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"Birthright didn't just inspire me emotionally, it created real opportunities that shaped my next steps."
Jessica Levitt
Birthright Israel Alumna · Toronto, ON
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Real Canadians. Real transformations. Real words.
“Leading Birthright Israel trips is an incredibly meaningful leadership opportunity that has allowed me to continuously discover Israel through my participants’ eyes.”
Jaclyn Leebosh, Madricha, 2019
“The trip helped me develop a sense of community and pride in my Jewish identity.”
Leo Kotov
“When Shabbat started, there was some kind of spiritual energy all around and people started to connect with deeper parts of themselves.”
Zev Gasner, Alumni 2016
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In Their Own Words
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"From participant to community leader, Aviv's Birthright trip opened a door he didn't expect."
Aviv Alofer
Alumnus and Madrich · Montreal, QC
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"A Birthright moment at Mount Herzl now echoes through her starring role in Fiddler on the Roof."
Emma Burke-Kleinman
Birthright Israel Alumna · Toronto, ON
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"Birthright gave them more than a trip, it gave them a story to carry forward, 25 years and counting."
The Sadeh Family
Multi-Generational Donors · Toronto, ON
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Toronto, Ontario
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Montreal, Québec
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Toronto, Ontario
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Calgary, AB
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Melanie & Shoshanna
Toronto, ON
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Shira Silverstein
Vancouver, BC
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Zach
Toronto, ON
2026 Alumni
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