Creating Beautiful Smiles
Power Outages and COR
For COR Mashgichim, prolonged power outages pose a kashrus challenge. Since no one knows when power is to be restored, Mashgichim are on call, expected to be on site at a moment’s notice, to open fridges and freezers and turn on stoves and ovens. In some facilities, specifically where the mode of supervision is yotze v’nichnas (spot check inspections), the Mashgiach may not know whether electric switches of ovens and other cooking implements were left in the “on” or the “off” position. If switches were indeed left in the “on” position , then the restoration of power to the oven may pose a problem of bishul (and pas) akum
Several COR certified facilities such as retirement homes and hospitals have their own generators which can be used to restore power in cases of emergency. Other facilities such as restaurants, caterers, supermarkets and bakeries have to wait patiently until the city’s power lines are restored. When power goes on, either through a generator or through city hydro lines, ovens whose switches are in the on position will simply ignite and begin heating up until they are ready to be used for cooking. At that point, chefs and bakers will start their work immediately to catch up and feed their clients and customers. The problem is that since power lines are restored by gentiles and chefs may also be gentiles then the food will be cooked entirely by gentiles and be rendered bishul akum While chefs and bakers are well aware that they are never allowed to turn on ovens and other cooking implements, they are, as a general rule, allowed to use ovens that are already ignited.
Bishul akum is the prohibition against eating many types of food if cooked by a gentile. While there are some communities that require that the entire cooking be performed by a Jew, the prevalent custom is to allow food to be cooked by a gentile so as long as a Jew participates in the cooking process either by igniting the fire, stoking the coals or lighting the pilot lights on gas ovens. In our case, cooking is performed by a gentile chef. Furthermore, the oven is ignited, albeit indirectly, by the gentile who restored power; seemingly an obvious problem of bishul akum
The Gemara cites an interesting case which is relevant to this discussion . If a gentile sets a pasture on fire and inadvertently cooks all of the grasshoppers in the field, the grasshoppers are permitted for consumption. The Gemara explains that the prohibition of bishul akum applies only when there is kavana (intention) to cook. We might consider applying this line of reasoning to our case. Since the person who restores power does not intend to cook, there should be no issue of bishul akum.
That said, we must recognize that there is a clear difference between our case and the case of the grasshoppers. In that case, the grasshoppers are already in the spot that they will eventually be cooked. The one who lights the field on fire is wholly responsible for cooking them. Since he does not intend to cook the grasshoppers are permitted. In our case, however, even after the power is restored and the ovens are ignited, the food still needs to be placed into the oven or onto the cooking implements so that it can cook. The person who places the food in the oven or onto the implements does so intentionally and is ultimately responsible for cooking thereby rendering the food bishul akum.
During a power outage, COR must be ready to deploy its dedicated Mashgichim at a moment’s notice. We express our sincerest gratitude to them for their dedication.
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8:00am Weekday morning minyan at Clanton Park shul upstairs. On Sundays & official holidays we daven at 9:00am. 416-838-9965.
8:00am minyan in ThornhillAteres Mordechai 230 Arnold Ave. 905-597-3157 email: info@ateresmordechai.com
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MINCHA
2pm Mincha at Westmount Shul#250 - 10 Disera Dr. (1 block west of Bathurst, north of Ctr). Mon-Thurs in winter. 905-881-7485. www.westmountshul.com
1:00pm Mon-Thurs Finch 400/Weston/Islington Dana Trading Co 40 Penn Drive 416-747-7778
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1:00pm winter, 2:00pm summer Mincha Hwy 7 & Woodbine Yogen Fruz head office, 210 Shields Court. Contact: Volvi Bergman wbergman@officecentral.com
2:00pm daily mincha Mon-Thurs Aden Earthworks 147A Bentworth.
2pm Mincha at 197 Spadina Ave. Suite 500 (n/e corner of Phoebe & Spadina, north of Queen, east side of Spadina) please email shelagh@yad.ca
1:40pm Olympia Tile 15 Dufflaw Rd. 2nd flr. Mon-Thurs Tzvi Hess 416-785-9555 x217.
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2:00pm Mincha Dufferin/Glencairn 2778 Dufferin Street Main Floor Meirʼs Office Shteible. Cholent served every Thursday.
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Shabbos Mincha Gedola - 2:00pm at 35 Stormont 416-782-3328.
2:00pm New year round mincha minyan. 333 Wilson Ave Suite 201 entrance thru west stairwell Bathurst/Wilson
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3:30pm Mincha Mon-Thurs 265 Rimrock Rd Suite 265 Allen & Sheppard) Jeff 647-930-3038.
3:15pm Mincha, 6pm Arvit 10 McAllister Road. 2 blocks south of Sheppard. For more info please contact 647-857-6600.
3:15pm Mon-Thurs - Friedberg Mercantile 220 Bay St. 6th floor corner of Bay/Wellington 416-364-1171.
Yeshiva Gedola Zichron Shmaryahu (Mesivta) Shachris 7:30am, Mincha 3:00, 3:30 Maariv 9:30, 10:00 70 Faiholme Ave.
Daily minyanim in Kollel Yismach Moshe 4116 Bathurst St. Shachris: 6:55 am Mon-Fri, Sun 7:30am Arvit: 9:15pm
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Cleaning Service for your home $20/hr. Visit www.homekeeperstoronto.ca or call 437-446-7399.
Sefarim/Book Binding Service in Thornhill $10 per Book/Sefer Good Quality! Please call/text 437-255-2992
Chai Lifeline Canada - providing support & services to Jewish families & kids affected by life threatening & life long illness. Strictly confidential 647-430-5933
Clothing donation drop offs to benefit Jewish schools. Yeshiva Yesodei Hatorah 77 Glen Rush box next to garbage bins SE side of lot. Bobov Cheder 44 Champlain Blvd Green bin located north of the front entrance. To add a bin to your school, fundraisers call 416-220-7073.
Jewish Senior Circle pairs volunteers with lonely seniors in their places of residence - private homes, nursing or retirement homes. To sign up a senior in need contact Jewish Senior Circle 647-770-9870 levi@jewishseniorcircle.com www.jewishseniorcircle.com
MORTGAGE FUNDS - Private funds available for 2nd mortgage loans on qualifying residential property. Reasonable rates. Heter Iska. Call Myer at 416-256-9823 or email mb@mblegal.ca
Pushka pickup - replacement service if you have a ChaiLifeline, KCC or JHF Pushka - email with your address. thetzedakacanman@gmail.com
PHONE CUBBIES WITH CHARGERS. Limited Time Offer. As a zechus for Acheinu Kol Beis Yisroel, we are now offering the phone cubbies with chargers at no cost to shuls and Mosdos haTorah. Many shuls have already installed them and the feedback has been very positive. There is a limited supply. Please contact Dovid Appelbaum at dovidapps@gmail.com or 647-710-7815 for more information and for installation. Tizkeh limitzvos.
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GEMACHS
SIMCHAS
Gemach Ateres Malkacrown & veils for brides. Call Judy 647-992-5839 for an appt. Located in Thornhill. accepting donations of crowns & veils in perfect condition only.
Gemach for plastic serving bowls, platters, spoons & forks. Mirror ties & vases for centerpieces. Lilui nishmas Meir Shimshon Hacohen ben Eliezer Litman and Tamar bas Yosef. 647-778-0076 (Michal)
Miriamʼs Closet - beautiful sheva brachos outfits for kallah & her mother. Shani & Bracha 416-828-6462, 647-217-2259
Cake Gemach - Simcha to Simcha to donate items left from your simcha & enhance someone elseʼs simcha please call Mrs. Susie Bierbrier 416-875-5686 or Mrs. Ruth Galet 416-523-7082 we will be happy to pick up your cookies, petit-fours, cakes, chocolate, nuts & candy.
Brit Yitzchak Gemach - copies of sefer “Brit Olam” with the special learning seder for leil habrit available for Sephardim to borrow. 416-518-8177.
"Gemach Glickel Chana" A selection of gowns for your next simcha. Located in Thornhill. Sunday & Weekday appointments only. No evenings. L'zecher Nishmas Glickel Chana Bas Chaim. To book appointment email Thornhillgowngemach@gmail.com
Chuppah Tefillah Card Gemach Making a wedding? Beautiful tefillah cards available for loan. Please contact Rachel at 647-710-8767 or email chuppahcardstoronto@gmail.com
On The House Tablecloth Gemachlarge array of beautiful tablecloths for your simcha. Also some centrepieces avail. Call Fraidy 416-789-4273.
Petals & Lace Gown Rentalchildren-preteen 416-787-9817 42 Dufflaw Rd. CALL FOR HRS
Wedding Shtick Gemach - all proceeds go to Hachnosas Kallah of Toronto. Please call Michal 416-782-3366 evenings.
Gowns for Mother-of-the-Bride & family - Call Suri 416-783-7465.
Boys Simcha Outfits - Hachnosas Kallah sizes 18mths - 6x. 416-789-2320.
Kallah Sneakers Gemach Please text 416-450-8699 167 McMorran Cresc, Thornhill
The Toronto Women's Clothing Gemach. Accepting donations in excellent condition, current styles. Call or text 416-726-1726 for drop off locations & hours to shop. Proceeds go to local Kollel.
Place Cards - we have place cards that include 2-4 line poems to encourage Shmiras Halashon at a simcha. Avail. in cream & white colours. Free of charge. Lʼillui nishmas Rebbetzin P. Weinberg a”h. Please call Esther Rochel 416-787-6780.
Bris Card Gemach - tefillah for mother, father, guest attending bris & the nusach of bris. Please call 416-789-9745.
Bris/Pidyon Haben Gemach
Zichron Pessy - beautiful bris outfits, poya, pillow cover & tray. Call/text Chaya Goldstein 647-470-7816
Petticoat/Crinolin Gemach
Lots of stock - women & girls Come any time the Perfect Fit is open. cheque deposit per petticoat. 416-782-8378 donations welcome
Bencher Gemach - lʼilui nishmas HaRav Yitzchak Gamliel ben HaRav Noach HaLevi Witty zt”l. 905-709-6445.
Hachnosas Orchim Gemach - quilts, pillows, linen, towels, hot plates, heaters, urns, negel vasser sets available for short term loan. Call Mrs. Leah Esther Fuhrer 416-787-2234 or Mrs. Frumie DʼAncona 416-780-1312.
Simcha Gemach - items such as salad bowls, serving pieces, trays, kiddush cups, challah knives, salt shakers, chafing dishes, hot water urns, baskets, chocolate fountain, centrepieces. A few coat racks & some tablecloths. Call Sori 416-787-9582.
Zichron Yehudit Bridal Jewellery Gemach - for more information please call Barbara at 416-837-1710
SIMCHA BASKETS - fully stocked toiletries basket for the ladies room at your simcha $20 (fee used to restock) call/text 647-333-2352
Simcha Vases (25) - 24” tall clear glass “Pilsner” vases for arrangements either in vase or on top Brand new. $6 rental each. Partial proceeds to Chai Lifeline. 905-881-6340.
Maternity Gown Gemach - now carrying full length gowns & 2 pieces that are appropriate for family weddings. Call for an appointment. Miri Kaufman 416-932-6632.
Gorgeous chuppa cards with tefillos for the Chosson & Kallah available to use. Contact M. Wachsman 647-741-1336 markitgraphicdesign@gmail.com
Lucite Chuppa Cards with Tefillos to say at the time of the chuppa. Available to borrow for your next simcha. Please call/text Esti 416-835-8942.
Bris Gemach - Beautiful pillow & outfit to use for bris milah. Lʼilui nishmas Rʼ Aryeh Ben Nesanel Lemberger. 647-349-8166
Beautiful cards with tefillos for before the Chuppah available to be borrowed.
Mrs. D. Jakubowitz 416-789-9745.
Bris Gemach - lʼilui nishmas Harav Raphael ben David Ohayon z”l Beautiful bris pillow & white knit outfit with a blanket to use for bris milah. Starter kit includes gauze pads, vaseline & antibiotics ointment. Call/text Shani Kanner 416-801-9397 pidyon haben tray available too.
LIBRARY
Free lending gemach for books that strengthen emunah & bitachon. “The Secret To Miraculous Salvation”, “Living with Emunah” & others. Please text 416-826-1281.
Chumashim & Siddurim Gemach we carry chumashim, siddurim, bentchers & challah covers. Lʼillui nishmas Rivka Chana bas Yaakov. 416-785-1169
Emunah book & CD Gemach - many titles available for loan. All on the topic of emunah & bitachon. Call 416-887-7672 & leave a message. Lʼillui nishmas Harav Zachariah Mines zt”l.
CLOTHING/SHAITELS
New maternity gemach in Thornhill. By appt to pick out clothes or drop off (south drop off location available) 416-727-0102 pls text or call
Bais Yaakov High School Uniform Gemach- uniforms available by appt. 416-782-2417.
Bnos Bais Yaakov Uniform Gemachuniforms available & to drop off call R. Tauber. 416-256-1694.
The Shaitel Gemach of Toronto is now offering haircut services for children and women. Very affordable. Please call Elisheva for an appointment 647-770-7462.
Toronto Shaitel Gemach Leiluy reb A.Yekutiel Ben Meir All your shaitels needs Wash & set for $20 same day service; dye hair too. Please call Esthe Lipovenko @ 437-221-6585
Shaitel Gemacher - have a wig not right for you? Let someone else enjoy it! Call Shully Feigenbaum 416-785-5133.
Toronto Shaitel Gemach is offering haircuts, hair colour, hair/wig treatments, wash, blowdry & style at my place. Bathurst/Lawrence. Enquire for FREE haircuts. Very affordable. Call Mrs. Kaplan 647-809-8673.
Tznisdik Hospital Gowns - available to borrow. 416-256-4350.
Shabbos hats for men needed for gemach. Drop off is 77 Sultana Ave. email walkincloset1@gmail.com for info
Bais Yaakov Elementary School Uniform Gemach is now located at 137 Caribou Rd. Please drop off any like-new uniforms you are no longer using at the front door. For appointments to take from our beautiful selection of free uniforms please call/text Chavi Woldiger 416-988-9153.
Mens & Boys Gemach - featuring suits, white shirts, dark pants, dressy shoes, leather belts, coats size 10 kids to adults. $5-$25 Charles, Tyrwhitt, Canali, Boss, Zegna, Strellson, Brooks Bros etc. For appt or to drop off donation call 416-780-1333 or email walkincloset1@gmail.com
New Dressy Clothes Gmach in Thornhill! Tznius dressy clothing available! Come try on and keep whatever works for you. It is for the community, so no charge! I am currently collecting donations of Shabbos, Yontif, Sheva Brochos type clothing for women and teens. To donate please contact me, Chani Abrams at 647 687 0447 or chanirosenberg@gmail.com
Thornhill Ladies Clothing Gemach. 18 Rodeo Drive. 647-406-9196 sherrylynnsolomon@gmail.com 9am-sunset daily. No appt necessary to browse but appts needed for dropping off items.
Tznius Awareness - CDs now available from the kinus lʼilui nishmas Mrs. S. Konigsberg a”h. Also available: EZ necklastic kits & knee covers. Min. charge to cover costs. Please call 416-398-5785.
RIDES/CARPOOLS
Car/Booster Seat Gemach - short or long term. Call Rhona Wunsch. 416-783-9323.
Car Booster Seats available for short term use. Call Batya 416-256-7507.
Chap-A-Ride to your out of town destination - Need a ride? Offering one? Sending a peckel? 416-782-7141.
MISCELLANEOUS
Hachnosas Orchim for out of towners coming to Toronto to date (Shidduchim related) Need a place with privacy? Total confidentiality. No need to stay in a hotel. Call us, itʼs our pleasure. 416-633-1749.
Electric & manual pump gemach. New! Many Medela pumps avail for up to a year. Spectra Pumps also available. Email elishevakest@gmail.com
If you are pregnant & need help with suppers: Volunteers bring suppers for 4 weeks to me to be picked up anonymously. To volunteer/get help email anonymousbutnotalone toronto@gmail.com
Moving? Need boxes? Come to the back of Kitchen Art (2821 Bathurst St) & help yourself from the brown bin at the right of the door. Call 416-787-9326 to check availability.
Mezzuzah Gemach - moving? in between homes/apartments? checking yours? Short term loans available. Please call 905-889-9970. Lʼillui nishmas Frimshe bas Shraga Feivish a”h.
NEW PURIM COSTUME GEMACH with a variety of costumes for all ages. Lʼilui nishmas Shimon Yehuda ben Chaim Yeshaya Shlomo a”h. Please call/text Esther for appt. 416-455-2391.
Kosher Ipad for short hospital stays. If someone you know is going to the hospital overnight (r”l) call for a new ipad preloaded ONLY with koshergames (more options avail on request) 647-261-7775.
Bikur Cholim 416-783-7983
ALL OCCASION CARDS -
Want to congratulate or mark a special anniversary? Recognize a friend or acquaintance? Want to remember a loved one? Nichum Aveilim? All of these can be tastefully done with our cards. New design & price. MEDICAL EQUIPMENT - to borrow or donate medical equipment Please call the Bikur Cholim office 416-783-7983
Clubfoot/Develpmental Hip Dysplasia - was your newborn just diagnosed? Maybe we can help. 647-300-4168.
Be Seen & Be Safe Reflective Safety Gemach. armbands, belts, tape etc. Do you or a loved one walk at night? Be safe at night & help others be safe. Email or text to arrange pickup willowbrookstoronto@gmail.com 647-708-8201 pickup in Thornhill. In loving memory of Bracha bas Mini donations of reflective items also welcome.
Sukkah Gemach Do you have/need a sukkah or equipment? contact us & we will try to connect those who need with those who want to give away. Lʼilui nishmas Rʼ Naftoli Tzvi Ben Harav Yosef Chaim Avrohom z”l. Email sukkahgemach@gmail.com
Multiples Gemach - for families expecting multiples. Clothing, diapers, various toys, sleeping & feeding items. Please email youngalona@gmail.com or whatsapp 416-804-4600.
Pidyon Haben Gemach Items for pidyon haben, coins to purchase, list of kohanim, packages of garlic & sugar, pillow & clothing. Liʼilui nishmas Mrs. Ester Eichorn Contact Ben at ben@eichornrealty.com 416-666-0242.
Doula Gemach - get prenatal, labour & postpartum support for reassurance, comfort & guidance as well as positive birth experience. Have a fulfilling birth memory while paying what you can for a trained/experienced doula. Please call Batsheva at 647-766-5425.
lʼilui nishmas Tamara Taube bas Ephraim.
Crutches Gemach Refael David - short term loan of crutches.
Lʼzchus Refael Dovid ben Bracha lʼrefuah shelaima. Please call 416-567-5656
INTRODUCING: The new CHA-LOVE Formula Gemach To request or donate safety sealed, non expired formula, coupons or sterile water for mixing, please contact 416-880-7417 or email chaloveformula@gmail.com
Chaya Gemach - Lʼilui nishmat
Chaya bat Moshe (N”Y) Helping to get information for Hebrew schools, Hachnosas Orchim, kosher food in the Jewish community. Call Esther Lipovenko 437-221-6585
Are you or your child laid up in bed? is someone you know recuperating for whatever reason? Would it help to have educating, inspiring & kosher entertainment available on hand? Please call 416-726-4969.
High Prescription Drug Costs?Gemach to help access government program that can assist with the cost of prescription drugs. Contact Yitzchak 416-256-7507.
Liven Up Your Simcha do you or anyone you know want some extra excitement at a wedding? Bais Yaakov type girls are happily ready to liven up your simcha. Call 416-616-9218
Mezuzah Gemach - long or short term. Lʼilui nishmas Esther Berocho bas Eliezer a”h. Please call or email ben@eichornrealty.com 416-666-0242.
ChallosRUs is making challahs with proceeds going to people who need it. Contact challosrus@gmail.com Challah is taken. All ingredients yoshon. Challah baked by Sarah Chaya Basser. References samples available upon request.
Baal Tashchis Gemach - are you making a simcha/party or gathering? Call us anytime & we will pick up the groceries/ leftovers. 416-780-1333 Cooked items will need some hechsher. All food goes respectfully to families in need.
Remote control adjustable beds for post surgery & rehab patients. Available for long term loans. bryskine@gmail.com
Gemach Zichron Esther Bracha we provide assistance in coordinating all shiva needs Bentzy 416-666-0242 or Tzvi 647-862-8501.
New Chair Gemach - white garden chairs. Pickup in Thornhill. Call 416-729-4598 to reserve.
Do you bake 5lbs of Challah on Thursday night or Friday? Please join our Gemach & daven for others. Call 416-CHALLAH (416-242-5524) We
Crutches Gemach Refael David - short term loan of crutches. Lʼzchus Refael Dovid ben Bracha lʼrefuah shelaima. Please call 416-567-5656
Diaper Gemach - if you have any unopened box/packages of diapers or are a family in need, please email TOdiapergemach@gmail.com or text 416-939-9390. Confidential
Pushka Pickup - pickup service for Rʼ Meir Baal Hanes, Bikur Cholim, BYES, Ashreinu 416-781-5372 gelbfamily1234@gmail.com
No time to cook? Bring it & Iʼll cook it for you. Please call Rina 416-209-0406
Liʼilui nishmat Rivka bat Chai.
If you have leftover food from a simcha or event and want to donate it please contact danielle.morris@rogers.com will make sure thaat it goes to people who are food insecure. Tizku Lʼmitzvot
Looking for a PLATE to break at the wedding? We are happy to provide. Lilui nishmas Rosa Barna 416-824-4135.
GPS Gemach - available for short term rentals at no charge. Please call 416-890-8944.
Mezuzah Gemach - Lʼilui nishmas
Chaya Faiga Mirel bas Yechiel Ephraim Fishel. Call Devora & leave a message 416-831-4718. Short term
Winter Gloves GemachMeshulochim & visitors in temporary need of winter gloves & scarves. 416-789-1515 if no answer, leave a message.
Tefillin Gemach - tefillin available for short term loans (both right & left).
Lʼiluui nishmas Rʼ Simcha ben Binyomin Felsenburg a”h. Please contact Kahan Family 416-782-8766.
NEW! Need to borrow (short term) a Pack n Play or cots with mattresses? Text Dianna at 416-662-1551
Simi Abrams z”l Hockey Equipment Gmach in Thornhill. Hockey equipment and skates for young kids up to teens. It is for the community so no charge. I also accept donations. Come and take what you need! By appointment only. Chani Abrams 647 687 0446 pls text as I canʼt take calls at work. Or email chanirosenberg@gmail.com
Menucha Simcha Gemach - Lʼilui
Mrs. M.S. Bat Shimon AʼH. Lice check/ Shaboss/Weekday cooking bring it & Iʼll cook it for you! Please call E. Lipovenko 437-221-6585.
New! Gorgeous Bracha Acharona (& Kiddusha Raba) Cards for your Kiddush. Designed for any occasion & comes with nice stands. Please call for pick up & drop off. M Wachsman 647-741-1336
Doula Gemach - get prenatal, labour & postpartum support for reassurance, comfort & guidance as well as positive birth experience. Have a fulfilling birth memory while paying what you can for a trained/experienced doula. Please call Batsheva at 647-766-5425. lʼilui nishmas Tamara Taube bas Ephraim.
Beautifully Illustrated Tribute Cards -available “in honour of” or “in memory of”. Proceeds go to Eim Habonim Smecha, an organization for over 500 single parent families in Israel. Call 416-638-3366.
Toronto Gift Gemach - Come in to shop for a gift for a loved one or choose something for yourself. I carry table and kitchenware, judaica, cookbooks, womens & mens accessories. Naomi Rosenblum 416-414-5541.
High Prescription Drug Costs?Gemach to help access government program that can assist with the cost of prescription drugs. Contact Yitzchak 416-256-7507.
New medical equipment gemach in Thornhill. To borrow boots, walkers, crutches, wheelchairs etc please contact Sara Plonka at srplonka@gmail.com
Notary Public Available - evenings in the Bathurst/Lawrence area. Free service for seminary/yeshiva students, cross border travel etc. 416-782-5219, 416-749-4092 or dbotnick@rogers.com
CHALLAH GEMACH - Bathurst/ Lawrence. We will bake fresh (amazing) challahs weekly for those in need. Pay what you can, all proceeds to Tomchai Shabbos. For pickup only. Text 647-531-5024 latest by Thurstday night
Kosher Cleaning For Pesach Gemach - book ahead of time Call Chaya Elisheva Kaplan 647-809-8673
Are you making a Simcha?
Speak to Simcha, Simcha will Sing for your Simcha! Weddings, Kumzitz, Bar Mitzva's, Sheva Brochos etc. Please call (437)-329-8734 for inquiries.
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