Hi! I’m Jessica. I was born in Montreal, spent my early years in Israel, my childhood in Calgary, and now I live on the far West Coast of Vancouver Island in a small town. I can count the number of Jewish people in our town on two hands. Why do I live in such a small town removed from the language, culture, and bonds of my Jewish community? My reasons are as complex as the many opinions, histories, and values that you will find on this website.