Upcoming Events

Join us for a relaxing and enjoyable bike ride around the beautiful UBC area with ‘Vancouver Cycling Without Age’.

Enjoy fresh air, lovely scenery, and great company while friendly volunteers do the pedaling from the comfort of a special trishaw bike.

Ride Dates: June 24, July 15 & 29, August 12 & 26

Time: 10am-1pm

Pick Up Location: Knox United Church, 5590 Balaclava St.

To register: Call Mandana at 604-637-3310 or mtehrani@jfsvancouver.ca.

Join our JFS Parents Club for a free monthly webinar series for parents and caregivers, led by a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC). Each 90-minute session pairs a one-hour facilitated session with 30 minutes of open Q&A, covering the topics parents ask about most: from school transitions and anxiety to family change, neurodivergence, and newcomer support.

Register now.

Struggling with addiction or questioning your relationship with substances? Already in recovery but feeling spiritually disconnected?

Join JACS’ Jewish Addiction Circle (JAC) for a safe, confidential, and judgement-free space to share your story and connect with others. JAC offers more than support—it’s a caring community that taps into Judaism’s spiritual resources for healing and transformation.

All are welcome and new participants are screened to ensure a secure, supportive environment. If you’re seeking a Jewish-informed space to discuss addiction and recovery, JAC is here for you. Join us bi-weekly on Mondays from 7:00-8:30pm.

To register, contact us at 604-416-4164 or info@jacsvancouver.com.

Do you have a loved one facing addiction? You’re not alone—and there is hope.

Join a supportive community for Jewish individuals and allies navigating the pain and complexity of loving someone in active addiction, rooted in compassion and community.

To ensure a safe environment for all participants, newcomers are screened before joining. If you’re looking for a respectful, spiritually-grounded space to heal and grow, we would love to have you.

There is a solution. Be part of it. Join us bi-weekly on Tuesday evenings from 7-8:30pm.

To register, contact us at 604-416-4164 or info@jacsvancouver.com.

Join us for a seasonal outdoor gathering series in the beautiful Vancouver Jewish Community Garden.

Dates: June 16, July 21, August 18, September 25

Time: 10:30 AM -12:30 PM

Location: Vancouver Jewish Community Garden, Congregation Beth Israel, 989 West 28th Ave.

Each session will include:

• A light lunch
• A guided seasonal garden activity (harvesting flowers, herbs, or vegetables)
• A short navigation session with helpful information and support resources

Entry Fee: $10

To Register, please call Mandana at 604-637-3310 or email mtehrani@jfsvancouver.ca.

Let’s share Shabbat together!

Seniors Sharing Shabbat is a once a month Shabbat meal delivery program generously supported by Herb and Barbara Silber. The vegetarian/parve meal comes with a delicious dessert and a “Shabbat bag” with candles, grape juice, and challah buns to make it easier for you to celebrate at home.

Registration is currently open, with limited availability.

If you are interested in participating or have any questions about the program, please contact Tamar Stein, Seniors Community Outreach Coordinator at 604-558-5709 or seniorsoutreach@jfsvancouver.ca.

Please note, to be eligible for this program, participants cannot be registered in another Shabbat meal program, must be age 55+, and must live in our delivery area or be able to pick the meal up from The Kitchen.

Join us for a relaxing and enjoyable bike ride around the beautiful UBC area with ‘Vancouver Cycling Without Age’.

Enjoy fresh air, lovely scenery, and great company while friendly volunteers do the pedaling from the comfort of a special trishaw bike.

Ride Dates: June 24, July 15 & 29, August 12 & 26

Time: 10am-1pm

Pick Up Location: Knox United Church, 5590 Balaclava St.

To register: Call Mandana at 604-637-3310 or mtehrani@jfsvancouver.ca.

Struggling with addiction or questioning your relationship with substances? Already in recovery but feeling spiritually disconnected?

Join JACS’ Jewish Addiction Circle (JAC) for a safe, confidential, and judgement-free space to share your story and connect with others. JAC offers more than support—it’s a caring community that taps into Judaism’s spiritual resources for healing and transformation.

All are welcome and new participants are screened to ensure a secure, supportive environment. If you’re seeking a Jewish-informed space to discuss addiction and recovery, JAC is here for you. Join us bi-weekly on Mondays from 7:00-8:30pm.

To register, contact us at 604-416-4164 or info@jacsvancouver.com.

Join us for a welcoming Shabbat dinner with the JACS Vancouver community. We’ll share a relaxed meal, song, and conversation in a space where addiction and mental health challenges can be spoken about openly and without judgment. ✨

Your presence helps break the silence in our community and offers strength to others walking a similar path. All are welcome—individuals, families, and supporters—whether you’re seeking connection, learning, or quiet companionship around the table.

Dinner will be followed 8pm by Temple Sholom’s Shabbat Evening Service, followed by dessert.

Do you have a loved one facing addiction? You’re not alone—and there is hope.

Join a supportive community for Jewish individuals and allies navigating the pain and complexity of loving someone in active addiction, rooted in compassion and community.

To ensure a safe environment for all participants, newcomers are screened before joining. If you’re looking for a respectful, spiritually-grounded space to heal and grow, we would love to have you.

There is a solution. Be part of it. Join us bi-weekly on Tuesday evenings from 7-8:30pm.

To register, contact us at 604-416-4164 or info@jacsvancouver.com.

Join us for a relaxing and enjoyable bike ride around the beautiful UBC area with ‘Vancouver Cycling Without Age’.

Enjoy fresh air, lovely scenery, and great company while friendly volunteers do the pedaling from the comfort of a special trishaw bike.

Ride Dates: June 24, July 15 & 29, August 12 & 26

Time: 10am-1pm

Pick Up Location: Knox United Church, 5590 Balaclava St.

To register: Call Mandana at 604-637-3310 or mtehrani@jfsvancouver.ca.

Struggling with addiction or questioning your relationship with substances? Already in recovery but feeling spiritually disconnected?

Join JACS’ Jewish Addiction Circle (JAC) for a safe, confidential, and judgement-free space to share your story and connect with others. JAC offers more than support—it’s a caring community that taps into Judaism’s spiritual resources for healing and transformation.

All are welcome and new participants are screened to ensure a secure, supportive environment. If you’re seeking a Jewish-informed space to discuss addiction and recovery, JAC is here for you. Join us bi-weekly on Mondays from 7:00-8:30pm.

To register, contact us at 604-416-4164 or info@jacsvancouver.com.