A Vegan Potluck Dinner

Join the Jewish Vegan Life Montreal Tikkun Circle for a warm Shabbat evening inspired by the spirit of Tu B’Av, the Jewish celebration of love, connection, and community.

Around a shared vegan potluck dinner, we’ll welcome Shabbat together while exploring how Jewish teachings invite us to cultivate compassion in our relationships, our communities, and the world around us.

Shabbat offers us a chance to slow down, share a meal, deepen our connections, and experience the joy of gathering around a table where everyone belongs.

Featuring Rabbi Boris Dolin

We are honored to welcome Rabbi Boris Dolin, Rabbi of Congregation Dorshei Emet and spiritual leader of JVL Montreal, who will lead our evening with teachings and conversation.

Rabbi Boris has served as Rabbi of Congregation Dorshei Emet since 2016. He holds an M.A. in Jewish Education from the Jewish Theological Seminary, where he specialized in informal and community education. Prior to Montreal, he helped rebuild Jewish life in Poland as Rabbi of Beit Polska in Warsaw and has served Jewish communities throughout Europe and North America.

Event Details

Date: Friday, July 31

Time: 7:00 PM

Location: Côte Saint Luc, Montreal
Hosted in a private home. The exact address will be shared with registered guests before the event.

What to Expect

• A welcoming vegan Shabbat potluck dinner
• Shabbat blessings and meaningful Jewish learning
• Reflections and discussion led by Rabbi Boris Dolin
• Thoughtful conversation and new friendships
• A relaxed, welcoming evening in a beautiful private home

Who This Is For

This gathering is open to anyone interested in:

• Jewish community and spiritual exploration
• Plant based and compassionate living
• Celebrating Shabbat in an inclusive environment
• Building meaningful relationships
• Thoughtful conversation and authentic connection

No prior knowledge of Judaism or veganism is required. Everyone is welcome.

What to Bring

Please bring a vegan dish to share, enough for approximately six to eight people.

A vegan dish contains no meat, poultry, fish, dairy, eggs, honey, or other animal products. Salads, pasta dishes, grain bowls, soups, roasted vegetables, casseroles, dips, baked goods, and desserts are all wonderful options.

About the Montreal Tikkun Circle

The Jewish Vegan Life Montreal Tikkun Circle brings people together to explore Jewish wisdom, compassionate living, and our relationship with one another, animals, and the earth through shared meals and meaningful gatherings.

Each gathering offers an opportunity to nourish both body and spirit while building a community rooted in kindness, belonging, and Tikkun Olam.

Registration

To create a warm and intimate experience, space is limited. Your registration helps cover event coordination, supplies, and supports the continued growth of Jewish Vegan Life’s Montreal community.

Once this gathering reaches capacity, registration will close and a waitlist will open for future Tikkun Circle events.

Want to Get More Involved?

If you’d like to host a future Tikkun Circle, volunteer with our Montreal team, or help grow compassionate Jewish community in Montreal, we’d love to hear from you. Let us know when you register.

Reserve Your Spot

Please register to reserve your place. The exact address will be emailed to registered guests one to two days before the event.