Programs

May 21-22: Tikkun Leil Shavuot – All Night Jewish Learning Festival

Tikkun Leil Shavuot

The downtown Jewish community’s renowned Tikkun Leil Shavuot is back for our 18th year!

Rooted in tradition and inquiry, Tikkun is an all-night learning festival and a gathering that brings together diverse voices and generations. Through thought-provoking talks, late-night learning, and meaningful conversation, we explore Jewish wisdom and the big questions of our time in a space to be curious, inspired, and in community.

There’s something for everyone at this year’s celebration – a night of community, study, snacking and more. Free and open to all. Registration required.

If your teen is joining, please be sure to register them for the Teen Program. Registration is required for entry.

Registration is free, but we invite you to mark 18 years with a donation of $18 or more in support of accessible Jewish learning for all.

Check back soon for the full night’s schedule of classes, panels, workshops!

Tikkun Lel Shavuot is a holiday celebration co-created by Makom along with the MNJCC, Beth Tzedec Congregation, City Shul, First Narayever Congregation, and the Committee for Yiddish.

With our Promotional Partners: Beach Hebrew Institute, Congregation Shir Libeynu, קהילת דרכי נעם – Congregation Darchei Noam, Harvey Kalles Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage, Hillel U of T, Holy Blossom Temple, Jewish Family and Child Service , Kiever shul, Oraynu Congregation for Humanistic Judaism, Paul Penna Downtown Jewish Day School, Danforth Jewish Circle.

May 15: Friday Night Services + Shabbat Dinner

Friday Night Services & Shabbat Dinner.

Friday May 15 | 7pm – Register now!

Wind down from the week and welcome Shabbat with soulful, song-filled services, in which everyone can participate.

After services, we’ll enjoy a delicious, catered kosher vegan Shabbat dinner and each other’s warm company.

Dinner registration required by Wednesday, May 12 at 10am.

No need to register if you’re coming just for services and not staying for dinner.

Become a Makom Member first and save 10%.

Thank you to Green Economy Law for their generous sponsorship.

Please try to come on time for services at 7pm.

Services

Makom is a diverse and inclusive community that welcomes participants with many different approaches to Judaism, from secular to traditionally observant. Our services blend traditional and progressive practices, so our community can join together without regard to denominational labels.

We offer men’s, women’s, and mixed (all-genders) seating sections. All genders may lead parts of services. We need an egalitarian minyan of 10 Jews and a non-overlapping traditional minyan of 10 men to start the maariv service, so we encourage you to come on time.

Accessibility Information

Makom welcomes participants of all abilities. Makom’s main space is wheelchair accessible; unfortunately, the washroom and playroom are not. If you have an accessibility need or require any accommodations, please reach out to us.

Registration

May 2: Shabbat Morning Services + Lunch ‘n’ Learn

Saturday, May 2 | 9:30 am – Makom (402 College)
Register now!

Join us for soulful and song-filled Shabbat morning services, followed by a delicious Shabbat lunch and stimulating learning!

Lunch registration required by Friday, May 1 at 10 am.

Services don’t require registration – no need to register if you’re not staying for lunch!

Become a Makom Member first and save 10%.

Supervised childcare will be provided in Makom’s playroom during services.

After lunch, Dr. Joshua Picard will lead us in thought-provoking, interactive learning on “Let’s Go to a Tunisian Island for Lag ba-Omer!” exploring a fascinating Tunisian Jewish pilgrimage custom.

Joshua Picard is the postdoctoral fellow for the Evolution of the Jewish Family in Islamic North Africa working group with the Department of History and the Anne Tanenbaum Centre for Jewish Studies at UofT. His research focuses on the colonial encounter between France and the countries of North Africa, especially Tunisia, with particular focus on the roles and experiences of Jewish communities on both sides of the Mediterranean.

Registration

April 17: Friday Night Services + Shabbat Dinner

Wind down from the week and welcome Shabbat with soulful, song-filled services, in which everyone can participate.

Background image shows people seated at a table with lit candles and challah. Text reads Friday night services & Shabbat dinner

Fri, April 17 | 7pm
@ Makom
Register now!

After services, we’ll enjoy a delicious, catered kosher vegan Shabbat dinner and each other’s warm company.

Dinner registration required by Wednesday, April 15 at 10am.

No need to register if you’re coming just for services and not staying for dinner.

Become a Makom Member first and save 10%.

Thank you to Green Economy Law for their generous sponsorship.

Please try to come on time for services at 7pm.

Services

Makom is a diverse and inclusive community that welcomes participants with many different approaches to Judaism, from secular to traditionally observant. Our services blend traditional and progressive practices, so our community can join together without regard to denominational labels.

We offer men’s, women’s, and mixed (all-genders) seating sections. All genders may lead parts of services. We need an egalitarian minyan of 10 Jews and a non-overlapping traditional minyan of 10 men to start the maariv service, so we encourage you to come on time.

Accessibility Information

Makom welcomes participants of all abilities. Makom’s main space is wheelchair accessible; unfortunately, the washroom and playroom are not. If you have an accessibility need or require any accommodations, please reach out to us.

Registration

Apr 16: Grades 6-8 Pizza + Movie Night

Join Hativah – Makom’s youth group for grades 6-8 – for a fun evening of movies, pizza, and hanging out with new and old friends!

This Thursday, April 16 | 6:00 – 8:30pm
@Makom (map)
Registration required by April 16 at 2pm

Pizza and snacks will be served. Movie TBD based on everyone’s preferences! 

Please register by April 16th at 2pm.

Middle school kids of all Jewish identities are warmly welcome, including from interfaith/intercultural families and LGBTQ+. No Makom affiliation necessary. Feel free to invite friends!

Please note that this is an event for middle school students (grades 6-8) only.

Any questions? Contact Talia Levitt, Youth Programming Coordinator, at youth@makomto.org.

Mar 21: Shabbat Morning Services + Lunch ‘n’ Learn

Join us for soulful and song-filled Shabbat morning services, followed by a delicious Shabbat lunch and stimulating learning!

Shabbat Morning Services + Lunch 'n' Learn

Saturday, March 21 | 9:30 am – Makom (402 College)
Register now!

Lunch registration required by Friday, March 20 at 10 am.

Services don’t require registration – no need to register if you’re not staying for lunch!

Become a Makom Member first and save 10%.

Supervised childcare will be provided in Makom’s playroom during services.

After lunch, Naama Baumgarten Sharon will lead an interactive learning session.

Since completing an MA in Bible at the Hebrew university in 2009, Naama has focused her professional efforts on the protection of human rights and advancement of social justice, while continuing to embrace opportunities to learn Torah and find the bridge between these two worlds. 

Registration

Mar 6: Friday Night Services + Shabbat Dinner

Wind down from the week and welcome Shabbat with soulful, song-filled services, in which everyone can participate.

Background image shows people seated at a table with lit candles and challah. Text reads Friday night services & Shabbat dinner

Fri, Mar 6
6pm
@ Makom
Register now!

After services, we’ll enjoy a delicious, catered kosher vegan Shabbat dinner and each other’s warm company.

Dinner registration required by Wednesday, March 4 at 10am.

No need to register if you’re coming just for services and not staying for dinner.

Become a Makom Member first and save 10%.

Thank you to Green Economy Law for their generous sponsorship.

Please try to come on time for services at 6pm.

Services

Makom is a diverse and inclusive community that welcomes participants with many different approaches to Judaism, from secular to traditionally observant. Our services blend traditional and progressive practices, so our community can join together without regard to denominational labels.

We offer men’s, women’s, and mixed (all-genders) seating sections. All genders may lead parts of services. We need an egalitarian minyan of 10 Jews and a non-overlapping traditional minyan of 10 men to start the maariv service, so we encourage you to come on time.

Accessibility Information

Makom welcomes participants of all abilities. Makom’s main space is wheelchair accessible; unfortunately, the washroom and playroom are not. If you have an accessibility need or require any accommodations, please reach out to us.

Registration

Mar 2-3: Purim 2026!

Please join us for a joyous Purim full of mitzvot, community & fun for all ages!

With three full megillah readings, a family juggling show with abridged megillah reading, and dedicated parties for adults, middle-schoolers, and high-school teens, we’ve got something for everyone!

See below for the full schedule.

Come in costume and B.Y.O. Gragger/Ra’ashan/Noisemaker!

Dinner registration deadline: Sun, Mar 1!

If you can’t afford regular-price tickets, please choose the reduced-rate option, or contact us.

Money from ticket sales will be put toward nearly $5,000 of Purim expenses, including venue rental, sound technician, food costs, party supplies, etc.

There are lots of great opportunities to help sponsor Purim in honour or memory of someone. Please contact Rabbi Aaron to discuss how you can help.

Volunteers needed for the door, setup, food service and cleanup. If you can help out, please check the box when you register, and we’ll be in touch.

Fulfill the mitzvah of Matanot le-Evyonim (giving Purim gifts for the poor); donation links below.

Cash donations accepted at the door for Mahatzit ha-Shekel (donations for your community).

Schedule

Purim Eve ~ Monday, March 2 @ The Tranzac

Families (babies through grade 8)

5:15pmDoors Open
5:30Abridged Megillah Reading
5:45-6:15Comedic Juggling Show for families with kids in Grade 5 and under
5:45-6:15Hativah Party (grades 6-8 only)

Full Megilah Reading + Parties

6:30pm Doors Open
6:45Ma’ariv (evening service)
7:00Main Megillah Reading
8:00Main Party with cash bar & music
8:00Teen Party (high school teens only)
8:15Dinner (order food by Wed, March 12; certified kosher)
9:45Late Megillah Reading
11:00Goodnight

Purim Day ~ Tuesday, March 3 @ Makom

FREE Morning Megillah Reading: 9:30am

Covid Precautions

Anyone who feels unwell or has symptoms of Covid-19 must not attend.

Accessibility Information

We welcome participants of all abilities. The Tranzac is wheelchair accessible. If you have an accessibility need or require any accommodations, please reach out to us.

Matanot le-Evyonim – Gifts for the Poor

It’s a mitzvah to give tzedakah (redistributive justice) to needy Jews on Purim itself. Here are some websites where you can donate and your contribution will be distributed to those in need on Purim:

We look forward to celebrating Purim together with you!

Register Now!

Feb 24: Stem Cell Registry Cheek Swabbing Drive

Take 5 minutes to potentially save a life!

Tues, Feb 24
5-8pm
@MNJCC (750 Spadina Ave)

If you’re 17-35 years old and healthy, come get your cheek swabbed to see if you’re a match for Daphne Goldberg or any of the thousands of other people waiting for a match for a stem cell donation.

If you’re matched, the donation process is similar to giving blood.

If you’re 36-60 years old and healthy, Canadian Blood Services won’t swab you at this event, but you can request your free swab kit from Gift of Life using this link and they’ll send a swab kit to your home so you can be added to the stem cell donor registry.

Registrations appreciated; walk-ins welcome!

Co-presented by Camp Shomria, Canadian Young Judaea, Committee for Yiddish, Congregation Shir Libeynu, Danforth Jewish Circle, First Narayever Congregation, The Kiever Synagogue, Makom: Creative Downtown Judaism, Miles Nadal JCC, Shoresh, neySHEV, Paul Penna Downtown Jewish Day School, Toronto Jewish Film Foundation & Ve’ahavta

Registration

Feb 21: Shabbat Morning Services + Lunch ‘n’ Learn

Join us for soulful and song-filled Shabbat morning services, followed by a delicious Shabbat lunch and stimulating learning!

Shabbat Morning Services + Lunch 'n' Learn

Sat, Feb 21
9:30am
@Makom (402 College)
Register now!

Lunch registration required by Friday, Feb 20 at 10am.

Services don’t require registration – no need to register if you’re not staying for lunch!

Become a Makom Member first and save 10%.

Supervised childcare will be provided in Makom’s playroom during services.

After lunch, Rabbi Aaron will lead an interactive, text-based discussion on “Should We Get Drunk on Purim?”.

Registration