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A Shift in the Current is the memoir of Dorothy Reitman, chronicling her life from childhood through marriage and decades of community leadership, volunteerism, activism, and global humanitarian work.
Dorothy grew up in Montreal during the Great Depression and World War II. Her immigrant parents modeled philanthropy and community responsibility, planting the seeds for her lifelong volunteerism. A sheltered childhood, early encounters with antisemitism, and exposure to global events shaped her understanding of injustice and powerlessness.
After marrying Cyril Reitman and having her only son Joel abducted and safely returned, she began volunteering to find purpose and connection, beginning by working with Montreal community organizations, and ultimately national and international ones, all making an impact throughout her career.
Chapter 1 - Childhood
Chapter 2 – A New Life
Chapter 3 – The National Council of Jewish Women
Chapter 4 – Montreal’s Expo 67
Chapter 5 – Quebec Separatism
Chapter 6 – The United Nations’ Decade for Women
Chapter 7 – Hope and Loss
Chapter 8 – Laying Foundations
Chapter 9 – If Not Now, Then When?
Chapter 10 – Campaigning for President
Chapter 11 – A Secret Trip to the Soviet Union
Chapter 12 – The Soviets Relent
Chapter 13 – Human Rights in Canada
Chapter 14 – Women in the Canadian Jewish Congress
Chapter 15 – Travels With the Commonwealth Jewish Council
Chapter 16 – Alzheimer’s
Chapter 17 – Making in Impact