Join us May 8-13 for Bar-Ilan University’s

Global Gathering 2026

Celebrating 70 years of impact and excellence and 65 years of Canadian Friends shaping the future of Israel

Your Experience includes:

Outstanding programing
Opportunities to meet world leaders
Dialogue with tomorrow’s innovators
Most transportation and meals

Trip Details

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Program Highlights
Itinerary

Accommodations
Travel Arrangements
More Information & Questions

Participants are responsible for flights, transfers and hotel (special rate) and Bar-Ilan will make your experience more than memorable! An opportunity to visit and support Israel and experience how Bar-Ilan’s students and faculty are shaping Israel — and the world.

Program Highlights

  • Archaeological Dig
  • Shabbat with delegates and top academic leadership of Bar-Ilan and walking tour of Tel Aviv
  • Special Lecture with former US envoy Deborah Lipstadt recipient of Sacks award in memory of Sam Gewurz z” l
  • Inspiring visit to Safed and conversations with local officials and students
  • Sunflower Resilience Center and Project Shalom
  • Tour of new Health Tech Valley – hub of innovation
  • Dr. Emma Guttmann-Yassky recipient of Tovi Comet-Walerstein Award
  • Gala Dinner with President Isaac Herzog
  • Presentation of honorary doctorates
  • Meeting world renowned researchers in energy sustainability, computer engineering, and cutting edge delivery of medical services
  • Experience Ariel Sharon ecological urban park

Itinerary

Accommodations

This year, guests of the Global Gathering will be staying at the InterContinental David Tel Aviv. A limited block of rooms has been reserved at special group rates. Book now. Discount will be applied at check in:

  • Classic Room $500 USD per night
  • Classic room with Terrace $550 USD per night
  • Club Room $650 USD per night

Click here to for hotel details. If you’d like to book your hotel, please email Ofir Mishali.

Please note that all hotel reservations must be completed by March 10, 2026.

Travel Arrangements

Transportation from the hotel to all activities during the Global Gathering will be provided. Other ground transportation to/from Ben-Gurion Airport is the responsibility of each participant, as are flights to/from Israel.

Register Today

We hope you will join us in May. To book your place and for more information, use the form below to get in touch with our team.

Please join us and be part of this wonderful experience.

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