Community Calendar

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Oct

18 2026

to
Dec

13 2026

 

The schedule is not regular but is established months in advance in light of possible conflicts.

Nov

2 2026

Schmooze & Schmear - A Jewish Men's 65+ Social Group.

10:00AM - 12:00PM  

Jewish Family Services
2255 Carling Avenue
3rd Floor
Ottawa, ON K2B 7Z5

 

This weekly program provides an opportunity for Senior Jewish males to socialize in a casual relaxed atmosphere and g…

Nov

2 2026

Kabbalah and the Hidden Architecture of You

7:30PM - 9:00PM  

Chabad of Wellington West
166 Huron Ave N
Ottawa, ON K1Y 0W4

 

A six-week exploration of Kabbalah’s teachings on reincarnation, soulmates, dreams, and names - and what they reveal…

Nov

3 2026

BBYO Holocaust Education Event

6:30PM - 8:00PM  

 

See bbyo.ca/ottawa for details!

Nov

5 2026

Memories of a Room: Film Screening and Conversation with Dr. Hartley Stern

7:00PM - 9:00PM  

Soloway Jewish Community Centre
21 Nadolny Sachs Pvt.
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9

 

In recognition of Holocaust Education Month, the Jewish Federation of Ottawa's Shoah Committee invites you to a speci…

Nov

6 2026

Young Professionals Shabbat Dinner

4:00PM - 10:00PM  

Congregation Machzikei Hadas
23 Virginia Drive

 

Young Professional Shabbat Dinner at Machzikei Hadas

Join us for a warm and welcoming Shabbat evening with Kabbalat …

Nov

8 2026

Open Doors, "Living Books": A 10th Anniversary Celebration at KBI

1:00PM - 4:00PM  

Kehillat Beth Israel
1400 Coldrey Avenue
Ottawa, ON K1Z 7P9

 

Open Doors, Living Books — Stories That Connect Us

Sunday, November 8 • 1:00 – 4:00 pm

As part of KBI’s 10th Annive…

Nov

8 2026

PJ Library at KBI's 10th Anniversary

1:00PM - 4:00PM  

Kehillat Beth Israel
1400 Coldrey Ave
Ottawa, ON K1Z 7P9

 

Join PJ Library in celebrating KBI's 10th year anniversary celebration, "Open doors, Living Books" we will have a…

Nov

8 2026

BBYO Connect: VR Showdown

2:00PM - 4:00PM  

 

See bbyo.ca/ottawa for details!

Nov

8 2026

Conservative Judaism and Jewish Education

2:00PM - 3:30PM  

On ZOOM

 

What makes each Jewish movement unique—and what can we learn from one another? Adath Shalom Congregation Adult Educat…

Nov

9 2026

Schmooze & Schmear - A Jewish Men's 65+ Social Group.

10:00AM - 12:00PM  

Jewish Family Services
2255 Carling Avenue
3rd Floor
Ottawa, ON K2B 7Z5

 

This weekly program provides an opportunity for Senior Jewish males to socialize in a casual relaxed atmosphere and g…

Nov

9 2026

The Normalization of Antisemitism - 80 years since the Nuremburg Trials

7:00PM - 9:00PM  

TBA and will be shared upon registration

 

This year's keynote speaker is Michal Cotler-Wunsh, the former Special Envoy for Combating Antisemitism, engaging…

Nov

9 2026

Kabbalah and the Hidden Architecture of You

7:30PM - 9:00PM  

Chabad of Wellington West
166 Huron Ave N
Ottawa, ON K1Y 0W4

 

A six-week exploration of Kabbalah’s teachings on reincarnation, soulmates, dreams, and names - and what they reveal…

Nov

10 2026

to
Nov

11 2026

BBYO Chapter Lounge

6:30PM - 8:00PM  

SJCC

 

See bbyo.ca/ottawa for details!

Nov

10 2026

Documentary - No Secret Monuments

7:00PM - 8:30PM  

SJCC
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9

 

Silent statues and the distortion of truth.

In spring 2024, Jewish Edmonton activist Paula Kirman and her creative p…

Nov

11 2026

Let’s Make Pickles!

7:00PM - 9:00PM  

Soloway Jewish Community Centre
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9

 

What goes into a good pickle? A few ingredients, some time, and an understanding of what’s happening in the jar.…

Nov

12 2026

Jewish Seniors' Wellness Fair

9:30AM - 2:00PM  

Kehillat Beth Israel
1400 Coldrey Ave
Ottawa, ON K1Z 7P9

 

We are excited to invite our community to the 2026 Jewish Seniors' Wellness Fair for a day of presentations from serv…

Nov

13 2026

BBYO Fall Convention

8:00AM - 10:00AM  

 

See bbyo.ca/ottawa for details!

Nov

15 2026

Chanukah Gift Fair

10:00AM - 2:30PM  

SJCC

 

annual JCC Chanukah gift fair

Nov

15 2026

Lost, Found, Remembered: Researching Holocaust Victims and Survivors

3:00PM - 5:00PM  

TBA and will be shared upon registration

 

Please join the Centre for Holocaust Education and Scholarship (CHES) for a unique presentation by genealogist Peter…

Nov

15 2026

Movies at KBI, Discussion and Schmooze

7:00PM - 9:00PM  

KBI

Ottawa,

 

A young, aspiring filmmaker returns from Kyiv to his rural village on the border between Ukraine and Poland. He plans…

Nov

16 2026

Schmooze & Schmear - A Jewish Men's 65+ Social Group.

10:00AM - 12:00PM  

Jewish Family Services
2255 Carling Avenue
3rd Floor
Ottawa, ON K2B 7Z5

 

This weekly program provides an opportunity for Senior Jewish males to socialize in a casual relaxed atmosphere and g…

Nov

16 2026

WARREN, WINE & WHISKEY: An Evening with Warren Kinsella

6:15PM - 10:00PM  

Congregation Machzikei Hadas
23 Virginia Drive

 

WARREN, WINE & WHISKEY

An Evening with Warren Kinsella

Join us on November 16th for a special evening featuring War…

Nov

16 2026

Kabbalah and the Hidden Architecture of You

7:30PM - 9:00PM  

Chabad of Wellington West
166 Huron Ave N
Ottawa, ON K1Y 0W4

 

A six-week exploration of Kabbalah’s teachings on reincarnation, soulmates, dreams, and names - and what they reveal…

Nov

17 2026

Babies & Bagels: Hanukkah is coming!

10:30AM - 12:00PM  

Soloway Jewish Community Centre
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON

 

Join PJ's Babies and Bagels while we get ready for Hanukkah by making a fun Hanukkah craft from baby-friendly clay.…

Nov

17 2026

BBYO Chapter Program

6:30PM - 8:00PM  

 

See bbyo.ca/ottawa for details!

Nov

18 2026

to
Jan

13 2027

 

The schedule is not regular but is established months in advance in light of possible conflicts.

Nov

18 2026

 

Date: Wednesday November 18, 2026

Time: 7:00pm

Location: Machzikei Hadas Synagogue

Cost: $10 for Members; $15 for …

Nov

20 2026

Family Shabbat Dinner in Partnership with Temple Israel

5:00PM - 7:30PM  

Soloway Jewish Community Centre
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9

 

For all ages, join us for candle lighting, Shabbat songs, and a delicious dinner catered by Creative Kosher…

Nov

22 2026

Jewish Teen Board Meeting

10:00AM - 1:00PM  

 

See bbyo.ca/ottawa for details!

Nov

23 2026

Schmooze & Schmear - A Jewish Men's 65+ Social Group.

10:00AM - 12:00PM  

Jewish Family Services
2255 Carling Avenue
3rd Floor
Ottawa, ON K2B 7Z5

 

This weekly program provides an opportunity for Senior Jewish males to socialize in a casual relaxed atmosphere and g…

Nov

23 2026

Ride for Life Information Session

7:00PM - 9:00PM  

Soloway Jewish Community Centre
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9

 

Hear from the Executive Director of the Krakow JCC about this incredible experience that takes place in Krakow…

Nov

23 2026

Kabbalah and the Hidden Architecture of You

7:30PM - 9:00PM  

Chabad of Wellington West
166 Huron Ave N
Ottawa, ON K1Y 0W4

 

A six-week exploration of Kabbalah’s teachings on reincarnation, soulmates, dreams, and names - and what they reveal…

Nov

24 2026

BBYO Chapter Lounge

6:30PM - 8:00PM  

 

See bbyo.ca/ottawa for details!

Nov

24 2026

J-Now Launch Panel Dinner

6:30PM - 8:30PM  

Soloway Jewish Community Centre
21 Nadolny Sachs Pvt
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9

 

Join us as we launch J-Now, the Jewish Federation of Ottawa’s home for young adults. Get the chance to hear from esta…

Nov

24 2026

 

🎶 Notes & Nosh: A Women's Pre-Chanukah Sing-Along 🎶
Join Kol Miriam and the JWN for a fun and uplifting evening of si…

Nov

25 2026

The Ottawa Jewish Business Network 2026

7:00PM - 9:30PM  

SJCC
21 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9

 

Join us at the Ottawa Jewish Networking Group, let's build together a community of professionals and entrepreneurs co…

Nov

26 2026

Little lights and big discoveries

4:30PM - 6:00PM  

Jenn Greenberg
31 Nadolny Sachs Private
Ottawa, ON K2G7E4

 

Calling all children entering SK, Grade 1 and Grade 2 in September 2027! Come join us at the Ottawa Jewish…

Nov

26 2026

Escape: The True Story of Morris Schnitzer

7:00PM - 8:00PM  

Soloway Jewish Community Centre
21 Nadolny Sachs Pvt.
Ottawa, ON K2A 1R9

 

Hosted by the Shoah Committee of the Jewish Federation of Ottawa

Nov

27 2026

 

Israeli Unity Shabbat Dinner at Machzikei Hadas

Everyone is welcome.

Join us for a special Shabbat bringing the taste, …

Nov

27 2026

Freylekh Friday

5:30PM - 9:00PM  

Or Haneshamah Ottawa's Reconstructionist Community
30 Cleary Ave.
Ottawa, ON K2A 4A1

 

Freylekh Fridays is a monthly, multigenerational Shabbat evening, complete with a family-friendly Teddy Bear Shabbat,…

Nov

27 2026

Teddy Bear Shabbat

5:30PM - 6:30PM  

Or Haneshamah Ottawa's Reconstructionist Community
30 Cleary Ave.
Ottawa, ON K2A 4A1

 

Welcome Shabbat with Rabbi Zuker in this family-friendly event. Sing Shabbat songs and enjoy snacks and cupcakes

This …

Nov

29 2026

Craft&Schmooze

2:00PM - 4:00PM  

Or Haneshamah Ottawa's Reconstructionist Commumity
30 Cleary Ave.
Ottawa, ON K2A 4A1

 

Do you knit, macrame, sew, embroider, crochet, weave, or practice another crafting hobby? Come along, schmooze, and c…

Nov

30 2026

Schmooze & Schmear - A Jewish Men's 65+ Social Group.

10:00AM - 12:00PM  

Jewish Family Services
2255 Carling Avenue
3rd Floor
Ottawa, ON K2B 7Z5

 

This weekly program provides an opportunity for Senior Jewish males to socialize in a casual relaxed atmosphere and g…