Canadian Cabinet Minister and Local Constable Inspector, Put On Tefillin and Receive Matza

by CrownHeights.info

In a heartening display of Jewish pride at the highest levels of government, Canadian Cabinet Minister Evan Solomon was seen putting on Tefillin and receiving Shmura Matzah ahead of Pesach during a visit by Rabbi Yirmi Cohen, Shliach of the Rebbe in Toronto.

Solomon, who serves in the federal government under Prime Minister Mark Carney, is among the few Jewish members of Canada’s cabinet. The encounter highlighted a growing trend of Jewish public officials embracing and expressing their heritage openly, even while serving in prominent national roles.

Alongside that visit, Rabbi Cohen assisted a Jewish Inspector over nearly 300 constables with putting on Tefillin. A Jewish constable under him also put on Tefillin and recieved Matza.

The moments, shared with CrownHeights.info, reflect the continued efforts of Chabad Shluchim worldwide to reach Jews in all walks of life — including those in the highest corridors of power — and provide them with opportunities to connect with their Yiddishkeit.