Founded as a congregation in 1908 and in its own synagogue since 1910, Beth Israel in historic Kingston, Ontario, Canada, is a vibrant and caring Jewish community made up of 150 families.
Following the rituals of contemporary Orthodox Judaism, Beth Israel offers a Talmud Torah and social programs for its youth, varied education programs for its adults, and a full suite of Shabbat and holiday services. It undertakes a number of social action initiatives throughout the year.
The centrally-located synagogue includes a beautiful sanctuary, two social halls, kosher kitchen, and a mikvah. Beth Israel also owns a cemetery and Otterburn House, a heritage building that is home to Hillel House of Queen's University. The Congregation has a particularly strong relationship with the Queen's Jewish student community.
Being located between Toronto and Montreal and just two hours drive from Ottawa and Syracuse, New York, Beth Israel welcomes wayfarers throughout the year.
Jewish Holiday Calendar
All Jewish holidays begin at sundown on the evening before the date shown.