Rabbi Steven C. Wernick is a dynamic and widely respected rabbinic and executive leader with over 25 years of impact across North American and global Jewish life. He currently serves as Senior Rabbi of Beth Tzedec Congregation in Toronto, the largest Masorti/Conservative synagogue in the world, where he has led a remarkable renewal in engagement, growth, and vision.

A passionate Zionist, Rabbi Wernick has been a delegate to three World Zionist Congresses and serves as Deputy Chair of the Aliyah Committee of the Jewish Agency for Israel. He is a champion of Jewish pluralism, Israel–Diaspora partnership, and innovative synagogue life.

Off the bimah, he’s married to Jody, a dedicated nurse, and together they are the proud parents of three daughters. An avid cyclist, Rabbi Wernick is also a devoted dog lover and self-proclaimed sci-fi enthusiast—whether it’s Star Wars, Star Trek, or anything with stars.