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
Holocaust Education Month Descendants’ Program, November 16th, 2025, 2:00 pm
CHES invites you to hear Prof. Timothy Taylor as he discusses his journey of remembrance and commemoration. RSVP is required by November 12th, 2025. The location will be provided upon registration. This event... READ MORE
A Holocaust Testimonial: My Father’s Story, November 12th, 2025, 7:00pm
CHES, in collaboration with the Historical Society of Ottawa, invites you to Phil Emberley’s presentation of his father’s story of survival. Phil, a CHES member and Second Generation descendant, will describe how his... READ MORE
Holocaust Education Month Teachers’ Workshop, October 29th, 2025, 4:00 pm
We are pleased to invite you to join CHES for our 2025 Teachers’ Workshop, Adapting Holocaust Education for Today’s Classroom and Bringing History to Life with the IWalk App. RSVP is required by... READ MORE
Launch Event, Holocaust Education Month 2025, November 10th, 7:00 pm
CHES at 10 Years: Holocaust Remembrance & Education in a World of Turmoil – What We Need to Learn and to Relearn. As the Centre for Holocaust Education and Scholarship (CHES) celebrates... READ MORE