Star Gala For Montreal Seminary

By COLlive reporter

More than 400 members of the Montreal Jewish community joined the Chaya Mushka Seminary in celebrating the Chabad institution for young women’s 25th anniversary gala on Thursday, October 30, 2014.

This year, as the seminary celebrated this special milestone of a quarter century of excellence in education, they took the opportunity of honoring the past recipients of their Chai Award.

Guests were treated to an elegant and delectable dinner catered by veteran caterer Simone Toledano, a lively auction hosted by honoree Andy Nulman, moving speeches and an “All Star” award ceremony.

The spirited Live Auction and popular Silent Auction provided much needed funds for students in need of financial assistance, allowing some of the brightest and most motivated ladies from around the world to thrive in the spiritually enhanced environment of the Seminary.

“When we support an institute like Chaya Mushka Seminary, we secure a promise of a Jewish tomorrow,” said Rabbi Avraham Cohen, Director of Chaya Mushka Seminary.

Rabbi Michoel Dahan, Dean of the Seminary, addressed the attendees on the importance of the Chinuch offered at The Seminary and the success the seminary has enjoyed since its inception 25 years ago. He spoke of the important work the students accomplish in the Montreal Community and later throughout the world on Shlichus.

Rabbi Dahan also paid a special tribute to Mrs. Tzivi Zaklos OBM who was a beloved and revered teacher at the Seminary. Girls from all over the world have gained knowledge and insight from her teachings and continue to impart this knowledge wherever they are today, be it as mothers, teachers or on Shlichus.

Mrs. Malky Zejger, an alumna of the Seminary and a Shlucha of the Rebbe in Ukraine, addressed participants on the meaningful experience and education she received while attending the Seminary and how she applies that knowledge in her daily life on Shlichus.

Israel’s Consul General for Quebec Ziv Nevo-Kulman wished the Seminary continued success as part of the Chabad global activities.

After the gala and awards ceremony, guests were treated to a fabulous concert by the sensational Dudu Fisher. In total, more than 1000 people attended the concert and enjoyed the world renowned singer’s performance.

Rabbi Cohen concluded that “As long as we have partners like we have at our side, we will continue to provide the finest education to the Jewish mothers, teachers and leaders of tomorrow.”