Introducing the Holy Blossom Advocacy Committee

The role of the Holy Blossom Advocacy Committee is to partner with other organizations that are conducting Israel advocacy and combating antisemitism in Toronto and elsewhere in Canada. Representatives of the Committee are in regular contact with these partner organizations to identify projects that Holy Blossom can support, with the goal of enhancing their effectiveness and community reach.  In selecting partner organizations and specific projects, the Committee always strives to align with the broad consensus of Holy Blossom’s membership.

As suitable projects are identified, the Committee communicates action items to Temple membership and beyond, collaborating with other Temple committees, Temple clergy and staff.

Bridging Divides, Building Bridges

The Advocacy Committee promotes these selected projects by reaching out to allies in the broader Jewish and non-Jewish community, creating a network that can amplify the good work being undertaken by our partners. When engaging potential allies from non-Jewish faith-based organizations, the Committee’s work is carefully coordinated with Holy Blossom’s Interfaith Committee.  Other areas of focus for the Committee include maintaining strong relationships with local MPs, MPPs, and municipal councillors.

Curating Timely Content

We are committed to curating a collection of relevant content that is central to our mandate. The Canadian Handbook on the IHRA Working Definition of Antisemitism has been released by the Office of the Special Envoy for Preserving Holocaust Remembrance and Combatting Antisemitism. You can access it here!

Additionally, click here for a list of 20 podcasts that will provide you with an excellent way of staying informed about issues affecting Israel and antisemitism. Bookmark this page and check back periodically for fresh content to stay informed and engaged.

Your Voice Matters

As Temple members, your voice is at the core of the Committee’s mission. We’re here to listen, to advocate, and to champion a cause that has never been more important. To engage with us, please email [email protected] or contact Rabbi Samuel Kaye at [email protected].

Committee Members

Michael Davis, Chair
Tom Friedland
Karine Krieger
Eli Mogil
Rabbi Samuel Kaye