Canadian Friends of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem

Canadian Friends of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (CFHU) is a national not-for-profit organization that develops and promotes awareness of, leadership in, and financial support for the Hebrew University of Jerusalem. Forging a meaningful partnership between Canadian Jewry and the people of Israel, CFHU helps to ensure the nation’s well-being by nurturing Israel’s greatest asset: the intellectual strength of its people.

Canadian philanthropist Allan Bronfman founded Canadian Friends of Hebrew University in 1944 to support the Hebrew University through promotion, awareness, and fundraising. 

Canadian Friends have been an integral force in the Hebrew University's rise to international prominence through the establishment of scholarships and the funding of cutting-edge research.

In May 2008, the Canadian Friends of the Hebrew University undertook a major fundraising role in support of The Hebrew University's Institute for Medical Research Israel-Canada (IMRIC).  The Institute has already begun to play a major role as a catalyst for Canadian – Israeli research collaborations.

Honorary Doctorates - Canadian Recipients

The Hebrew University awards honorary degrees to persons who have distinguished themselves by academic or creative achievement, who have rendered outstanding service to the University, or whose activities have been of notable benefit to humanity, the State of Israel, or the Jewish people.

Complete listing of all Honorary Doctorates