Access Alliance

Seniors Cardio and Resistance Exercise (Age 55+)
2025-05-13 11:00 - 12:00, 2025-05-06 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Toronto) | AccessPoint on Jane, 761 Jane St., York, Ontario, M6N 4B4, Canada
Gain cardiovascular fitness, muscular strength, and independence with interval training using bodyweight exercises, resistance bands, and free weights!

Registration is required. To learn more about the session and to register, please email to: seniors@accessalliance.ca

WOMEN’S WELLNESS
2025-05-13 10:30 - 12:30 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
Learn to plan for better physical and mental health with a registered dietitian, social worker and physiotherapist. Join us for conversation, activities, art-based projects and much discovery.
WHO: Newcomer women
WHEN: Tuesdays, May 13–June 17 FROM 10:30 am–12:30 pm
WHERE: AccessPoint on Danforth

TAKE OUR SENIORS OUT: BARRIER-FREE GROUP RIDES
2025-05-13 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-08 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-05-07 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-06 09:00 - 16:00, 2025-05-01 12:00 - 15:00, 2025-04-30 09:00 - 16:00 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
Enjoy a ride on our electric-assisted trishaw! Meet new people and explore the local neighborhoods. All equipment will be
provided.
Registration is required.
For more info: scarboroughcycles.ca/take-our-seniors-out
WHEN: April 22–August 28 Tuesdays & Wednesdays, 9 am–4 pm
Thursdays, 12–3 pm
WHERE: AccessPoint on Danforth

Employment Support Services in partnership with The Neighbourhood Group Community Services (TNGCS)
2025-05-12 09:30 - 16:30 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
In partnership with TNG, Access Alliance offers employment counselling/supports at APOD every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month. Clients and community members will have access to one-on-one guidance with employment counsellors to assess individual’s needs, qualifications, provide resources for job searching, as well as assist in developing a unique return-to-work plan. Individuals accessing this program will also have access to information on how to access Government of Ontario training programs, such as Better Jobs & Apprenticeship opportunities. To book an appointment with an Employment Counsellor, please complete a referral form at our Community Resource Centre Desk.

Community Dining Program
2025-05-09 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-05-02 12:00 - 14:00 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
Serving free, freshly prepared, nutritious meals to newcomers and other community members on a weekly basis. Enjoy a warm meal and socialize in a welcoming and inclusive environment.
No need to register.

Seniors' Seated Yoga (Age 55+) (Both Online and In-Person)
2025-05-09 09:45 - 10:45, 2025-05-02 09:45 - 10:45 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
Calm your body and your mind with this accessible class, perfect for beginners and those who prefer a seated experience. Regular seated yoga practice improves flexibility, strength, and balance with yoga using a chair, in seated and standing positions.

Date: Every Friday, Until March 27, 2026
Time: 9:45 am – 10:45 am

Locations: You can attend either sessions in-person or online:
In-Person Sessions: Registration is required. Please email below to ensure there are spots still available for in-person sessions.
Online Sessions: Registration is not required but you can email below to request the link to the online sessions.

To learn more about the session and to register, please email: seniors@accessalliance.ca

Among Friends 2SLGBTQI+ Newcomers Program (Both Online/In-Person)
2025-05-08 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-05-01 17:30 - 19:00 | Online, Toronto, ON, Canada
Explore life in Canada as a 2SLGBTQI+ newcomer. Learn about preparing for your immigration hearing, navigating health and other systems, employment and education, and mental health. You can also join us in person at AccessPoint on Danforth.

For Registered Among Friends Clients Only.

Date: Every Thursdays
Time: 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
Location: Zoom (and at AccessPoint on Danforth)

To learn more about the program and to register as a client, please contact AmongFriends@AccessAlliance.ca

Newcomer High School Youth: Empower Youth Community with Meaningful Volunteer Opportunities (Age 13-17)
2025-05-08 17:00 - 18:30, 2025-05-01 17:00 - 18:30 | AccessPoint on Jane, 761 Jane St., York, Ontario, M6N 4B4, Canada
Join us and learn different ways to volunteer in Toronto. Increase your civic engagement through hands-on learning!

To learn more about the program and to register, please contact us at youth@accessalliance.ca or DM @accessalliancenewcomeryouth.

UNDERSTANDING MENTAL HEALTH & WELLBEING LATER IN LIFE
2025-05-08 11:00 - 12:30 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
This workshop series—developed by The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health— provides information and resources on a variety of mental health, addiction, and wellbeing topics for seniors and older adults. Topics covered will be: Positive Mental Health (May 8), Understanding Dementia (June 6), Understanding Anxiety (July 11), Understanding Care Options (Aug. 7), and Understanding Gambling (Sept. 4).
Registration is required.
To learn more about the session and to register, please email to: seniors@accessalliance.ca
WHO: Newcomer and other seniors
WHEN: Thursday, May 8, 11 am–12:30 pm Friday, June 6, 11 am–12:30 pm Friday, July 11, 10–11:30 am Thursday, August 7, 11 am–12:30 pm Thursday, September 4, 11 am–12:30 pm
WHERE: AccessPoint on Danforth

Seniors Cardio and Resistance Exercise (Age 55+)
2025-05-08 11:00 - 11:45, 2025-05-01 11:00 - 11:45 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
Engage in interval training with bodyweight exercises, resistance bands, and free weights. Build your strength and balance, and meet new
people! Registration is required.
To learn more about the session and to register, please email to: seniors@accessalliance.ca
WHO: Newcomer and other seniors
WHEN: Thursdays, 11–11:45 am
WHERE: AccessPoint on Danforth

INDIGENOUS LAND WORKER AND NEWCOMERS GROW TOGETHER
2025-05-08 10:00 - 12:00, 2025-05-01 10:00 - 12:00 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
Engage in workshops facilitated by an Indigenous knowledge keeper. Topics include ethno-cultural crops, cross-cultural food and herbal Medicine, and more. Registration is required.
WHO: Newcomers
WHEN: May 1–June 5, 10 am–12 pm
WHERE: AccessPoint on Danforth

SENIORS’ COMPUTER LEARNING
2025-05-07 14:00 - 15:30, 2025-04-30 14:00 - 15:30 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
Ask questions and learn basic computer and digital literacy skills in a relaxed and nonjudgmental space.
Registration is required.
To register, please email to: seniors@accessalliance.ca
WHO: Newcomer and other seniors
WHEN: Wednesdays, 2–3:30 pm
WHERE: AccessPoint on Danforth

Seniors' Mat Yoga (Age 55+) (Online/Virtual)
2025-05-07 13:00 - 14:00, 2025-04-30 13:00 - 14:00 | Online
This is an online class to help improve your flexibility, mobility and balance with yoga using a chair, both seated and standing.

To learn more about the session and to register, please email to: seniors@accessalliance.ca

Seniors Gentle Fitness Exercises (Age 55+)
2025-05-06 12:00 - 13:00, 2025-04-29 12:00 - 13:00 | AccessPoint on Jane, 761 Jane St., York, Ontario, M6N 4B4, Canada
This class includes the use of bodyweight exercises and light bands to engage in a low-impact body workout, focuses on muscular endurance, balance, coordination and falls prevention.

Registration is required. To learn more about the class and to register, please email to: seniors@accessalliance.ca

Income Tax Clinic - AccessPoint on Danforth (3079 Danforth Ave.)
2025-04-30 10:00 - 16:00 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
Free income tax clinic for community members. Members need to meet the eligibility criteria have an appointment for in person service. This service is by appointment only.

Wednesdays: 12:00am – 4:00pm
Saturdays: 10am – 4pm

March 5, 12, 19, 26
April 2, 9, 16, 23, 30
March 8, 15, 22, 29
April 5, 12, 26

Check eligibility criteria here.
To book an appointment, please call 416-699-7826 and leave a message with your first name, last name and phone number.
Please expect a call back from our volunteers on the following dates:
• February 2025: Mondays (9:30am – 12pm)
• March & April 2025: Wednesdays (12pm – 4pm) and Saturdays (10am – 4pm)
