Our Collections

The OJA’s records span all segments of Ontario’s Jewish community. We have records from businesses, families, labour unions, organizations, and synagogues. These records date from the community’s earliest days to its present. What’s more, they come from all over Ontario and in every format you can think of. If you were to lay out all of our boxes, they would stretch from the foot of Yonge Street to Dundas Square!

Below you can find highlights from our newest acquisitions as well as collections that have recently been processed and added to our website search.

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Acquisition of the Month

April 2025

The Ontario Jewish Archives is delighted to announce the acquisition of a significant collection of 135 videos from the Danforth Jewish Circle (DJC). This is the first time the OJA has acquired YouTube videos, marking a new chapter in our efforts to preserve contemporary digital media.

The videos, spanning from 2020 to 2025, provide a rich visual record of the DJC's vibrant community life. They include High Holiday services, bnei mitzvah ceremonies, community messages, musical and cultural presentations, and an engaging speaker series covering a wide range of topics from climate change to economic justice.

This collection not only documents the diverse activities and events of the DJC but also reflects the community's commitment to social justice and cultural enrichment. We are proud to preserve and share these valuable insights into the dynamic life of the Danforth Jewish Circle.