List of Synagogues in Ottawa
Ottawa has a collection of synagogues for various followers of the Jewish faith to gather for worship and prayer. These facilities have been serving the Jewish populace of Ottawa for many years and offer the diverse sects of the religion with many options. People can choose to attend the synagogue closest to them, or if they follow a particular form of belief the one that best suits their need regardless of location in the city.
The following Step by Step list details the information regarding the city’s synagogues and provides information for interested parties to make informed decisions.
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1
Or Haneshamah
Formed in 1987, this congregation welcomes people at all levels of Jewish knowledge and beliefs, mixed marriages as well as members of the Gay and Lesbian communities.
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Ottawa Torah Centre Chabad (OTC)
With a goal and focus on Jewish continuity, the OTC provides a wide range of educational and social programs for children and adults alike.
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Orthodox Community Ohev Yisroel
Downtown Ottawa's only synagogue serving the Orthodox Jewish community. -
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Temple Israel Ottawa
Ottawa’s only Reform Congregation, this temple has over 360 member families, making it the third largest congregation in the city.
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Chabad of Centrepointe
Offering community outreach programs such as a young childrens summer camp, Torah study and weekly prayers. The Chabad also aids offers charitable services for various people within the city of Ottawa.
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Congregation Beit Tikvah of Ottawa
This is a modern orthodox synagogue welcoming Jews of all levels of observance and offering a collection of services and programs for all ages.
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Congregation Beth Shalom
Located in downtown Ottawa, this congregation has been around for over 50 years and offers a modern yet traditional synagogue for Jews of all ages.
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Adath Shalom Congregation
This is an egalitarian Conservative Jewish congregation affiliated with the United Synagogue of Conservative Judaism.
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Congregation Machzikei Hadas
Beyond offering prayer and congregation, this facility is able to cater and host events as well as provide funeral and cemetery services. -
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Kollel of Ottawa
The Kollel is a centre for Jewish education offering classes during the night as well as prayer. -
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The Glebe Minyan
Seeking to engage the mind, body, heart and soul, this congregation is open to Jews in interfaith relationships, members of the LGBTQ communities as well as unaffiliated Jews.
