News Archive
Teshuvah on Modesty
Mar 16th 2017
Rabbi Frydman-Kohl is the co-author of a teshuvah accepted by the Committee on Jewish Law and Standards. Many people inquire about the standards of dress in synagogues, schools and social settings. "Modesty Inside and Out: A Contemporary Guide to Tzniut" is an attempt to respond to those queries.
Clocks 'Spring Forward'
Mar 6th 2017
Reminder—Clocks 'spring forward' this weekend. Please remember to advance your clocks and watches one hour when you retire Saturday night.
A Little Purim Fun
Feb 27th 2017
Beth Tzedec gets into the Purim spirit a little early ... with a fun, new musical!
Hydro Shut-Down February 16
Feb 10th 2017
Toronto Hydro has been undertaking a major
upgrade to infrastructure in the area around the synagogue. On Thursday,
February 16 from 9:00 am to 5:00 pm, the power to our building will be suspended.
Yorkville Lunch 'n' Learn Cancelled This Week
Feb 9th 2017
Please note that the Yorkville Lunch 'n' Learn session with Yacov Fruchter has been cancelled for this Thursday, April 6. We look forward to seeing everyone at our next session.
Jews Stand Guard at Toronto Mosques
Feb 6th 2017
On Friday, February 3, Beth Tzedec and numerous regional Jewish and Christian congregations stood in friendship and support of the Muslim community at mosques and Islamic centres around the city.
Words of Thanks from Imran Ally
Feb 2nd 2017
Your heartfelt outpouring of support with messages of strength, care and compassion to the Muslim community has been unbelievable. Thank you.
Standing Together to Oppose Hate
Feb 2nd 2017
Beth Tzedec stands united with the Jewish community in condemning the murders at the Centre Culturel Islamique de Quebec. Join us at the Islamic Foundation of Toronto (441 Nugget Ave., Scarborough) on Friday, February 3 at 1:00 p.m. as a sign of friendship and rejection of violence.
A Message from the Rabbi and President of Beth Tzedec Congregation
Jan 30th 2017
Our congregation and community condemn the attack last night on the Quebec City mosque, a sacred place of prayer. We are deeply shocked and grief-struck by this act of violence.
Online Event Reservations
Jan 3rd 2017
You can reserve for programs online, including Kabbalat Shabbat with Professor Stephen Berk, A Women's Evening of Wine and Friendship Honouring Josette Frydman-Kohl, the Musical Kabbalat Shabbat of Tribute and Thanks and the Notable Speakers series.
Havurat HaSefer CANCELLED
Dec 15th 2016
The Havurat HaSefer program with Rabbi Adam Cutler is cancelled tonight (Thursday, December 15) due to the winter storm.
Hanukkah Tribute Cards
Dec 8th 2016
When you send holiday greetings to family and friends, choose Treasures of Beth Tzedec tribute cards. Our beautiful H̱anukkah greeting card features a ẖanukkiyah from our Museum collection.
Membership/Development Coordinator
Nov 7th 2016
Beth Tzedec is seeking a
dedicated and experienced individual to oversee and manage the membership
activities of the Congregation and coordinate the Congregation’s development
and engagement activities.
Rav Baruch in "Times of Israel"
Oct 20th 2016
Rabbi Baruch Frydman-Kohl contributed an article in the latest edition titled "Five Anniversaries of Hope", based on his Kol Nidrei sermon.
High Holy Day Bulletin Now Available
Sep 22nd 2016
The latest edition of the Beth Tzedec Bulletin is available for download, and it has now been mailed to member homes.
