Helping Israeli New Arrivals to Canada
Continuing a Holy Blossom Tradition
Holy Blossom Temple has a long history of helping those who want to settle in Canada. Inspired by our previous commitment to newcomers from all over the world, a new group has been formed at HBT to address the resettlement of Israelis. About 1000 Israelis have arrived in Toronto during the past year and it is estimated that this number may triple over the next 6-8 months.
Our partner in all these efforts continues to be the Jewish Immigrant Aid Society (JIAS).
WHAT WE CAN DO
If you are looking to hire new employees…
Speed Mentoring with JIAS and HBT
Join JIAS and Holy Blossom Temple for an evening of in-person speed mentoring and networking! This is an opportunity to connect with industry professionals from a variety of backgrounds. Mentors will offer insights, advice, and recommendations to support your job search, and they may also share their experiences and contacts to help expand your professional network.
How Speed Mentoring Works: Each Mentor will be seated at a table, and participants will rotate from table to table, meeting with around 10 professionals by the end of the event. You’ll have about 10 minutes with each mentor, allowing for focused, one-on-one discussions.
Date: January 20, 2024
Time: 7 –9 PM
If you are an interested employer, please write to Les Rothschild at [email protected] to sign up.
JIAS Keeps an updated list of qualified employees looking for work. Contact Dana Fischman ([email protected]) at JIAS to be connected with them.
Here is an example of the kind of clients Dana represents.
Organizational Development & Change Management Professional
With over 15 years of experience, I’ve led HR and change management initiatives, focusing on employee experience, digital transformation, and organizational restructuring. Passionate about fostering growth, I am seeking opportunities in change management, employee experience, or organizational development roles in Canada.
Software Engineer
With 3 years of programming experience and a B.Sc. in Software Engineering, I’ve worked in startups within eCommerce, SaaS, and education. I specialize in both front-end and back-end development, bringing strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt quickly to new projects and environments. I’m seeking a full-time JavaScript developer position
If you want to help Israeli newcomers panim al panim, face to face…
- Write to Kate Wootton [email protected] and add yourself to our list of volunteers!
- Contact Yonit Landskroner to volunteer to distribute donations at the Promenade Mall with the Israeli Newcomer Popup Shop!
Pop-Up Shop to Support Israeli Families
Dear Friends,
Since October 7, 2023, more than 1000 displaced families from Israel have arrived in the GTA, seeking safety and a fresh start. Unfortunately, many of these families have come with very little and are living on tight budgets as they navigate this challenging transition.
To support them, a grassroots initiative, started by a group of caring friends and supported by UJA, has taken shape to help these families settle into life here. To date, we have helped more than 150 families providing them clothing, furniture and household goods. If you have already donated these items, THANK YOU! Your generosity has made a real difference.
We are thrilled to share some exciting news: we’ve secured a temporary location to create a welcoming “pop-up shop,” where these families can access essential items for free. However, we need your help to open the doors and bring this initiative to life.
We are looking for volunteers to help run the shop. This is an incredible opportunity to meet these families, make connections, and be part of a true mitzvah. Your involvement will provide much-needed support to newcomer Israeli families who are starting over in our community.
If you can spare time to volunteer, we would love to have you on the team. Together, we can make a lasting impact.
Thank you for your continued generosity and compassion.
About the Shop: Our pop-up shop provides essential winter gear and clothing for all ages, household goods, and other important items to help families settle into their new lives.
Who We Serve: We support newcomer Israeli families who are building new homes in the GTA and adjusting to the colder climate.
Volunteer Commitment:
- Minimum: 2-4 hours per week
- Duration: December 2, 2024, to March 31, 2025 (excluding winter break)
- Location: Promenade Mall
- Meet with clients during scheduled appointments.
- Sort and organize donations for display in the shop. Job Description: Volunteers will:
Interested? Please contact [email protected] for more information or to sign up.
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Be part of our Winter 5 Drive! (December 11-January 31)
- We are supporting newly arrived families from Israel by collecting essential winter gear.
- Winter coats
- Winter boots and warm socks
- Snow pants
- Gloves/Mittens
- Thermal undergarments and sweaters
- Duvets, blankets, and comforters are also welcome.
- Please drop these items off at the Janis Rotman Tzedakah Centre, directly inside the doors of Holy Blossom Temple- or with our Security Personnel inside if the Tzedakah Centre is full.
Please be advised that due to storage limitations at Holy Blossom, and at the Promenade Mall, we are only accepting Winter 5 Donations at Holy Blossom. All season clothing donations, and other donated goods, should be coordinated with Yonit Landskroner [email protected].
