Membership
Join the Vibrant Darchei Noam Community
Discover a community where tradition meets innovation, and where your journey is celebrated. At Darchei Noam, we embody the spirit of Reconstructionist Judaism with our motto: Deeply rooted; Boldly relevant.
Why Choose Darchei Noam?
Connect with the heart of our community by hearing from members who have grown with us, witnessed our growth, and recently found their home here.
Is Darchei Noam Right for You?
Darchei Noam is a diverse and inclusive congregation, welcoming individuals of all backgrounds, orientations, and family structures. Whether you’re a patrilineal Jew, part of an interfaith family, identify as 2SLGBTQ+, a Jew of Colour, regardless of how you identify, we embrace you as a part of our diverse community. Explore the richness of our community, where everyone finds a place to belong.
- For Children: Explore our range of programs tailored for children of all ages, from music for babies to teen programs. Join us on a journey of joyful learning and celebration.
- For Adults: Engage in stimulating programs, including adult education, caregiver support, interfaith dialogue, Israel connections, and more. Darchei Noam is committed to lifelong spiritual growth and learning.
- Tikkun Olam – Repairing the World: Join hands in meaningful initiatives addressing social justice issues such as poverty alleviation, affordable housing, the environment, Out of the Cold, and support for newcomers to Canada.
- Connecting to Israel: Discover a balanced view of Israeli life and culture through Israeli dancing, film, arts, education, and discussions that respect the diversity of opinions within our community.
- Meet Our Inspiring Rabbis: Our Rabbis are dedicated to serving and caring for those in our community and beyond. They meet you wherever you are on your Jewish journey to provide guidance, a pastoral ear, connection to Jewish text, to laugh, to cry and everything in between.
- Friends and Community: Experience the warmth of our community through both formal and informal connections. Whether celebrating joy or supporting each other in times of need, Darchei Noam is a place of belonging.
- Accessibility Matters: Our commitment to inclusivity is reflected in our accessible facilities, with accessible parking, elevator access to all floors, wheelchair access, large print prayer books, and a scent-reduced environment. Your needs matter to us!
Ready to Visit?
We invite you to experience Darchei Noam firsthand. Attend our Shabbat services or join our open programs throughout the year. Contact us to arrange for a community member to accompany you and make your visit truly welcoming.
Membership Contributions
Darchei Noam sustains itself through the generous contributions of its members. Membership contributions are paid monthly, with tax receipts issued. New members enjoy a substantial discount.
Financial circumstances should never be a barrier to membership. Darchei Noam welcomes all and offers a confidential process for Membership Contribution Relief.
Ready to Join?
If you are inspired by a value-driven, caring community, eager to shape our Jewish future, and seeking a place to belong, we can’t wait to meet you. Membership is open to anyone Jewish, with a Jewish spouse, or actively in the conversion process. For more details about our Membership Contribution structure, please click here.
Follow this link to express your interest in discussing membership, and we will reach out to you soon. Include your name, phone number, and anything else you’d like us to know. We look forward to welcoming you to our vibrant community!
