Winnipeg's non-profit burial society, serving the Jewish community since 1930.

Chesed Shel Emes is a non-profit burial society - Chevra Kadisha - mandated to prepare members of the Jewish community for burial according to tradition. Each person is treated with the same consideration and respect. No one is refused service due to financial hardship.

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What to do when a loved one dies ?
For an unexpected death at home call 911
For an anticipated death at home call us 24/7 at 204-582-5088
If death takes place in Personal care Home or hospital, let staff know that the person is Jewish. Call us 24/7 at 204-582-5088.
For a death out of town with burial in Winnipeg, or to transport for burial elsewhere, call us at 204-582-5088.

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Welcome to
Chesed Shel Emes

Our facility on Main Street and Magnus Avenue comprises two adjacent buildings: an historic chapel that was built in 1947; and a new south building where Tahara, ritual preparation of the deceased, takes place.

Our Chapel
The new building features a ramp in front and level entry.

Building on Our Tradition

In May 2021 our Chevra Kadisha began operating from our new south building. Designed specifically for our unique needs, the facility includes our Tahara room, a dedicated Shomer/family space, library and offices.

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Records of the Deceased

Our digital database of deceased records stretches back to 1994. We also have a searchable digitized archive of tomes predating this.

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Legacy Flame in the Chapel

Yahrzeit

Yahrzeit is a Yiddish word meaning "year's time", and refers to the Hebrew anniversary of the date of death.

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