Stop by and visit with your friends from LGBTQ+ at the J, learn about all the amazing offerings happening across Jewish Toronto this June, and pick up a freshly baked kosher rainbow challah! All proceeds will go towards supporting LGBTQ+ programs at the J. Please note that same-day purchases will be cash only  and quantities are limited, so we encourage you to pre-order your items in advance. For more information on our Pride Month events and programs, visit our Pride at the J page.

Join BT 20s and 30s for our monthly Shabbat at the Floor Service and dinner, celebrating Pride! Come dressed as you are most comfortable. Playful, colourful, sparkly outfits are most welcome. The Service will be led by the Shabbat at the Floor team with special guests Cantor Steve Zeidenberg and cantorial fellow Shira Bodnar. Emunah Woolf is our special guest speaker at the Service and at the dinner. Pre-registration is required by Sunday, June 1 at 5:00 p.m.

Please join us for our annual Pride Havdalah. We will say goodbye to Shabbat, welcome in the new week, and celebrate Pride with special guest poet and liturgist Devon Spier

This endearing first feature tackles family dysfunction and grief with a healthy dose of black comedy. David, a gay, Jewish millennial returns to Buenos Aires from studying abroad to attend his uncle’s funeral only to discover that his mother plans to disconnect the ventilator that has been keeping her husband alive for years. Unable to confront the inevitability of his father’s death, David fills his time by hooking up with random men, practising for his driver’s test and scheduling specialist appointments. Director and lead actor Iair Said creates a complex character who morphs from a neurotic failure to a mature adult.

Consumed by grief after her brother dies, Eden uncovers Maya, his secret girlfriend, and insinuates herself into her life with unexpected results. Lia Elalouf and Darya Rosen are riveting as Eden and Maya respectively in this landmark Israeli film that was nominated for 12 Ophir awards (winning best film and best director) and was Israel’s submission to the Oscars.

Get ready for Pride with a fun and creative afternoon for kids and their families! We’ll begin with a short introduction to Pride with guest facilitator Emunah Woolf from MNjcc’s own LGBTQ+ at the J —what it means, why it matters, and how we celebrate. Then, it’s time to get crafty! In this workshop, kids will design their own t-shirts, signs, and buttons to wear and share at this year’s Pride festivities or anytime they feel like showing their Pride! Along the way, families will connect with other LGBTQ+ and allied families in a joyful, inclusive space. Come create, celebrate, and get Pride-ready together!

Celebrate Pride through connection in a warm, loving and playful environment, and rest in loving attention through meditation, reflection and song in a Queer and Trans Jewish space. Facilitated by Aviva Chernick, Beth Tzedec Director of the Centre for Spiritual Well-Being, together with fellow community members. While we honour our allies, this particular event is for those who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community. Presented by Beth Tzedec Centre for Spiritual Well-Being, Makom: Creative Downtown Judaism, Miles Nadal JCC, Annex Shul & neySHEV. Free, but registration required.

Ultra-Orthodox Battie’s seemingly perfect life is shattered when she discovers that her husband Lazer is being blackmailed by a gang who threatens to disclose his homosexual affair with his study partner. Desperate to protect her husband and family from scandal, Battie stands by Lazer while he tries to “cure” his homosexuality. At the same time, she learns to confront her own hidden desires. This poignant portrait of a marriage won the prize for best director at the Tallin Black Nights Film Festival.

Celebrate Pride Month with joy, music, and movement! Join us for a high-energy dance party where everyone is welcome to express themselves freely and proudly. Let’s move, groove, and spread the love—because love is love! 

This endearing first feature tackles family dysfunction and grief with a healthy dose of black comedy. David, a gay, Jewish millennial returns to Buenos Aires from studying abroad to attend his uncle’s funeral only to discover that his mother plans to disconnect the ventilator that has been keeping her husband alive for years. Unable to confront the inevitability of his father’s death, David fills his time by hooking up with random men, practising for his driver’s test and scheduling specialist appointments. Director and lead actor Iair Said creates a complex character who morphs from a neurotic failure to a mature adult.

Consumed by grief after her brother dies, Eden uncovers Maya, his secret girlfriend, and insinuates herself into her life with unexpected results. Lia Elalouf and Darya Rosen are riveting as Eden and Maya respectively in this landmark Israeli film that was nominated for 12 Ophir awards (winning best film and best director) and was Israel’s submission to the Oscars.

Let’s come together as a congregation–queer, trans, straight, cisgender and everything in between–to celebrate LBGTQ2S+ Pride during Toronto Pride Month. We welcome everyone to the DJC Pride Shabbat Service, which will centre the queer and trans Jewish landscape and highlight our commitment to advocate for the rights of queer and trans people. We are excited to have Jack Woodman (they/them) as our featured speaker. They will be speaking about their personal experience as a non-binary individual, as well as sharing their expertise and work around gender-affirming care for trans individuals. They will also address the increasing attacks on the rights of trans and queer people.

To come

Join us on Saturday, June 14th from 7:30 – 9 PM for a special Pride Havdalah, an inclusive community gathering to mark the end of Shabbat and celebrate LGBTQ+ joy and resilience—light refreshments will be served, and all donations will go to support a local LGBTQ+ aid organization.

Join us for a joyful and inclusive Pride Shabbat celebrating the vibrant intersection of Jewish and LGBTQ+ identities.

Together, we will celebrate Shabbat with song, prayer, and community, honoring the values of diversity, dignity, and belonging.

Whether you’re a longtime member or attending for the first time, come as you are—your presence helps us build a more open and loving spiritual home. All are welcome!

Ultra-Orthodox Battie’s seemingly perfect life is shattered when she discovers that her husband Lazer is being blackmailed by a gang who threatens to disclose his homosexual affair with his study partner. Desperate to protect her husband and family from scandal, Battie stands by Lazer while he tries to “cure” his homosexuality. At the same time, she learns to confront her own hidden desires. This poignant portrait of a marriage won the prize for best director at the Tallin Black Nights Film Festival.

You are invited to attend Toronto’s annual community-wide Pride Shabbat on Friday, June 20th, 2025. With queer and allied clergy leading a beautiful Kabbalat Shabbat service, a delicious kosher dinner, and opportunities to celebrate both our LGBTQ+ and Jewish identities, this is a night you won’t want to miss. This event is organized by a coalition of organizations who are working towards LGBTQ+ inclusion in all aspects of Jewish life. This event centers LGBTQ+ Jewish community members, and allies to both Jewish and LGBTQ+ communities are more than welcome to join us.  

Get ready for a night of celebration at Holy Blossom’s Pride Shabbat 2025! We’re bringing the joy, the spirit, and the soul of our Queer Jewish community to life with music, drag, dance and laughter. After a soulful Shabbat service, the evening continues with a fabulous cocktail party, delicious food, drinks, and unforgettable entertainment. 

The evening will be hosted by the dazzling Gila Munster, an Israeli-Canadian Drag Queen known for her humour and heart, alongside four incredible performers from the Toronto Jewish queer community. Whether you’re a long-time member or brand new, everyone’s welcome—come feel the love and celebrate Pride with us in style.

Get ready for an energizing cardiovascular workout under the open sky! Join us for a special Pride-themed rooftop spin class featuring a vibrant playlist that celebrates love, diversity, and community. Ride through hill climbs, sprints, and dynamic drills on a stationary bike—designed to challenge and uplift. Don’t forget your towel and water bottle! Refreshments will be served after class to keep the celebration going.

March with us in the Trans March, Dyke March, and Pride Parade this Pride weekend! Come dressed in all the colours of the rainbow to show your Pride, or wear anything that feels affirming to you and your identity. Allies are encouraged to join us and show your support. Before each march, we will meet as a group at a nearby location to meet one another, share signs, and add some last-minute sparkle to our outfits! 

March with us in the Trans March, Dyke March, and Pride Parade this Pride weekend! Come dressed in all the colours of the rainbow to show your Pride, or wear anything that feels affirming to you and your identity. Allies are encouraged to join us and show your support. Before each march, we will meet as a group at a nearby location to meet one another, share signs, and add some last-minute sparkle to our outfits! 

All-ages, interfaith gathering for queer and allied folks through a Jewish lens

Chill vibes, chanting, activity stations, and a visit from Todah the Sloth Puppet. Indoor and outdoor space at Toronto Friends House and Taddle Creek Park.

We’re marching again this year in Toronto’s annual Pride Parade – and we want you with us! Join us to celebrate Jewish joy, community, allyship, and PRIDE, as we stand up for the full inclusion of queer and transgender Jews and all members of the 2SLGBTQIA+ communities.

Please register by Friday, June 20, to ensure you receive full event details closer to the date. Enhanced security will be in place to protect our marching delegation.