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Seniors Gentle Fit (55yrs+)

AccessPoint on Jane 761 Jane St., York, Ontario, Canada

This class explores using light bands and alternative fitness styles like yoga and qi gong to engage in a low-impact body workout. It will increase your cardiovascular and muscular endurance.  Registration is required. To learn more and to register, please contact seniors@accessalliance.ca

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Seniors’ Arts and Crafts with Newcomers

AccessPoint on Jane 761 Jane St., York, Ontario, Canada

Newcomers and other seniors share experiences and learn from each other while designing crafts, making jewelry, knitting, and painting pottery. To learn more and register, contact seniors@accessalliance.ca

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TURN (Thriving Under the Rainbow for Newcomers) Workshops

AccessPoint on Jane 761 Jane St., York, Ontario, Canada

The program offers 2SLGBTQI+ newcomers who are eligible to work in Canada weekly employment-focused workshops, designed to: Improve essential life skills, networking, and job searching; Prepare for job or post-secondary education applications; Educate on workers' rights and workplace health and safety, addressing the precarious work conditions many have experienced; Enhance understanding of the Canadian labour […]

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Healthy Living and Healthy Moving For Seniors (55yrs+)

AccessPoint on Jane 761 Jane St., York, Ontario, Canada

Are you 65 years or older, and wanting to stay fit and healthy as you age? Join us to fine-tune your nutrition and fitness practices. Registration is required. Priority given to newcomers to Canada. Must attend all 5 sessions. To learn more and to register, please contact: dietitians@accessalliance.ca  or seniors@accessalliance.ca 

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Seniors’ Mat Yoga & Flow – Virtual (55yrs+)

Online

This class goes through breathing exercises and promotes awareness of the body and mind. Tai Chi forms are used to warm-up the body and promote awareness of breath. Participants are guided through mindfulness meditation and full body stretches. To learn more and register, contact seniors@accessalliance.ca

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DO-IT-YOURSELF DROP-IN BIKE REPAIR

3939 Lawrence Ave East 3939 Lawrence Ave East, Scarborough, Ontario, Canada

Fix and maintain your own bike, with guidance from our staff.   For more info: scarboroughcycles.ca/drop-in-bike-repair Everyone is welcome!

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NEWCOMER HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH: NEWCOMERS COOKING TOGETHER (NCT)

AccessPoint on Danforth 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, Canada

Learn about healthy eating and cook with other newcomer youth in this fun, food-centric program!   WHO: Newcomer high school youth WHEN: Tuesdays, Sept. 24 - Dec. 10 2:30 - 7:30 pm WHERE: AccessPoint on Danforth

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Coffee Chats for Internationally Educated Researchers

Online

 The program supports internationally educated researchers to connect with peers, connect with researchers and explore research opportunities to work at in Canada through biweekly virtual coffee chats and one yearly virtual conference with speakers talking about their work and research experience. Contact TalkToUs@accessalliance.ca for more information. https://immigrantresearchers.ning.com/home

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Seniors Mindfulness Meditation & Stretch – Virtual (55yrs+)

Online

This class goes through breathing exercises and promotes awareness of the body and mind. Tai Chi forms are used to warm-up the body and promote awareness of breath. Participants are guided through mindfulness meditation and full body stretches. To register and to learn more, contact seniors@accessalliance.ca