100 Years of the Shaar in Westmount

In 2022, Congregation Shaar Hashomayim — Canada’s second oldest synagogue and its oldest Ashkenazi synagogue — marked a milestone occasion of 100 years in its Westmount (Montreal) building. Founded in 1846, the synagogue has had a long and illustrious history, and its story is intimately tied with that of Canadian Jewry itself.

In this exhibit, dive into the fascinating story of “the Shaar” and learn about the Congregation’s origins, its past 100 years in Westmount, and its contributions to Montreal and Canadian history.