Toronto Programs

Central Region

JOLT- Grades 9-11

The JOLT program is the third phase in our leadership development curriculum. This program will continue to engage participants in Jewish value-based programming and CYJ’s core values through sessions centered on CYJ’s pillar of Dugma Ishit. With an underlying focus on leadership, the program’s intention is to provide participants with meaningful educational opportunities centered on various social issues and which encourage active leadership outreach to various communities. In the span of 16 (+1) sessions, participants will be introduced to JOLT’s mission, the value of Dugma Ishit, will learn about pressing social issues in and beyond the Jewish community, and engage with organizations in their city, all while building their identities as leaders in the Jewish community. 

This program is sponsored by Canadian Hadassah-WIZO

Jewish Teen Board- Grades 9-11

Jewish Teen Board (JTB) is a unique philanthropic leadership development program for Jewish teens entering grades 9-11. Participants will learn about fundraising, community involvement, and collective grant-making—all rooted in Jewish values, identity, and community.

Why Teen Board? You’ll receive at least 25 hours toward your school’s community service requirements. You’ll gain leadership experience and consensus-building skills through thought-provoking discussions around community issues and world events. You’ll hear from some of our community’s most dedicated lay leaders and philanthropists. It’s an opportunity to meet these distinguished individuals—and be inspired to make a difference yourself.

Alumim Programs- grades 1-5

The aluminum program is the entryway for our youngest members to engage with CYJ outside of camp. This program will introduce participants to Jewish value-based programming and CYJ’s core values through fun and social monthly activities (Pegishot) that relate to Jewish values and Jewish holidays. The program’s intention is to provide participants with meaningful educational opportunities to engage with Judaism and Israel. By providing quality Jewish programming we will succeed in our larger goal of educating young people and hopefully encourage future participation in the continuity of the movement.

Chalutzim - Grades 6-8

The Chalutzim program is the next phase in our leadership development curriculum. This program will continue to engage participants in Jewish value-based programming and CYJ’s core values through sessions centered on the Jewish value and CYJ pillar of Tikkun Olam. The program’s intention is to provide participants with meaningful educational opportunities that encourage active involvement in the Jewish community. We will teach participants about issues specific to our community and how we can work together to make the world a better place. In the span of 7 (+1) sessions, participants will be introduced to CYJ’s mission, the value of Tikkun Olam, will learn about issues within the Jewish community, and engage with charitable organizations in their city. For their cumulative project, participants will develop and execute their own mitzvah projects.