Episode 6: Schmooze with Emile Scheffel, Managing Director of CJPAC

In this episode of The Schmooze, we sit down with Emile Scheffel, Managing Director of CJPAC (the Canadian Jewish Political Affairs Committee).Emile shares his personal journey into Jewish advocacy, why civic engagement matters more than ever, and how real relationships — not outrage or slogans — shape political outcomes in Canada. We explore how Jewish Canadians and allies can meaningfully participate in democracy, combat antisemitism, and ensure our community’s voice is heard across the political spectrum.This is an honest, grounded conversation about showing up, building trust, and strengthening the future of Jewish life in Canada — one relationship at a time.