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The JRCC West Thornhill centre is a vibrant place, where Jewish people from the Former Soviet Union and their families; beginners and advanced, thinkers and doers, young and old, come together as one to study, to pray, to rejoice, to grow and connect.

We are here for each and every single member of our community. Whether you need someone to talk to, need help, or just in general to know that you are not alone —please don’t hesitate to reach out and connect.
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  • 10 Fundamental Jewish Texts That Aren’t Famous EnoughIn honor of Shavuot, the festival of the Giving of the Torah, we present this list. Read More
  • Why Tikkun Over Deep Learning?Why is it that we read the Tikkun rather than delve deeper into Torah study? Read More
  • What Is Special About the Eve of Shavuot?From everything that happened the day prior to the Giving of the Torah, the Talmud singles out one d... Read More
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Candle Lighting Times
Thornhill, ON
Light Holiday Candles at
8:25 PM  -  Thursday, May 21
Light Shabbat / Holiday Candles at
8:26 PM  -  Friday, May 22
Shabbat / Holiday Ends
9:37 PM  -  Shabbat, May 23
Weekly Torah Portion
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Upcoming Holiday
Shavuot
May 21 - May 23
Daily Thought
Torah Unites
We Jews are a diverse people. We speak many languages. We live in every part of the world. We have different cultures, foods, political views. But when a Jew’s mind is absorbed within Torah, it is the same Torah within which another Jew is absorbed. And another Jew. And yet another. We discuss and debate and share and challenge and discuss...
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