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Sunday 10:00am
Family Pesach Festival Service
Join us as we welcome the festival of freedom with a worship service geared to all ages.
Sunday 6:15pm
Solel Community Seder
Solel’s Second Seder – Share Passover with the Whole Community!
Passover is one of the most widely celebrated Jewish holidays, commemorating the story of the Hebrew slaves’ release from bondage. Join us on the second night of Passover when we gather as a community to tell the story of our exodus from Egypt, a celebration of freedom, not just for the Jewish people, but for everyone.
Share our symbolic ritual foods, prayer and of course, eat! Bring your own wine (kosher for Passover only please) and CCAR Haggadahs, if you have them. You are welcome to bring your own Kiddush cups, candle sticks and matches too if you like, as well as a Seder plate. We’ll supply the ritual items for the Seder plate.
Meat and vegetarian options will be available for dinner. For menu and pricing information, contact the Solel office or check your The Shammas – Solel This Week newsletter. For tickets contact the Solel Office. Guests and visitors are also welcome! Registration for dinner closes 7 April, 2025.
Friday 8:00pm
Erev Pesach Day VII and Shabbat Service
Join us for our Erev Shabbat and Erev Pesach Day VII service, with Yizkor.
Saturday 10:00am
Pesach Day VII and Shabbat Service
Join us for our Shabbat and Pesach Day VII service, with Yizkor.
Monday 8:00pm
Arliene’s Book Club
This time: Beneath a Scarlet Sky by Mark T. Sullivan. Based on the true story of a forgotten hero, Beneath a Scarlet Sky is the triumphant, epic tale of one young man’s incredible courage and resilience during one of history’s darkest hours.
Friday 8:00pm
Erev Shabbat Service – Yom HaShoah observance
Join us for our Erev Shabbat service, where we will also observe Yom HaShoah.
Saturday 8:00pm
Special Havdalah Service – Unveiling Solel’s Living Torah Donor Board
Please join us for a special Havdalah service at Solel. This evening will be an opportunity to mark the conclusion of Shabbat and share in a moment of community, reflection, and gratitude. As part of the service, we will unveil our new donor board honouring the generosity of those who contributed to our Living Torah Project and thank all of the donors. This donor board represents the heart and spirit of our community’s commitment to our Living Torah and we would be honored to celebrate your kindness and shared achievements together.
Sunday 10:30am
Adult Study: Unlock the Wisdom of Jewish Tradition: Reading Reform Responsa
Dive into the rich tapestry of Jewish thought as we explore how Reform rabbis interpret ancient texts to address contemporary challenges. Whether you’re a lifelong learner or new to Jewish studies, this course offers a unique opportunity to connect with timeless wisdom and modern insights. Join us to deepen your understanding and engage in meaningful discussions about faith, tradition, and today’s pressing issues.
Lead by Solel’s Rabbi Audrey Pollack. For more information about topics, see our Adult Education offerings.
Tuesday 11:30am
Lunch & Learn: Elusive Dreams
Presented by Dr. Ron Miller who will share with us his new book “Elusive Dreams”. Dr. Miller is an expert on Middle East politics and military strategies and he is a very proud and involved Israeli. Bring your lunch. Coffee and tea are provided. Watch the The Shammas – Solel This Week for Zoom info if you aren’t attending in person.
Sunday 10:30am
Adult Study: Unlock the Wisdom of Jewish Tradition: Reading Reform Responsa
Dive into the rich tapestry of Jewish thought as we explore how Reform rabbis interpret ancient texts to address contemporary challenges. Whether you’re a lifelong learner or new to Jewish studies, this course offers a unique opportunity to connect with timeless wisdom and modern insights. Join us to deepen your understanding and engage in meaningful discussions about faith, tradition, and today’s pressing issues.
Lead by Solel’s Rabbi Audrey Pollack. For more information about topics, see our Adult Education offerings.
Monday 7:00pm
Annual General Meeting
All Solel members are encouraged to join us for our Annual General Meeting where we will discuss important topics including how things have gone in the past year and our plans for the next year, and beyond. We’ll also review our budget and elect our board and executive for the coming year.
Make sure you take advantage of this opportunity to stay informed and have your say about the future of our Jewish home. This meeting will be conducted via Zoom.
Friday 8:00pm
Erev Shabbat Service – Women of Solel Participating
Join us for this special Erev Shabbat service where members of the Women of Solel will participate in leading the service. The service will be followed by a wonderful oneg.
Tuesday 11:30am
Lunch & Learn: Women in Journalism
Presented by Donna Jean Mackinnon, former Toronto Star columnist talks about her book “Newsgirls: Gutsy Pioneers in Canada’s Newsrooms”. Donna Jean has spoken at various women’s organizations and clubs, unfolding the challenging reality of women trying to make their mark in journalism! This event is cosponsored by Women of Solel. Bring your lunch. Coffee and tea are provided. Watch the The Shammas – Solel This Week for Zoom info if you aren’t attending in person.
Friday 8:00pm
Erev Shabbat Service – Board Installation & Awards Night
Join us for this special Erev Shabbat service where members of Solel’s Board of Directors will be installed. Our Bet Sefer awards will be handed out and we will announce the latest person to be admitted to the ranks of Solel’s “Honourable Menschen”! The service will be followed by a wonderful oneg sponsored by Solel’s Board members.
Sunday 8:00pm
Tikkun Leil Shavuot
Join us for learning and prayer as we welcome the festival of Shavuot.
Monday 10:00am
Shavuot Festival Service with Yizkor
Join us as we celebrate the festival of Shavuot.
Friday 8:00pm
Invite Your Neighbour Service

Please join us for this very special Sabbath service. This is Solel’s way of rejoicing in our multi-faith community by sharing our traditions with you. Welcome the Sabbath with us and share in the joy of the holiest day of the week. After the service, please join us for a social get-together over coffee and desserts. There will be ample opportunity to share thoughts and to answer any questions you may have. We will be honoured to have you as our guests on this special Sabbath. For more information or to RSVP, please contact the Solel office.
Monday 8:00pm
Arliene’s Book Club
This time: The Tunnel by A. B. Yehoshua. From the award-winning, internationally acclaimed Israeli author, a suspenseful and poignant story of a family coping with the sudden mental decline of their beloved husband and father—an engineer who they discover is involved in an ominous secret military project.