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Hillel Waterloo & Laurier,
your Jewish home away from home!
Experience everything Hillel Waterloo & Laurier has to offer.
Dive into a world where friendships flourish and cultural connections thrive. Whether you're seeking a sense of belonging, eager to expand your social circle, or simply curious about the richness of Jewish heritage, Hillel Waterloo & Laurier is your gateway to an enriching student-life experience.
Events
Discover & engage!
Come, explore, and embark on a journey filled with new friendships, meaningful experiences, and a deep sense of community. Whether it’s bagel lunches, Holocaust education programming, engaging mentorship programs, lively nightlife events, or the empowerment of our leadership council – there's something for everyone. There's an abundance of opportunities waiting for you at Hillel Waterloo & Laurier – let's create unforgettable memories together!
Resources
Finding resources that elevate your Jewish lifestyle should be easy.
Birthright Israel
Explore the best beaches, trek the deserts, tour ancient sites, and enjoy mouthwatering cuisine. Get up close and personal with local culture and make memories that will last a lifetime.
Community
The Rohr Chabad Centre for Jewish Life
Chabad is your address for everything Jewish. Attend exciting holiday programs, participate in enriching classes, and connect with others over a reinvigorating Shabbat meal. There are so many opportunities available just around the corner!
Community
Jewski
Hillel Jewski is our group for Russian-speaking Jewish students on campus. It is designed to connect Russian-speaking students to each other as well as to the greater Jewish community on campus. Programs range from paid internships, social and cultural programming, and holiday celebrations. Once a Jewski, always a Jewski!
Wellness
Mental Health Resources
From managing stress, anxiety or loneliness to dealing with challenging relationships or learning exceptionalities, Hillel Ontario’s in-house therapist is just a click away. Online, on our confidential counselling platform, or in person at the Hillel Ontario office.
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Help enrich the lives of Waterloo & Laurier's Jewish students.
Consider this:
95% of young Jewish adults between the ages of 18-24 years old can be found on a university or college campus somewhere across North America. And studies show a trend that these Jewish adults are less likely to celebrate Shabbat and Jewish holidays than previous generations.
The good news?
Hillel students are THREE TIMES MORE LIKELY to celebrate Shabbat and Jewish holidays after they graduate than those who did not participate in Hillel.
Thank you for ensuring we can reverse this trend.
Meet the Team
The dedicated faces of Hillel Waterloo & Laurier