French Connexion - Club de lecture
2025-12-10 19:30 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 450 Avenue Kensington, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada
Chaque mois quelques passionnés de lecture se retrouvent pour discuter de livres proposés ainsi que leurs dernières trouvailles.Il ne faut pas lire tous les livres, ni venir à tous les rendez-vous.La rencontre a lieu en mode hybride, ceux qui le souhaitent se retrouvent dans une salle au Shaar et les autres se connectent sur zoom.Avis aux amateurs!

Shacharit
2025-12-11 07:30 - 08:30, 2025-12-12 07:30 - 08:30, 2025-12-13 08:45 - 12:00, 2025-12-14 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-12-15 07:15 - 08:15, 2025-12-16 07:15 - 08:15, 2025-12-17 07:15 - 08:15, 2025-12-18 07:15 - 08:15

Lev Coeur - Cooking for Auberge Shalom
2025-12-11 07:30 - 09:00
Be part of a meaningful mitzvah opportunity that nourishes both body and soul as we prepare wholesome, delicious, and Kosher meals for Auberge Shalom, a vital organization supporting women and children affected by intimate partner abuse.

This is a powerful way to give back — and a beautiful expression of our community values in action.

Even if you can spare just an hour after school drop-off or morning minyan, your presence makes a real difference.

Mincha/Ma'ariv
2025-12-11 16:00 - 16:30, 2025-12-13 16:00 - 16:30, 2025-12-14 16:00 - 16:30, 2025-12-15 16:00 - 16:30, 2025-12-16 16:00 - 16:30, 2025-12-17 16:00 - 16:30, 2025-12-18 16:00 - 16:30

Parashat Hashavua
2025-12-11 19:30 - 21:00 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 450 Avenue Kensington, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada
Taught by Rabbi Ellis
Come together for a thoughtful and dynamic exploration of the weekly Torah portion. Each session offers fresh insights and contemporary perspectives, uncovering the modern relevance and timeless wisdom woven into our holiest text, the Torah.
Free and open to all

Candles
2025-12-12 15:53

Mincha/Kabbalat Shabbat
2025-12-12 16:00 - 16:30

Havdalah
2025-12-13 17:02

Sundays at the Shaar
2025-12-14 12:00 - 13:30 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 450 Avenue Kensington, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada
Featuring Lisa Rubin
Behind the Scenes at the Segal Centre
Lisa Rubin, Artistic & Executive Director of the Segal Centre, will share reflections on her 10+ years of leadership, the ways live theatre has evolved since Covid and October 7, how she curates and selects productions, and offer a special behind-the-scenes look at the Segal Centre.

Chanukah Pajama Party
2025-12-14 16:30 - 18:30 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 450 Avenue Kensington, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada
$15 per person ($10 for members and YYF Pass holders);
$54 per household ($36 for members and YYF Pass holders)
Come dressed in your favorite PJs and have breakfast for supper as we light the first candle of the Festival of Lights together.

Chanukah Day 1
2025-12-15

Kings, Princes, and Prophets
2025-12-15 19:00 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 450 Avenue Kensington, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada
Taught by Yosi Even-Hen
Step into the world of ancient Israel and witness the remarkable journey of David — from a humble shepherd to the anointed King — as told in the Book of Samuel.

Chanukah Day 2
2025-12-16

Chanukah Celebration and Concert at the Shaar
2025-12-16 19:00 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 450 Avenue Kensington, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada
Featuring Shul Sisters, a dynamic cantorial trio, Cantor Gideon Zelermyer, the Shaar Choir, and Youth Choir.Enjoy a joyful evening of music, community, and Chanukah spirit!Latkes and sufganiyot will be served!
$25 for adults | $15 for youth (16 and under)Seating: General AdmissionMade possible by The Leo & Roni Kolber Music Programming Fund

Chanukah Day 3
2025-12-17

8 Days of Chanukah in Action
2025-12-17 16:00 - 17:00 | Congregation Shaar Hashomayim, 450 Avenue Kensington, Westmount, Quebec, H3Y 3A2, Canada
Eight Days. Endless Light. One Community of Giving.
Join us as we turn the spirit of Chanukah into action — eight days and nights of volunteering, compassion, and connection.Be the light. Get involved. Sponsored in loving memory of Natalie and Harold Brownstein.

Zera CaféWith Cantor Gideon Zelemyer Wednesday, December 3 — 10:00 AM –12:30 PM (5 people maximum)Be part of a meaningful morning at Zera Café, preparing delicious homemade meals with the staff from Zera Café.
MADA – With Bar/Bat Mitzvah FamiliesWith Rabbi Adam Scheier and Rabbi Yehoshua Ellis Thursday, December 4 — 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM An interactive volunteer experience at MADA Centre preparing boxes to be delivered for Shabbat.
Avalanche Kidz HockeyWith Ritual Director Yosi Even-Hen Sunday, December 7 — 10:00 AM –12:00 PM Hit the ice with Avalanche Kidz hockey, an organization that provides neurodivergent kids a safe and inclusive space where they can build confidence, improve social skills, and enjoy the game of hockey.
Friendship CircleWith Rabbi Yoshua Ellis Sunday, December 7 — 1:30 PM – 3:30 PM (40 kids maximum, ages 4-11) Participate in a delicious and engaging chocolate-making workshop, followed by an inclusive art activity and playtime in the Friendship Circle’s jungle gym.
Kerry’s KitchenWith Rabbi Adam Scheier Tuesday, December 9 — 6:30 PM – 8:30 PM Prepare meals for cancer patients and their families in the Shaar kitchen. Kerry’s Kitchen is an initiative of En Famille, a Hope & Cope program of the Jewish General Hospital.
JEM WorkshopWith Rabbi Adam Scheier and Ritual Director Yosi Even-Hen Wednesday, December 10 — 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM (20 people maximum) Join Rabbi Adam Scheier and Ritual Director Yosi Even-Hen for a hands-on volunteer experience with the JEM Workshop, an organization dedicated to providing adapted and meaningful employment to individuals with diverse abilities.
Place Kensington with Netivot StudentsWith Rabbi Yehoshua Ellis Wednesday, December 17 — 4:00 PM – 5:00 PMRabbiYehoshua Ellis joins our Netivot students for a heartwarming performance of Chanukah songs for the residents of Place Kensington.
BBQ for Soldiers in IsraelWednesday, December 24 — Details TBA For those in our community who will be in Israel, this is an opportunity to show gratitude to the brave men and women of the IDF.

Chanukah Day 4
2025-12-18
