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Kosher and Jewish Life in Richmond

TJT’s guide for kosher and Jewish travelers in Richmond. Information about kosher restaurants, cafes, shops, bakeries or delis, kosher near me location based (GPS) search, & Jewish points of interest, such as shuls, mikvahs, kosher and observant friendly hotels and Jewish community centers in Richmond, British Columbia.

About Richmond

Richmond is a coastal city located in the Canadian province of British Columbia. It is part of the Metro Vancouver area. It is the major part of Lulu Island. The Township of Richmond was named by Founding Father John Wesley Sexsmith after his birthplace The Township of Richmond, Lennox County, Ontario. On 3 December 1990, Richmond was designated as a City. Richmond is made up of most of the islands in the Fraser River delta, the largest and most populated island being Lulu Island. Richmond enjoys a temperate climate. Because it is not as close to the mountains, it actually receives 30% less rain than neighbouring Vancouver. It rarely snows in winter and the summer temperatures are mild to warm. Richmond is also very prone to fog in the cooler months.

Jewish History, POI & Kosher Establishments in Richmond

There has been a Jewish presence in British Columbia since the 19th Century. Most of the early Jewish immigrants came from the United States and Britain. In the late 19th and early 20th century Eastern European Jews fleeing the pogroms of that time found their way to British Columbia. Being just south of Vancouver many of the synagogues grew up as a result of the spill over from the city.

Weather In Richmond

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Please note:

Shabbat times on this page are based on the common Candle lighting formulas - in most locations it is 18 minutes before sunset. If you have any comments or questions regarding Shabbat Times on this page, please contact us

What Is *JOFY?

JOFY, or "Jewish Observant Friendly" Establishments are lodging establishments offering special services for Jewish Observant guests such as Shabbat meals, accommodation on lower floors and regular keys for the rooms. It can also be a NON KOSHER establishment located in walking distance from the local Shul, community or kosher restaurants area.

Please note - *JOFY does NOT mean that KOSHER food is served on the premises!