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Bernard Baskin (1920–January 18, 2023) was an American-Canadian rabbi, author, and benefactor. From 1949 to 1989 he led Temple Anshe Sholom in Hamilton, Ontario, and was rabbi emeritus until his death.

Early life
Bernard Baskin was born in New Jersey to parents ---. He spent his childhood in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, New York, and moved to Hamilton in 1949.

His younger brother was American sculptor Leonard Baskin, and he was a first cousin of American dancer Sophie Maslow.

Career
Reform Judaism

First rabbinical posting was in Denver, Colorado, and later Louisiana.

Personal life
Met his wife, Marjorie, in Lousiana. Became Canadian citizen in 1967.