Student Testimonials

Doing Jewish:

"Baruch was great!"

"It exceeded my expectations. Baruch was clear, well prepared, interesting.
He was open to comments and questions and used humour with anecdotes to ad d interest. Overall, he was an excellent instructor." L.S.

Home for the Holidays "Shabbat"

"Kolel curriculum is so comprehensive that all pertinent topics are addressed. I feel incredibly fortunate to have access to such a wonderfu l institution." J.G.

Image of Jewish Women in Sacred & Secular Literature

"The instructors are both wonderful - so filled with the love of the
material and the love of teaching. It was a pleasure to study with them."

Conversations about Conversion

"I've only just discovered Kolel this year, but already feel that I've
joined a community." J.T.

Re-Thinking God

"I've taken many religion courses, most times actually being pushed away from religion. By talking with Rabbi Englander and having taken this cours e I feel now a lot closer to my Judaism. Thanks, really."

"The course was a very positive experience and really opened my mind to new
possibilities."

"This is one of the best courses I have ever taken."

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How do you open a treasure?

Opening minds since 1991, Kolel: The Adult Centre for Liberal Jewish Learning has been building and strengthening Jewish identity in Toronto.

Kolel serves as a gateway for many individuals who seek to embrace Judaism through a wealth of self-directed, unique learning opportunities. We offer an all embracing and pluralistic learning environment; a place that acknowledges that every path to Judaism is a valid path. Kolel is both a place to begin your Jewish journey and delve deeper into your Jewish roots.

Opening Doors

"As a result of taking your class, I felt much more confident about…attending a synagogue and, as a consequence, decided to join where I now attend the Family Services every week with my two small children. Thank you for providing a safe place for me to take my first steps." A.R. May 2001

Opening Souls

"You have obviously thought out a strategy for helping to renew Judaism that is working where many others have failed. I hope that others will learn from your experiences." P.E. May 2001

Open Your Heart

By giving to Kolel, your generosity will enable us to continue our successful outreach to members of the Toronto Jewish community who are searching for a liberal, egalitarian and welcoming atmosphere in which to engage their Jewishness.