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Tiferet Israel Congregation (Toronto)

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Tiferet Israel Congregation
Religion
SectSephardic
ProvinceOntario
Location
Location756 Sheppard Avenue West
MunicipalityToronto
CountryCanada
Architecture
Groundbreaking1988
Completed1988

Tiferet Israel Congregation is a Sephardic synagogue in Toronto, Ontario on Sheppard Avenue West.

Tiferet Israel Congregation follows Moroccan Jewish tradition and is an Orthodox synagogue.[1] Regular services are held during the week, on Shabbat, and on Jewish holidays. The synagogue contains a sanctuary on the main floor with separate seating for men and for women, and in the basement there is a kitchen and a room for luncheons, festive meals, and parties.

History

  • November 24, 1978 - The lot at 756 Sheppard Avenue West was purchased.[2]
  • May 1988 - Groundbreaking Ceremony[1]
  • September 5, 1988 - Inauguration Ceremony[1]

References

  1. ^ a b c "Tiferet Israel Congregation". Tiferetisrael.ca. Retrieved 2012-06-03.
  2. ^ "Tiferet Israel Congregation - About Us". Tiferetisrael.ca. Retrieved 2012-06-03.