About Beth Israel Congregation
Our Jewish and Kingston Community:
There are 1000-1500 permanent Jewish residents in Kingston (population ~150,000).
Between 1500-2000 Jewish students attend Queen’s University.
Situated on picturesque Lake Ontario, Kingston has a thriving downtown district with a vibrant art and theatre scene, many museums, and lively summer festivals.
Kingston is equidistant (2-2.5-hour drive) from Toronto, Ottawa, Montreal, and Syracuse, N.Y.