The Centre for Holocaust Education and Scholarship (CHES)
CHES develops educational programs and activities that promote knowledge and understanding of the history and legacy of the Holocaust.
CHES forges connections with diverse audiences and offers year-round programming that brings together academics, educators, survivors, students, community leaders, and community members. Through Holocaust Education, CHES strives to combat antisemitism, prejudice, and racism and to promote respect for diversity, social justice, and human rights. Read more.
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Latest News and Events
The North American premiere of Liliana hosted by the Embassy of Italy in partnership with CHES
‘February 2, 2025. Attendance is by invitation only. The North American premiere of Liliana, a powerful documentary film about the life and legacy of Italian Senator-for-Life and Holocaust survivor, Liliana Segre by the... READ MORE
International Holocaust Remembrance Day – 80th anniversary of the Liberation of Auschwitz- Birkenau
January 27, 2025. Attendance is by invitation only. International Holocaust Remembrance Day event hosted by the Italian Embassy in Ottawa in partnership with CHES. Speaking on the legacy and lessons of the Holocaust... READ MORE
Raoul Wallenberg Day hosted by the British High Commission & the Embassy of Sweden
This was an event by invitation only. This closed event was hosted in partnership with the Swedish Embassy in Ottawa and the British High Commission to honour the legacy of Swedish diplomat Raoul... READ MORE
Holocaust Education Month
Teachers’ Workshop November 21, 2024
We are pleased to invite you to join CHES for the launch of the National Holocaust Monument IWalk App – Student Version, an interactive and bilingual learning experience designed specifically for educators and... READ MORE