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Celebrating a World of Sephardic Tradition and Culture

The only Sephardic congregation west of Toronto, Beth Hamidrash 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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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.

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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. 

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“A little light pushes away a lot of darkness.”

Rabbenu Bachya

What’s Up

Weekly Rashi Class
Rabbi’s class

Wednesday nights
7:00 – 8:00

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Friday Breakfast Club
Adult programming

Friday mornings
7:30 AM – 8:30 AM

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Daily Daf HaYomi
Adult programming
daily daf yomi

Daily except Shabbat
8:00 PM – 9:00 PM

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Rabbi Shlomo Gabay

“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

  • Purim Halachot 2021
    February 19, 2021

    Dear Friends, This year being an unusual year with Covid, and Purim falling on a Friday, there are a few halachot that you should be aware of. Shabbat Zachor This […]


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  • Parshat Mishpatim/Shabbat Shekalim – Two sides of the same coin
    February 12, 2021

    Dear Friends, In today’s digital age of Bitcoin and the likes, actual coins, in general, are somewhat of a nuisance. If you subscribe to the school of thought that we […]


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  • Parshat Yitro – Misplaced rationalization
    February 5, 2021

    Dear Friends, This week the world lost an exceptional man, Rabbi Dr. Abraham J. Twerski zt”l an esteemed Hassidic rabbi and acclaimed psychiatrist whose professional accomplishments and world contributions were […]


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Congregation Beth Hamidrash
3231 Heather St.
Vancouver BC V5Z 3K4
Canada
Phone: +1 604-872-4222
info@bethhamidrash.com

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