Toronto Programs

Central Region

JOLT


The JOLT program will engage participants in Jewish value-based programming and CYJ’s core values through sessions centered on CYJ’s pillar of Dugma Ishit. With an underlying focus on leadership, the program’s intention is to provide participants with meaningful educational opportunities centered on various social issues and which encourage active leadership outreach to various communities. Throughout the sessions, participants will be introduced to JOLT’s mission, the value of Dugma Ishit, will learn about pressing social issues in and beyond the Jewish community, and engage with organizations in their city through monthly outreaches, all while building their identities as leaders in the Jewish community. Participants will receive community service hours.



This program is sponsored by 

  • Canadian Hadassah-Wizo (CHW Toronto Centre)
  • Atlantic Jewish Council (AJC)

Jewish Teen Board- Grades 9-11

Jewish Teen Board (JTB) is a unique philanthropic leadership development program for Jewish teens entering grades 9-11. Participants will learn about fundraising, community involvement, and collective grant-making—all rooted in Jewish values, identity, and community.


Why Teen Board? You’ll receive at least 25 hours toward your school’s community service requirements. You’ll gain leadership experience and consensus-building skills through thought-provoking discussions around community issues and world events. You’ll hear from some of our community’s most dedicated lay leaders and philanthropists. It’s an opportunity to meet these distinguished individuals—and be inspired to make a difference yourself.

Junior Programs- grades 1-5

Junior programs are the entryway for our youngest members to engage with CYJ outside of camp. Through fun and social monthly activities (Pegishot), such as apple picking for Rosh Hashannah, Havdalah and movie night, and holiday parties, participants can engage with Judaism and Israel while reconnecting with their camp friends in the city. These programs introduce children to CYJ’s core values in an enjoyable and age-appropriate way, creating meaningful educational experiences that foster a sense of community and belonging. Parents and guardians will be able to register their child on a program-to-program basis, allowing families the flexibility to participate as their schedules allow. By offering engaging Jewish programming, we aim to inspire continued involvement and nurture the next generation of leaders in our movement.

NextGEN- Grades 6-8

Next Gen programs are the next phase in our leadership development curriculum. These programs continue to engage participants in Jewish value–based programming with an emphasis on CYJ’s core values. Programs are designed to be fun and social, giving participants opportunities to reconnect with their camp friends in the city while staying connected to CYJ throughout the year. Parents and guardians can register their child on a program-to-program basis, allowing families flexibility in their involvement. Some examples of Next Gen programs include Havdalah on Ice, puppy yoga, and a Yom Ha’atzmaut party. Through these experiences, participants strengthen their connection to CYJ, deepen their ties to the community, and continue developing as the future leaders of our movement.