Courses on Canadian Jewish Life
The Association for Canadian Jewish Studies invites you to dive into the dynamic world of Canadian Jewish history, culture, and society through courses designed for the curious non-specialist and taught by leading experts in the field.
We offer both introductory surveys and specialized "special topics" courses that explore the ways in which Jewish individuals and institutions, Jewish culture and social trends, and Jewish identities and political and religious behaviours have influenced, and been influenced by, the wider Canadian mosaic.
Winter/Spring 2027 Courses
The ACJS's online courses are offered live on Zoom for four (winter/spring) or six (autumn) weeks. All courses meet weekly for 1.5 hours each. Please note that some courses are offered exclusively in French.
Our courses are open to all learners and require no background knowledge of Canadian Jewish history. All course materials (Zoom link, course outline, optional reading materials, etc.) will be distributed to registered students two weeks prior to the first meeting.
To learn more about our courses, please consult the FAQ below.
FAQs
Are courses held online or in person? All courses are held live online over Zoom. A brief course syllabus and Zoom link for all class sessions will be emailed to you immediately upon registration. Any materials for optional reading and reviewing will be available on a Microsoft-hosted shared learning platform two weeks prior to the first session. You will be granted access to the platform after registering for the course.
Can I register after a course begins? Yes, you are welcome to register for a course in progress, however, you will need to pay full tuition regardless of the number of sessions you missed. Instructors may share course material from missed sessions at their discretion.
Can I get a refund if I want to drop out of a course? Full tuition refunds will be issued only before a course’s first session. Refunds are not available once a course is underway.
What happens if I have to miss a class? Please let us know as soon as possible by writing to courses@canadianjewishstudies.ca. While we cannot issue a full or partial refund for missed sessions, we will be happy to offer partial credit for enrolment in a future course. We are not offering recordings of classes at this time. Instructors may share course material from missed sessions at their discretion.
When will I receive the Zoom links and any course materials? A brief course syllabus and Zoom link for all class sessions will be emailed to you two weeks prior to the first class session. Any materials for optional reading and reviewing will be available on a Microsoft-hosted shared learning platform two weeks prior to the first session.
Are courses lecture- or discussion-based? Courses are primarily lecture-based with time for structured discussion and Q&A.
Do I need to purchase any course materials? No. Any course materials will be made available at no extra charge.
Will class sessions be recorded so I can view them later? No. We are not offering recordings at this time.
Do you offer discounted tuition for students or seniors? We do not offer discounted tuition for students or seniors at this time. Please navigate to our membership page for details about tuition discounts for ACJS members.
How do I communicate with an instructor in between class sessions? ACJS does not disclose instructors’ (or students’) contact information. Instructors may share their email addresses with students at their discretion. If your instructor has not shared their email address and you’d like to contact them, please write to courses@canadianjewishstudies.ca and we will facilitate communication.
Can I register for more than one course in a given year? Yes! You are welcome (and encouraged) to register for as many courses as you like.
Please email courses@canadianjewishstudies.ca with any further questions.