 AM – 9:00 PM

Enter at 425 Metcalfe Avenue
Info: 514.937.9471 shaarhashomayim.org/event/art_exhibit_sale

Proceeds of sales will benefit Meals-on-Wheels and other worthy initiatives.

MONTREAL WOMEN'S CLOSING
TEFILAH GROUP – LUNCHEON
ROSH CHODESH SERVICE
MONDAY, JUNE 11
THURSDAY, MARCH 1 – 12:00 PM 12:00 PM
PURIM – Megillah Reading
Spanish and Portuguese Syn. MINDY POLLAK

SHABBAT, MARCH 17 Outremont Borough Councilor and the first
No Service Hasidic woman to ever hold political office
in Montreal.
SUNDAY, APRIL 15 – 9:45 AM
Cong. Shaar Hashomayim $20 per person. Everyone welcome.
Enter at 425 Metcalfe Avenue
TUESDAY, MAY 15 – 8:30 AM
Spanish and Portuguese Syn. REGISTRATION REQUIRED
by Friday, June 9
THURSDAY, JUNE 14 – 8:30 AM 514.937.9474 ext. 139
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sisclosinglunch2018
FRIDAY, JULY 13 – 8:30 AM
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YOUNG PROFESSIONALS IN THEIR 20s AND 30s

INFO AND REGISTRATION: Oxana Pasternak 514.937.9474 ext. 137 [email protected]

PRE-PASSOVER WINE TASTING

THURSDAY, MARCH 22 - 7:30 PM
GET A HEAD START ON YOUR FOUR CUPS
FOR THE SEDER!
Learn about ancient and modern wine making in Israel,
and sample award-winning Israeli wines.
$25 per person

REGISTRATION REQUIRED
shaarhashomayim.org/event/ypwinetasting2018

CINCO DE MAYO SHABBAT YP GOES NORTH

FRIDAY, MAY 4 – 6:45 PM MAY 11 - 13, 2018

Kabbalat Shabbat services followed by a festive dinner. Get away for the weekend for Shabbat at Fiddler Lake:
Enjoy classic mexican fare: guacamole, tacos, margaritas
and more. • Beautiful chalets • Great people
$25 per person; Enter at 120 Cote-St. Antoine Road
RESERVATIONS • Good food and wine • Ends at 11:00 AM on Sunday
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$150 per person - Early bird registration by March 9
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INFO shaarhashomayim.org/event/ypgoesnorth

Co-Chairs: Myriam Dahan and Lainie Berger

INFO AND REGISTRATION: Oxana Pasternak
514.937.9474 ext. 137 / [email protected]

SHAAR YOUTH

& YOUNG FAMILIES

YOUTH SHABBAT BAR/BAT MITZVAH
INFORMATION EVENING
K-GRADE 6, GRADES 7-11
SHABBAT, APRIL 14 – 8:45 AM WEDNESDAY, MAY 2 – 8:00 PM
Services featuring participation of high school students and
Shaar Hashomayim Children's Choir. Followed by a festive Kiddush. PARENTS OF CHILDREN IN GRADES 3, 4, 5
(BOYS AND GIRLS)
FOR GRADES 7 - 11 Meet the Shaar Clergy and staff team. Hear about
our exciting programs including meaningful
WEDNESDAY NIGHT GET-TOGETHERS, 6:00 - 7:15 PM individual ritual celebrations, dynamic separate group
led by our Shinshinim (Israeli volunteers) and Youth Staff. Activities, experience for boys and girls, family engagement
discussions, and leadership development. Pizza dinner included. opportunities, and one-on-one personal contact
INFO & REGISTRATION: Maharat Rachel Kohl Finegold with Shaar Clergy. Our dedicated professional team
[email protected], 514.937.9474 ext. 174 will walk you through all aspects of planning your
Simcha. Affordable options for all budgets.

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SHABBAT IN THE PARK

FRIDAY, JUNE 8, 5:00 - 7:00 PM

A PRE-SHABBAT PICNIC FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY
Bring Your Own Picnic, Kabbalat Shabbat
sing-a-long, grandparents welcome. Free admission.

Meet at Westmount Park - 329 Melville Ave.
(corner Sherbrooke Street)

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JEWISH HERITAGE PROGRAM Hebrew language/reading skills Music & art components
KINDERGARTEN - GRADE 6 Bar/Bat Mitzvah Preparation
Study of Jewish heritage/holidays All families welcome
WEDNESDAYS, 3:45 - 6:00 PM
Dynamic educators &
Supervision provided 3:15 - 3:45 PM (no extra charge) Jewish role models
Partial tax receipt, sibling discount, payment plan

Register today - [email protected]
Adelia Bensoussan, Director
514.937.9474 ext. 142

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SCHOOLS AND PROGRAMS

Learn more at shaarhashomayim.org

A MESSAGE FROM FOUNDATION SCHOOL

Fundamental to Foundation School’s mission and philosophy of education is that all children are good, all children are smart and all children have a
valuable contribution to make to the community. Our partnership – a community of home, school and synagogue working together- ensures that
each child receives the best possible preschool experience. This partnership is based on the mutual respect of all partners and supports each child as
he or she grows emotionally, socially, cognitively and physically. Because of this, each child is confident to learn about his or her world through play,
experimentation and creativity in his or her own way and time. And, of course, a big dose of love never hurts!

Sherry Smith, Director, Foundation School

THIRD ANNUAL WEAR A PYJAMA/GIVE A PYJAMA FUNDRAISER
BENEFITTING AUBERGE SHALOM

SuDnanyyCDaamyps 2TO4YEARSOLD
DAILY CAMP PROGRAM

• Low camper-to-staff ratio • Theme days JUNE 18 - AUGUST 10
• Sports • Guest animators 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
• Outdoor water play • Shabbat
• Art, music and science • Weekly pizza lunch

REGISTER TODAY [email protected] 514.937.9475 shaarhashomayim/sunnydays
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SHAAR B'NEI MITZVAH

SADIE JACOBSON, daughter of Ronit Amsel and Dr. Avi Jacobson, will celebrate her Bat Mitzvah on March 1, 2018,
reading the Megillat Esther. Celebrating this Simcha are her adoring siblings, AJ, Eli and Miley, proud grandparents
Rachel and Dr. Issie Shanfield, Dr. Maxine and Dr. Stephen Jacobson, and her many aunts, uncles, cousins and friends.
Missed at this meaningful time is her maternal grandfather Arvy J. Amsel. Sadie attends Akiva School and is excited
to graduate this year and head to high school. She loves being with her friends, all things musical and art, as well as
basketball. Sadie is always giving and participating in community projects and doing chesed is a part of her daily life. In
honour of her Bat Mitzvah, Sadie has chosen a few local and international projects to add to her journey of Tikkun Olam
and treating others with kindness.

TALIA BUKHMAN, daughter of Heather Sokoloff and Lev Bukhman, will celebrate her Bat Mitzvah on March 23,
2018, when she will lead Kabbalat Shabbat service. She will also read Parashat Tzav in a women’s tefillah on March 24,
2018. Proud and joyful to be celebrating together are her siblings, Jacob and Alexandra, grandparents Marsha and Zavie,
and Leah Bukhman. Sadly missed is Alec Bukhman, who left the Soviet Union in 1971 so his grandchildren could live
meaningful Jewish lives. Talia has been a proud member of the Shaar community since she was a toddler at Foundation
School. She currently sings in Shaar Youth Choir and adores learning with her friends in the Bat Mitzvah program. She
is in Grade 6 at Akiva School and will attend Miss Edgar’s and Miss Cramp’s School in the fall. An avid reader, Talia also
loves art, music, soccer and knitting. Talia will continue studying Jewish text as a participant in "Chidon Hatanach"
National Bible Contest.

MILES POPLAW, son of Elana Fogel and Matthew Poplaw, will celebrate his Bar Mitzvah on April 15, 2018, Rosh
Chodesh Iyar. Sharing in this Simcha are his proud brother Jack, grandparents Rhonda Fogel and Gerry Rothstein, Paula
Remz and Sam Fogel, and Beverley Poplaw, and his aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Sadly missed at this time is his
grandfather Morty Poplaw, and great-grandmother Bronia Fogel. Miles is in Grade 7 at Westmount High School and
enjoys robotics, biking, swimming, tennis, skiing, and listening to music. He is thrilled to celebrate this special milestone
and plans to be an active, proud member of the Shaar Hashomayim community.

SOPHIE JANE MILLER, daughter of Lisa Singer and Farrel Miller, will celebrate her Bat Mitzvah on April 27, 2018,
when she will lead Kabbalat Shabbat service. Sharing in this Simcha are her brothers Maxwell and Harry, and her
grandmother Ann Singer. Sadly missed at this meaningful time are her grandparents Jessica and William I. Miller, and
Irving Singer. Sophie is in Grade 6 at Solomon Schechter Academy, where she participates on the basketball team and
mentors younger students. She loves playing soccer with the Westmount Soccer Club, enjoys her drama classes, and
performs with the Teen Tour Theatre. Next year she will attend Lower Canada College. Sophie delights in her weekly
private lessons with Maharat Rachel and values being a part of Abby’s Bat Mitzvah group. A highlight for Sophie this year
was travelling to Israel twice; once on a family trip in December, and then with her peers at school.

DYLAN JOSHUA KIMMEL, son of Sherri and Eric Kimmel, will celebrate his Bar Mitzvah on April 28, 2018, Parashat
Acharei Mot-Kedoshim. Sharing in this Simcha are his sister Jordyn and brother Jake. Proud and excited grandparents
are Harriet and Marty Kimmel, and Beverly and Charles Winter, along with his many aunts, uncles and cousins. Dylan
graduated Solomon Schechter Academy where he was Student Council President in his last year. He currently attends
St. George’s High School and is a member of their Glee team. He enjoys playing hockey, baseball, football, ping pong,
and billiards. He loves to snorkel and waterski, and is a talented drummer. He also enjoys talking politics and is always
up for a good debate. Dylan will continue to volunteer with MADA, to deliver Shabbat meals, as well as volunteer with
JEM Workshop this year.

JAMES DYLAN ROSENBLOOM, son of Andrea and Richard Rosenbloom, will celebrate his Bar Mitzvah on May
3, 2018, Parashat Emor. Sharing in this Simcha are his sisters Taylor and Ashley, grandparents Harvey Rosenbloom,
and Julia and Dan Daniels, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Sadly missed are his grandmother Marilyn Rosenbloom
and great-grandmothers Etelka Konrad and Paula Rosenbloom. James attended Akiva School and is currently in Grade
7 at Selwyn House. He is a sports enthusiast, with skiing, baseball, and tennis as his favourites. He also loves nature,
gardening and playing with his puppy, Maple. James is committed to his communities both in Montreal and Stowe,
where he regularly collects and donates to food banks.

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LAUREN CARA DORSEY, daughter of Kim Prosterman and Daniel Dorsey, will celebrate her Bat Mitzvah on May
6, 2018. Sharing in this Simcha are her sister Jillian, her grandparents Eunice and Leonard Prosterman, and Tanja
and Stephen Dorsey, aunts, uncles, cousins and friends. Sadly missed are her great-grandparents Kay and Hyman
Kirman, and Dorothy and Louis Dorsey. Lauren attends Lower Canada College in Grade 7. She was valedictorian of her
graduating class, elected to sit on the student council, and excelled in her debating competition. Lauren enjoys dancing,
acting and singing, and is in the cast of The Segal Centre’s production of "Captain Aurora". She also participates on her
school soccer and basketball teams. She is an avid reader, loyal friend and in her spare time creates videos and songs.
Lauren continues her volunteer work at Mada.

SAM TÉLIO, son of Valerie and Patrick Télio, will celebrate his Bar Mitzvah on May 10, 2018. Proud and joyful to be
celebrating are his siblings Dylan and Liv. Sam is currently in Grade 7 at Selwyn House. He loves all sports and is active
in basketball and football. He also loves to play piano, video games, and spending time with his family and friends.

JACK LEVI BURAK, son of Teri and Jamie Burak, will celebrate his Bar Mitzvah on May 12, 2018, Parashat Behar-
Bechukotai. Proud and joyful to be celebrating this special day are his siblings Sophia and Lily, and his grandparents
Marian Hoppenheim, Rosemary and Mel Hoppenheim, and Judy and Billy Burak. Jack is a graduate of Solomon Schechter
Academy and is currently in Grade 7 at Bialik High School. He loves all sports and is active in hockey, baseball, wake-
boarding and snowboarding. Any chance he has, Jack loves to be outdoors and on the water. Jack enjoys volunteering
at The Family Store, a discounted grocery store for underprivileged families.

DARLA YASMIN ROITER, daughter of Leila and Jonathan Roiter, will celebrate her Bat Mitzvah on May 25, 2018,
when she will lead Kabbalat Shabbat service. Sharing in her Simcha are her brother Spencer, grandparents Lynne and
Gerald Roiter, as well as her family in Toronto, aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends. Sadly missed at this time is her great-
grandmother Marge Lazarovitch, with whom she had a very special relationship. Darla is an active member of her school
community at Miss Edgar's and Miss Cramp's. Darla is an avid reader, a daring skier, and an enthusiastic actress from
an early age. Darla has enjoyed her weekly lessons with Rabba Abby Brown Scheier, as well as the monthly group Bat
Mitzvah programs with her friends. As part of her Mitzvah project, Darla is volunteering at MADA. She plans to deliver
hamentashen at Purim to members of the community.

YOHANNA ‘YOYO’ SOCHACZEVSKI, daughter of Rachelle and David Sochaczevski, will be called to the
Torah for the first time on her birthday March 29, 2018, then she will celebrate her Bat Mitzvah with Kabbalat Shabbat
service on June 8, 2018. Sharing in this Simcha are her siblings Jonathan, Noah and Elijah, grandparents Arlene and
Avi Sochaczevski, as well as her aunts, uncles, cousins, and friends, together with the Shaar family, that make her
community. Sadly missed at this time is her namesake, her maternal grandmother Joanne Kraivanger. Yoyo is in Grade
6 at Akiva School and is a proud graduate of Foundation School. The Akiva Play has been a passion of hers for the past
three years and she hopes to continue performing in high school. Yoyo joins her brothers in competing in inter-city
basketball where she is a hard working team player.

SHAAR CHILDREN'S CHOIR

AGES 7-12
UNFORGETTABLE MUSICAL EDUCATION
Experience the joy of music and singing together.
No previous experience required.

Conducted by Roï Azoulay, Music Director
514.937.9474 ext. 122 / [email protected]

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OUR SHAAR FAMILY

We warmly welcome the following new members to our Congregation:

Erika Abitbol and Adam Abecassis • Dr. Isabelle Bajeux and Jacques Besnainou • Dr. Zoey Rabinovitz and Dr. Daniel Borsuk • Jane (Lupovitch) Cadieux
Dr. Pamela Mitelman and Dr. John Cooper • Alexis Levy-Devine and Nathaniel Devine • Lisa Steinman and Michael Elman • Dr. Marcia Gillman and
Michael Flinker • Patricia Fourcand • Alissa Kerner and Charles Gelber • Dalila and Albert Hazan Leslie Herskovitz • Ronit Amsel and Dr. Avi Jacobson
Debra and Stewart Kahan • Catherine Kelly • Carol and Stephen Kosters • Jessica Reinglas and Jeremy Kornbluth • Yvonne Kramer • Sarah Lande •
Stephen Lande • Cassandra Levy • Lauren Lighter and Michael Levy • Carolyn and Dr. Calvin Melmed • David Melmed • Dr. James Naiman • Yael Knafo
and Jonathan Rebibo • Marlene Salomon • Dr. Samantha Surkis and Sheldon Sassoon • Marshall Schecter • Daniella Schwartz • Faye Rossdeutscher
and Jonathan Silver • Michael Wiener • Barbara and Dr. David Zukor

Mazal tov to our members:

B'NEI MITZVAH Stephanie Fagen and Josh Leibgott and Selena and Ross Paperman, Leila
Norma and Rabbi David Woolfson on the Paperman, and Elaine and Rick Dubrovsky,
Alexandra and Les Wexelman and Sharron birth of their daughter and granddaughter on the engagement of their children and
Feifer on the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter Aliya Mary Leibgott, granddaughter of Helena granddaughter Alexandra Paperman to
and granddaughter Michaela Wexelman. and Jeffrey Leibgott and the late Arnold Joseph Dubrovsky.
Fagen, on December 6, 2017.
BIRTHS Gabrielle and Reuven Brenner on the
Jessica and Loren Shore and Barbara and engagement of their son David Benjamin
Perlyne and Jacques Balayla and Gracy Michel Shore on the birth of their daughter Brenner to Jenny Vanessa Merkin, daughter
and Ari Kugler on the birth of their son and and granddaughter, Lily Shai Shore, sister of of Ezra and Lauren Merkin of New York City.
grandson Eytan Shimon Balayla, on August Noah, on December 6, 2017.
19, 2017. MARRIAGES
Avigyle Grunbaum and Seth Abbey, Tina and
Ruth Goodman on the birth of her great- Philip Abbey, Esther and Andre Landsman, Miriam Roland on the marriage of her
grandson Jacob Terry Finesilver, son of and Myrna Abbey on the birth of their son, granddaughter Lt. Julie Roland, daughter of
Leanne Dascal and Eric Finesilver, grandson grandson and great-grandson Oren Stanley Tobey Roland and Deborah Edelman Roland
of Franceen and Dr. Allan Finesilver, Dr. Andre Abbey, on December 20, 2017. z”l, to Lt. Andrew Gregory, on September 3,
Dascal and Dr. Terry Tannenbaum z”l, and 2017 in Winterthur, Delaware.
great-grandson of Ada Tannenbaum, on Allyssa and Ben Raby and Alice and Joel
September 1, 2017. Raby on the birth of their son and grandson Andrea Wolff and Eric Maldoff and Betty
Dustin Bradley Raby, grandson of Florene and Maldoff on the marriage of their son and
Drs. Oro and Michel Librowicz, on the Dr. Seymour Moskovitz of Toronto and great- grandson Daniel Maldoff to Andree Lalonde,
birth of their granddaughter Sarah Eliana grandson of Norma and Eli Moscovitz, on daughter of Lynn Seymour Lalonde and Marc
Bohadana, daughter of Joëlle Librowicz and December 24, 2017 in Potomac, Maryland. Lalonde.
David Bohadana, on September 9, 2017.
ENGAGEMENTS Sheryl and Jeffrey Gilman on the marriage
Melanie Bindman and Stephen Amsel and of their son Perry Gilman to Stephanie Aziz,
Cathy Rosenzweig and Mark Bindman on Rosalie and Lewis Dobrin and Mitzi and daughter of Pascale and Robert Aziz on
the birth of their son and grandson Nathan Mel Dobrin on the engagement of their son November 25, 2017.
Sydney Amsel on September 30, 2017. and grandson, Jonathan Dobrin, to Haley
Zylberberg, daughter of Karen and Jack Sheila Wiesenfeld on the marriage of her
Dr. Zoey Rabinovitz and Dr. Daniel Borsuk Zylberberg. granddaughter, Rachel Wiesenfeld, daughter
on the birth of their daughter Leia Sophia of Ronit and Dr. Harold Wiesenfeld, and
Borsuk, granddaughter of Eileen and Herb The Honourable Madam Justice Carol granddaughter of Zipora Gisser, Cantor
Borsuk and Rochelle Rabinovitz, sister of Cohen and Elinor Cohen on the engagement Hyman Gisser z”l and Mark J. Wiesenfeld z”l,
Micha and Jonah, on October 3, 2017. of their son and grandson Jordan James to Benjamin Statman, son of Dr. Janet and
Dawson, son of the late Duncan Dawson Joseph Statman.
Sheri and Sruli Berkovic on the birth of their and grandson of the late Seymour Cohen, to
granddaughter, Raizy Ginsberg, daughter of Katharine Tara Mohsen, daughter of Anita PROFESSIONAL ACHIEVEMENTS
Chaya and Moshe Ginsberg, sister of Chaim, Walicki and Magdi Mohsen.
Mordechai, and Avrumi, on November 2, 2017. Brahm Faber on receiving gold and silver
Jason Paperman, Heather and Joseph medals for Tennis at the 2017 Maccabiah
Jennifer Bardin and Roï Azoulay on the birth Paperman, Madeleine Ritz, Leila Paperman Games and on celebrating his 85th birthday.
of their son Raphaël Paul Azoulay, brother to and Sam Hops and Roslyn Wiener on
Odelia and Ava, on November 14, 2017. Jason’s engagement to Stephanie Hops, Ben Raby, son of Alice and Joel Raby, on the
daughter of Barbara and Mitchell Hops. publication of his book "100 Things Capitals
Fans Should Know and Do".

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OUR SHAAR FAMILY

Mazal tov to our members (cont'd):

Sandra and Dr. Hy Goldman on being Marla and James Gutherz Greenberg, Lewis Greenberg, Tamara
awarded the Meritorious Service Medal by Eva and Gabor Jellinek Greenberg, Freda Grill, Gerald Guttman,
the Government of Canada for their founding Millie and Leonard Kantor Eudice Holtzman, Mel Hoppenheim, Renata
of KlezKanada which has celebrated and Irit and Jonathan Kolber Issley, Lily Ivanier, Mildred Kaminsky, Joel
explored Jewish and Yiddish culture in all of Paul and Madelaine Niloff King, Leah Kotler, Jack Lazare, Rita Leibovitz,
its dimensions for the past 22 years. Julia Brownstein and Eric Ouaknine Selda Leibovitz, Allan Levine, Brahm Levine,
Carole Ann and Jack Padveen Carole-Ann Levine, Oro Librowicz, Howard
Allen Rubin, Immediate Past-President of the Ellen and Marvin Pinchu Liebman, Barry Lubotta, Frances Lutterman,
Jewish General Hospital, on being awarded Dorothy and Irving Ransen Robin Mader, Joanne Margel, Constance
the Distinguished Leadership Award by the Lisa and Jonathan Schacter Medalsy, Allan Miller, Janice Myers, Morrie
Hospital’s Board of Directors at its recent Vera and David Schulman Neiss, Madelaine Niloff, Murray Notkin, David
Annual general Meeting. Chana and Mark Shapiro Oberman, Nanette Ogulnik, Mildred Ostroff,
Rachelle and David Sochaczevski Eunice Palayew, Barry Innis Posner, Alice
SPECIAL ANNIVERSARIES Renee and Gerald Starkman Raby, Irving Ransen, Dorothy Reitman, Dianne
Richler, Carmen Robinson, Bluma Rosenstein,
Members who celebrated special anniversaries SPECIAL BIRTHDAYS Rhonda Rudnikoff, David Rutenberg, Dundi
since the previous bulletin: Sachs, S. Lyon Sachs, Pamela Sachs, Maria
Members who celebrated special birthdays 70+ Sarai, Sondra Schwartz, Marvin Segal, Ruth
Angela and Edward Aronson since the previous bulletin: Shacter, Barbara Shahmoon, Chaim Shustik,
Elaine and Harry Blank Harvey Sigman, Ruth Silver, Melvin Simak,
Laurence Baloul and David Cohen Sandra Agulnik, Joseph Balinsky, Susan Nina Spiegel, Margot Tolchinsky, Larry
Sheryl and Robert Cohen Balinsky, Bram Besner, Etty Bienstock, Maier Wainberg, Shayla Wechsler, Shirley Wexler,
Cindy and Daniel Copnick Blostein, Ghislaine Brownstein, Maureen Howard Wittenberg, Judy Wolfe, Sylvia Zeltzer
Connie and Ian Copnick Cape, Mildred Bacal Cohen, Shirley Cooper
Karine Toledano and Armindo Fernandes Leon Copnick, Eric Davis, Doris Evin, Sharron David Mendelson on his special birthday on
Jody and Mitchell Fersten Feifer, Linda Feldman, Rachel Golbert, November 3, 2017.
Carole and Burt Gilman Charlotte Gold, Elayne Gold, Ruth Goodman,
Ann and Gerald Gross Jack Granatstein, Donna Greenberg, Haskell

To be in the next bulletin, email your announcements prior to

FRIDAY, AUGUST 3

[email protected]

NEW MEMBERS

HELP US GROW OUR SHAAR FAMILY

DO YOU HAVE NEIGHBORS, FRIENDS OR COLLEAGUES WHO MIGHT BE
INTERESTED IN JOINING THE SYNAGOGUE?

The Membership Committee would be happy to contact them about
wonderful opportunities to join our Shaar community.

CONTACT ROBYN BENNETT
514.937.9474 EXT.146, [email protected]

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TODAH RABAH We gratefully acknowledge the following contributions

ENDOWMENT AND MEMORIAL FUNDS SOPHIE AND JACK L. GOLDEN HEATHER AND JOSEPH PAPERMAN

MORRIS ABER FAMILY In honour of Sheila Kussner, O.C., O.Q., In memory of Herbert Paperman, from
In observance of the yahrzeits for Joseph
Aber; Anne Aber Isaacson; Sarah Aber; C.O.M. on her recent birthday, from Madeleine Ritz.
Gertrude and Morris Aber; Etta Aber Schleifer;
Dr. Samuel Aber; W. Harry Aber; David P. Aber; Ursula Finkelstein. In observance of the yahrzeit for her husband
Sylvia Aber Cohen; Julius Aber, from Estate
Joseph Aber. TAMARA AND PHILIP GREENBERG Gerald Ritz, from Madeleine Ritz.

MARILYN AND ERNEST AVRITH In honour of Tamara and Philip Greenberg HERBERT PAPERMAN
In observance of the yahrzeit for her mother on the recent Bar Mitzvah of their grandson, In memory of Herbert Paperman, from
Edna Silverman, from Marilyn Avrith. from Rhoda and Robert Vineberg. the Evelyn Steinberg Alexander Family

JENNIE BINDMAN DR. MEL AND ELAINE HERSHENFIELD Foundation; Esther and Salomon Amar; Enid
In memory of Jennie Bindman, from Julie and
Shalom Katz. In honour of Ellen and Dr. Marvin Pinchuk on and Carl Backman; Trudi and David Berger;

DALE AND NATHAN BOIDMAN their special wedding anniversary, from Elaine Dale and Nathan Boidman; Cathy and Morris
In honour of Dale and Nathan Boidman
on their recent wedding anniversary, from and Dr. Mel Hershenfield. Borenstein; Myra and Norman Broodney;
Deenalil Caplan.
ESTHER AND ANDRE LANDSMAN Natalie and Harold Brownstein; Bernice
HELEN AND PERCY CAPLAN In honour of Esther and Andre Landsman on Brownstein; Janis Brownstein and Maggie
In observance of the yahrzeit for her father the High Holidays, from Ghislaine and Irwin Harris; Chantal Brahmi and Thomas Cadieux;
Percy Caplan, from Deenalil Caplan. Brownstein. Lesley and Jeffrey Campbell; Victoria and
David Cape; Maureen and Michael Cape;
MILDRED AND JULIUS CAPPELL In observance of the 40th anniversary of the Sheryl and Jeffrey Cape; Deenalil Caplan;
Donation from Mildred Cappell. yahrzeit for Benjamin Brownstein, from Esther Dr. June and Morris Chaikelson; Susan and
and Andre Landsman.
PHYLLIS AND MOSES DEITCHER Monroe Charlap; Jeanie and Wayne Charness;
In observance of the yahrzeit for her husband
Moses Deitcher, from Phyllis Deitcher. ARLENE AND JACK R. LAZARE Sylvia Cleman; Nancy Cleman; Linda Cleman;
In memory of her father Rudy Corber and his Harriet and Marvin Corber, C.M., LL.D., FCPA;
NESHIE AND BRAHM FABER father Emile Lazare, from Arlene and Jack Michael Corber and family; Suzanne Costom
In honour of Brahm Faber on his special R. Lazare. and Paul Cutler; Mitzi and Mel Dobrin; Rosalie
birthday, from Karen and Barry Segal. and Lewis Dobrin; Ronny Dobrin; Karen and
In memory of her mother Pearl Corber and his Lionel Dubrofsky; Frieda Dym; Maureen and
BRIAN ABBIE FINESTONE mother Bertha Lazare, from Arlene and Jack Jack Dym and family; Claire Berger and
In memory of Joanne Godel Blatt, from Rita R. Lazare. Alvin Fagen; Barbara and Len Farber; Peggy
Finestone.
In memory of their son Lenny Lazare, from and Earl Fixman; Ellen Joy and Raphael
DOROTHY AND THEODORE FREEDMAN
In observance of the yahrzeit for Theodore Arlene and Jack R. Lazare. Fleming; Dr. Sheila and Nahum Gelber, Q.C.;
Freedman, from Lee Miller and Rabbi Leslie R.
Freedman; Laurence Freedman. GERTRUDE AND BORIS LEVINE Dr. Isabelle Benoit and Geoffrey Gelber;
In observance of the yahrzeit for their mother Sheldon and Earl Merling; Roni and Senator
DR. SHEILA AND NAHUM GELBER, Q.C. Gertrude Levine, from Sharon and Paul E. Leo Kolber; Lorris and Robert Frankfurt;
In appreciation of Dr. Sheila and Nahum Levine; Carole-Ann and Brahm Levine and Carrie and Garry Garbarino; Marsha and
Gelber, Q.C., from Susan Polisuk. families. Jeffrey Gilbert and family; Carole and Burt
Gilman; Deanna and Sydney Godel; Cheryl
DR. SIMON AND LILLIAN GOLD In memory of Joanne Godel Blatt, from and Alan Goffman; Shirley Goldfarb; Dana and
In memory of Beatrice Krupp, from Carole-Ann and Brahm Levine. Jonathan Goodman; Etta and Jerry Gross;
Lillian Gold.
HAZZAN NATHAN MENDELSON Bernice, Marvyn, Richard and Neal Grover;
In observance of the yahrzeit for her husband
Dr. Simon Gold, from Lillian Gold. MUSIC FOUNDATION Lenore, Paul and Andrew Harris; Leslie and

In memory of her mother-in-law Faiga Gold, In honour of David Mendelson on his recent Berel Hoppenheim; Dorothy Zalcman Howard
from Lillian Gold.
special birthday, from Elsa and Murray Kotler. and Steven Howard; Debbie and Stewart

In observance of the yahrzeit for Hazzan Kahan; Bunny Kirsch; Rhoda Kirsch; Anne

Nathan Mendelson, from Ruth and Basil and Gordon Kugler; Sheila Kussner, O.C., O.Q.,

Ballon; Dr. June and Morris Chaikelson; C.O.M.; Arlene and Jack R. Lazare; Joanne

Rosalie Jukier and Lewis Dobrin; Claire and John Leopold; Corine and Miles Leutner

Berger and Alvin Fagen; Matthew Fassler; Dr. and family; Dr. Edith P. Levy; Marian and Ron

Isabelle Benoit and Geoffrey Gelber; Marvin Levy; Helen and Andre Levy; Gerald Levy

Goldsmith; Tamara and Philip Greenberg; and Duane Drover; Gilda and Benton Lewis;

Professors Ellen and Peter Jacobs; Carol Dax, Dave, JP and the Lightspeed family;

Koffler; Susan and Joseph Mendelson; Celia Angela and Ralph Lipper; Anita Maislin; the

Miller; Bluma Litner-Rosenstein; Alvin Segal Malkinson family; Debra and Ron Mayers;

Family Foundation; Lois and Dr. Bernard Marilyn Mayman; Valerie Mayman; Julie

Shapiro, O.C., G.O.Q.; Johanne and Norman Mayman; Barbara Mayman; Donna and Joel

Sternthal; Carol and Neil Weinman; Milgram; Mickey and Dr. Stephen Miller;

Donation from Deanna and David Mendelson. Elaine and Barry Mintz; Terry and Sam

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Minzberg; Arlene and Allan Mones; Harriet TANIA AND ABRASHA STILMAN In observance of the yahrzeit for her father-in-
and Dr. Fred Muroff; Eric N. Patterson; ISRAEL SCHOLARSHIP law Abe Lackstone, from Dorothy Lackstone.
Leesa Usheroff Parker and family; Barbie In observance of the yahrzeit for his father
and David Pearl; Richard Pedvis; Debra and Kenneth Colson, from Michael Colson; Donations from Jon Breslaw; K. David
Stephen Pekofsky; Susan and Dr. Joseph Elisabeth Colson; Robert Colson. Brody; Judy and Mark Caplan; Pearl and
Portnoy; Donna and Paul Rabinovitch; Sandra Michael Caplan; Mitzi and Mel Dobrin Family
Rabinovitch; Alice and Joel Raby; Sharon Donation from Michael Colson on his birthday. Foundation; Elaine and Richard Dubrovsky;
Ryave Brody of Ralph Schugar Chapel; Danny Maxwell Cummings Family Foundation;
Ritter; Madeleine Ritz; Robin and Brahm DR. HYMAN AND META SURCHIN the Gewurz Family Foundation; Saryl and
Rosenberg; Heather Avrith and William In memory of her father Leon Levin, from Stephen Gross; Helsam Foundation; Rosalind
Rosenberg; Harvey Rosenbloom; Lianne Meta Surchin. and Morris Goodman Family Foundation;
and Michael Routtenberg; Joyce and Chuck Alice and Joel Raby; Marlene and Joel King;
Rubin; Shelley and Jonathan Schneiderman; EVA FRIEDMAN VINEBERG Barry Pascal; Johanne and Norman Sternthal
Cheryl Brownstein and Dr. Rick Schreiber; In memory of her husband Morris Berenson, Foundation; Dr. Isabelle Benoit and Geoffrey
Sondra and Martin J. Schwartz and family; from Trina Vineberg Berenson. Gelber; Drs. Maydee and Nelson P. Lande;
Barbara Sederoff; Jeffrey Sederoff; Pauline Leesa Steinberg; Shelley and George Stern;
and Jeffrey Segel; Barbara and Sassoon In memory of her father Arthur Vineberg, Sylvia and Louis Vogel.
Shahmoon; Lois and Dr. Bernard Shapiro, from Trina Vineberg Berenson.
O.C., G.O.Q.; Betty and Bernie Shapiro; Monica BREAKFAST
and Barry Shapiro; David Sherry; Evelyn In memory of her mother Eva Friedman In appreciation of an Aliyah on Rosh
Shrier and Henry Geniele; Sloane Silverberg; Vineberg, from Trina Vineberg Berenson. Hashanah, from Elliot Berzan.
Betty and Mel Simak; Ira and Matt Levinson
of Sol Levinson & Brothers Funeral Home; In memory of her brother-in-law Samuel In appreciation of Tania Mendes, from Rhoda
Lloyd Solomon; the members of the Board Solomon, from Trina Vineberg Berenson. and Robert Vineberg.
& Staff of Steeles Memorial Chapel; Terry
and Julius Suss; the Sweibel Family; Vincent In observance of the yahrzeit for her uncle In memory of Joanne Godel Blatt, from
Tassone; Angela Tietolman; Suzanne and Hessie Friedman, from Augusta Vineberg Monica and Barry Shapiro.
Gary Ulrich; Barbara and Edward Victor, FCPA, Solomon.
FCA; Lillian Vineberg and Morris Goodman; Donations from Raphael Ruimy; Pauline and
Rhoda and Robert Vineberg; Samantha and BARBARA AND EDWARD VICTOR Jeffrey Segel.
Justin Vineberg and family; Lynn Wachman; In memory of his father John Harvey Rubin,
Shayla and Maurice Wechsler; Andrea and from Anthony E. Rubin. CANTOR'S FUND
Neil Wechsler; Riva Weigensberg; Monica and In honour of Lois and Dr. Bernard Shapiro,
Gerry Weinstein; Dr. Robert Wiener; Irving In observance of the yahrzeit for her father O.C., G.O.Q. on the HIgh Holidays, from
Wiseberg and family; Roslyn and Harvey John H. Rubin, from Barbara and Edward Marilyn Avrith.
Wolfe; Diane Yancovitch; Michelle and Cantor Victor, FCPA, FCA.
Gideon Zelermyer; the Zelniker family. In honour of Susan Palevsky on the High
RHODA AND ROBERT VINEBERG Holidays, from Marilyn Avrith.
SYLVIA AND CLARENCE SCHNEIDERMAN In observance of the yahrzeits for their
In observance of the yahrzeit for his parents Pauline and Joseph Rosenoff and In honour of Gordon Lax on the High Holidays,
grandmother Polly Schneiderman, from Miriam and Philip Vineberg, from Rhoda and from Marilyn Avrith.
Shelley and Jonathan Schneiderman. Robert Vineberg.
In honour of Ruth Cohen on the High
In observance of the 40th yahrzeit for his SHAYLA AND MAURICE WECHSLER Holidays, from Marilyn Avrith.
grandfather Alex Schneiderman, from Shelley In honour of Shayla Wechsler on her recent
and Jonathan Schneiderman. special birthday, from Marlene Cohen; In honour of Michelle and Cantor Gideon
Lois and George Fine; Sheila Kussner, O.C., Zelermyer and family on the High Holidays,
ELIZABETH SHUCHAT SCHWARTZ O.Q., C.O.M.; Mickey and Dr. Stephen Miller; from Natalie and Harold Brownstein; Deenalil
MEMORIAL LECTURESHIP Petty and Dr. Paul Niloff; Marilyn (Lynn) Caplan.
In honour of Rabbi Wilfred Shuchat and Perlman; Dorothy Reitman, C.M.
family on the High Holidays, from Beverley In honour of Cantor Gideon Zelermyer, from
Hamburg. GENERAL FUNDS the Jewish Community Foundation.

SHAAR HASHOMAYIM SISTERHOOD ADULT EDUCATION In appreciation of Cantor Gideon Zelermyer,
In honour of Esther and Sydney Marovitch on In honour of Meyer Goldsheider, Warshaw from the Garfinkle and Marcovitz families;
the High Holidays, from Susan and Michael Ghetto resistance, Bundist Partisan lost, Carrie Kahane; Eunice Palayew.
Signer. 1942, from Abraham Weizfeld, Ph.D.
In memory of Leonard Cohen, from Brian
ETHEL AND JACK E. SILVERMAN FUND In appreciation of Irene and Stephen Lipper Moxey.
FOR MEALS ON WHEELS on the High Holidays, from Bluma and Mark
In honour of Linda Silverman on her birthday, Rosenstein. In observance of the yahrzeit for his sister
from Susan and Norman Courey. Susan Wendy Katkin, from Nancy and
In memory of Joanne Godel Blatt, from Gloria Stephen Katkin.
and Kenneth Davis.
CEREMONIAL AND RELIGIOUS ARTICLES
In memory of Jurek Tomczak Rubinstein, In honour of Brigitte and Yosi Even-Hen and
from Carole Rocklin. family on the High Holidays, from Natalie and
Harold Brownstein.
In observance of the yahrzeit for her father
Ben Schaffer, from Gloria and Ken Davis.

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In honour of her father Ben Merson on his In honour of Sylvie Coulombe and Michel In memory of her brother Mitchell Greenberg,
recent birthday, from Doreen and Jerry Levine. Dorval, from Chanel Rollet. from Dorothy Lackstone.

In memory of Jurek Tomczak Rubinstein, In honour of Dina Kneller Gold, from Chanel In memory of her father Antoine Rollet, from
from Irene and Stephen Lipper. Rollet. Chanel Rollet.

In memory of his father Moses Kolber, from In honour of Julie Rollet, from Chanel Rollet. In memory of Mortimer Constantine, from
Roni and the Honourable E. Leo Kolber, O.C. Barbara and Irving Shapiro.
In honour of Professors Ellen and Peter
Donations from Ben Merson; Raphael Ruimy. Jacobs on their recent special wedding In memory of her husband David Tencer, from
anniversary, from Joan Samuels. Glenys M. Tencer.
MEALS ON WHEELS
In honour of Dr. Chaim Shustik on his recent In honour of Mel Hoppenheim on his recent In memory of Joan Lazarus, from Carole and
special birthday, from Marlene Brownstein special birthday, from Sheila, Larry and Hymie Burt Gilman; Monna and Abby Malkinson.
and Victor Eichenwald. Sckolnick.
In memory of Marvin Goldsmith, from Arlene
In honour of Lona and Joe Lapin on the In honour of Geraldine (Didi) Silverman on her and Jack R. Lazare.
High Holidays, from Maria and Michael Esar; special birthday, from Sherril Siminovitch.
Marilyn Takefman. In observance of the yahrzeit for her mother
In honour of Joel King on his recent special Clara Friedlander, from Diane and Jack
In honour of Tina Abbey on her special birthday, from Arlene and David Sternthal. Altman.
birthday, from Ghislaine and Irwin Brownstein.
In honour of Allan Levine on his recent special In observance of the yahrzeit for her parents
In honour of Esther and Andre Landsman on birthday, from Lynn and Steven Yaphe. Lucia and Isydore Horn, from Dr. Ruth Horn.
the recent birth of a great-grandson, from
Feige and Syd Gasco. In honour of Rhona and Larry Noble on the In observance of the yahrzeit for her father
recent Bar Mitzvah of their grandson Noah Jack Friedlander, from Diane and Jack
In honour of Barbara Shahmoon on her recent Hurst, from Arlene and Steven Tolensky. Altman.
special birthday, from Carole and Burt Gilman;
Geraldine and Steven Korda. In appreciation of David Abrams, from Chaim In observance of the yahrzeit for his sister
Shustik. Ruth Reznick, from Toni and Larry Reznick.
In honour of Shayla Wechsler on her recent
special birthday, from Norma and Howie In appreciation of Kathryne and Gerald In observance of the yahrzeit for his nephew
Gilmour. Wiseman on the High Holidays, from Anne Philip Falovitch-Reznick, from Toni and Larry
and Florence Ortenberg. Reznick.
In honour of Elaine and Harry Blank on their
recent special wedding anniversary, from In appreciation of Lona and Joe Lapin on the In observance of the yahrzeit for their son
Tamara and Philip Greenberg. High Holidays, from Judy and Mark Caplan. Seth Reznick, from Toni and Larry Reznick.

In honour of Joanne Margel on her recent In appreciation of Judy Caplan and the In observance of the yahrzeit for his father
special birthday, from Lorna Gittleson; Arlene Volunteers of Shaar Hashomayim Meals on Samuel Reznick, from Toni and Larry Reznick.
and David Sternthal. Wheels, from Rhonda and Bernard Herman.
In observance of the yahrzeit for his brother
In honour of Sheva and Ernie Strolovitch on In appreciation of the Shaar Hashomayim Michael Reznick, from Toni and Larry Reznick.
their recent special wedding anniverary, from Meals on Wheels services, from Professor
Professors Ellen and Peter Jacobs. Peter Jacobs; Kenneth Wolfe. In observance of the yahrzeit for her mother
Rose Schachter, from Carla and Lawrence
In honour of Judy and Mark Caplan on the In memory of her parents Fannie and William Stein and family.
recent Bar Mitzvah of their grandson Noah Aronoff, from Gloria Aronoff.
Goodman, from Rhonda and Bernard Herman. In observance of the yahrzeit for her parents
In memory of his parents Esther and Bernard Ann and Gerald Stein, from Linda Stein and
In honour of Shari Ann Fleming and family on Besner, from Dr. Robert Besner. Seymour Steinman.
the recent B'nai Mitzvot of her sons Dean and
Mason, from Zeela Kaufman. In memory of Joanne Godel Blatt, from Dale Donations from Brenda and Sam Gewurz;
and Nathan Boidman; Carole and Burt Gilman; Lise Gallant and Mark Greenberg; Malvina
In honour of Mildred Cohen on her recent Lise Gallant and Mark Greenberg; Barbara and Klag; David Weissman and Edward Winant
special birthday, from Carol Kugler; Robert Irving Shapiro; Angela Tietolman; Shayla and Foundation.
Cohen. Maurice Wechsler.
MUSIC FUND
In honour of Carol Koffler and family on the In memory of Louis M. Bloomfield, from In honour of the Shaar Hashomayim Choir,
High Holidays, from the Malkinson Family. Justine Cartier. from Gail and Ian Blackman.

In honour of Esther Marovitch for being In memory of Norma Hazan, from Eleanor and In honour of Jennifer Bardin and Roï Azoulay
chosen Eishet Chayil 5778, from the Dr. Leon Copnick. and family on the High Holidays, from Natalie
Malkinson Family; Monica and Barry Shapiro. and Harold Brownstein.
In memory of Herbert Paperman, from Feige
In honour of Alice Raby on her special and Syd Gasco. In honour of Vivien Gold Monn on her special
birthday, from Florene and Seymour birthday, from Bernice Cohen.
Moskovitz and family. In memory of Geraldine Opolsky, from Carole
and Burt Gilman. In honour of Sandy and Dr. Hy Goldman for
In honour of Sydney Gasco on his birthday, receiving the Meritorious Service Award from
from Lynn Perlman. In memory of Mildred Goodman, from Norma the Governor General of Canada, from Phyllis
and Howie Gilmour. Deitcher and Marvin Goldsmith.

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In honour of Lona and Joe Lapin on the High In memory of Leonard Cohen, from Petri OPEN GATE FUND
Holidays, from Marlene Brownstein and Victor Kuivalainen. In honour of the Shaar Hashomayim Choir,
Eichenwald. from Gail and Ian Blackman.
In memory of Mildred Goodman, from Sheila
In honour of Evelyn Kape on her recent special Kussner, O.C., O.Q., C.O.M. In honour of Marjorie and Robert Cracower on
birthday, from Norma Gelfand. the High Holidays, from Harriet and Stephen
In memory of Hella Gruia, from Lona and Joe Segal.
In honour of Eunice Palayew on her recent Lapin.
special birthday, from Norma and Howard In honour of Esther Marovitch for being
Gilmour. In memory of Marvin Goldsmith, from Les chosen Eishet Chayil 5778, from Angela
Bernstein; Bonnie and Jonathan Bicher; Tietolman.
In honour of Bonnie and Jeffrey Marcus on Marilyn and Ben Bicher; Judy and Mark
the recent marriage of their daughter Julie, Bercuvitz; Rebecca Butovsky; Maureen and In honour of Petty and Dr. Paul Niloff on their
from Lenore and Paul Harris. Michael Cape; Pearl and Michael Caplan; recent special wedding anniversary, from
Ruth Cohen; Harriet and Marvin Corber, C.M., Shayla and Maurice Wechsler.
In honour of Jennifer Bardin and Roï Azoulay LL.D., FCPA; Sandra and Dr. Ronald Feldman;
and family on the birth of their new son, from Gerald Flan; Ellen Joy and Ray Fleming; In honour of Naomi Kassie, Ruth Cohen,
Judith Shapiro Knight; Terry and Julius Suss. Carole and Burt Gilman; Norma and Howie Liselotte Fisher and Irene Adelman, from
Gilmour; Mona Golfman; Reggie and Sidney Liesel Sabloff.
In honour of Judy and Mark Caplan on the Greenberg; Ellen Greenblatt and the MSF
recent Bar Mitzvah of their grandson Noah physicians; Nina Heft; Dorothy Heppner; In memory of Joanne Godel Blatt, from Irene
Goodman, from Lona and Joe Lapin. Rita Hirscheimer and Morrie Bergman; Lillie and Stephen Lipper.
Kahane and family; Rita Kandel and PLM
In honour of Marlene Brownstein and Victor MSH; Alice Herscovitch and Bobby Kleinman; In memory of Anne Nadler, from Essie Rudy;
Eichenwald on the recent engagement of their Diane Kurland; Sheila Kussner, O.C., O.Q., Sue and Phil Bronsther; Sheila Kussner, O.C.,
son Samuel to Shoshana Breiner, from Lona C.O.M.; Lona and Joe Lapin; Connie and O.Q., C.O.M.; Debbie Schaffer.
and Joe Lapin. Steven Levy; Shelley Lippman and Leonard
Lewkowict and family; Puneet Mehta; Naomi In memory of Annie Gips, from the Antginas
In honour of S. Lyon Sachs on his recent and Bernie Rosen; Eleanor Roth; Shelley and family; Maureen and Michael Cape; Sandy and
special birthday, from Evelyn Lieff; Sonia and Jonathan Schneiderman; Ashley Shaffer and Joey Schreter.
David Oberman; Ruth and Manuel Shacter, Sandor Segal; Lois and Dr. Bernard Shapiro,
Q.C. O.C., G.O.Q.; Sylvia and Burt Spector; Susan In observance of the yahrzeit for her mother
and David A. Stein, FCA; Alice Taylor and the Nettye Klineberg Greenberg, from Dorothy
In honour of Lise and Robert Issenman on Sinai Trust & Mount Sinai Business Innovation Lackstone.
their recent wedding anniversary, from Carole & Development Team; Stephanie and Gerson
Rocklin and Robert Koffend. Vineberg; Lorne Wiesenfeld; Gloria Wilner; In observance of the yahrzeit for her husband
Francine and Sydney Zemel. Irvin Miller, from Celia Miller.
In honour of Carol and Martin Goldenberg on
the High Holidays, from Harriet and Stephen In memory of Mossa Bildner, from Barbara In observance of the yahrzeit for her mother
Segal. and Sassoon Shahmoon. Estelle Cooper, from Celia Miller.

In honour of Esther Marovitch for being In observance of the yahrzeit for his mother In observance of the yahrzeit for her father
chosen Eishet Chayil 5778, from Helena and Lilyan Rosenhek, from Suzie and Henry Hyman Cooper, from Celia Miller.
Avi Sonin. Rosenhek.
RABBI'S DISCRETIONARY FUND
In honour of Elaine and Harry Blank on their In observance of the yahrzeit for her father In honour of Bernice Brownstein on the High
recent special wedding anniversary, from Hugo Schwarz, from Suzie and Henry Holidays, from Marilyn Avrith.
Merle Stern. Rosenhek.
In honour of Heather and William Rosenberg
In appreciation of Cantor Gideon Zelermyer, In observance of the yahrzeit for her mother on the High Holidays, from Marilyn Avrith.
from Judith Ritter. Nelly Schwarz, from Suzie and Henry
Rosenhek. In honour of Gale and Nadim Wakeem on the
In appreciation of Cantor Gideon Zelermeyer, High Holidays, from Marilyn Avrith.
Yosi Even-Hen, Roï Azoulay and the Shaar Donations from Judy and Mark Caplan; Dr.
Hashomayim Choir on the High Holidays, from Lenore and Robert Goldfarb; Shirley and Leo In honour of Pilar and Douglas Avrith on the
Lona and Joe Lapin. Goldfarb Foundation; Sandra and Dr. Hyman High Holidays, from Marilyn Avrith.
Goldman; Robin Mader; the Alvin Segal
In appreciation of Suzie and Henry Rosenhek, Family Foundation; Herschel Segal Family In honour of Sylvia Cleman on the High
from Phyllis Deitcher and Marvin Goldsmith. Foundation; David Sela; Leesa Steinberg. Holidays, from Marilyn Avrith.
Richard Stern; Derek Stern; Sara and Irwin
In appreciation of Carol Koffler on the High Tauben; Heske and Rabbi Gerald Zelermyer. In honour of Shirley Goldfarb on the High
Holidays, from Bluma and Mark Rosenstein. Holidays, from Marilyn Avrith.
Donation from Musee d'Art Contemporain de
In memory of Herbert Paperman, from Suzie Montreal. In honour of Irene and Stephen Lipper, from
and Henry Rosenhek. Claire and Larry Behar.

In memory of his beloved father Reverend In honour of Esther and Sydney Marovitch,
Maurice Brody, from K. David Brody. from Claire and Larry Behar.

In memory of Joanne Godel Blatt, from Lucille In honour of Rabba Abby Brown Scheier and
and Peter Gates; Norma Gelfand; Lona and Rabbi Adam Scheier and family on the High
Joe Lapin. Holidays, from Natalie and Harold Brownstein;
Deenalil Caplan; Monica and Barry Shapiro;
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Rhoda and Robert Vineberg; Marian and Ron Donations from Rita and Charles Bronfman; In memory of their son Michael Jellinek, from
Levy; Betty Maldoff. Sylvia Cleman; Ron Diamond; Claire Berger Eva and Gabor Jellinek.
and Alvin Fagen; Dr. June Ortenberg and Carl
In honour of S. Lyon Sachs on his special Frymel; Jean-Charles Le Brun; Kerry Kaufman In memory of Yhiel Bueno, from Lona and
birthday, from Rhoda and Jack Granatstein. and Laurence Paperman; Lila Ramirez; Joe Lapin.
Barbara Ostroff and Brian Shell; Stephen Joel
In honour of Sheila Kussner, O.C., O.Q., C.O.M. Shiller; David Sochaczevski. In memory of Herbert Paperman, from Irene
on her recent special birthday, from Rhoda and Stephen Lipper.
and Jack Granatstein. SHAAR ISRAEL PROJECT
Donation from David Weissman and Edward In memory of Miriam Bercovitz, from
In honour of Dr. Adrian Langleben, from Winant Foundation. Westmount City Hall.
Doctors Maydee and Nelson Lande.
SYNAGOGUE FUND In memory of Michael Gallaman, from Janice
In honour of Rabbi Adam Scheier and Eytan In honour of Esther Marovitch for being and Ronnie Lann and family.
Zlotnik on Eytan’s Bar Mitzvah, from Claudia chosen Eishet Chayil 5778, from Judy and
and Gary Polachek. Mark Caplan; Beverley Hamburg. In observance of the yahrzeit for his wife
Sandra Kolber, from Senator E. Leo Kolber.
In honour of Aurelia and Brandon Rudnikoff In honour of Lee Miller and Rabbi Leslie
on their recent marriage, from Harriet and Freedman, from Barry Pascal and family. In observance of the yahrzeit for her brother
Stephen Segal. Jerry Merling, from Miriam Friedman.
In honour of Elaine and Richard Dubrovsky on
In honour of Madelaine (Petty) Niloff on her the High Holidays, from Susan and Michael In observance of the yahrzeit for her mother
recent special birthday, from Shayla and Signer. Bella Shier, from Saryl and Stephen Gross.
Maurice Wechsler.
In appreciation of Congregation Shaar In observance of the yahrzeit for her father
In honour of Jack Granatstein on his recent Hashomayim, from Mordechai Book. Hyman Levitt, from Beverley Hamburg.
special birthday, from Judy and Sam
Wiseman; Elka Wiseman. In appreciation of an Aliyah, from K. David In observance of the yahrzeit for Etta Caplan,
Brody; Heather and Robert Kugler; from Lillian Vineberg.
In appreciation of Rabbi Adam Scheier for Bea and Hershie Schachter; Jay Sederoff.
honours received on the High Holidays, from In observance of the yahrzeit for Gordon
Samantha and Justin Vineberg. In appreciation of an Aliyah in observance of Caplan, from Lillian Vineberg.
the yahrzeit for his father Jack Grossbaum,
In appreciation of Rabbi Adam Scheier, from from Karen and Louis Grossbaum. In observance of the yahrzeit for Gertrude
Claire and Larry Behar; Doctors Isabelle and Wener Vineberg, from Lillian Vineberg.
Alain Danino; the Garfinkle and Marcovitz In appreciation of a visit to Shaar
families; Linda Migicovsky and Norman Hashomayim on Shabbat Parshat Ekev, from In observance of the yahrzeit for Stanley
Jaskolka; Michael Levy and family. Benyamin Cahan. Vineberg, from Lillian Vineberg.

In appreciation of a Torah honour, from Perry In appreciation of Rabbi Wilfred Shuchat on Donations from Stefani Balinsky; Harriet
Guralnick; Dr. Calvin Kalman. Sukkot, from Marilyn Karr. and Marvin Corber, C.M., LL.D., FCPA; Judith
Goldman; Sarah Kleinplatz; Perry Marovitch;
In appreciation of the Shaar Hashomayim In appreciation of Rabbi Adam Schier on the Barry Shapiro.
Clergy, from Esther and Sydney Marovitch. High Holidays, from Evelyn Shrier.
TZEDAKAH FUND
In appreciation of an Aliyah, from Felix Meloul. In appreciation of Rabbi Adam Scheier, Carole In honour of Sheila Kussner, O.C., O.Q., C.O.M.
Rocklin and the office staff during our visit to on her special birthday, from Janice Kussner;
In appreciation of an Aliyah on Simchat Torah, Montreal, from Robert Sundel and family. Joanne, John, Justin and Carolyn Leopold.
from Susan and Michael Signer.
In appreciation of the Shaar Hashomayim In honour of Alice Raby on her recent special
In memory of Joanne Godel Blatt, from Elaine High Holidays, from New Kalman Sunshine birthday, from Terry and Julius Suss.
and Barry Mintz; Barbara and Edward Victor, Fund, Inc.
FCPA, FCA; Roslyn and Harvey Wolfe. In honour of Gertie Batist on her special
In appreciation of Yosi Even-Hen for a birthday, from Sharon and Jerry Wolfe.
In memory of Dorothy Freedman, from the wonderful tour of Congregation Shaar
Ortenberg family and the Frymel family; Hashomayim, from Elinor J. Taylor. In memory of Joanne Godel Blatt, from
Kathryne Cohen and Gerald Wiseman. Deenalil Caplan.
In memory of Ellen and Ralph Leidner, from
In memory of Emmanuel Miller, from Dr. Victoria and David Cape. In observance of the yahrzeit for Jack
Calvin Kalman. Lehman, from Beatrice Etinson.
In memory of Mendy Luger, from Ellen Joy
In memory of her father Harvey Lewis, from and Raphael Fleming. In observance of the yahrzeit for her husband
Terry and Julius Suss. Marvin Gameroff, from Pearl Gameroff;
In memory of Phil Cohen, from Ellen Joy and Samuel David Gameroff; Simon Sperber
In observance of the yahrzeit for Sam Kaplan, Raphael Fleming. Gameroff.
from Gordana Jovanovich and Charles
Kaplan. In memory of Joanne Godel Blatt, from Ellen In observance of the yahrzeit for her father
Joy and Raphael Fleming. Louis Lazare, from Sharon and Jerry Wolfe.
In observance of the yahrzeit for her mother Donation from Lewis Roth.
Pauline Rosenoff, from Alta and Harvey In memory of his sister Beverly Bloom, from
Levenson. Saryl and Stephen Gross.

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YAHRZEIT FUND In honour of Avigyle and Seth Abbey on the In appreciation of Johanne and Norman
recent Brit Milah of their son Oren Stanley, Sternthal on the High Holidays, from Bluma
Donations from Sandra and Lester Adilman; from Ghislaine and Irwin Brownstein. and Mark Rosenstein.
Sandra Agulnik and family; Carol G. Amro;
Stephanie Azrieli; Larry Behar; Aldo In honour of Dale and Nat Boidman on their In appreciation of Julie and Ilan Gewurz on
Bensadoun; Michael Besner; Erica and Dr. recent wedding anniversary, from Carol the High Holidays, from Bluma and Mark
Walter Bloom; Richard Boretsky; Natalie Koffler. Rosenstein.
and Harold Brownstein; Ghislaine and Irwin
Brownstein; Maureen and Michael Cape; Pearl In honour of Frayda and Lenny Katz on their In memory of his parents Rose and Moshe
Caplan; Michael Chernick; Harriet and Marvin wedding anniversary, from Esther and Sydney Aberbach, from David Aberbach.
Corber, C.M., LL.D., FCPA; Arnold Feldman; Marovitch.
Barry Shapiro; Miriam and Martin Friedman; In memory of Joanne Godel Blatt, from Esther
Shirley Goldfarb; Leonard Kaplansky; Jack In honour of Penni Kolb on the birth of her and Sydney Marovitch; Alice and Joel Raby.
Klam; Susan Levitt; Birdie Marshall; Beatrice new grandson Mosi Morein, from Esther and
C. Mayer; Madeleine Ritz; Ruth Shacter; Sydney Marovitch. In memory of Herbert Paperman, from Esther
Evelyn Shrier; Melvin Simak; Judith Stein; and Sydney Marovitch.
Augusta Vineberg Solomon; Nicole Smadja; In honour of Barbara Shahmoon on her recent
Marc Weinstein. special birthday, from Esther and Sydney In memory of Bella Mouadeb, from Esther and
Marovitch. Sydney Marovitch.
YOUNG FAMILY/YOUNG
PROFESSIONALS In honour of Judy and Mark Caplan on the Bar In memory of Yhiel Bueno, from Esther and
Mitzvah of their grandson Noah Goodman, Sydney Marovitch.
Donation from Elissa Benjamin and Arieh from Esther and Sydney Marovtich; Jean and
Sochaczevski. Marvin Rosenbloom. In memory of Howard Thomas Cohen, from
Barbara and Edward Victor, FCPA, FCA.
YIZKOR FUND In honour of Shayla Wechsler on her recent
special birthday, from Odette and Felix Donation from Trina Vineberg Berenson.
In memory of his mother Ray Jaskolka, from Meloul.
Norman Jaskolka. SPECIAL MENTION
In honour of Norah and Dr. Sam Freedman on
In observance of the yahrzeit for Ernest the Bat Mitzvah of their great-granddaughter THE HERBERT PAPERMAN MEMORIAL
Sacoransky, from Ann Sacoransky Leibovitch. Siri Warshawski, from Madeleine Ritz. FUND has been established by the
Paperman family in memory of Herbert
Donation from Judi Gelber. In honour of Marilyn Takefman on her recent Paperman.
Bat Mitzvah, from Sheryl and Elliott Shuchat.
YOUTH AND EDUCATION
In honour of Noah Ezra Goodman on his Bar
In honour of Esther Marovitch for being Mitzvah, from Cathie and Dr. Bruce Sutton.
chosen Eishet Chayil 5778, from Dorothy
Bloch; Marlene Brownstein; Rhoda and Robert In honour of Daniel Landes on his recent Bar
Vineberg. Mitzvah, from Dr. Terry Sigman and Mitchell
Zlotnik.
In honour of Jennifer and Michael Wolfe
on the recent Bat Mitzvah of their daughter In honour of Alan Z. Golden, from Adele and
Maya, from Joan and Hy Bloom. Marvin Orleans.

In honour of Maharat Rachel and Rabbi Avi In appreciation of David Abrams, from Esther
Finegold and family on the High Holidays, and Sydney Marovitch.
from Natalie and Harold Brownstein.

TO MAKE A DONATION Donations must be made prior to

please call Orit Bueno, 514.937.9474 ext. 165 FRIDAY, JULY 27
or online at shaarhashomayim.org/donate
to be in the next bulletin
Bulletin publication: min. $25
Endowment Funds: min. $50
Prayer book and bookplate inscription: min. $100

Donations of any amount over $18 will be
acknowledged with a tribute card.

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CONDOLENCES

May the Almighty grant His divine comfort to the bereaved in their sorrow.
We extend condolences to the families of the following who have recently passed:

Our member Martha Baylin, mother and mother-in-law of our members Beatrice Krupp, sister and sister-in-law of our members Harold and
Neomi and Mel Kronish Natalie Brownstein, Andre and Esther Landsman, Irwin and Ghislaine
Brownstein and sister-in-law of Bernice Brownstein.
Our member Miriam Bercovitz
Claude Blondin, father and father-in-law of our members Claudine Our member Joan Lazarus, sister and sister-in-law of our members
Blondin and Stephen Bronfman Maxine and Harvey Sigman

Yhiel Bueno, father of Shaar staff member Orit Bueno. Ralph Jayson Leidner, father and father-in-law of our members Cynthia
and Andrew Adelson
Rev. Canon Jervis Burns Jr., father and father-in-law of our members
Victoria and David Cape David Levine, brother and brother-in-law of our members Allan and
Carol Levine
Our member Mildred Cappell
Our member Saul Lighter, husband of Pearl Lighter and father of our
Our member Howard Cohen, husband of Gail Cohen member Daniel Lighter

Menashe Dayagi, father and father-in-law of our members Michelle and Our member Sheila Mackay
Paul Korne
Nina Nelson, mother and mother-in-law of our members Francine and
Selma Deeks, mother and mother-in-law of our members Paul and Robert Wiseman
Peggy Schachter
Geraldine Opolsky, sister and sister-in-law of our members Zave and
Our member Dorothy Freedman, mother and mother-in-law of our Sandra Climan
members Rabbi Dr. Leslie Freedman and Lee Miller, sister of our
members Benjamin Gersovitz; and Florence Ortenberg Haja Rapkowski, mother and mother-in-law of our members Barry
Our member Michael Gallaman Rapkowski and Amy Josephson

Annie Gips, mother and mother-in-law of our members Brenda and Our member Nancy Richler, daughter of our member Dianne Richler,
Jack Cola, grandmother of Shaar staff member Carly Gips sister and sister-in-law of our members Martin and Diane Richler

Our member Marvin Goldsmith, father and father-in-law of our Our member Helene Ripstein
members Leslie and Danny Chazonoff
Our member Peter Rosenbaum, husband of Rosalind Gliserman-
Mildred Goodman, sister of our member Eunice Palayew Rosenbaum

Our member Allan Lionel Gottlieb, son of our member Judith Gottlieb Jurek Tomczak Rubinstein, brother and brother-in-law of our members
Michel and Oro Librowicz.

Hella Gruia, mother and mother-in-law of our members Jackie Gruia Our member Louisa Rubenstein, sister of our member Donald Kirk
Gold and Lorne Gold Our member Rachel Salomon
Hyman Sckolnick, father and father-in-law of our members Lawrence
Max Haines, father and father-in-law of our members Eleanor and and Sheila Sckolnick
David Star Diana Gail Shadowitz, mother of our member Steven Shadowitz
Our member Allan Wagner
Norma Hazan, sister and sister-in-law of our members Ann and Albert Our member Ann Weinstein
Leibovitch

Our member Sidney Kastner, husband of Aviva Kastner

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SPONSORSHIPS Honour your loved ones by sponsoring a breakfast or kiddush.
To book a breakfast or kiddush: 514.937.9474 ext.169,t [email protected]

Breakfast on August 29 sponsored by Rhona Luger, Selina and Michel Congregational Kiddush on October 21 sponsored by the Mendelson
Hoessly, Sylvia and Herman Luger and Miriam and Solomon Luger family and friends and patrons of the Hazzan Nathan Mendelson
and their families marking sheloshim for their father and brother Music Foundation.
Mendel Luger.
Breakfast on October 25 sponsored by Mark Spatzner in observance of
Congregational Kiddush on September 2 sponsored by Terry Sigman the yahrzeit for his mother Paula Spatzner.
and Mitchell Zlotnik and Maxine and Harvey Sigman in honour of the
Bar Mitzvah of their son and grandson Eytan Sigman Zlotnik. Breakfast on October 27 sponsored by Margo and Harvey Elman in
observance of the yahrzeits for her mother Sheila Robitaille and his
Breakfast on September 4 sponsored by Bluma and Lenny Malinoff in parents Naomi and Benjamin Elman.
honour of an Aliyah for their grandson Adam Malinoff.
Breakfast on October 30 sponsored by Susan and Murray Rosenoff in
Breakfast on September 6 sponsored by the Paperman family marking honour of The Shaar Clergy.
sheloshim for their husband, father and grandfather Herbert Paperman.
Breakfast on November 2 sponsored by Samantha and Justin Vineberg
Breakfast on September 7 sponsored by Lisa Steinberg in observance in honour of the Bar Mitzvah call up of their son Mitchell Philip Vineberg.
of the yahrzeit for her father Charles Steinberg; and by Tanya and
Andrew Salpeter in honour of the Bar Mitzvah call-up of their son Breakfast on November 3 sponsored by Carole Teitelbaum in
Logan Salpeter. observance of the yahrzeit for her husband Laurence Lewin; and by
Irma Brodkin and family in observance of the yahrzeit for her husband
Congregational Kiddush on September 9 sponsored by Kay and Edward Bernie Brodkin.
Salpeter in honour of the Bar Mitzvah of their grandson Logan Salpeter.
Congregational Kiddush on November 4 sponsored by Samantha and
Breakfast on September 14 sponsored by Ketty and Ralph Munk Justin Vineberg, Elaine and Barry Mintz, Rhoda and Robert Vineberg
in honour of the aufruf of their son Daniel Munk and his upcoming in honour of the Bar Mitzvah of their son and grandson Mitchell Philip
marriage to Jayme Segal, daughter of Barbara and Steven Segal. Vineberg.

Congregational Kiddush on September 16 sponsored by the Gruia- Breakfast on November 9 sponsored by Andrea Wolff and Eric Maldoff
Levine-Gold families marking sheloshim for Hella Gruia; and by Perry in honour of the aufruf of their son Daniel Maldoff and his upcoming
Shak and Bruce Burnett in honour of Miriam and Tuvia Tenenbom. marriage to Andree Lalonde.

Breakfast on September 20 sponsored by Sybil Fleming in observance Breakfast on November 10 sponsored by Michael Jay Chernick
of the yahrzeit for her husband David Fleming; and by Ellen Joy and marking the culmination of 11 months of kaddish for his mother Shirley
Raphael Fleming in observance of the yahrzeit for his mother Freda Miriam (Markowitz) Chernick.
Fleming.
Congregational Kiddush on November 11 sponsored by Inna Nekhim
Congregational Kiddush on September 23 sponsored by Myer Deitcher and Dmitry Korenblit in honour of the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter
in honour of the marriage of his grandson Yonatan Lenamen to Ayala Rachel Sofia Korenblit; and by Sheryl and Robert Cohen in honour of
Goldstein; and by Elaine and Barry Mintz in observance of the yahrzeit the Bar Mitzvah of their son Ryan David Cohen; and by the Diller Teen
for her father Harry Fleisher. Fellows in honour of the 10th Cohort of Diller Teen Fellows in Montreal
and Be’er Sheva-B’nei Shimon.
Breakfast on September 25 sponsored by Joanne and Simon Margel in
observance of the yahrzeit for his father Nathan Margel. Breakfast on November 13 sponsored by Esther and Andre Landsman
in observance of the yahrzeit for Sam Cowan.
Breakfast on September 29 sponsored by Howard Liebman in
observance of the yahrzeit for his mother Ita Liebman. Breakfast on November 14 sponsored by Barbara Maldoff and Family
in observance of the yahrzeit for her husband Harry Hopmeyer.
Breaking of the Fast on September 30 sponsored by Michael Bergman
in observance of the yahrzeit for his mother Jessie Bergman. Breakfast on November 16 sponsored by Esther and Sydney Marovitch
and Frayda and Lenny Katz in observance of the yahrzeits of Jeannette
Breakfast on October 4 sponsored by Phyllis Deitcher and Gilbert Steinberg Katz, William Max Katz and Robert Glazer.
Rosenberg in observance of the yahrzeit for their brother Allan
Rosenberg. Congregational Kiddush on November 18 sponsored by Rochelle
Rabinovitz and Eileen and Herb Borsuk in honour of the baby naming
Breakfast on October 8 sponsored by Annie and Allan Nadler in of their granddaughter Leia Sophia Borsuk.
observance of the yahrzeit for his brother Irving Nadler.
Breakfast on November 23 sponsored by Ellen Joy and Raphael
Congregational Kiddush on October 14 sponsored by Barry Pascal in Fleming in honour of the Bar Mitzvah call-ups of their grandsons Dean
honour of the anniversary of his Bar Mitzvah. Lewis Fleming and Mason Alexander Fleming; and by Anna, Ari and
Karen Brojde and Max Wulkan in observance of the yahrzeit for Masza
Breakfast on October 19 sponsored by Arlene and Allan Mones in Wulkan.
observance of the yahrzeit for his father Phillip Mones.

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Congregational Kiddush on November 25 sponsored by Alice and Joel Congregational Kiddush on January 27 sponsored by the Brojde and
Raby in honour of her special birthday. Wulkan Families in observance of the yahrzeit for Szymon Wulkan; and
by Hyman Polansky and family in observance of the yahrzeit for his
Breakfast on November 28 sponsored by Jonathan Kaplansky in wife Lea Polansky.
observance of the yahrzeit for his mother Paula Mendelsohn; and by
Kenneth M. Davis and Donald S. Davis in observance of the yahrzeit Breakfast on January 30 sponsored by Geraldine and Steven Korda in
for their brother Malcolm Ian Davis. observance of the yahrzeit for his mother Ilona Shachter Korda.

Breakfast on November 29 sponsored by Jon Wasserman in observance Breakfast on February 1 sponsored by Phyllis Deitcher and Gibby
of the yahrzeit for his father David Wasserman. Rosenberg in observance of the yahrzeit for their mother Ida Rosenberg;
and by Jennifer Gian and Bruce Conquy in honour of the Bar Mitzvah
Congregational Kiddush on December 2 sponsored by Carrie Goldstein call-up of their son Ryan Conquy.
Mazoff and Peter Mazoff in honour of the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter
Paige Mazoff; and by the Berger and Fagen families in honour of Alvin Breakfast on February 2 sponsored by Geraldine and Steven Korda in
Fagen's birthday. observance of the yahrzeit for her father Harold Bleier.

Congregational Kiddush on December 9 sponsored by Madeline Ritz Congregational Kiddush on February 3 sponsored by Elana and Sean
and Heather and Joseph Paperman in observance of the yahrzeit for Gilman, Kelly Whitlock and Eric Gilman in honour of the 50th wedding
Gerald Ritz. anniversary of their parents Carole and Burt Gilman.

Breakfast on December 11 sponsored by Jessica and Loren Shore in Breakfast on February 5 sponsored by Anna, Ari and Karen Brojde in
honour of the baby naming of their daughter. observance of the yahrzeit for Piotr Brojde; and by Aviva Kastner and
family marking sheloshim for her husband Sidney Kastner.
Congregational Kiddush on December 16 sponsored by Barbara and
Sassoon Shahmoon in honour of her 70th birthday. Breakfast on February 7 sponsored by Hyman Polansky in observance
of the yahrzeit for his mother Yhetta Polansky.
Breakfast on December 21 sponsored by Raphael Ruimy in observance
of the yahrzeit for his father Yaakov Ruimy. Breakfast on February 8 sponsored by Elana and Michel Fima in honour
of the Bar Mitzvah call-up of their son Daniel Fima.
Congregational Kiddush on December 23 sponsored by Edna and Eric
Anzarut, Margo and Tony Anzarut and Alissa and Phil Anzarut in Breakfast on February 9 sponsored by Jeffrey and Marvin Liebman in
celebration of the Torah donated by the Anzarut Family. observance of the yahrzeit for their mother Marilyn Rosentzveig.

Breakfast on December 27 sponsored by Ghislaine and Irwin Congregational Kiddush on February 10 sponsored by Allan Wiener in
Brownstein in observance of the yahrzeit for their son Douglas William observance of the yahrzeit for his mother Ruth Wiener.
Brownstein.
Breakfast on February 13 sponsored by Rabbi Wilfred Shuchat in
Breakfast on January 2 sponsored by Lisa Steinberg in observance of memory of his father Meyer Shuchat and brother-in-law Marvin Sochet,
the yahrzeit for her mother Vera Nathalie Steinberg and her grandfather and in honour of his sister Rita Finestone, and his children Bryna and
Aron Steinberg. Josh Landes, Margola Shuchat,and Rabbi Bernard Raphael Shuchat.

Breakfast on January 11 sponsored by Dianne Richler in observance Rosh Chodesh Fellowship Breakfast on February 15 sponsored by
of the yahrzeit for her husband Myer Richler; and by Aviva Kastner and Colette Chomski in honour of her birthday.
family in memory of Sidney Kastner.
Congregational Kiddush on March 10 sponsored by Ruth Cohen in
Breakfast on January 12 sponsored by Freda and Robert Applebaum honour of her 95th birthday.
in observance of the yahrzeit for his mother Bertha Applebaum.
Breakfast on March 12 sponsored by Rose Langleben and family in
Breakfast on January 16 sponsored by Dr. Michel Librowicz in honour observance of the yahrzeit for her husband Dr. M. Phillip Langleben.
of his wife Dr. Oro Anahory Librowicz.
Congregational Kiddush on March 24 sponsored by Heather Sokoloff
Rosh Chodesh Fellowship Breakfast on January 17 sponsored by and Lev Bukhman in honour of the Bat Mitzvah of their daughter Talia
Gordon and Arnold Echenberg in observance of the yahrzeit for their Bukhman.
father Abraham David Echenberg.
Breakfast on March 30 sponsored by Wendy and Allan Gelber in honour
Breakfast on January 18 sponsored by Guilda Benhamou and Laurent of Nahum Gelber’s 86th birthday during Passover.
Elkaim in honour of the Bar Mitzvah of their son Eytan Elkaim.
Breakfast on April 2 sponsored by Felicia and Andrew Gertler and
Breakfast on January 19 sponsored by Sheila and Larry Sckolnick in Robyn Weiss in honour of the aufruf of their son Stephen Gertler and
observance of the yahrzeit for her mother Rose Rosenbaum and his his upcoming marriage to Rachel Frydman
mother Freda Sckolnick and marking sheloshim for his father Hyman
Sckolnick.

Breakfast on January 25 sponsored by Evelyn and Avery Palevsky in
observance of the yahrzeit for his father Beryl Palevsky.

Breakfast on January 26 sponsored by Tronny and Sydney Sweibel in
observance of the yahrzeit for his father Isaie Sweibel.

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SCHEDULE OF SERVICES

Shacharit (Morning Services) 7:30 AM Rosh Chodesh/Chol Hamo'ed 7:15 AM Breakfast following services, except Sundays.
Kiddush following morning services on Shabbat.
Shabbat/Sunday/Legal Holidays 8:45 AM Sunday Rosh Chodesh/Chol Hamo'ed 8:30 AM

If you bring Shabbat in early and attend our 6:45 pm Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat service, please note that candles should also be lit early.

SUNDAY – THURSDAY, MARCH 4 - 8 5:45 PM TUESDAY, APRIL 3 Chol Ha’moed SHABBAT, APRIL 27 - 28
Mincha/Ma’ariv Shacharit 7:15 AM Parashat Acharei Mot-Kedoshim
Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM
Bar Mitzvah of Dylan Joshua Kimmel,
SHABBAT, MARCH 9 - 10 WEDNESDAY, APRIL 4 Chol Ha’moed son of Sherri and Eric Kimmel
Shacharit 7:15 AM
Parashat Vayak’hel-Pekudei, Shabbat Parah Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM Candle Lighting 7:38 PM
Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM
Candle Lighting 5:34 PM THURSDAY APRIL 5 Chol Ha’moed Shabbat Shacharit 8:45 AM
Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 5:45 PM Shacharit 7:15 AM Mincha/Se’udah Shlishit/Ma’ariv 7:15 PM
Shabbat Shacharit 8:45 AM Mincha/Kabbalat Yom Tov and 7:00 PM Havdalah 8:47 PM
Mincha/Ma’ariv 5:45 PM
Havdalah 6:38 PM Choral S’firat Ha’omer 7:09 PM
Candle Lighting
SUNDAY – THURSDAY, MARCH 11 - 15 SUNDAY – THURSDAY, APRIL 29 - MAY 3

Mincha/Ma’ariv 6:55 PM Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM

FRIDAY, APRIL 6 Passover – Seventh Day SHABBAT, MAY 4 - 5 Parashat Emor
Candle Lighting 7:46 PM
SHABBAT, MARCH 16 - 17 Parashat Vayikra Shacharit 8:45 AM Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM
Shabbat Shacharit 8:45 AM
Rosh Chodesh Nissan, Shabbat Hachodesh Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM Mincha/Se’udah Shlishit/Ma’ariv 7:25 PM
Havdalah 8:57 PM
Candle Lighting 6:43 PM Candle Lighting after 7:10 PM
Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM
Shabbat Shacharit 8:45 AM SHABBAT, APRIL 7 Passover – Eighth Day SUNDAY – THURSDAY, MAY 6 - 10 7:00 PM
Mincha/Ma’ariv 6:55 PM Shacharit 8:45 AM Mincha/Ma’ariv
Havdalah 7:47 PM Sermon and Yizkor 10:15 AM
Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:15 PM
SUNDAY – THURSDAY, MARCH 18 - 22 Havdalah 8:16 PM

Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM SUNDAY – THURSDAY, APRIL 8 - 12 SHABBAT, MAY 11 - 12
Mincha/Ma’ariv Parashat Behar-B’chukotai, Shabbat M’varchim,
SHABBAT, MARCH 23 - 24 Parashat Tzav 7:00 PM Rosh Chodesh Sivan: Tuesday, May 15
Shabbat Hagadol
6:52 PM SHABBAT, APRIL 13 - 14 Parashat Sh’mini Bar Mitzvah of Jack Levi Burak,
Candle Lighting 6:45 PM son of Teri and Jamie Burak
Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 8:45 AM Shabbat M’varchim, Rosh Chodesh Iyar: Sunday &
Shabbat Shacharit 7:00 PM
Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:57 PM Monday, April 15 & 16 Candle Lighting 7:55 PM
Havdalah Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM
Candle Lighting 7:20 PM Shabbat Shacharit 8:45 AM
Mincha/Se’udah Shlishit/Ma’ariv 7:35 PM
Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM Havdalah 9:07 PM

Shabbat Shacharit 8:45 AM

SUNDAY – THURSDAY MARCH 25 - 29 Mincha/Se’udah Shlishit/Ma’ariv 6:55 PM

Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM Havdalah 8:26 PM

FRIDAY, MARCH 30 Erev Passover SUNDAY, APRIL 15 Rosh Chodesh I Iyar SUNDAY - MONDAY, MAY 13 - 14 7:00 PM
Shacharit 8:30 AM Mincha/Ma’ariv
Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM
Shacharit 7:15 AM TUESDAY, MAY 15 Rosh Chodesh Sivan
Shacharit 7:15 AM
Siyum Hab’chorim, Fast of the First Born Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM

Eating of Chametz until 10:24 AM MONDAY, APRIL 16 Rosh Chodesh II Iyar
Shacharit 7:15 AM
Burning of Chametz until 11:40 AM Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM

Candle Lighting 7:01 PM WEDNESDAY– THURSDAY, MAY 16 - 17

Mincha/Kabbalat Yom Tov 7:05 PM TUESDAY – THURSDAY, APRIL 17 - 19 Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM

First Seder Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM SHABBAT, MAY 18 - 19 Erev Shavuot
Parashat Bemidbar
SHABBAT, MARCH 31 Passover – First Day SHABBAT, APRIL 20 - 21 Parashat Tazria-Metzora Candle Lighting 8:03 PM
Shacharit 8:45 AM Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM
Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:05 PM Candle Lighting 7:29 PM Shabbat Shacharit 8:45 AM
Candle Lighting Mincha/Kabbalat Yom Tov 8:15 PM
Second Seder after 8:06 PM Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM Candles after 9:17 PM

Shabbat Shacharit 8:45 AM

Mincha/Se’udah Shlishit/Ma’ariv 7:05 PM

SUNDAY, APRIL 1 Passover – Second Day Havdalah 8:36 PM
Shacharit 8:45 AM
Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:15 PM SUNDAY – THURSDAY, APRIL 22 - 26 SUNDAY, MAY 20 Shavuot – First Day
Havdalah 8:08 PM Shacharit 8:45 AM
Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM Mincha/Ma’ariv 8:15 PM
Candle Lighting
MONDAY APRIL 2 Chol Ha’moed after 9:18 PM
Shacharit 8:30 AM
Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM

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MONDAY, MAY 21 Shavuot – Second Day SUNDAY, JUNE 24 MONDAY - WEDNESDAY, JULY 23 - 26
Shacharit 8:45 AM Shacharit
Sermon and Yizkor 10:15 AM Mincha/Ma’ariv 8:45 AM Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM
Mincha/Ma’ariv 8:15 PM 7:00 PM
Havdalah 9:20 PM SHABBAT, JULY 27 - 28 Parashat Va’etchanan

MONDAY, JUNE 25 Shabbat Nachamu
Shacharit
Mincha/Ma’ariv 8:45 AM Candle Lighting 8:10 PM
7:00 PM
TUESDAY - THURSDAY, MAY 22 - 24 Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM
Mincha/Ma’ariv
7:00 PM TUESDAY - THURSDAY, JUNE 26 - 28 Mincha/Ma’ariv 8:20 PM
Mincha/Ma’ariv
SHABBAT, MAY 25 - 26 Parashat Naso 7:00 PM Havdalah 9:20 PM
Candle Lighting 8:11 PM
Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM SHABBAT, JUNE 29 - 30 Parashat Balak SUNDAY - THURSDAY, JULY 29 - AUGUST 2
Candle Lighting 8:11 PM
Shabbat Shacharit 8:45 AM Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM
Mincha/Se’udah Shlishit/Ma’ariv 8:00 PM
Havdalah 9:26 PM Candle Lighting 8:29 PM SHABBAT, AUGUST 3 - 4 Parashat Eikev

Shacharit 8:45 AM Shabbat M’varchim; Rosh Chodesh Elul:

Mincha/Se’udah Shlishit/Ma’ariv 8:15 PM Shabbat & Sunday, August 11 & 12

Havdalah 9:45 PM Candle Lighting 8:01 PM

SUNDAY – THURSDAY, MAY 27 - 31 7:00 PM SUNDAY, JULY 1 Fast Of 17Th Of Tamuz Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM
Mincha/Ma’ariv Fast begins 3:21 AM
Shacharit 8:45 AM Shacharit 8:45 AM
Mincha/Ma’ariv 6:50 PM
SHABBAT, JUNE 1 - 2 Parashat Beha’alotecha Fast concludes 9:25 PM Mincha/Ma’ariv 8:05 PM

Candle Lighting 8:17 PM Havdalah 9:09 PM

Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM SUNDAY - THURSDAY, AUGUST 5 - 9
Mincha/Ma’ariv
Shabbat Shacharit 8:45 AM MONDAY, JULY 2 7:00 PM
Shacharit
Mincha/Se’udah Shlishit/Ma’ariv 8:05 PM Mincha/Ma’ariv 8:45 AM
7:00 PM
Havdalah 9:34 PM SHABBAT, AUGUST 10 - 11 Parashat Re’eh

SUNDAY – THURSDAY, JUNE 3 - 7 Rosh Chodesh I Elul
Mincha/Ma’ariv
7:00 PM TUESDAY - THURSDAY, JULY 3 - 5 Candle Lighting 7:51 PM
Mincha/Ma’ariv
7:00 PM Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM

SHABBAT, JUNE 8 - 9 Parashat Sh’lach SHABBAT, JULY 6 - 7 Parashat Pinchas Shacharit 8:45 AM

Shabbat M’varchim; Rosh Chodesh Tamuz: Shabbat M’varchim, Rosh Chodesh Av: Mincha/Ma’ariv 8:05 PM

Wednesday & Thursday, June 13 & 14 Friday, July 13 Havdalah 8:58 PM

Bat Mitzvah of Yohanna Sochaczevski, Candle Lighting 8:27 PM SUNDAY, AUGUST 12 Rosh Chodesh II Elul
Shacharit 8:30 AM
daughter of Rachelle and David Sochaczevski Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM

Candle Lighting 8:23 PM Shacharit 8:45 AM
Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM
Shabbat Shacharit 8:45 AM Mincha/Ma’ariv 8:40 PM MONDAY - THURSDAY, AUGUST 13 - 16
Mincha/Se’udah Shlishit/Ma’ariv 8:10 PM
Havdalah 9:40 PM Havdalah 9:42 PM Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM

SUNDAY - THURSDAY, JULY 8 - 12 7:00 PM SHABBAT, AUGUST 17 - 18 Parashat Shoftim
Mincha/Ma’ariv
SUNDAY – TUESDAY, JUNE 10 - 12 Candle Lighting 7:40 PM
Mincha/Ma’ariv
7:00 PM FRIDAY, JULY 13 Rosh Chodesh Av Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM
Shacharit 7:15 AM
WEDNESDAY - THURSDAY JUNE 13 - 14 Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM Shacharit 8:45 AM

Rosh Chodesh I & II Tamuz Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:50 PM

Shacharit 7:15 AM SHABBAT, JULY 13 - 14 Parashat Matot-Masei Havdalah 8:45 PM

Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM Candle Lighting 8:23 PM SUNDAY - THURSDAY, AUGUST 19 - 23

SHABBAT, JUNE 15 - 16 Parashat Korach Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM

Shacharit 8:45 AM SHABBAT, AUGUST 24 - 25 Parashat Ki Teitzei

Bat Mitzvah of Aviya Scheier, daughter of Mincha/Ma’ariv 8:35 PM

Rabba Abby and Rabbi Adam Scheier Havdalah 9:37 PM Candle Lighting 7:28 PM

Candle Lighting 8:26 PM Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM
Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM
Shacharit 8:45 AM SUNDAY - THURSDAY, JULY 15 - 19 Shacharit 8:45 AM
Mincha/Se’udah Shlishit/Ma’ariv 8:15 PM Mincha/Ma’ariv
Havdalah 9:44 PM 7:00 PM Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:35 PM

SHABBAT, JULY 20 - 21 Erev Tisha B'av Havdalah 8:32 PM

Parashat Devarim, Shabbat Chazon SUNDAY - THURSDAY, AUGUST 26 - 30

SUNDAY – THURSDAY, JUNE 17 - 21 Candle Lighting 8:17 PM Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:00 PM
Mincha/Ma’ariv
7:00 PM Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM SHABBAT, AUGUST 31 - SEPTEMBER 1

Shacharit 8:45 AM Parashat Ki Tavo

SHABBAT, JUNE 22 - 23 Parashat Chukat Mincha/Ma’ariv 8:30 PM Candle Lighting 7:15 PM

Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM Fast begins before Shabbat ends/ Early Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat 6:45 PM

Candle Lighting 8:28 PM Havdalah 9:29 PM Shacharit 8:45 AM

Shacharit 8:45 AM SUNDAY, JULY 22 Tisha B’av Mincha/Ma’ariv 7:25 PM
Shacharit 8:30 AM
Mincha/Se’udah Shlishit/Ma’ariv 8:15 PM Mincha/Ma’ariv 8:20 PM Havdalah 8:18 PM
Fast ends / Havdalah 9:18 PM
Havdalah 9:46 PM S’lichot 11:15 PM

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CONTACT Monday - Thursday 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM

450 Kensington Avenue, Westmount, QC H3Y 3A2 T 514.937.9471 / 514.937.9474 Friday 8:30 AM - 2:00 PM
Schedule of Services (166) Eruv Hotline (109) Foundation School 514.937.9475

ADAM J. SCHEIER (143) Rabbi [email protected] SUSAN GREENSPOON ZEMEL (182)
Creative Director/Bulletin Coordinator [email protected]
MAHARAT RACHEL KOHL FINEGOLD (174)
Director of Education and Spiritual Enrichment [email protected] ROBYN BENNETT (146)
Member Engagement/Program Manager
DR. WILFRED SHUCHAT (138) Rabbi Emeritus [email protected]

GIDEON Y. ZELERMYER (101) Cantor [email protected] STEPHANIE NAGUS (169) Booking Manager [email protected]

YOSI EVEN-HEN (119) Ritual Director [email protected] OXANA PASTERNAK (137) [email protected]
Youth and Family Life Coordinator

RABBI DAVID L. WOOLFSON (123) [email protected] SHERRY SMITH (163) [email protected]
Ritual Director Emeritus Director, Foundation School

ROÏ AZOULAY (122) Music Director [email protected] ADELIA BENSOUSSAN (142)
Director, Netivot School
DAVID ABRAMS (143) Parnass [email protected]
STEWART LEIBOVITCH (171) [email protected]
CLAIRE BERGER FAGEN (135) President [email protected] Cemetery Manager

PENNI KOLB (133) Executive Director [email protected] ENID BACKMAN and ORO ANAHORY-LIBROWICZ (145)

MARTIN BINDMAN, CPA, CA (215) Sisterhood Co-Presidents [email protected]
Director of Finance
[email protected] NAOMI KASSIE (124) Leisure Institute Chairperson

CEMETERY SERVICES

Now taking orders for Spring/Summer decorations.
The Shaar Cemetery offers many flower and landscaping
options to serve as dignified and beautiful tributes to
the memory of loved ones. We also offer perpetual care
programs that simplify the process of providing flower
care over years.

Also available: Monument cleaning service – renew

the look of older monuments.

Info: Stewart Leibovitch, Cemetery Manager
514.937.9474 ext. 171 / [email protected]

SPECIAL PAYMENT PROGRAM FOR CEMETERY PLOTS
Members under the age of 65 who wish to reserve plots in the Shaar Cemetery now have the option to lock in the current
rate and pay in 10 equal payments over a 10 year period. The first payment is due upon reservation and subsequent
payments will be invoiced annually in January.

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THE SHAAR FAMILY CAPITAL CAMPAIGN
AN EXCLUSIVE EVENING AT THE MAC

Lead donors to the Shaar Family Capital Campaign enjoyed a special viewing of the Leonard Cohen
exhibition "A Crack in Everything" at the Musée d'art contemporain on November 16, 2017.
PLEDGE TODAY! 514.937.9474 ext. 135, [email protected] (see back page)

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THE SHAAR FAMILY CAPITAL CAMPAIGN

An initiative to repair our building's infrastructure, restore sacred spaces,
and enhance our programs for Jewish life and learning.

TOTAL PLEDGED TO DATE: $9,296,502 GOAL: $12,000,000

DONOR RECOGNITION

Join our growing group of lead donors

For a gift of $7,200 or higher, you will be recognized in a permanent
installation planned for the Côte-Saint-Antoine lobby.
Payable in 5 annual instalments.

Be part of this effort to secure our home for the future. Please give generously.

To make your pledge and add your name, contact Penni Kolb, Executive Director,
514.937.9474 ext. 135, [email protected]

CONGREGATION SHAAR HASHOMAYIM CANADA POST CORPORATION
450 KENSINGTON AVENUE PUBLICATION MAIL AGREEMENT NUMBER
WESTMOUNT, QUEBEC
H3Y 3A2 40026378