November-June: Education/Youth Activities and Support
Tutoring Services (Brampton Literacy Centre Counselling Services)
Tutoring services from elementary to post-secondary in a variety of subjects. Program looks to improve children’s grades, confidence, and future potential.
March 27, 2025: Work-Job Events
The Dream Hub Connect, March 27, 2025, 6:00 – 8:00 p.m. (Dream Legacy Foundation, and DMZ)
For the first time ever, they are bringing the Dream Hub Experience to you live and in-person! They are excited to present an exclusive, one-day in-person event designed to empower Black entrepreneurs with insights, connections, and resources to grow their business. This is a rare opportunity to experience Dream hub live in-person, meet industry experts, and build connections.
March 27, 2025: Mental Health
Join Hope + Me for World Bipolar Day, March 27, 2025, 6:00 – 9:00 p.m. (CAMH, Centre for Youth Bipolar Disorder, Hope + Me)
The Centre for Youth Bipolar Disorder invites you to their annual public education event and symposium! This event is open to anyone with an interest in learning more about youth bipolar disorder. This year, presenters will address themes related to youth bipolar disorder. There will be a formal presentation of Patient and Family Engagement in Bipolar Disorder Research: Lessons from the Past and Building Momentum for the Future.
March 27, 2025: Youth Activities and Support, Support Services, Work-Job Events
Youth Day at the Episodic Disability and Work Summit, March 27, 2025, 9:00 am – 4:00 p.m. (Workman Arts)
Join Youth Day at the Episodic Disability and Work Summit, a national in-person gathering that brings together young leaders, advocates, researchers, and professionals to explore the realities of living with episodic disabilities and drive meaningful change.
March 28, 2025: Newcomers, Women’s Spaces
JAMEELA! Thursdays from 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. (Strides Toronto)
“Jameela” means “beautiful” in both Arabic and Swahili, two widely spoken languages among newcomer communities. The name reflects empowerment, self-worth, and cultural diversity, aligning perfectly with our mission to support young women. JAMEELA! is a safe and welcoming space for those who self-identify as girls or young women, aged 12-21, who are Permanent Residents and Convention Refugees. Email nyep@stridestoronto.ca to register.
March 28, 2025: Youth Activities and Support, Education
The Seeds of Wisdom Raise a Reader Program, Fridays 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. (The Black Stone Foundation Library)
Raise a Reader is a literacy-focused program that helps children aged 6-12 develop strong reading skills in a supportive and engaging environment. Through storytelling, hands-on activities, guided reading, and a curriculum from Mini Intel, they foster a love for books and build confidence in young readers. This 8-week program is designed to enhance your child’s reading abilities and will be available across three communities every Friday, from March 28 – May 23.
For more details feel free to contact Athena at (647) 472-6791.
March 29, 2025: Education, Community Event
Skin Care in Black and Brown Skin, March 29, 2025, 1:00 p.m. (BPPC)
BPPC, in collaboration with L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty, is excited to launch a skincare education series focused on addressing skin health in Black and Brown Skin. This initiative aims to raise awareness about skin conditions that disproportionately affect People of Colour, ways to protect and care for melanated skin, and how to navigate the healthcare system (including pharmacist consultations and self-care strategies) to access timely and effective treatment. This event comes with a chance to be entered into a draw to win a L’Oréal Dermatological Beauty Skin Care Basket.
March 30, 2025: Community Events
This is Not Going Away in Partnership with Toronto Queer Film Festival, March 30, 2025, 12:00 – 1:30 p.m. (Toronto Queer Film Festival, Tangled Art + Disability, The Awesome Foundation, and Workman Arts)
This is Not Going Away is a zine making workshop and conversation about the continued effects of the COVID-19 pandemic on queer, chronically ill and disabled communities in 2025.
With the onus of public health education, community protection, and self-preservation almost entirely placed on those who are most affected and disenfranchised by the continued dangers of COVID-19, and in increasing amounts of isolation and sickness, how can we join forces to support each other in ways both material and emotional?
March 30, 2025: Community Event, Work/Job Event, Youth Activities and Support
Race to an Inclusive Canada Mirco-Grants, March 30, 2025 (Frontlines Toronto)
Frontlines Toronto has an amazing opportunity for youth ages 15-29! Race to Inclusive Canada micro-grants offer $2,800 to support youth-led projects that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion. Submissions close on March 30.
March 31, 2025: Education
Roots Community Services Scholarship Opportunity, March 31, 2025 (Roots Community Services)
Roots Community Services is excited to continue its annual partnership with PCK Intellectual Property for the 2025 school year. This collaboration strengthens our shared commitment to empowering Black, African, Caribbean, and Indigenous youth, supporting them in achieving their educational goals. This year’s $2,000 scholarship supports students pursuing their post-secondary studies while promoting awareness of the intellectual property system. Applicants must submit a brief essay on their understanding of intellectual property and its impact on racialized communities.
April 1, 2025: Mental Health, Youth Activities and Support
ASD- Virtual Social Groups, Starting March 3, 2025, on Mondays and Tuesdays (Sunflower Developmental Services)
Enhance your quality of life with a virtual social group where you can socialize and interact with others, improve communication skills, practice life and social skills, and make new friends. For poeple aged 13-18 with Autism Spectrum Disorder, this virtual support group accepts OAP, S.S.A.H. Passport funding, and requires regirstration/intake.
April 1, 2025: Community Event
Virtual Transition Presentation (Sunflower Development Services)
Join Sunflower Development Services for one of their presentations about how you can transition into one of their Life & Social Skills programs, and develop new skills for tomorrow. They accept all funding types and you can visit their website for detailed list of their programs.
April 1, 2025: Education, Work-Job Events
Sector-Specific Canadian Workplace Communication & Job Search Support for Newcomers, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. (JVS Toronto)
Improve your communication skills with their 8-week enhanced language training (ELT) programs for newcomers in Architecture, Business and Finance fields. Open to Permanent Residents and Convention Refugees with CLB level 6 and above.
April 1, 2025: Youth Activities and Support
The First Tee Program, 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. (first tee ontario)
First Tee is an affordable learn-to-play golf program for youth aged 7-13. Andre Gillezeau uses instruction focused on the fundamentals of gold: putting, chipping, pitching, and a full swing. No previous golf skills are required, no equipment requires as all equipment will be provided for participants during each session.
April 1, 2025: Community Event
Rethinking The World: A Duty of Remembrance, A Conference Discussion With Rhodne Desir, April 1, 2025, 1:00 – 2:30 p.m. (Dance Works, and dance Immersion)
To celebrate the invaluable contributions and rich heritage of Black communities, choreographer and documentary filmmaker Rhodnie Désir invites you on a journey that blends geography, anthropology, history, and artistry—an exploration into the heart of Afro-descendant history in the Americas. Since 2015, Rhodnie has traveled across the Americas, seeking to uncover the diverse cultures of Afro-descendant communities and retracing their stories, inspired by her own ancestral roots.
April 4, 2025: Community Event
SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK® & Kaïa Kater, April 4, 2025, 8:00 p.m. (Merdian Arts Center)
Celebrate 50 years of SWEET HONEY IN THE ROCK®! This Grammy-nominated vocal quartet blends powerful harmonies with a message of love, justice, and resilience. Known for their dynamic performances, they captivate audiences worldwide. Opening the night is Kaïa Kater, a Juno-nominated singer-songwriter with jazz-infused folk roots. Don’t miss this unforgettable night of music and activism. Tickets start at just $25—get yours now!
April 5, 2025: Community Event
BOW’T TRAIL Retrospek, April 4-5, 2025 (dance Immersion and Dance Works)
Following our 2023 Toronto presentation of the studio excerpt of this work, they are proud to present the stunning full-length BOW’T TRAIL Retrospek in April 2025. Since 2015, Rhodnie Désir has been exploring the Americas in search of Afro-descendant cultures, including Martinique, Haiti, Brazil, Mexico, Halifax and New Orleans. The choreographer, driven by a desire and a need to transcend her origins, has been immersing herself in the African cultures and rhythms of the peoples who were taken to these lands. The resulting performance piece, BOW’T TRAIL Retrospek, is a conversation between the present and the past, channeled through the body of Rhodnie Désir, in which more than 130 testimonies collected on lands of the Americas still reside. In this award-winning interdisciplinary work, Désir transcends polyrhythmic and majestic textures and sonorities while her body is mysteriously enveloped by video projections and plural memories connecting the audience to the universe of her travels.
April 11, 2025: Community Event, Recreational Activities
ReHoming, a solo exhibition by member artist Helen Kong, April 11, 2025, 4:00 – 8:00 p.m. (Tangled Art + Disability, Workman Arts)
Helen Kong is the 2024/25 Artist in Residence in partnership with Tangled Art + Disability at Workman Arts! This exhibition introduces Helen Kong’s interconnected practice; between object making, self-awareness and close observations, Helen interweaves a wide range of concepts and materials into her artistic practice. Visit the exhibition at Tangled Art + Disability (401 Richmond St W Suite 124, Toronto) from now until April 11th, 2025.
April 11, 2025: Work-Job Events, Support Services
Hiding in Plain Sight, April 11, 2025, 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Food Processing Skills Canada)
An exclusive in-person workshop and be part of the movement to build a more inclusive and diverse workforce. By exploring the untapped potential of persons with disabilities, you can not only enhance your team but also gain a competitive edge in today’s ever-evolving market.
April 12, 2025: Work-Job Events
Job Opportunities with the Canadian Coast Guard (Canadian Coast Guard)
What could you do in 24 hours? At the Canadian Coast Guard, you can do a lot in 24 hours. From helping people in need to protecting our oceans from pollution, they offer work experiences like no other. Looking for a new experience or a change? They have the perfect job for you!
April 13, 2025: Community Event
A Thousand Bodies in Partnership with Images Festival, April 13, 2025, 4:00 – 6:00 p.m. (Workman Arts, and Images Festival)
A Thousand Landscapes, A Thousand Bodies is a two-fold film program that explores the tension between the collective and the individual by looking at how landscapes and bodies interact with each other. Conceived as a diptych, these two programs bypass the difference of scale between the body and the landscape to take interest in the trajectories of contamination that puts these two entities in constant relation and negotiation.
April 14, 2025: Work- Job Events
Career Readiness Workshops, April 14, 2025 (Active Career Connect & Engagement Project for Internationally Educated Health Professionals (ACCEP-IEHP))
The program is open to permanent residents, naturalized Canadian citizens, and individuals with conventional refugee status who are internationally educated healthcare professionals. This program supports skilled newcomers in advancing their careers in the Canadian healthcare sector. Key benefits include:
- Subsidized work experience
- Individualized career planning
- One-on-one guidance and mentorship
- Career readiness training and professional development
April 15, 2025: Youth Activities and Support
Life Worth Living: DBT Skills for 2SLGBTQ+ Youth, Tuesdays, 6:00 – 7:30 p.m.(The 519, and Hope + Me)
Are you interested in learning Dialectical Behaviour Therapy skills to learn ways of managing your mental health challenges? In collaboration with The 519, Hope + Me are now offering a free skills-building group for 2SLGBTQ+ youth ages 18 to 29 to improve mental well-being.
April 15, 2025: Work-Job Event
Volunteers Needed at the Bodhi Meditation Centre (Bodhi Meditation Centre)
The Bodhi Meditation Centre is a Non-Profit Organization that hosts different Holiday and Special Festivals for diverse communities. They are currently recruiting volunteers to provide support for their upcoming April Festival and numerous positions in different departments.
Message 647-553-2886 or email info@bodhimeditationca.org
April 17, 2025: Work-Job Event
DTM Creation Lab Residency, April 17, 2025 (dance Immersion, and Tarragon Theater)
From June 16 – June 28, 2025, four Black-identifying artists selected from this open call will receive high-level visioning and guidance from five established performing arts professionals as they develop a work that integrates movement, text, and song. The residency will take place at Tarragon Theatre, Toronto, and culminate in an in-formal showing of the works-in-progress to an invited audience. This is a paid residency opportunity, with each of the four selected residents receiving $2,170 ($35/hour x 62 hours), inclusive of HST.
April 17, 2025: Work-Job Event
Understanding the Human Services System (1-Day Workshop), April 17, 2025, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Findhelp)
Learn about the 10 things you need to know about how community social services are delivered, financial assistance & income security programs, health and housing services, mental health and counselling services at this one-day workshop for $149/ per person.
April 22, 2025: Mental Health
Virtual Youth Grief Peer Support Group (Centre of Greif and Healing)
They offer two groups—focused on Overdose Loss and Suicide Loss— that provide a supportive space for young people coping with the loss of someone to suicide or overdose. They have 8 weeks of sessions – no commitment required; register for the dates/sessions you’re interested in.
To register or for more details, email info@bereavedfamilies.ca.
April 22, 2025: Work-Job Events
Pathways to Possibilities: Register Now for Aerospace & Mobility Career Opportunities! April 22, 2025, 1:00 p.m. (Seventh Brigde, and the Ontario Vehicle Innovation Network)
This program is designed to facilitate networking and career exploration, particularly for underrepresented groups, by providing exposure to career opportunities within aerospace, automotive, and mobility sectors, live and virtual expert-led discussions offering firsthand industry perspectives, structured mentorship and professional development guidance. This program is open to individuals aged 18+, including students, educators, parents, career changers, and job seekers interested in these industries.
April 24, 2025: Community Event
Dobet Gnahoré & Okavango African Orchestra
African singer, dancer, songwriter, and percussionist Dobet Gnahoré is known for her dynamic performances and ability to blend various musical styles from across the African continent. Opening is Toronto/Montreal based Okavango African Orchestra, uniting musicians from historically unconnected African cultures to create a new musical language.
April 24, 2025: Community Events, Recreational Activities
Dobet Gnahoré live in concert, April 24, 2025 (By Blacks)
Witness the electrifying energy of Dobet Gnahoré live in concert! A Grammy-winning African singer, dancer, and percussionist, Dobet’s performances are a powerful celebration of culture, rhythm, and empowerment. Opening the night is Okavango African Orchestra, blending traditional sounds from across the continent.
April 30, 2025: Youth Activities and Support, Education
The Mortgage Exploration Program, Starting in April. (Careers Education Empowerment and RFA)
Gateway to a mortgage industry career! This 15-week program offeres comprehensive training, hands-on experience, and support to help build a strong foudnation in the mortgage industry.
April 30, 2025: Support Services
Mothering Minds Imitative (Black Women’s Health Institute)
Motherhood can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. Calling on all new and expecting Black mothers to join Cohort 1 of the Mothering Minds Initiative. Connect, share, and grow with other moms who truly understand your journey. Get support and build confidence in a safe, nurturing space created just for you.
May 1, 2025: Work-Job Event
Information, Referral & Communication Skills (2-Day Workshop) , May 1-2, 2025, 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. (Findhelp)
Learn about the steps in the information, assessment and referral process, effective communication and active listening techniques, crisis intervention strategies, and tips for defusing anger/hostility in this two-day workshop for $299/ per person.
May 3, 2025: Youth Activities and Support
GEM 2025–2026 Applications Are Now Open (Girls E-Mentorship)
GEM is a registered charitable organization dedicated to empowering high school girls facing financial and systemic barriers. Since 2012, they have supported over 1,000 young women on their journeys to post-secondary education and career success through mentorship, networking, and leadership development. With one-on-one mentorship, self-identified girls in Grade 9-12.
May 21, 2025: Work-Job Events
Youth Career Catalyst program, May 21, 2025 (Outward Bound Canada)
Outward Bound Canada is a non-profit that empowers youth to build resilience, develop social and emotional skills, and navigate stress and challenge through experiential, outdoor learning. Their newest initiative, the Youth Career Catalyst (YCC) program, is funded in part by the Government of Canada under the Youth Employment and Skills Strategy program and is building a bridge to meaningful careers for youth who are not currently in education, employment or training. Through this program, we prepare individuals aged 18-30 for employment by combining training, mentorship and immersive outdoor experiences. They are prioritizing folks who are facing multiple barriers, including Indigenous and racialized youth, and 2SLGBTQ+ youth.
May 23, 2025: Community Event
BIPOC BOOK CLUB with Collaborative Learning College at CAMH, Fridays, 1:00 – 3:00 p.m. (Workman Arts, CAMH)
Join a supportive space for BIPOC (Black, Indigenous, and people of colour) folks to explore non-fiction that addresses systemic barriers and healing strategies. Their first book, Real Self-Care by Pooja Lakshmin, offers practical tools for meaningful self-care through an intersectional lens. *Purchasing and reading the full book is not required to participate. Each session will include reading selected passages, open discussions, guided writing exercises, and reflective prompts. For readers and writers of all experiences levels.
May 27, 2025: Education, Work-Job Events
Sector-Specific Canadian Workplace Communication & Job Search Support for Newcomers, 6 week program starting on April 1, from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. (JVS Toronto)
Improve your communication skills with their 6-week enhanced language training (ELT) programs for newcomers in the IT and Technology fields. Open to Permanent Residents and Convention Refugees with CLB level 6 and above.
May 31, 2025: Community Event, Work/Job Event
Afro-Carib Fest August 23-24, 2025, 12:00 – 9:00 p.m. (Heritage Development Centre)
Showcase your amazing products and services at the vibrant Afro-Carib Fest, scheduled to take place at Thomson Memorial Park in Scarborough on August 23rd and 24th, 2025, from 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm each day. Don’t miss out on the opportunity to connect with thousands of attendees eager to experience the best of food, crafts, fashion, and more from our diverse community. Registration ends on May 31, 2025.
June 6, 2025: Health, Mental Health
Nervous System Reset, Fridays, 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. (Family Service Toronto, and United Way)
The webinar is primarily trauma-informed yoga, but it also includes other body-based strategies you can use to regulate your nervous system. This webinar is free, open to anyone, and folks are welcome to attend whenever works for them (you do not have to attend all sessions). This program starts on April 25 and ends on June 6, 2025.
To register contact Family Service Toronto – Service Access Unit at 416-595-9618 or sau@familyservicetoronto.org
June 9, 2025: Youth Activities and Support
The Lloyd Christopher Skeen Memorial Aviation Camp, July 7- 18, 2025 (The Dream Never Dies Foundation)
The Dream Never Dies Foundation is working with Urban Pilots Network to host the Lloyd Christopher Skeen Memorial Aviation Camp for youth ages 12-18. There, participants will experience lectures, workshops, flight simulation, field trips, and an unforgettable flight aboard a small aircraft. Lunches are included and a free swag bag is provided at the end of camp. Be sure to apply before Monday July 9, 2025!
August 24, 2025: Community Event
Afro-Carib Fest August 23-24, 2025, 12:00 – 9:00 p.m. (Heritage Development Centre)
You can experience the best of food, crafts, fashion, and more from our diverse community. Showcasing amazing products and services at the vibrant Afro-Carib Fest, scheduled to take place at Thomson Memorial Park in Scarborough on August 23rd and 24th, 2025, from 12:00 pm to 9:00 pm each day.
December 1, 2025: Mental Health
Laughter Healing Circle, Wednesdays at 11:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (The Neighbourhood Organization)
If you forgot to laugh because of stress, worries or loneliness, join The Neighbourhood Network’s Laughter Healing Circle. Together, you will laugh as a form of exercise, known as Laughter Yoga. No experience needed. No equipment needed. To register, contact Mike at 416-529-2915
December, 2025: Seniors Event
Seniors Day Program, 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Sunflower Developmental Services)
Senior programing for individuals with developmental/intellectual delays. Get your loved ones involved in a program where they can socialize with other seniors and make a friend, do modified activities at their pace, maintain their health through motivation activities and exercise. Get the respite you deserve. Extended hours available. Contact Sunflower Developmental Services at 416-289-223 or Sunnflowerrcs@gmail.com
December 31, 2025: Health Programs/Mental Health Programs/Education
Health Justice Hub Programs, 3-8 PM (The 519)
This program runs every Wednesday for folks in the 2SLGBTQIA+ community.
- 3 to 5:30pm is a Drop-in for health services navigation, including gender-affirming support, STI testing education and referrals, the 519 Legal Clinic support and information, and the 519’s programs and services
- 6-8 PM is Workshop Wednesday where folks can learn and connect in free workshops.
December 31, 2025: Community Event/Recreation Activities
Her Stories Book Club (SFA and WHIWH)
This online book club is held every Fridayand highlights the stories of black authors and characters. Youth 16-25 who identify as African, Caribbean and/ or Black women are encouraged to join. Members will receive the book of the month and will meet via Zoom every Friday to discuss the assigned chapters. Spots are limited.
December 31, 2025: Health Programs/Youth Activities & Support
Health Care Services (Young Street Mission)
The YSM Evergreen Health Centre offers health services to street-involved youth aged 16-24.
December 31,2025: Community Event/Recreation Activities/Youth Activities & Support
Virtual Her Stories Book Club, (SFA and WHIWH)
This book club highlights the stories of black authors and characters. Youth 16-25 who identify as African, Caribbean and/ or Black women are encouraged to register. Members will receive the book of the month and will collectively meet via zoom every Friday to discuss the assigned chapters. Spots are limited.
December 31, 2025: Community Event/ Health Program/Recreational Activities
Women For Change Walking Group (Women For Change)
Join Women for Change at the Fairview Mall Parking lot by the TD Bank to walk for a one hour walk. This will be an ongoing program that happens Sundays at 9:00 a.m., Saturdays at 10:00 a.m., and Thursday afternoons. Email Info@womenforchange.ca if you are interested
December, 2025: Mental Health
Family Service Toronto’s Single Session Walk-In Counselling program (Family Service Toronto)
Their Single Session Walk-In Counselling service is available to individuals, couples, and families who are seeking support for mental and emotional health challenges or ideas on how to make positive changes in life. Whether you are dealing with stress, relationship issues, grief, or other life difficulties, their professional counsellors are here to help.
