Welcome to Temple Emanu-El

Temple Emanu-El is a vibrant, progressive community committed to Jewish renewal at home, in the synagogue and in the wider Jewish universe. We seek to nurture the Jewish life of all of our congregants, young and old, in times of distress and in moments of joy. We are steadfast in our commitment to תיקון עולם (tikkun olam, or social justice) in the greater world around us and in Israel, and we seek to strengthen our ties of love and loyalty with Israel in all arenas. We are a warm and intimate community, one which deeply values all of its diverse members.

Welcome to Corey Margolese, our new Director of the Centre for Jewish Living and Learning

He was selected after an extensive search for a replacement for Robin Leszner, who will be stepping down as Director this June.
Corey has a strong background in education. He holds a Masters of Science in Adolescent Education and is earning his Masters in Counselling Psychology. Further, he currently teaches in the York Region District School Board. Corey’s background in and love for all things Jewish is as strong. He has been a counsellor/ program director at a Jewish summer camp, taught in a Reform supplementary school and at CHAT, and lived in Israel for 3 years. We are pleased to welcome him to the Temple Emanu-El family.