Join us May 21-23 at Spring Convention to make connections with Alephs and B'nai B'rith Girls from across the region; participate in a variety of programming options including Maccabiah, Separates, Senior Life, elective programs and a song session; experience a fun and meaningful summer camp-style Shabbat; and vote for your 2021-2022 regional board — all from the comfort of your own home!
Spring Convention is $36 and open to all BBYO Members in Grades 8-12. Registered participants will receive home delivery of convention supplies and swag, access to all programs, and a few special surprises!
Why does a virtual convention cost money? Great question! While virtual conventions are much, much cheaper than in-person conventions ($36 vs. $339 for conventions last year), there are still some costs associated with it. The convention fee helps cover convention supplies, home delivery of programming materials and a swag item, plus software, guest speakers, staffing, and more.
The convention is divided into seven parts:
Friday, May 21st |
Part 1
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4:00pm-5:30pm |
Opening Ceremonies, Icebreakers, Maccabiah Kickoff |
Part 2*
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8:00pm-11:30pm |
Kabbalat Shabbat, Onegs, Separates, Friendship Circle |
Saturday, May 22nd |
Part 3*
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11:00am-1:00pm |
Shabbat Shacharit, Chapter Experience Electives |
Part 4*
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3:00pm-5:00pm
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Maccabiah |
Part 5
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9:30pm-12:00am |
Havdalah, Senior Life |
Sunday, May 23rd |
Part 6
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9:30am-12:30pm |
Shacharit, Business Meetings |
Part 7
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2:00pm-3:00pm |
Closing Plenary |
Your registration also includes access to Chofesh Hallway, a virtual "hallway" with a dedicated Zoom link that will be open between all formal convention programs. You can drop in and hang out with other convention participants whenever you want or join for exclusive chofesh breakouts like BBYOmegle or Seniors Program and so much more.
*We understand that being online during Shabbat might not be part of your practice -- If you want access to a recording of these events please email info@bbyo.ca.
Space is limited and the registration deadline is Thursday, May 13, 2021 at 11:59pm. Keep in mind that the program may reach capacity before the deadline. Register early to avoid joining the wait-list. Please note that you must be a paid member of BBYO in order to attend this program.
Participant information, including all the Zoom links and passwords, will be sent by email to registered participants on the morning of Friday, May 21st.
Partial scholarships are available based on need and vary subject to the availability of funds. To apply for scholarship assistance, please register for the convention and then complete the Scholarship Application.
Coordinated by:
Dalia Right, Dor Chadash BBG #2404
Ben Steinberg, Exodus AZA #1111