Beth Jacob Synagogue nominee Brenda Burjaw

Brenda Burjaw serves on the Beth Jacob Synagogue executive committee as treasurer, but her contributions are so much deeper than any one title could describe. In addition to working tirelessly to balance our budget, negotiate supplier contracts, and develop exciting and effective events, Bre…

HHA nominee Enza Naftali

The Hamilton Hebrew Academy, and many other organizations in our community, are privileged to be the beneficiaries of Enza Naftali's giving spirit.  Endowed with immense culinary talents, Enza is undaunted by any challenge.  Singlehandedly, she rises to the moment creating events for, at t…

JNF nominee Mark Levitt

JNF is pleased to nominate Mark Levitt for a Shem Tov award. We feel this is a recognition and public display of our appreciation that is long overdue.  As a member of our board of directors, we would be hard- pressed to recall an event or board meeting at which Mark was not present. He is …

McMaster Hillel nominates Josh Arbess

Throughout the last year, Josh served as president of the McMaster Hillel, managing a 20-person executive and being the face of Hillel for the campus and the McMaster Jewish community. Josh has a strong commitment to community and to Jewish life on campus and led the Jewish community at McMa…

Hamilton Jewish Family Services Shem Tov nominee

Agy Ferdinand


Agy has been a dedicated volunteer at Hamilton Jewish Family Services for many years. Her enthusiasm, kindness, and willingness to go above and beyond makes a tremendous difference to everyone. Agy is noted for her kind words and actions towards others. She is also noted for …