Canadian Jewish Congress Charities Committee - Pacific

David Schwartz, Chair

Romy Ritter, Regional Director
cjcpr@cjccc.ca
(604) 622-4240

CHARITIES COMMITTEE - PACIFIC

The Pacific branch of the Canadian Jewish Congress Charities Committee represents the province's Jewish community on a variety of matters, including the promotion of intercultural and interfaith relations, Holocaust memorialization, anti-racism outreach, education and multiculturalism.

CJC Charities Committee - Pacific aims to create an open and enhanced dialogue with other religions, ethnic and minority groups to foster understanding, good will and continue to work together on issues of concern. It seeks to promote better understanding among the different ethnic groups and advocate for the advancement of equality and human rights.

The Community Outreach and Liaison Group of CJC Charities Committee - Pacific combats antisemitism and racism and ensures the community is protected from antisemitic acts, publications and Internet sites; promotes understanding among all ethnic and religious groups; and advocates the advancement of equality and human rights. The Pacific office of CJC Charities Committee acts as a resource for the presentation and dissemination of information to the Jewish community. With the participation and assistance of Jewish community agencies and in partnership with other organizations, it strives to ensure greater understanding of the issues affecting the status and welfare of the Jewish community.