Painting the psychology of Passover

Esther Gelcer believes the struggle from slavery to freedom represents the process of psychotherapy and personal transformation. “We were all slaves under the yoke of life’s problems but, once we free ourselves from these, we become masters of our world,” she says. “The process, like 40 years in the desert, is long and arduous, but once you go through ‘the parting of the sea’ you’re at a point of no return; you are committed.” The artistic interpretations, inspired by Gelcer’s work as a clinical psychologist, were published in a haggadah created by Brenda and Paul Hoffert. The full series of 19 illustrations will be displayed for auction at Toronto’s Habonim Congregation (5 Glen Park Ave.) for two weeks, starting with an opening event on April 2, with proceeds going to Habonim.

Chag Sameach from Amica On The Avenue and Amica Thornhill. Sending warm thoughts and blessings as you gather at the Seder to celebrate with those you love.

This Passover help us raise 75 scholarships to mark Israel’s 75th!

In honour of Israel’s 75th anniversary, Tel Aviv University Cananda is launching a special scholarship campaign for students with nancial need.

Israel’s massive investment in education over the past 75 years has proved critical in positioning the Jewish State as a world leader in technology, innovation, agriculture, biomedicine and many other spheres – eventually transforming it into the Startup Nation. Tel Aviv University has been a key driver in this growth and leadership over decades.

Now, you can be a part of Israel’s future innovation by helping talented young students realise their academic potential.

Visit https://togiveisgood.cftau.ca to contribute to the 75-for-75 Scholarship Campaign

Lee, CPA, CA

Munsoor A. Khan, CPA, CA

Michael Hummel, CPA, CA

Stephen Chesney, FCPA, FCA

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