Limmud Canada
Limmud Canada is a registered Canadian charity (Business Registration Number: 874453905RR0001) that facilitates cross-communal Jewish learning through volunteer-driven educational events. Part of the global Limmud movement, which originated in the United Kingdom in 1980, the organization emphasizes pluralistic, participatory programming designed to strengthen Jewish identity and community engagement[1][4].

Mission and Activities
The organization’s model centers on peer-led, volunteer-organized conferences and workshops covering diverse Jewish topics, including culture, spirituality, and history. Events prioritize inclusivity, inviting participants from all backgrounds to engage in dialogue and learning[1][4]. While specific programming details are not publicly listed, Limmud Canada’s approach aligns with the global movement’s values of empowerment, volunteerism, and intellectual curiosity[1][2].

Affiliated Initiatives
Search results indicate potential overlap or collaboration with Limmud FSU Canada, a sister organization targeting Russian-speaking Jewish communities. Limmud FSU Canada, established in 2014, focuses on reconnecting Russian-Jewish immigrants to their heritage through conferences, leadership development, and partnerships with groups like Chabad Russian Center and JNF Canada[2][3][5]. Though distinct in audience, both entities share the Limmud ethos of grassroots learning and community-building[2][5].

Governance and Funding
As a registered charity, Limmud Canada operates under Canada Revenue Agency guidelines and relies on donations to sustain its programming[1]. While direct funding sources are not specified, affiliated initiatives like Limmud FSU Canada list sponsors such as the Nathan and Lily Silver Family Foundation and partnerships with Jewish organizations[5].

Impact
Though attendance figures for Limmud Canada are not detailed, Limmud FSU Canada reports events attracting over 700 participants annually, reflecting the broader movement’s success in fostering Jewish engagement among diverse demographics[3][5]. The volunteer-centric model underscores its commitment to cultivating leadership within Jewish communities across Canada[2][3].

See Also
Limmud – Global Jewish educational movement[4].
Limmud FSU – Initiative for Russian-speaking Jewish communities[2][3].

Notes
Specific details about Limmud Canada’s events, leadership, and operational structure remain unclear from available sources. Further clarification is needed to distinguish its activities from affiliated Limmud initiatives in Canada.