Jewish Federation of Greater Vancouver eYachad newsletter

May 4, 2011 l 30 Nissan, 5771

PROUDLY CHECK OFF "JEWISH" AND ENSURE OUR COMMUNITY'S VOICE IS HEARD

Between May 4th and 9th, every household in Canada will receive a census package. This mail-out will include a link and access code for filling out the “short form” on line. One third of households will also be asked to fill out the National Household Survey.

We urge every household in our community to complete the census. For those who also receive the National Household Survey, we ask you to proudly check off “Jewish” in the religion or ethnicity box. By doing so - and by spreading the word - you will ensure that we have enough Jewish people responding to be able get the information we need and to have our voices heard. MORE


	ISRAEL AND OVERSEAS AFFAIRS MISSION TO ISRAEL Jewish Federation’s Israel and Overseas Affairs department plays an important role in strengthening the connection of our local community to Jewish communities in Israel and around the world. The Israel and Overseas Affairs Committee (IOAC) works closely with the department to support these efforts. Part of their role involves making informed allocation recommendations for Annual Campaign funds. To this end, a group of volunteer leadership deeply involved with this committee will be travelling to Israel next week on a Federation mission. MORE

	A CELEBRATION OF ISRAELI DANCE AND CULTURE On May 22nd and 23rd the eighth annual JCCGV Festival Ha’Rikud, Vancouver’s youth Israeli folk dance festival, will take place at the JCCGV. The goal of this weekend is to celebrate, educate and foster a sense of pride for Israeli culture, achievements and diversity through song and dance. MORE

	WOMEN COME TOGETHER TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE There is an extraordinary movement in Women’s Philanthropy. It’s called the Lion of Judah. And it’s roaring. Founded in 1972, the Lion of Judah has firmly established itself as a symbol of commitment to the global Jewish community. This group of women philanthropists commit to minimum gifts of $5,000 in their own name to their local Federation Annual Campaign. MORE

CALENDAR OF EVENTS

Louis Brier Auxilary's Mother's Day Tea May 5 | 2:00 p.m. | For more information vsprinkling@louisbrier.com

Forgotten Transports to Poland May 8 | 10:00 a.m. | For more information info@doxafestival.ca

Word Whip May 8 | 4:00 p.m. | For more information reisa@jccgv.bc.ca

Yom HaZikaron Ceremony May 8 | 7:30 p.m. | For more information sgoldberg@jewishvancouver.com

Forgotten Transports to Latvia May 9 |4:00 p.m. For more information info@doxafestival.ca

Yom Ha'atzmaut Celebration May 9 | 7:30 p.m. | For more information sgolberg@jewishvancouver.com

Forgotten Transports to Estonia May 10 | 7:00 p.m. | For more information info@doxafestival.ca

Forgotten Transports to Belarus May 11 | 7:30 p.m. | For more information info@doxafestival.ca

Jewish Film Night in Richmond May 11 | 6 :30 p.m. | For more information kehila@uniserve.net

Ahead of Time May 12 | 7:00 p.m. | For more information info@doxafestival.ca

It's All About Love May 12 | 7:00 p.m. | For more information reisa@jccgv.bc.ca

VTT Art Showcase & Auction May 18 | 6:00 p.m. | For more information tabraham@talmudtorah.com

Israeli Politics: Hawks vs Doves May 19 | 7:30 p.m. | For more information vanc@cfhu.org

Above are selected items from the Community Calendar.
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FEDERATION FEATURES

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Do you know someone in need of financial help? The Hebrew Free Loan Association offers interest free loans up to $5,000 and emergency loans up to $750 to members of the Jewish community to help deal with family emergencies, start a new career, pursue education, settle new immigrants, deal with business failure, or generally make ends meet. Apply for yourself or tell someone you know. Please contact us 604.639.1400 or online.

The L’Chaim Adult Day Centre has space available for the beloved fragile older adult in your life.
L’Chaim provides a warm, supportive and stimulating day program and respite for caregivers. For more information, please call Annica Carlsson Hyman at 604.257.5111, local 400 or email.

The JCCGV's Bagel Club runs a weekly community kitchen program open to all adults with special needs, Mondays from 5-7:00 p.m. in the program kitchen at the JCCGV. For more information please contact Anat Toledano at 604.257.5111 ext.710 or email.

Do you have a room to rent or a secondary suite available?
Jewish Family Service Agency has regular requests from clients for both short and long-term housing in the community. If you have a home to share or suite available, please call our housing coordinator at 604.257.5151.

Want to meet new people? Learn new skills? Feel part of the community?
Shalom BC Volunteer Centre has many opportunities listed on their website from one-time events to regular commitments, updated every Friday. Please check the website or call 604.257.5181.

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