Ezra S. Shanken

Building #Community In #BC. #CEO of #Jewish Federation of Greater #Vancouver (@jewishvancouver), #Changemaker, Husband & #Dad of three.All Tweets own

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

A pleasure to bring words of greeting & gratitude to a wonderful @JewishVancouver #ApresSki gathering in #Whistler #BC. Annually we bring together part time and full time #Jewish residents to celebrate the impact we make together. This year we have a lot to be proud of.

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

#Truth - thank you @LevittMichael.

[Michael Levitt 🇨🇦🎗️ @LevittMichael]

When Jews in Canada ask our leaders to take action to keep our community safe, we’re not asking for a favour or an act of generosity or kindness. We’re asking for them to do their jobs and uphold their moral and legal obligations, that all Canadians should expect. Nothing less will do.

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

#RealPeaceNow - we need this now more than ever.

[Jewish Federation of Greater Vancouver @JewishVancouver]

REAL PEACE CEASES MORE THAN FIRE. IT CEASES HATE.
Beyond the cessation of hostilities, true peace extinguishes the flames of hatred, fostering reconciliation and understanding among all. Real peace does not teach hate, it practices kindness. #RealPeaceNow https://t.co/x0c1QTQ0Y1

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

What a night at the @JCCVancouver Rothstein Theater for @vttschool production of #Seussical. I am blown away by the talent of the students & proud of our communities commitment to the arts.

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

Thank you @DeborahLyonsSE for the important reminder. This is why #Holocaust education & education on modern #Antisemitism like that done @theVHEC is so critical.

[Deborah Lyons @DeborahLyonsSE]

According to a new national poll, young Canadians are more likely than the rest of the population to believe that the Holocaust was exaggerated, and these skeptics are more likely to hold a negative view of Jews and a favourable view of Hamas. There can be no doubt that teaching the history of the Holocaust can affect how young Canadians think about the present. This is why we are working diligently with Holocaust educators and Ministers of Education across the country. I thank those territories and provinces who have committed to mandatory Holocaust education and continue to encourage those that haven't to do the same.

https://t.co/98NsMaLgik
Selon un nouveau sondage national, les jeunes Canadiens sont plus susceptibles que le reste de la population de croire que l'Holocauste a été exagéré, et ces sceptiques sont plus susceptibles d'avoir une opinion négative des Juifs et une opinion favorable du Hamas. Il ne fait aucun doute que l'enseignement de l'histoire de l'Holocauste peut influencer la façon dont les jeunes Canadiens pensent au présent. C'est pourquoi nous travaillons avec diligence avec les éducateurs spécialisés dans l'Holocauste et les ministres de l'éducation de tout le pays. Je remercie les territoires et les provinces qui se sont engagés à rendre l'enseignement de l'Holocauste obligatoire et je continue d'encourager ceux qui ne l'ont pas encore fait à faire de même.

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

#MustListen - @michaelasachs @JNFca

[Ryan Painter @ryanlpainter]

🚨NEW PODCAST EPISODE🚨

I sat down with @JNFca
Pacific Region Executive Director @michaelasachs to discuss the legacy of JNF, their campaigns, the history of the Kibbutz, and the rise of antisemitism.
https://t.co/jqxJAfGP5A

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

Memories of the amazing @JoeLieberman. Was lucky enough to meet him early in my Federation career @JEWISHco. A great example of service for all. May his memory be a blessing.

[JTA | Jewish news @JTAnews]

Joseph Lieberman, centrist senator and first Jew on a major presidential ticket, dies at 82 https://t.co/c0F8rdpyrm

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

#Powerful #cdnpoli

[Anthony Housefather @AHousefather]

My latest oped for the @nationalpost that explains why I am a Zionist.

https://t.co/NYndh4CkWa

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

We need this in #Vancouver. Its time! Let’s make it happen. #vanpoli

[CIJA @CIJAinfo]

Whether at a house of worship, a community centre, or a school, people should never have to walk through hateful demonstrations simply to participate in community life.
#topoli
https://t.co/G8lLbrysNs

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

Wow! Excited for the first Wexner Heritage Group back in #Vancouver in over 20 years. Wexner is another tool @JewishVancouver supports to help guide the #Jewish leaders of tomorrow & today. This is how we build strong communities. #MazelTov

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

Our history informs our future. Always good to talk #BC #Jewish history with Elana from @JMA_BC. The Jewish Museum & Archives preserve the stories of countless families,individuals & organizations that made our community what it is today. I am proud that @JewishVancouver partners

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

1000% agree. Way to go @michaelasachs! You are a star

[Michael A. Sachs @michaelasachs]

Arrived to my office this morning to a note slipped under by an anonymous child in the #community

To that child and our entire #Jewish community, your community professionals are all working hard for you and we promise to keep working 💪

#appreciation #weworkforyou

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

These are the challenges my @jfederations colleagues are facing in a more challenged North American Jewish environment. #EnoughIsEnough https://t.co/bsWOv9WwOU

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

The #SederInterrupted has made it to @JewishVancouver. As we exit #Purim & approach #Passover we have the opportunity to add this post #October7 supplemental by @rabbicreditor from @UJAfedNY to our #Seder tools to help us discuss our new reality. https://t.co/euHgmnXpDo

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

#Purim party with 100 #Ladner & #Delta #BC #Jewish community members. Wow! What an awesome community building event through @JewishVancouver #ConnectMeIn. This is what engagment is all about. So glad I could stop by & thank our amazing team members & volunteers. #ChagSameach

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

Bringing some #Purim joy & goodies to the staff & residents @LouisBrierFDN. The Louis Brier Home and Hospital is the only Kosher Senior Home in #BC. The residents are community treasures & we love them. #ChagSameach

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

#Purim party @JCCVancouver. As challenges for the #BC #Jewish community persist we persist in bringing our community together to celebrate our strength. Now more than ever we are loud & proud Jews. #ChagSameach!!!

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

Such Talent! Love Love Love the @Bethisraelvan #Purim #Shpiel5784. This annual production put together by my friend & past @JewishVancouver president @DrJBerkowitz always makes me smile & pinch myself that we have such a talented #Vancouver #Jewish community members. https://t.co/X3L3iUyIkJ

[Jewish Federation of Greater Vancouver @JewishVancouver]

Harnessing the Power of Purim: Advocacy, Allyship, and Confronting Antisemitism in this week's Shabbat message. Shabbat shalom and chag Purim sameach: https://t.co/ANl6zKGgyh (📷PJ Library)

[Ezra S. Shanken @eshanken]

#Truth - Am I concerned…Yes…Am I ready to fight..100%! The endorsement by government at all levels of extremists in Canada has created a serious situation that requires a strong collective response. Thank you @globeandmail. #cdnpoli #bcpoli

[The Globe and Mail @globeandmail]

Globe editorial: Canada’s dangerous slide into antisemitism https://t.co/z18BclXOMN