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Welcome to Calgary! Bruchim Haba'im!

Our community boasts a vibrant and eclectic Jewish community of approximately 8,000. There are 2 Jewish Day Schools, 4 Synagogues of differing denominations, a Jewish Family Service, and a beautiful JCC. The Calgary Jewish Federation is dedicated to keeping everybody up to date on activities, programs and services provided by and for the community. For information on Calgary Jewish Federation resources, please view our Shalom Calgary directory (PDF) , or contact Hila Maydar- Shalom Calgary Coordinator or call (403) 389-6994.

 

A Snapshot of Jewish Calgary - Shalom Calgary
Calgary Jewish Federation is proud to provide our community with a wonderful resource which provides information about all aspects of Jewish life in Calgary. Read it now (pdf)
Social Services
Jewish Family Service Calgary strengthens the community by helping people in the spirit of Jewish tradition and values with guiding principals such as dignity for each individual.  Visit their website for more information


History of the Calgary Jewish Community
Jewish Calgary has a fascinating history full of interesting people and wonderful stories. Read it here (pdf)

Keeping Kosher in Calgary
Calgary offers a good variety of Kosher products and services. The Calgary Kashrut program is an effort of the Calgary Jewish Federation and the local Rabbinical Council. A full-time kashrut office is maintained and the Community Mashgiach, Philip Wolf, supervises all CK listed institutions. Email or call (403) 619-0134 

Shalom Baby - A resource for young families
Jewish life cycle events, Jewish holidays and your relationship with your community - all this changes when you have a baby. Download our easy-to-read resource guide (pdf) and learn invaluable tips on what our community has to offer and how to stay connected. Contact Kathie Wainer if you or anyone you know has had a baby.

Jewish Women's Cancer Support Group
We are a group of Jewish women;all of us have experienced cancer. We have had all types of cancers. We are a group of all ages; single, married,separated and divorced.  Learn more (pdf)