Access Alliance

NEWCOMER HIGH SCHOOL YOUTH: EMERGING MINDS FROM AROUND THE WORLD YOUTH HUB
2025-09-04 15:30 - 19:00, 2025-09-11 15:30 - 19:00 (America/Toronto) | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
Grow, learn, and enjoy fun activities and workshops. Our counsellor therapist will provide support and guidance, and our nurse practitioner will answer any health-related questions. Snacks provided. Come on down, bring your friends, and make some memories!

WHO: Newcomer high school youth
WHEN: Every Thursday, ongoing 3:30–7:00 pm
WHERE: AccessPoint on Danforth (3079 Danforth Ave)

To learn more about the program and to register, you can contact us at Youth@AccessAlliance.ca

Among Friends 2SLGBTQI+ Newcomers Program (Both Online/In-Person)
2025-09-04 17:30 - 19:00, 2025-09-11 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

Seniors' Seated Yoga (Age 55+) (Both Online and In-Person)
2025-09-05 09:45 - 10:45, 2025-09-12 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

Community Dining Program
2025-09-05 12:00 - 14:00, 2025-09-12 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.

Greenwood SS Girls’ Group
2025-09-06 11:30 - 13:30, 2025-09-12 11:30 - 13:30 | 800 Greenwood Ave, 800 Greenwood Ave, Toronto, Canada
Express ideas, understand emotions, and make decisions in a safe, nonjudgmental community in order to strengthen skills and build resiliency when challenged.

*Open to Greenwood Secondary School students only*
For further information contact youth@accessalliance.ca

Greenwood Secondary School Seriously Salads
2025-09-08 10:30 - 11:30, 2025-09-15 10:30 - 11:30 | 800 Greenwood Ave, 800 Greenwood Ave, Toronto, Canada
Seriously Salads is a salad bar program run by the Access Alliance Youth Team at Greenwood Secondary school. Through a combination of exposure to healthy ingredients and fun nutrition education displays, we hope to influence youth to make healthier food choices now and in the future.
*Open to Greenwood Secondary School students only*
For further information contact youth@accessalliance.ca

Greenwood Secondary School Boys Program
2025-09-08 11:30 - 12:30, 2025-09-15 11:30 - 12:30 | 800 Greenwood Ave, 800 Greenwood Ave, Toronto, Canada
The Boys Program is aimed to provide young men an opportunity to express ideas, identify and normalize a full range of emotions, and make decisions in a safe, nonjudgmental community in order to strengthen skills and build resiliency when challenged.
*Open to Greenwood Secondary School students only*
For further information contact youth@accessalliance.ca

Greenwood Secondary School Cooking Program
2025-09-08 14:30 - 17:00, 2025-09-15 14:30 - 17:00 | 800 Greenwood Ave, 800 Greenwood Ave, Toronto, Canada
Greenwood Secondary School Cooking Program provides an opportunity for newcomer youth to cook together and learn about healthy eating.
*Open to Greenwood Secondary School students only*
For further information contact youth@accessalliance.ca

Seniors Cardio and Resistance Exercise (Age 55+)
2025-09-09 11:00 - 12:00 | 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

Seniors Gentle Fitness Exercises (Age 55+)
2025-09-09 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

Zumba
2025-09-09 13:30 - 14:30, 2025-09-12 13:30 - 14:30 | 91 Barrington Avenue, Secord Community Centre, 91 Barrington Avenue, Toronto, Ontario, M4C 4Y9, Canada
Zumba is a form of aerobic fitness exercise based on Latin American dance rhythms. You will join in basic easy-to-learn and simple movements for six weeks. Childcare is provided for children 1 year and older. All newcomers welcome.

NCT: Newcomer Seniors Cooking Together (Age 55+)
2025-09-09 13:30 - 16:00 | AccessPoint on Jane, 761 Jane St., York, Ontario, M6N 4B4, Canada
Join us to connect and cook over 5 sessions while building skills. Learn about healthy foods, and share cultural, nutritious, and affordable meals.
Registration is required. For more information about the program and to register, please email to: seniors@accessalliance.ca

Newcomer Young Adults Arts Program: From the World To The 6ix (Ages 18-24)
2025-09-09 15:30 - 16:45 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
The ultimate arts experience! This unique program combines both creativity and nourishment. With the guidance of our experienced youth works, explore ways to express yourself through painting, drawing and singing!

Snacks and TTC tickets are provided.

WHO: Newcomer young adults (18-24 yrs)
WHEN: Every Tuesday, September 2, 2025 – March 31, 2026
TIME: 3:30 pm–4:45 pm
WHERE: AccessPoint on Danforth (3079 Danforth Ave)

To learn more about the program and to register, you can contact us at Youth@AccessAlliance.ca

Newcomers High School Youth & Young Adults: Newcomers Cooking Together (Age 13-24)
2025-09-09 15:30 - 19:00 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
Hang out, cook together, and learn about healthy eating! Open to all newcomer youth and young adults ages 13-24!

Date: Every Tuesday, September 2 – November 18, 2025
Location: AccessPoint on Danforth (3079 Danforth Ave)

To learn more about the program and to register, you can contact us at Youth@AccessAlliance.ca

NEWCOMER YOUNG ADULTS: TRANSFORM INTO A LIFE CHAMPION (AGES 18-24)
2025-09-09 17:00 - 18:00 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
Take control of your life! Whether it’s managing your day-to-day, figuring out your passions, or achieving your goals, this program will provide you with tools and skills to succeed and become the best version of yourself. Learn to live independently and make informed decisions about life in Canada, while also gaining life skills and employment support.

WHO: Newcomer young adults (18-24 yrs)
WHEN: Every Tuesday, September 2, 2025 – March 31, 2025
TIME: 5:00 pm – 6:00 pm
WHERE: AccessPoint on Danforth (3079 Danforth Ave)

To learn more about the program and to register, you can contact us at Youth@AccessAlliance.ca

NEWCOMER YOUNG ADULTS: MAKING CANADA HOME! (AGES 18-24)
2025-09-09 18:15 - 19:00 | AccessPoint on Danforth, 3079 Danforth Ave, Scarborough, Ontario, M1L 1A9, Canada
A perfect way to settle in and start creating memories with new friends while integrating into the Canadian culture. Join us for hands on workshops and field trips that will help you increase your knowledge about life in Canada and gain a greater sense of belonging in your new community.

WHO: Newcomer young adults (18-24 yrs)
WHEN: Every Tuesday, September 2, 2025 – March 31, 2026
WHERE: AccessPoint on Danforth (3079 Danforth Ave)

To learn more about the program and to register, you can contact us at Youth@AccessAlliance.ca

Summer Threads - Tapestry Making At The Park
2025-09-10 10:00 - 12:00 | AccessPoint on Jane, 761 Jane St., York, Ontario, M6N 4B4, Canada
Newcomers of all ages are welcome! Come join us on this threading program!
You will:

Learn to cross stitch, embroidery, and yarn pain
Create a collective tapestry
Engage with community members

Program provides:

Art materials
Snacks and refreshments
TTC tickets as needed

To register and to learn more about this program, you can email to arts@accessalliance.ca

Seniors' Mat Yoga (Age 55+) (Online/Virtual)
2025-09-10 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’ COMPUTER LEARNING
2025-09-10 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 Cardio and Resistance Exercise (Age 55+)
2025-09-11 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

Nesting Grounds: Art For Wellness
2025-09-11 13:30 - 15:30 | AccessPoint on Jane, 761 Jane St., York, Ontario, M6N 4B4, Canada
Nesting Grounds are weekly community arts workshops to support the mental wellbeing of newcomer community members of all ages. It brings arts and mental health practice together to promote sustainable techniques for mental wellbeing. Everyone is welcomed!
To register, please click here.
