Bereavement
We truly care about our members. At Beth Torah, our clergy is here for you during all
lifecycle events, both simchas and unfortunate times of struggle, sadness, and distress.
To book a time to speak with Rabbi Yossi at any stage of bereavement—whether you
are struggling with impending loss or the aftermath, please contact us confidentially
at director@bethtorah.ca or (416) 782 4495 ext. 42.
To speak with Cantor Ben, please contact him directly at cantor@bethtorah.ca
or (416) 782 4495 ext. 30.
If you need to reach clergy after hours regarding an end-of-life circumstance,
please call (416) 508-8755. They will be in touch with you shortly.
You may also connect with a funeral home such as Benjamin’s Park Memorial Chapel
or Steeles Memorial Chapel to begin the funeral process.
We respect your privacy
With your consent only, we will send out a bereavement e-notice upon the passing of a loved one,
and mention funeral details in our printed bulletin, to allow congregants to offer their sympathies
and attend services for the deceased.
To learn about Beth Torah’s cemetery policy, please email us or call (416) 782-4495 ext. 27.
Beth Torah’s clergy is here to offer support and solace, attend shivas, as well as send out condolences
and end-of-shloshim letters. We also record yahrzeits and acknowledge them with a letter to member
families every year.
Beth Torah’s Chesed Committee is also available should you need assistance.
Honour a loved one
There are many beautiful ways to commemorate a loved one and signal one’s abiding love and respect for the life
they led and the legacy they left behind. These include purchasing yahrzeit plaques, seat plaques, leaves on our
Tree of Life, and other memorials within the shul.
For more information on commemoration opportunities, please contact us at (416) 782 4495 ext. 24.
If you wish to have clergy present for your unveiling, please fill out this form to get started.