When the Province of Ontario passed the in 2012, it recognized the important contributions that Jewish Canadians have made to Ontario’s social, economic, political, and cultural fabric.
Since its inception in 2015, the (JHC) aims to do just that. The Committee aims to celebrate Jewish heritage and culture in impactful, innovative, and inspirational ways for students - with the fight against antisemitism and all forms of hate providing the core goal of this work.
The JHC is pleased to present two educational programs for May 2025 that have been vetted and approved by TDSB staff.
This brand-new collection for middle and high school educators contains a 10-minute short film and lesson plans with supporting materials in English and French. It explores what it means to be Jewish today through the voices of youth and their family members.
Students learn how Jewish immigrants throughout Ontario built a sense of community, belonging, and opportunity during the early 20th century, despite facing societal exclusion. Through stories of individual and collective action, this history not only educates youth about a specific heritage, but also highlights a universal connection to the generational efforts that foster positive, lasting legacies for vibrant community life and contributions to all Canadians today.
Please visit the website to access the film and learning resources. Being Jewish in Ontario is a partnership between and the .
This play is written by Canadian playwright Hannah Moscovitch and produced by the Harold Green Theatre Company and Koffler Arts. It casts local Toronto actors, including high school students, and relays the heartfelt and inspirational tale of selfless journey to bring safety to Polish-Jewish orphans within the Warsaw Ghetto. His struggle to advocate for children's rights and shelter his orphans from the horrors of the Holocaust ended with his death in 1942. The Children’s Republic is a powerful and true story of beauty, heroism, and legacy in a world devoid of freedom and even the necessities of life.
The JHC is offering complimentary tickets for TDSB secondary school students. Seating is very limited, so please register as soon as possible. For more information, please contact Shari Schwartz-Maltz at shari.schwartz-maltz@星空传媒.on.ca.
Additional classroom resources have been posted to the , including daily announcements for schools.
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