UNTIL MARCH 5 FREE ZOOM ONLINE PROGRAMS at the Jean Augustine Centre for Young Women’s Empowerment, 101 Portland St., with more than a dozen popular programs to choose from. Contact information above.
MARCH 5 FREE ONLINE WINTER PROGRAMS by the Jean Augustine Centre for Young Women’s Empowerment via Zoom to learn about Chef’s Catering (senior), Craft for a Cause, Reader to reader, Craftastic market and Tik Tok dance. Contact information above.
FREE MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELLING FOR INFANTS, children, youth and families by phone or video, no fees or appointments. Qualified counsellors available Monday to Friday 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Contact 1-866-585-6486.
SENIORS GROUP ON ZOOM Every Thursday from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. until March 25. Join our virtual group to participate in informative motivational chat, mindfulness and relaxation sessions, exercise, games and crafts. To register call 416-231-7070 ext. 307 or email health.promotion@stonegate.org
VIRTUAL WELLNESS WORKSHOP-ACCESSING CALM at 2 p.m. on March 9, 16 and 23 on ZOOM. Exploring how to connect with the flow of calm energy during the COVID-19 Lockdown. Techniques to stay calm in these challenging times. To register contact Jasmin at 416-252-6471 ext. 308 or email jasmind@lampchc.org
FREE VIRTUAL PHYSIOTHERAPY workshops. March 8 for falls prevention at 2:30 p.m. and chronic neck pain on March 15 at 2:30 p.m. To register please call 416 252 6471 ext. 264.
FREE EIGHT-WEEK MINDFULNESS WORKSHOP series for one-hour on ZOOM on Wednesdays at 3 p.m. in March and April. The focus will be on relaxation and building coping skills to deal with stress and anxiety. To register contact Jasmin at 416-252-6471 ext. 308 or email jasmind@lampchc.org
MARCH 26 LAUGH OUT LOUD FOR YOU every Friday from 3 p.m. to 4 p.m. by ZOOM. This program will contain mindful meditation, exploring emotions and time to share through games and art. A parent or guardian must register each child. To register call 416-231-7070 ext. 307 or email health.promotion@stonegate.org
ZUMBA! EVERY TUESDAY on ZOOM from 7 p.m. to 7:45 p.m. To register call 416-231-7070 ext. 307 or email health.promotion@stonegate.org
HUMBER COLLEGE DISPUTE RESOLUTION CLINIC is offering free online help to support community members in conflict coaching, conflict de-escalation techniques and facilitated mediations. Trained alternate dispute resolution student adivisors and mediators are available for support by emailing northdrc@ignitestudentlife.com
CHAIR EXERCISE FOR SENIORS AND older adults 55-years plus on ZOOM Friday 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. until April 2. A certified fitness instructor will lead the group with exercises to improve balance, strength, posture and flexibility. Participants will need a strong sturdy chair, preferably with no arms and a strong towel or belt for strengthening exercises. To register call 416-231-7070 ext. 307 or email health.promotion@stonegate.org
WARM CLOTHING DRIVE IN SUPPORT of Haven on The Queensway in need of gently used warm clothing for men, women and children. New socks and underwear for men and women, personal hygiene items and clean, gently used winter footwear. Items can be dropped off at Haven every Monday to Thursday between 9 a.m. and 4 p.m. at 1533 The Queensway.
ETOBICOKE SERVICES FOR SENIORS (ESS) grocery delivery program. Step 1 register and place order. Step 2 ESS will pick up grocery and deliver to your door. It will cost the price of your groceries and a $3.50 delivery fee. Call 416-243-0127 ext. 555.
KIWANIS KINGSWAY HUMBER COVID RELIEF FUND to help charities in Etobicoke and residents who are in urgent need for funding. Our COVID-19 Relief Fund is set up to help those organizations. Visit https://bit.ly/3du5fSU or www.kingswaykiwanishumber.com
STUDY BEING CONDUCTED to identify affordable housing issues and solutions in South Etobicoke. Help a ‘passionate’ Humber College research team find affordable housing answers. For more information email salomeh.ahmadi@humber.ca
AFFORABLE HOUSING INFORMATION workshops: Learn how to get on the list for subsidized housing. What kind of supports are available to access affordable housing. The Rent Bank is there if you are behind in your rent and other supports. Also a workshop on Tenant’s Rights. Tuesdays March 2, March 9 and March 16 on Zoom at 7 pm. Contact jasmind@lampchc.org for more information.
FREE FOR ADULTS LEARN BASIC COMPUTER SKILLS: must meet registration criteria including 19 years and over. Wednesdays from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Small online group instruction MS word, Internet, keyboarding, email. Contact 416-252-9701 ext. 242 or 243.
IMPROVE YOUR READING AND WRITING SKILLS. Have fun learning in small groups. Must have a computer and an email address. Criteria includes must be 19 and up, an Ontario resident. Contact 416-252-9701 ext. 242 or 243.
NEIGHBOURHOOD PODS PROJECT. Neighbours helping neighbours. Mutual aid and support phone check-ins. Community Leadership. Volunteer run. For more information contact Daniel Plant at 416-553-8263.
FREE SOUP ON SUNDAY EVERY SUNDAY between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. at St. Margaret’s Anglican Church, at 156 Sixth Street. Free piping hot soup packed in individual Styrofoam containers ready for take-out and go when you show up.
LAMP EMERGENCY FOOD TAKEOUT MEALS are offered Monday through Thursday from 9:30 am to 11:30 a.m. through LAMP’s adult drop-in program. LAMP is located at 185 Fifth Street. Contact 416-252-6471 ext. 264. Group programs are closed.
LAKESHORE OUT OF THE COLD every Monday night at 6 on Thirtieth Street, at this time of the year. More than 800 area families this year will receive assistance. Please consider donating. Foodbank available. Contact Jennifer at 416- 251-8372 ext. 101.p.m. from November to April for a hot meal and emergency overnight accommodations for those who are homeless or hungry. Volunteers prepare dinner plus a bagged lunch for guests, including breakfast. Visit St. Margaret’s Church, 156 Sixth Street.