A Ripple Effect
5th Annual Rabbi Bulka Chanukah Toy Drive
Now until December 10
10 am - 8 pm
Bring joy and love to children affected by loss, illness, disability or trauma. Drop off a brand new toy at any of our toy drive locations: Soloway JCC: 21 Nadolny Sachs Private, Loblaws College Square: 1980 Baseline Road, Ottawa Jewish Community School: 31 Nadolny Sachs Private, Machzikei Hadas: 2310 Virginia Drive, Torah Day School: 1119 Lazard Street
To donate online visit: arippleeffect.ca/toydrive
Contact Rabbi Chaim Mendelsohn at rabbi@sympatico.ca

Temple Israel
Chanukah Family Fun
December 1
5:30 - 6 pm
Winter’s arrival means Chanukah is almost here. Let’s get prepared with song, stories and love focused on our Festival of Lights. Our youngest of friends (ages 2-8) will parade around like brave Maccabees, explore the concept of miracles, and of course we’ll save room for yummy treats fried in oil. Pizza dinner to follow.
Please register

TAMIR
ChanukOttawa
December 7
4:30 - 8:30 pm
Join us on the first night of Hanukkah with your community! Join us in spreading joy and light this Chanukah season! Get in on the fun and join us for an afternoon filled with music and exciting activities! 
Register here
Contact Francesca Davila at fdavila@tamir.ca
Kehillat Beth Israel, 1400 Coldrey Ave.

Kehillat Beth Israel
Pyjama Shabbat
December 8
5:15 - 6:15 pm
Interactive and family-friendly Shabbat service with a special Hanukkah theme followed by dinner.
Contact: sasha@kehillatbethisrael.com
1400 Coldrey Ave.
Register here

Temple Israel
Grand Chanukah Celebration
December 9
5:30 - 7 pm
Hooray for Chanukah! Let’s gather together as an extended family for our 8 day Festival of Lights. We welcome special guest Mayor Mark Sutcliffe while our TIRS students have prepared a medley of Chanukah music for the occasion. Bring dinner to share, we’ll provide the latkes. 
1301 Prince of Wales Dr.
Please register

Jewish Federation of Ottawa
2023 Young Adults Chanukah Ball!
December 9
7:30 - 9:30 pm
Join our co-chairs Anna Frenkel, Taylor Hittner, Benjamin Sas and Tomer Ruderman for an exclusive event filled with amazing experiences for young adults: all-evening live DJ, incredible food, unlimited open bar, 3 casino tables, magnet photobooth, gourmet delights and more!
Early bird (ends on Nov 29): $36 instead of $46
Couple Price (ends on Nov 29): $62 instead of $92
(Regular prices in effect on Nov. 30)
Capital J & BGS donors: FREE
Contact Michael Reznick at mreznik@jewishottawa.com
Kehillat Beth Israel, 1400 Coldrey Ave.
Register here
 

Chabad of Centrepointe
Chanukah with Israeli Heroes
December 9
6:30 - 8:30 pm
Menorah lighting by the Lapidot family, crafts for Israel including cards, jewelry and packages for soldiers and victims, Chanukah music, face painting, magician and a quiet sensory area.
Bring a small toy to be delivered to children in Israel.
Israeli-Canadian Citizen, Tiferet Lapidot hy”d, was tragically killed on Oct 7 by hamas terrorists. Her beloved parents: Ohad and Sarit, and 6 siblings: Reshit (24), Ateret (20), David Ori (17), Shilo (14), Itzhak (12) & Yair (9) are joining the Ottawa community to celebrate Chanukah. Register here
Ben Franklin Place, 101 Centrepointe Dr
Contact Rabbi Chaim Mendelsohn at rabbi@sympatico.ca

PJ Library
Beyond the Books Chanukah Party
December 10
10 - noon
Chanukah is all about stories and storytelling! Come explore some of our favourite Chanukah stories through art, activities and games. Featuring a very special show by Rag and Bones Puppet Theatre. Chanukah lighting and treats. Cost: $15
Soloway JCC, 21 Nadolny Sachs Pvt.
Partners: SJCC and Ganon
Register here
 

Jewish Wellington West
Grand Menorah Lighting at the Parkdale Park
December 10
4 - 5 pm
Join a city-wide annual Menorah Lighting on the fourth night of Chanukah! Hear words of inspiration and support of Israel from City dignitaries, watch a giant 9ft Menorah light up, enjoy entertainment, free Chanukah packages and much more! Experience a strong sense of Jewish community and pride as we battle evil and darkness together with light and acts of goodness and kindness! http://Jewishww.com
Parkdale Park, 366 Parkdale Ave.
Contact Rabbi Moshe Caytak at jewishwellingtonwest@gmail.com
 

Kehillat Beth Israel 
Hannukah Magic Show
December 10
3:30 - 6 pm
Come one, come all for an exciting evening of Hannukah fun at KBI with a professional magic show followed by some delicious Hannukah treats.
Free for all KBI and OTT members • $5 per person for non members
Register here

A Ripple Effect
Chanukah of Solidarity & Inspiration
December 10
1 - 3 pm
Teens and young adults (ages 14-24) are invited for a day filled with fun baking, and meaningful heartfelt conversations as we give comfort to those who have been directly affected by the atrocities of Oct. 7 and gain inspiration from them. Israeli-Canadian citizen, Tiferet Lapidot, was tragically killed on October 7 by the evil Hamas. Her beloved parents, Ohad and Sarit, 6 siblings, and relatives are joining the Ottawa community to celebrate Chanukah.
Mrs. Sarit Lapidot and four of her children, Reishit (24), Ateret (20), David Ori (17), & Shilo (14) will teach us how to make her delicious Moroccan Sufganiyot. Bring a small toy/gift to be delivered to children in Israel.
Register here
Sir Guy Carleton Secondary School, 55 Centrepointe Dr.
Contact Rabbi Chaim Mendelsohn at rabbi@sympatico.ca

Tamir
Chanukah 2023 Let’s Share the Light!
December 10
2 - 5 pm
Don't miss out on the festivities. Come and share the light with your community!
Register here
Contact Francesca Davila at fdavila@tamir.ca
Kehillat Beth Israel 
1400 Coldrey Avenue

Temple Israel 
Outdoor Lighting of the Chanu-ski-ah
December 11
4:30 - 5:30 pm
Let’s bundle up and join together in the parking lot for an outdoor lighting of our precious Menorah made of SKIS. We’ll light the candles, sing our favourite tunes, and have a pre-dinner snack of hot chocolate and soufganiot.
1301 Prince of Wales Dr
Please register

Ottawa Torah Centre and Federation
Illuminate the Night: A menorah lighting at the Canadian Tire Centre
December 12
7 - 10 pm
Federation and OTC invite you to celebrate Channukah with the Sens!
With tickets starting at just $27, it's a perfect evening to spend watching a Sens game with family and friends.
Menorah lighting and traditional snacks at Gate 1 during second intermission.
For discounted tickets visit

Kehillat Beth Israel
USY Hockey Night at the Sens
December 12
6 pm - Depart KBI for the game
10:30 pm - Bus back to KBI
$30 fee includes ticket and round trip bus transportation.
We will be joining the Jewish Federation of Ottawa and OTC hanukkiah lighting during halftime!
Register here

Menorah Lighting on Parliament Hill in Solidarity with Israel
December 12
5 - 7 pm
Join us in displaying your Jewish pride for Israel on Parliament Hill featuring a giant Menorah lighting with community leaders and dignitaries, doughnuts, latkes, lively music & more!
Chabad of Centerpointe & Rohr Chabad Student Network with Machzikei Hadas, Beit Tikvah, Chabad Lubavitch of Ottawa, Ottawa Torah Centre and Young Israel of Ottawa
Parliament Hill across from the Centennial Flame
Contact Rabbi Chaim Mendelsohn
rabbi@sympatico.ca

CJX (Glebe Shul)
Chanukah Party
December 14
7:30 pm 
Young Professionals are invited to join the CJX and JET teams for a Chanukah party!
Brass Monkey, 250 Greenbank Rd., Nepean
Contact Steven Gotlib: sgotlib@jetottawa.ca

Chabad of Wellington West and the Jewish Youth Library of Ottawa
Chanukah Community Celebration!
December 14
5:30 - 8 pm
Enjoy a buffet dinner, live music, a great magic show, face painting, a Menorah lighting, and much more! Celebrate our community and the Holiday in a beautiful way! Tickets $18 here
Hintonburg Community Centre
1064 Wellington St. W.
Contact Rabbi Moshe Caytak at jewishwellingtonwest@gmail.com
http://JewishWW.com

Kehillat Beth Israel
Hanukkah Concert with Floralove Katz and Cantor Green, and friends
December 14
6 - 8:30 pm
Celebrate Hanukkah with us! Join us for an evening minyan at 6:00 pm, followed by tasty latkes and drinks at 6:30 pm in the Foyer. Then, from 7:00 to 8:30 pm, enjoy a festive concert in the Sanctuary. We'll have Hanukkah songs, candle-lighting, music from Israel, and favourites from the stage and screen. Don't miss this joyous celebration!
$36 – Adults / $18 - Students/Seniors
Register here