September 16, 2025: Work-Job Event
Ward 5 Career Job Fair, September 16, 2025, 3:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. (Frances Nunziata, Toronto, TTC, Tropicana Community Services)
A chance to connect with local employers for possible job opportunities. This September, Councillor Frances Nunziata will be hosting a youth job fair at 116 Industry Street
(Learning Enrichment Foundation).
September 16, 2025: Education
Introduction to 3D Printing (Teens/Adults), September 16, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Toronto Public Library)
Class instruction includes: How to prepare a 3D design file for print, How to use the equipment properly and safely, A review of the rules and guidelines for using the 3D printer, If you identify as a person with a disability or as a person who is Deaf, and require an accessibility accommodation to participate in this program, please contact Accessibility Services by email, accessibleservices@tpl.ca, or voicemail, 416-393-7099, to make a request. Please contact us at least three weeks in advance.
September 17, 2025: Youth Activities and Support, Community Event
Zoomtopia, September 17, 2025 (Zoom)
Zoomtopia 2025 kicks off with a powerful keynote you won’t want to miss. You’ll hear from people leading change — from building smarter ways to work to helping you create more connected, human experiences. It’s an inside look into impactful ideas you can use right now, and a glimpse at the vision guiding where Zoom go next.
September 17, 2025: Education
Online Safety Audit Training, September 17, 2025, 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. (METRAC: Action on Violence, United Way Greater Toronto, Toronto)
Join this safety audit training and learn how to access spaces, idenitfy risks, and advocate for safer communities. The goal is to make real impact and change.
September 18, 2025: Youth activities and Support
Crime Prevention / Intervention for Youth, September 18, 2025 (The Black Fathers Alliance, Black Parent Collective)
Gain insight into the root causes of youth involvement in crime and discover tools for early intervention, building resilience, and accessing support networks. Learn about the legal implications and how to have open, non-judgmental conversations with your children.
September 18, 2025: Education
Graphic Design with Canva (Teens/Adults), September 18, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m. (Toronto Public Library)
Create a polished work using different templates and techniques that make your creations pop! Use your own media or choose from millions of stock images, photo filters, icons and shapes to design presentations, and social media graphics.
September 24, 2025: Work-Job Events
Hire Canada Virtual Job Fair & Training Expo, September 24, 2025, 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (HireCanda)
Explore a variety of industries, connect with recruiters, send resumes, and learn from industry experts. Don’t miss this chance to create valuable contacts! If you have any questions or want to reserve a virtual booth, please email saj@hirecanada.ca or call 416-907-8604.
September 25, 2025: Youth Activities and Support
STEMingUp 2025, Deadline of July 25, 2025 (HERvelution)
Applications for STEMingUP 2025 close on Friday, July 25, 2025! STEMingUP is a FREE program for BIPOC girls and gender-diverse youth (ages 13–17) across Ontario, designed to build confidence, real-world STEM skills, and strong support networks for their future. This program is especially for youth facing systemic barriers in accessing STEM. With your help, we can bridge the gap and create more inclusive pathways to success.
September 25, 2025: Work-Job Event
Ward 23 New Opportunities and Job Fair, September 25, 2025, 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. (Jamaal Myers, Toronto, TTC, Tropicana Community Services)
A chance to connect with local employers for possible job opportunities, as well as re-training, self-employment or startup resources and workshops. This September, Councillor Jamaal Myers will be hosting a job fair at 150 Borough Drive (Scarborough Civic Centre).
September 25, 2025: Education
Photo Editing with Adobe Photoshop (Teens/Adults), September 25, 2025, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. (Toronto Public Library)
Learn how to alter and retouch images using Adobe Photoshop CC, an industry standard software for PC & Mac. In this hands-on class, you will learn to work with basic tools to resize, crop, modify colour, filter and add text to an image using our MacBook laptops. This class is for beginners but assumes you have a basic understanding of computer skills — basically, if you can use a word processor or surf the web you can learn Photoshop.
September 27, 2025: Youth Activities and Support, Education
In The Black + FinLit U Kids, September 27, 2025, 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. (TD Bank, Black Moms Connection)
In The Black + FinLit U Kids — a Financial Literacy summit designed specifically for Black families — in partnership with Black Moms Connection and TD Bank Group – Ready Commitment. This summit will feature dynamic Black professionals in the financial industry who will share expert insights on budgeting, generational wealth, and more. Explore a curated selection of Black-owned business vendors, offering products and services that align with economic empowerment, community wellness and growth. One ticket per family. Includes lunch, childcare, and free parking.
September 27, 2025: Youth Activities and Support
Power Circle, September 6 to 27, 2025 (City of Toronto, The Villij)
Power Circle is a FREE 4-week arts, mindfulness and movement-based program for girls and gender diverse youth of colour, ages 12 to 16. This program is funded by the City of Toronto and will be happening every Saturday in September 2025 at The Villij, a Black-owned wellness studio in Leslieville, a short walk or streetcar from Regent Park and with the final session at High Park. The program dates are September 6, 2025, 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.; September 13, 2025, 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.; September 20, 2025, 3:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.; and September 27, 2025, 11:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.
October 3, 2025: Newcomer Support
Get Started in Canada, August 11 to October 3, 2025 (PTP)
Get Started in Canada- Newcomer Women program is designed to support newcomer women in setting meaningful goals and strengthening their employability skills, while also providing the opportunity to earn micro-certificates such as WHMIS, Business Writing, Customer Service, and more, goal-setting support and enhanced job search skills, increased confidence and workplace communication skills.
October 16, 2025: Youth activities and Support
Cybersecurity for Youth, October 16, 2025 (The Black Fathers Alliance, Black Parent Collective)
Learn how to protect your child online with healthy monitoring strategies, tips for recognizing unsafe digital spaces, and practical tools to safeguard personal information and mobile devices. This session is planned in alignment with Cybersecurity Awareness Month in October.
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 1, 2025: Mental Health
Bipolar Peer Support Group, Second and Fourth Thursdays, 7:00 – 8:50 p.m. (Hope and Me)
Do you have a loved one, family member, or a friend living with bipolar who needs your informed help? This bi-monthly online support group is for anyone looking to meet and connect with empathetic peers who identify with the challenges of bipolar disorder. Come learn and grow—and talk to someone who’s been there.
December 1, 2025: Education
Saturday English Reading Club (York Education)
Nurture a love of reading and storytelling through small group book discussions, fostering early literacy skills and encouraging a passion for books. 30-minute sessions are open for age groups 5-8, 9-12, and 13-15 every Saturday afternoon.
December 1, 2025: Education
Wednesday French Reading and Speaking Club (York Education)
Practice French reading and comprehension through story books, covering the basics like the alphabet, colours and simple vocabulary. 30-minute sessions are available for age groups 4-8, and 9-15.
December 1, 2025: Education
Mandarin Reading and Writing Fundamentals Club, Wednesdays at 5 :30 – 6:30 p.m. (York Education)
Master basic characters and language skills. Each session will build the foundation and boost confidence in learning Mandarin.
December 1, 2025: Community Event
Pink Cinema Club, Every third Tuesday of the month (Pink Cinema, Positive Connections, and Persons with AIDs Toronto)
PINK CINEMA & POSITIVE CONNECTIONS are Toronto-based groups that have partnered with the PWA to bring the LGBTQ2+ Community together through cinema with the hopes that they can build community and share the love and history of LGBT Culture. When you join this group, you get to vote on what movies we show on the third Tuesday of each month! Join, then check the “Featured” section for the choices of movies and the poll to vote.
December 1, 2025: Community Event
Men’s Lime, Last Sunday of the month, 3:00 p.m. (Persons with AIDs Toronto)
Come together as heterosexual men to connect, share ideas, and build community. It’s a time for great conversations, good food, drinks, and dancing. For more details, please contact Reception. We look forward to seeing you there at 163 Queens Street East at 3:00 p.m.
December 1, 2025: Community Event, Mental Health
Artistic Calligraphy Tracing, Every Thursday, 1:30- 2:30 p.m. (Persons with AIDs Toronto)
Experience a transformative journey of love, peace, and harmony through water calligraphy and the calligraphy field. Join our live sessions to explore serenity, mindfulness, and the uplifting power of the Love Peace Harmony song. Embrace art and tranquility in a space of renewal and restoration. On the first floor of 163 Queen Street East.
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 31, 2025: Youth Activities and Support, Education
Girls Afterschool Program (Settlement Assistance & Family Support Services)
Afterschool program located at 1200 Markham Road, Scarborough, ON for girls ages 13 to 29. With a primary focus on homework support, fun games and activities, educational programs and field trips, Volunteer opprotunities, youth leadership, youth health and wellness, healthy relationships, mental health, and prevent gender-based violence.
For more information, call +1 416-302-8674 or email Flabasan@safss.org
December 31, 2025: Newcomer Support
Pathways Forward Newcomer Program (Roots Community Services)
Roots offers free services to newcomers who have been in Canada for 5 years or less, including: These programs are FREE and Virtual, One-on-one settlement support and referrals, Employment and resume assistance, Community workshops and information sessions, Youth and family engagement, Help navigating housing, healthcare, education, and other systems.
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.
January 1, 2026: Mental Health
Courage and Compassion for Depression Peer Support Group, Every fourth Monday of the month, 7:00 p.m. – 8:50 p.m. (Hope + Me)
Courage and Compassion is a monthly online support group for anyone looking to meet and connect with empathetic peers who are living with the challenges of depression.
