Federation engages young adults through social events, leadership development, professional networking, skills-building workshops, microgrants, and volunteer opportunities. We act as a catalyst, convener, and connector so young adults can build community, contribute, and grow.
Our goal is a vibrant, inclusive Jewish Ottawa where young adults belong, connect, and lead. Your gift helps ensure Jewish life, inspire Jewish connections, and secure our Jewish future. Together, we are Here for Good.
Get to know us! Check the Events page, watch for us on Instagram, or contact Oren Baray, Young Adults and Newcomers Associate for a coffee and a chat or to join our WhatsApp group!
Co-chairs, Young Adult Campaign 2026:
Thierry Lafontaine-Chicha
Thierry is excited to serve as Co-Chair of the Young Adult 2025 Campaign and as Co-Chair of the 2026 J-Fellows cohort. Since moving to Ottawa in 2022, he has been an active member of the Jewish community, contributing through financial workshops and as a NextGen High Donor. Professionally, Thierry works at RBC Wealth Management Dominion Securities as an Associate Wealth Advisor, where he supports high-net-worth clients with their financial goals. He is passionate about building strong connections among young Jewish adults and empowering his peers to invest in the future of the community. Thierry looks forward to helping lead a campaign that inspires engagement, generosity, and impact, while guiding the next generation of J-Fellows in their personal and professional growth.
Elisabeth Levin
Elisabeth will serve as Co-Chair of the Young Adult 2025 Campaign as well as Co-Chair of the 2026 J-Fellows cohort. A long-time Ottawa resident, she is passionate about building connections among young Jewish adults and inspiring the next generation of leaders in the community. Professionally, Elisabeth works as a Consulting Manager at EY, where she supports clients in delivering complex business, digital, and people transformations. Through her involvement in J-Fellows, she has contributed to projects welcoming newcomers to Ottawa and continues to champion initiatives that foster inclusion and innovation. Elisabeth is dedicated to creating opportunities for young adults to share ideas, build community, and make a meaningful impact.
J-Fellows is the Jewish Federation of Ottawa’s flagship initiative for young professionals, designed to build your leadership skills, expand your professional network, and inspire impactful contributions to your workplace and the community. More
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The Ben Gurion Society is a leadership development and recognition program aimed at individuals aged 25 to 40, who take part in programs aimed at sharing forward-thinking ideas with the goal of advancing the Jewish community. More
Israel Bonds is a proud sponsor of Federation's Young Adult Division. For more info: Anita Almstedt - Executive Director, Ottawa & Atlantic Canada Registered Representative Office. 613.792.1142