Beit Halochem Canada's Celebration of Life is coming to Calgary (June 3), Montreal (June 5) and Toronto (June 7). “Celebration of Life” will bring energy, enthusiasm and excitement to the stage, showcasing heroic stories of strength and determination.

At the Montreal concert, we will also honour David Azrieli, as our patron and true friend. (See story below.) Join us for one of these inspiring evenings!

BHC To Honour David Azrieli

David Azrieli visits the Beit Halochem Centre in Tel Aviv.

His life is an inspiring account of triumph over tragedy. A man of indefatigable energy, creativity and intellectual acuity, his story is also one of charitable vision and commitment to the Jewish people.

In 1939, Mr. Azrieli fled Poland and eventually arrived in Palestine. In 1948, he joined the IDF and fought in Israel’s War of Independence. Mr. Azrieli settled in Montreal in 1954.

Now regarded as one of the world’s most innovative builders and designers, his entry into real estate was humble, beginning with the modest construction of four houses in a Montreal suburb. Today, Mr. Azrieli's architectural vision and creativity can be seen in the office buildings, high-rise residences, office towers and shopping centres he has built in Canada, the United States and Israel.

Mr. Azrieli has received numerous honourary degrees and awards in recognition of his outstanding achievements. Amongst these he was named to the Order of Canada, the country’s highest civilian honour, as well as named “chevalier” of the Ordre National du Québec.

Mr. Azrieli is a strong supporter of Israel and its wounded veterans. The Azrieli Foundation will be making a generous contribution to Beit Halochem as well as matching the funds raised from our three concerts.

These funds will be directed to the building of the Hydrotherapy Pool at Beit Halochem in Tel Aviv. This pool offers vitally important and life sustaining treatment for paraplegics and quadriplegics as well as people with severe back and head injuries.