Jewish Edmonton

Today landmarks across Canada will shine blue for Canadian Jewish Heritage Month. Thank you to @YourAlberta for lighting the Alberta Legislature in recognition of Jewish heritage in our province. Join us in celebrating Jewish pride.

Thank you for the warm welcome and engaging conversation about community safety. We appreciate your support for the CCSP grant that is very timely. Look forward to speaking again!

Final reminder. Matchmaking 2 screens Wednesday, May 13 at 7 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre at Fort Edmonton Park, closing the 30th annual Edmonton Jewish Film Festival. Last chance to be part of EJFF 2026: ow.ly/fV7550YS5xQ

See the short film Beshert (19 min) at #EJFF2026 this Wednesday at 7 p.m., screening with Matchmaking 2 at the Capitol Theatre (Fort Edmonton Park). Tickets: ow.ly/3RO850YXRIE

Tonight’s screening reminder. Among Neighbors shows Tuesday, May 12 at 7 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre at Fort Edmonton Park as part of the 30th annual Edmonton Jewish Film Festival. Tickets and details: ow.ly/Sp6s50YS5j5

A film that invites reflection. Labors of Love screens Sunday, May 10 at 7 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre at Fort Edmonton Park as part of the 30th annual Edmonton Jewish Film Festival, followed by a Q&A with director Abby Ginzberg. Details and tickets: ow.ly/NTi450YS5EF

"The Sabbath and holidays are the primary reason for Jewish endurance and glory." – Judah Halevi

See Bazaar!… The Story that Needs to Be Told this Sunday at #EJFF2026. A moving short documentary about the women behind the Calgary Hadassah Bazaar and the power of volunteerism and community. May 10, 7 p.m. Get tickets: ow.ly/Lw9q50YWAqf

May is Canadian Jewish Heritage Month! We’re celebrating Jewish Canadians and the contributions Jewish Canadians have been making to this country for 250 years. #CanadianJewishHeritageMonth ow.ly/Z8xX30sVzmj

We are deeply troubled by reports of a hate-motivated assault against a Muslim man in St. Albert. When hateful rhetoric is normalized—online or in public—it can lead to real-world harm. Everyone deserves to feel safe. We stand in solidarity against hate in all its forms.

Screening tonight. Soul of a Nation shows Wednesday, May 6 at 7 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre at Fort Edmonton Park, part of the 30th annual Edmonton Jewish Film Festival. A timely film exploring identity and shared destiny. ow.ly/eNyu50YS5rQ

Being counted matters. Census data shapes decisions about funding, services, and community planning. If you receive the long‑form census and identify as Jewish, your response helps ensure Jewish Edmonton is accurately reflected. census.gc.ca

Celebrate Mother’s Day with a free family screening of Shrek. A fun, feel‑good matinee presented with Jewish Family Services as part of #EJFF30. Registration required: ow.ly/pSrS50YS4GO

Tonight, the 30th annual Edmonton Jewish Film Festival begins. Opening Night features Bella—screening tonight at 7 p.m. at the Capitol Theatre at Fort Edmonton Park. Join us as EJFF kicks off a milestone year. ow.ly/Uyhp50YS58G

The Sea streams online May 8–10 as part of the 30th annual Edmonton Jewish Film Festival. A reflective, intimate film exploring memory and connection. Tickets and details: ow.ly/x4hQ50YS51O

Love, Statistically Speaking screens online May 7–8 as part of the 30th annual Edmonton Jewish Film Festival. A thoughtful comedy about family, love, and life’s surprises. Tickets and details: ow.ly/otUu50YS4Rw

Can life be perfectly calculated? Love, Statistically Speaking explores a data-driven man… and what happens when the cracks in the ideal start to show. 📺 Watch online 🎟 Book your screening: ejff2026.eventive.org/welcome

Feeling the excitement building for EJFF after this morning on Global News Morning Edmonton. Thank you to Erin Chalmers for the conversation with Stacey Leavitt-Wright and Bar Lavy. Watch here: ow.ly/z5so50YQKwi

The Druze community in Israel is marking Ziyara Nabi Shuaib’ in the Galilee, an annual pilgrimage honoring the Prophet Jethro, a central figure in Druze faith and tradition. We extend our warm wishes to the Druze community in Israel and across the region. May this sacred gathering be a time of blessing and unity, honoring deep-rooted traditions. Ziyara Maqbula ❤️

A journey of identity and belonging. Nandauri is a moving, deeply human story that stays with you. 📺 Watch online 🎟 Book your viewing: ejff2026.eventive.org/welcome