Events

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 […]

Nesting Grounds are weekly community arts workshops to support the mental well being of newcomer community members of all ages. It brings arts and mental health practice together to promote sustainable techniques for mental well being. Everyone is welcomed! To register, please click here.

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

RELAX, RELATE, RELEASE. Join our free fitness program and learn simple stretches for 6 weeks from our certified instructor. Newcomers can connect with others in the community. Childcare is available for children 1- 6 years of age For more information or to register, contact Keisha at kcooke@accessalliance.ca

Explore ways to express yourself through painting, drawing and singing! Lunch is provided. Volunteer youth leaders are invited to share knowledge and skills (and log volunteer hours!) WHO: Newcomer high school youth WHEN: Tuesdays 3:30 pm to 4:45 pm WHERE: AccessPoint on Danforth

 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

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