Celebrating a World of Sephardic Tradition and Culture
Located in Vancouver BC, Beth Hamidrash is Canada’s only Sephardic synagogue west of Toronto and is famed for its warmth and inclusiveness. Our diverse roots create a unique centre for exciting educational, cultural, and religious experiences for people of all ages.
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Services
Experience traditional Sephardic tefilot, melodies, and unique customs. Celebrate the milestones of Jewish life. Be inspired with meaningful learning.
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Join us and be part of a loving, vibrant community and explore our rich heritage, culture, and sacred traditions.
Facilities
Our facilities include a beautiful multi-level oriental-style sanctuary, an educational library, a newly renovated kosher kitchen, and a social hall for events and celebrations.
“A little light pushes away a lot of darkness.”
Rabbenu Bachya
What’s Up
Kashrut Shiur Series with Rabbi Eliahu
Rabbi’s class
Tuesdays
7:00 PM
How to Learn Chumash – SUMMER BREAK – RESUMES SEPTEMBER
Rabbi’s class
Wednesdays
6:00 PM – click image for Zoom link
Friday Breakfast & Discussion
Adult programming
Fridays
8:00 AM
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“A place of learning and communal growth.”
Beth Hamidrash literally means “a house of study” which captures who we are as a congregation. Our synagogue is a place to gather daily for inspiring tefilot, learning and communal growth, which deepens our spiritual connection through Torah.
Rabbi Shlomo Gabay
Rabbi’s Blog
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Read moreD’Var Torah – Parashat Vayera
November 7, 2025
Shabbat Shalom everyoneIn this week’s Parasha, Vayera, we read about the angels who came to visit Avraham and Sarah. They told Avraham that Sarah would have a son, Yitzchak. When […]
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Read moreD’Var Torah – Parashat Lech Lecha
October 31, 2025
Shabbat Shalom and blessings to everyone This Shabbat we read Parashat Lech Lecha.Here begins the story of our holy fathers. Hashem tells Avraham:“Go from your land, from your family, and […]
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Read moreD’Var Torah – Parashat Noach – The Power of Unity and the Duty to Life
October 24, 2025
Shabbat Shalom U’Mevorach: Parashat Noach – The Power of Unity and the Duty to LifeShabbat Shalom to everyone! This Shabbat, BeEzrat Hashem, we will read Parashat Noach, the second portion […]
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