Congregation B'nai Israel

Congregation B'nai Israel is a Conservative Jewish synagogue located in downtown St. Catharines, serving as the primary Jewish center for the Niagara Region. The building displays traditional Jewish architectural features and provides space for religious services and community events.

The congregation was founded in 1907 and built its permanent home in 1925 after overcoming initial challenges in acquiring land. Since then, it has remained a stable religious institution in the local community.

The congregation serves as the gathering place for Jewish families throughout the Niagara area, where religious practice and community bonds remain central to daily life. Members gather regularly to share meals and mark important moments together.

The building is fully accessible to wheelchair users with accessible facilities throughout. Kosher food is sourced from markets in nearby Hamilton and Buffalo as well as Toronto when needed.

This is the only Conservative egalitarian synagogue in the entire Niagara Region, making it a particularly important space for this specific community. Visitors will notice how the congregation brings together diverse members around shared religious and social values.