LGBTQ+ Newcomer Drop-In Program
2021-04-01 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto) | Online
This weekly drop-in program welcomes LGBTQ2+ Newcomers to learn, share and connect with a community of peers and explore Toronto’s LGBTQ2+ networks and services . Each week we focus on a different topic, covering relevant issues and celebrating our community in a safe and accepting environment.
Folks can also register with this ZOOM link: https://accessalliance.zoom.us/meeting/register/u5Usce-vrzgpHt0UaWLiHp_44zvMqZGVSoia

Seniors of Steel: Strength Training
2021-05-04 11:30 - 12:30 | Online
Growing Stronger together. This class focuses on using bodyweight movements and resistance bands to increase/main your strength, balance and coordination. Weekly classes will focus on difference muscle groups and you’ll become more confident as you learn proper technique and form.

Pop-up Vaccination Clinic
2021-05-19 11:30 - 18:30 | AccessPoint on Jane, 761 Jane St., York, Ontario, M6N 4B4, Canada
Come get your COVID-19 vaccine shot at our pop-up clinic at AccessPoint on Jane. The clinic will run on a first come, first serve basis from 11:30am-6:30pm (or while supplies last). Please bring your health card and a proof of address, or any ID (even expired) with name, date of birth, and proof of address.

Service Canada Information Session
2021-05-28 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Learn about Service Canada’s services and programs for newcomers, seniors, youth, financial assistance for unemployment through Employment Insurance, maternity and parental benefits.
Interpretation available upon request.
To register, call Anita Fortuno at 416-324-0927 or email at afortuno@accessalliance.ca

Know Your Rights Virtual Workshop
2021-06-10 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
In collaboration with The Biking Lawyer LLP. Know your rights in a crash, and what you should do to protect yourself.
Online via Zoom.
Thursday June 10, 2021.
6:00pm – 7:00pm
For the meeting link and to register visit

Limited AstraZeneca Vaccine Available
2021-06-21 09:00 - 2021-06-22 17:00 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
We have limited AstraZeneca doses for people who wanted their booster dose to be the same as their first dose. To qualify you should have your first AZ dose before April 26, live, work, or study in Toronto, and call between 9am-5pm Monday-Friday to book an appointment.
Danforth – 416-693-8677
Jane – 416-760-8677
College – 416-324-8677

Access Alliance Grows!!
2021-06-24 11:00 - 12:30 | Online
A series of online webinars focusing on growing food and perennials in an urban environment from seed to harvest. Tackling issues such as seeds, pest
Zoom registration link: https://accessalliance.zoom.us/meeting/register/u5cqceyqrTMqHt0esT_9wwCxJOBXfW6QX-t4
Thursday June 24th – Plastics in the ecosystem and garden use
Thursday July 8th – DIY fabric softeners and cleaning supplies
management and regenerative cultivation.

Garden Steward Program
2021-06-25 10:45 - 12:45 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
Get your hands dirty and gain skills in organic urban cultivation. Spend time in nature while in the city.
Register by filling out a volunteer application form or email volunteer@accessalliance.ca

Kids Get Crafting
2021-07-06 14:00 - 16:00 | Online
Kids get crafting is a virtual summer program for newcomer children between the ages of 6-12 (parental supervision is required). Families will receive a hamper of supplies with which to follow along with the instructors over Zoom. Arts and crafts activities will have an emphasis on upcycling materials, environmental sustainability, and mental health/mindfulness. For more information, please contact Elaine at ehowarth@accessalliance.ca

Cultivate Kids
2021-07-08 13:00 - 14:00 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
Cultivate Kids!
Learn! Grow! Explore!
Join us on the rooftop garden at Access Point on Danforth for fun filled outdoor activities on the rooftop.
Registration link: Cultivate Kids! Ages: 7-12 (google.com)

Zumba Fitness
2021-07-14 14:00 - 15:00 | Online
Join us every Wednesday for online Zumba from 2:00pm-3:00pm. For more information, please contact Keisha Cooke at kcooke@accessalliance.ca

Canadian Citizenship Preparation
2021-07-15 13:00 - 15:00 | Online, Toronto, ON, Canada
With the support of a Settlement Worker, these workshops will assist clients in preparing for the Canadian Citizenship tests. For further information, please contact Anita Fortuno at afortuno@accessalliance.ca or call 416-324-0927 ext. 3119

Coffee Chats with IERs
2021-09-03 12:00 - 13:00 | Online
This is a group workshop that will focus on research training for participants who have experience in research and want to pursue a research career in Canada. For more information, please contact Hossam Bakir at hbakir@accessalliance.ca.

Al-Jamma Group for Arabic-Speaking Women
2021-09-07 13:00 - 15:00 | Online
If you are an Arabic-speaking woman, join us every first Tuesday of every month from 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm on Zoom to learn about different topics of interest, chat, and engage with other Arabic-speaking women. Please register ahead of time by emailing Mariam Spanos at mspanos@accessalliance.ca or leaving a message at 416-693-8677 ext. 4223.

Gross Motor Play Workshop
2021-09-07 13:30 - 14:30 | 91 Barrington Avenue, Secord Community Centre, 91 Barrington Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M4C 4Y9, Canada
This is a free outdoor program for parents/caregivers with children 0-6 years of age. The program is designed for children to build their motor skills using their larger muscles, such as the arms, legs, and trunk. Come enjoy 60 minutes of fun-filled exciting activities. Some of the activities include running, jumping, climbing, balancing, skipping, and bike riding. For more information, please contact Keisha Cooke at kcooke@accessalliance.ca

Youth Workshop Co-Design Project
2021-09-07 17:00 - 19:00 | Online
This project will engage newcomer youth in the process of creating content on topics relevant to YOUth. In return, YOUth will gain volunteer hours, amazing skills and experience, training and connections. Contact us as youth@accessalliance.ca for more information.

Elections 101 Workshop
2021-09-09 18:00 - 19:00 | Online
This is a session to provide information and engage community members on the upcoming federal election. Provide tools and resources needed to make voting accessible to all. Please contact Orit Adose to register at oadose@accessalliance.ca or 416-693-8677 ext. 4229

Urban Agriculture Week - Register for events during the week!
2021-09-13 | Online
Follow us on Instagram @aasustainability to see what our garden volunteers are doing on Monday, September 13 in the afternoon.
Join us on Instagram live @aasustainability for an easy pickle recipe by our garden stewards on Tuesday, September 14 at 10 a.m.
Register here for ‘Sow. Gather. Elevate. Taste and Tour’ on our rooftop garden on Thursday, September 16 from 3 to 5 pm.

Urban Agriculture Week - Make pickles with our garden stewards (online)
2021-09-14 10:00 - 11:00 | Online
Join us on Instagram live @aasustainability for an easy pickle recipe by our garden stewards on Tuesday, September 14 at 10 a.m.
Register here for ‘Sow. Gather. Elevate. Taste and Tour’ on our rooftop garden on Thursday, September 16 from 3 to 5 pm.

Vote Pop-Up
2021-09-14 17:00 - 19:00 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
Engage the community in voting exercise before voting day. This will be focused on first time voters and is an opportunity for community members to think about what matters to them when voting. To register please contact Orit Adose at oadose@accessalliance.ca or 416-693-8677 ext. 4229

Digital Literacy Sessions
2021-09-16 13:00 - 15:00 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
Digital Literacy workshops aim to improve participants digital knowledge from basic levels of emailing. Zoom and Word documents to advanced levels of searches and data entry. For further information, please contact Hossam Bakir at hbakir@accessalliance.ca

Urban Agriculture Week - Sow. Gather. Elevate. Taste and Tour.
2021-09-16 15:00 - 17:00 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
Join us for ‘Sow. Gather. Elevate. Taste and Tour’ on our rooftop garden on Thursday, September 16 from 3 to 5 pm.
Pre-register here.

Candidates Meeting
2021-09-16 18:00 - 20:00 | Online
This will be a question and answer period for candidates on their platform to provide community members with the opportunity to ask questions that are important to them. Please contact Orit Adose at oadose@accessalliance.ca or 416-693-8677 ext.4229 for more information.

Mental Health Monday
2021-09-20 15:00 - 16:00 | Online
The youth program will provide online mental health promotion through crafts, guest talks, and activities. Register in the following Zoom link, https://accessalliance.zoom.us/meeting/register/u5wtfu-upzIjGdSOy6gexALNZl-sMRwtAo9a or contact Jennifer Truong at youth@accessalliance.ca

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Brain Booster Program
2021-09-20 17:30 - 19:00 | Online
This tutoring program run by our youth program will help newcomer youth discover their own methods and strategies of effective study that benefits each individual. Contact us as youth@accessalliance.ca for more information.

Cultural Dance (Youth Girls Group)
2021-09-21 16:00 - 17:00 | Online
The tutoring program will help newcomer youth discover their own methods and strategies of effective study that benefit each individual. To register, email mmohamed@accessalliance.ca

LGBTQ+ - Newcomers Cooking Together
2021-09-23 17:00 - 18:00 | Online
This is a 5 week program for LGBTQ+ newcomers. Grocery hampers will be provided. Weekly cook-along sessions will take place over zoom. For additional information including how to register, please contact Yulia Khayat at ykhayat@accessalliance.ca.

Youth Connections Program
2021-09-27 18:00 - 20:00 | Online
New to Canada? Speak with one of our Newcomer Youth Workers and find out how we can connect you in your community. DM us on Instagram @accessallianceyouth or call at 647-465-3825. No appointment needed. No wait times.

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EarlyON Virtual Drop-In Program
2021-09-28 15:30 - 16:30 | Online
This is a free virtual online program where parents and caregivers with children 0-6 years of age can join in together to enjoy 60 minutes of fun-filled exiting activities such as singing songs and rhymes, show and tell, creative and sensory play, and story time.
Email kcooke@accessalliance.ca to register.

Food With Dignity - Take-Out at Jane Hub
2021-10-01 12:00 - 15:00 | AccessPoint on Jane, 761 Jane St., York, Ontario, M6N 4B4, Canada
Food with Dignity will be returning for a short period of time before the cold weather sets in. Pick-up of frozen meals will take place every Friday afternoon. Anyone who has the need for food security can come to our Jane Street Hub to pick up the food. Bring your own bags if you wish to take more than one home. First come, first served, while supplies last.
NOTE: MASKS ARE REQUIRED TO PICK UP YOUR MEALS
