General News Archive

Light, latkes and laughter

Our Talmud Torah student choir had many practice sessions during recess in preparation for the community Menorah lighting at the Alberta Legislature on December 14th. Each year, TT students eagerly sign up to be part of this meaningful event, and they can’t wait to share their joy and talent with the wider community. Led by […]

TT forever: a joyful gathering of old friends

Last month, members of the TT Class of ’69 gathered both in person and online to reconnect, share laughter, and revisit cherished memories of their years at Talmud Torah School. The event was a heartfelt celebration of lifelong friendships and the many paths taken since walking the halls of TT. The idea for the TT […]

Welcoming New Families

We’re happy to welcome Halit and Alon Winter and their kids, Marom (KG), Kedem (Gr. 2), and Iyar (Gr. 5), who moved to Edmonton from Ramat Gan, Israel this past August. They’re here for two years while Halit and Alon take part in medical fellowships: Halit is training to become a retina specialist, and Alon […]

A New Roof, a Renewed Future

There’s something deeply meaningful, even Jewish, about putting a new roof on a building. It’s more than construction; it’s about shmirat haBayit, the mitzvah of safeguarding our communal home. A roof offers shelter, security, and stability. It’s what allows everything underneath it, learning, community, tradition, to flourish. Since 1912, Edmonton Talmud Torah has been a […]

Alumni Spotlight: Dan Steiner Class of 2003

One of my fondest memories of Edmonton Talmud Torah is the lifelong friendships built through its close-knit community. Growing up in a Jewish school creates a shared bond that stays with you—and today, I’m grateful to feel that same power while working in Jewish education. What did you do after TT? In September 2025, Dan […]

2025 Tashlich Ritual and Terry Fox Run

How you can make an impact in Jewish Edmonton

As a Talmud Torah parent, chances are you or someone you know has benefited from programs like PJ Library, received support through the Integrated Bursary Program (IBP), or attended community events that celebrate Jewish life and culture. What you might not know is that behind these programs—and many others—is the Jewish Federation of Edmonton, powered […]

State-of-the-art Projection System

The Talmud Torah Society is thrilled to announce the installation of a new state-of-the-art projection system in the gym! Featuring a 189” diagonal electronically lowered ceiling-mounted screen and a powerful 7000-lumen projector, this significant upgrade replaces the old “cart-and-sheet” setup, making assemblies safer, easier, and more engaging. Funded by the Society with the generous support from a […]

Message From Darin Johnson – Sept. 2025 TT Times

Talmud Torah School is a special place with a rich history and many traditions. It’s also a place of rapid change. Our classrooms are filled with new students, new curriculum goals, and new routines. Our students are resilient. They’ve embraced the changes and are working well with their classmates to learn and grow. This year’s […]