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TWC Current Workshops

Your health and safety are our priority. While all in-person Toronto Writers Collective workshops are postponed until further notice in response to COVID-19, we are offering virtual workshops as listed below. We understand the importance of writing for our community, so we will continue sharing prompts, updates and workshops through digital means. Feel free to reach out to [email protected] with any questions.

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Virtual TWC Workshop (Holiday Time) 12:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Holiday Time)
Jan 1 @ 12:00 pm – 2:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Holiday Time)
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2
Virtual TWC Workshop (Saturdays) 10:30 am
Virtual TWC Workshop (Saturdays)
Jan 2 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Saturdays)
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Progress Place 11:00 am
Progress Place
Jan 2 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
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3
Virtual TWC Workshop (Sundays 11:00 am
Virtual TWC Workshop (Sundays
Jan 3 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
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4
Virtual TWC Workshop (Mondays) 12:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Mondays)
Jan 4 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Mondays)
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The LOFT Transitional Age Youth Programs In-House Workshop 5:30 pm
The LOFT Transitional Age Youth Programs In-House Workshop
Jan 4 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
The LOFT Transitional Age Youth Programs In-House Workshop @ Toronto | Ontario | Canada
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5
6
O’Stephen Virtual (In-House) 9:30 am
O’Stephen Virtual (In-House)
Jan 6 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Wednesdays) 7:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Wednesdays)
Jan 6 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Wednesdays)
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7
Virtual TWC Workshop (Thursdays) 1:30 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Thursdays)
Jan 7 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
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F & AP Virtual (closed) 2:00 pm
F & AP Virtual (closed)
Jan 7 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Thursday Evenings) 7:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Thursday Evenings)
Jan 7 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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8
Virtual TWC Workshop (Friday Aft) 2:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Friday Aft)
Jan 8 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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9
Virtual TWC Workshop (Saturdays) 10:30 am
Virtual TWC Workshop (Saturdays)
Jan 9 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Saturdays)
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Progress Place 11:00 am
Progress Place
Jan 9 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
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10
Virtual TWC Workshop (Sundays 11:00 am
Virtual TWC Workshop (Sundays
Jan 10 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
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11
Centretown TWC Monday Workshops 10:00 am
Centretown TWC Monday Workshops
Jan 11 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Centretown TWC Monday Workshops
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Mondays) 12:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Mondays)
Jan 11 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Mondays)
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The LOFT Transitional Age Youth Programs In-House Workshop 5:30 pm
The LOFT Transitional Age Youth Programs In-House Workshop
Jan 11 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
The LOFT Transitional Age Youth Programs In-House Workshop @ Toronto | Ontario | Canada
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12
Sandy Hill Community Health Centre (Open) 1:00 pm
Sandy Hill Community Health Centre (Open) @ Sandy Hill Community Health Centre
Jan 12 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Sandy Hill Community Health Centre (Open) @ Sandy Hill Community Health Centre
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Tuesdays) 2:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Tuesdays)
Jan 12 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Tuesdays)
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13
O’Stephen Virtual (In-House) 9:30 am
O’Stephen Virtual (In-House)
Jan 13 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
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Centre Green Montreal Virtual (closed) 1:30 pm
Centre Green Montreal Virtual (closed)
Jan 13 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Wednesdays) 7:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Wednesdays)
Jan 13 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Wednesdays)
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14
Virtual TWC Workshop (Thursdays) 1:30 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Thursdays)
Jan 14 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
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F & AP Virtual (closed) 2:00 pm
F & AP Virtual (closed)
Jan 14 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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Visual Arts Mississauga 2:00 pm
Visual Arts Mississauga
Jan 14 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Thursday Evenings) 7:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Thursday Evenings)
Jan 14 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Thursday Evenings)
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15
Mind Forward Mississauga (Closed) 1:00 pm
Mind Forward Mississauga (Closed)
Jan 15 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Friday Aft) 2:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Friday Aft)
Jan 15 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Friday Aft)
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16
Virtual TWC Workshop (Saturdays) 10:30 am
Virtual TWC Workshop (Saturdays)
Jan 16 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Saturdays)
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Progress Place 11:00 am
Progress Place
Jan 16 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
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17
Virtual TWC Workshop (Sundays 11:00 am
Virtual TWC Workshop (Sundays
Jan 17 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
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18
Centretown TWC Monday Workshops 10:00 am
Centretown TWC Monday Workshops
Jan 18 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Centretown TWC Monday Workshops
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Mondays) 12:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Mondays)
Jan 18 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Mondays)
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The LOFT Transitional Age Youth Programs In-House Workshop 5:30 pm
The LOFT Transitional Age Youth Programs In-House Workshop
Jan 18 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
The LOFT Transitional Age Youth Programs In-House Workshop @ Toronto | Ontario | Canada
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19
Sandy Hill Community Health Centre (Open) 1:00 pm
Sandy Hill Community Health Centre (Open) @ Sandy Hill Community Health Centre
Jan 19 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Sandy Hill Community Health Centre (Open) @ Sandy Hill Community Health Centre
Tickets
Please contact [email protected] to register.
Virtual TWC Workshop (Tuesdays) 2:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Tuesdays)
Jan 19 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Tuesdays)
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Tuesday Evenings) 6:30 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Tuesday Evenings)
Jan 19 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Tuesday Evenings)
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A new workshop facilitated by Shannon. Register on Eventbrite    
20
O’Stephen Virtual (In-House) 9:30 am
O’Stephen Virtual (In-House)
Jan 20 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Wednesdays) 7:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Wednesdays)
Jan 20 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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21
Virtual TWC Workshop (Thursdays) 1:30 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Thursdays)
Jan 21 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
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F & AP Virtual (closed) 2:00 pm
F & AP Virtual (closed)
Jan 21 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Thursday Evenings) 7:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Thursday Evenings)
Jan 21 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
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22
Mind Forward Mississauga (Closed) 1:00 pm
Mind Forward Mississauga (Closed)
Jan 22 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Friday Aft) 2:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Friday Aft)
Jan 22 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
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TWC Facilitator Training 6:45 pm
TWC Facilitator Training
Jan 22 @ 6:45 pm – 9:00 pm
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23
TWC Facilitator Training 10:00 am
TWC Facilitator Training
Jan 23 @ 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Saturdays) 10:30 am
Virtual TWC Workshop (Saturdays)
Jan 23 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Saturdays)
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Progress Place 11:00 am
Progress Place
Jan 23 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
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24
TWC Facilitator Training 10:30 am
TWC Facilitator Training
Jan 24 @ 10:30 am – 4:30 pm
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Sundays 11:00 am
Virtual TWC Workshop (Sundays
Jan 24 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
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25
Centretown TWC Monday Workshops 10:00 am
Centretown TWC Monday Workshops
Jan 25 @ 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
Centretown TWC Monday Workshops
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Mondays) 12:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Mondays)
Jan 25 @ 12:00 pm – 1:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Mondays)
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The LOFT Transitional Age Youth Programs In-House Workshop 5:30 pm
The LOFT Transitional Age Youth Programs In-House Workshop
Jan 25 @ 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm
The LOFT Transitional Age Youth Programs In-House Workshop @ Toronto | Ontario | Canada
Tickets
26
Sandy Hill Community Health Centre (Open) 1:00 pm
Sandy Hill Community Health Centre (Open) @ Sandy Hill Community Health Centre
Jan 26 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Sandy Hill Community Health Centre (Open) @ Sandy Hill Community Health Centre
Tickets
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Tuesdays) 2:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Tuesdays)
Jan 26 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Tuesdays)
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Family Councils of Ontario (In-House) 6:00 pm
Family Councils of Ontario (In-House)
Jan 26 @ 6:00 pm – 8:00 pm
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Tuesday Evenings) 6:30 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Tuesday Evenings)
Jan 26 @ 6:30 pm – 8:30 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Tuesday Evenings)
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A new workshop facilitated by Shannon. Register on Eventbrite    
27
O’Stephen Virtual (In-House) 9:30 am
O’Stephen Virtual (In-House)
Jan 27 @ 9:30 am – 11:30 am
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Centre Green Montreal Virtual (closed) 1:30 pm
Centre Green Montreal Virtual (closed)
Jan 27 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Wednesdays) 7:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Wednesdays)
Jan 27 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Wednesdays)
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28
Virtual TWC Workshop (Thursdays) 1:30 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Thursdays)
Jan 28 @ 1:30 pm – 3:30 pm
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Thursday Evenings) 7:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Thursday Evenings)
Jan 28 @ 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Thursday Evenings)
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29
Mind Forward Mississauga (Closed) 1:00 pm
Mind Forward Mississauga (Closed)
Jan 29 @ 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Friday Aft) 2:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Friday Aft)
Jan 29 @ 2:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Friday Aft)
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30
Virtual TWC Workshop (Saturdays) 10:30 am
Virtual TWC Workshop (Saturdays)
Jan 30 @ 10:30 am – 12:30 pm
Virtual TWC Workshop (Saturdays)
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Progress Place 11:00 am
Progress Place
Jan 30 @ 11:00 am – 12:30 pm
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Virtual TWC Workshop (Sundays 11:00 am
Virtual TWC Workshop (Sundays
Jan 31 @ 11:00 am – 1:00 pm
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TWC Current Workshop Partners (01/05/2021)

Centre Greene Montréal: https://centregreen.org

Centre Greene is an inclusive independent, not for profit, community organization working to build a strong and vibrant community by providing recreational, social and cultural services to all. Closed workshop.

Centretown CHC Ottawa: https://www.centretownchc.org

A healthy community is one where everyone has the ability to make healthy choices. We work in partnership to help people and groups identify and take action on issues important to them.

Our Centre works hard to collaboratively address important local and advocacy issues. These include social isolation, community safety, racism, and poverty. Closed workshop

Family Councils of Ontario: https://fco.ngo

Leading and supporting families in improving quality of life in long-term care. Closed Workshop

Fred Victor Housing : Open Workshop, 145 Queen Street East, Toronto, ON M5C 1S1 www.fredvictor.org/housing

Fred Victor Housing provides responsive, accessible and innovative housing and services for men and women who have experienced homelessness and poverty or have lived in unhealthy or sub-standard accommodations. Open workshop

Friends and Advocates Peel: https://fapeel.org/

Friends & Advocates is a Community Adult Mental Health Organization, and has provided Social Rehabilitation services since 1986.

FAAP provides support to those who have experienced Mental/Emotional Distress resulting in Social Isolation.  We provide members with opportunities to develop strong Communication, Interpersonal and Leadership Skills. In-House workshop

INKSpire: https://inkspire.org

INKspire is a place for youth to share their stories and offer perspectives on relevant, contemporary issues. Closed Workshop

LOFT TAY www.loftcs.org

The LOFT Transitional Age Youth Programs (TAY) provides access to services on a voluntary basis for youth under 25 years who live with mental health, physical health and substance use challenges. We provide individual and group counseling, social drop-ins, case management/community support, a wide range of housing alternatives, and 24 hr phone and text support to our clients. We serve young people from a diverse range of gender, racial and cultural communities and make every effort to provide an equitable, non-judgmental environment for youth to receive support and build independence. Closed workshop

Mind Forward Brain Injury Services: www.mindforward.org

Mindforward Brain Injury Services exists so that there will be the highest quality of life possible for those persons in the regions of Peel, Halton and Dufferin County whose lives are touched by Acquired Brain Injury.  Closed workshop

Mood Disorders Ottawa: https://www.mooddisordersottawa.ca/

MDO is a registered non-profit volunteer-run organization that supports people with mood disorders and their loved ones.

MyToronto: https://mytorontocalendar.com/

The MYTORONTO program provides people affected by homelessness and poverty an opportunity to engage in artistic expression, make meaningful connections, learn new skills and gain extra income. Open workshop.

Progress Place www.progressplace.org

​​Progress Place is a recovery centre for people living with mental illness such as Schizophrenia, Bipolar, Depression and Anxiety. ​Combining a comprehensive network of services that includes ePrmployment, education, recreation and housing, our innovative approach to psychosocial rehabilitation is progressive and world-renowned. Mental illness need not be an obstacle to fulfilling one’s dreams. We are committed to helping people stay out of hospitals, achieve their personal goals and contribute to the communities they live in. Closed workshop

Reena: https://www.reena.org/

Reena is a non-profit organization which promotes dignity, individuality, independence, personal growth and community inclusion for people with developmental disabilities within a framework of Jewish culture and values.

Renascent: Punanai Treatment Centre: renascent.ca 

Renascent is one of Ontario’s largest and longest-standing addiction treatment providers. Founded in 1970, Renascent offers evidence-based, trauma-informed care that addresses substance addiction and concurrent mental health issues. Closed Workshop

Renascent: Paul J. Sullivan House: renascent.ca 

Renascent is one of Ontario’s largest and longest-standing addiction treatment providers. Founded in 1970, Renascent offers evidence-based, trauma-informed care that addresses substance addiction and concurrent mental health issues. Closed Workshop

Sandy Hill Community Health Centre: https://www.shchc.ca/

Sandy Hill CHC is a not-for-profit health and social services organization serving a diverse community in the Sandy Hill and Old Ottawa East Communities. Some of our programs have the capacity to serve the greater Ottawa region. Open workshop

Street Haven: www.streethaven.org

The Street Haven Learning Centre provides free educational and pre-employment services for women. We deliver programming that is flexible and women-centred. Open workshop

The Power Plant: http://www.thepowerplant.org

The Power Plant is Canada’s leading public gallery devoted exclusively to contemporary visual art. It is a vital forum for the advanced artistic culture of our time.

Visual Arts Mississauga: http://www.visualartsmississauga.com

Visual Arts Mississauga extends a warm invitation to all. Come and be a part of the healing and co-operative arts community. We have a diverse and interesting group of people who have discovered their hidden talents and enjoyment through art. We know that art has an important role in helping people through particularly difficult times. Open workshop

On Hiatus Workshops:

519 Church Street Community Centre: Open Workshop, 519 Church St, Toronto, ON M4Y 2C9 www.the519.org

The 519 is the hub of community life for the LGBTQ community, providing over 80 community-led programs that provide peer support and social, recreational, arts, and cultural opportunities. Open workshop

Alpha House: www.alphahousetoronto.ca/

Alpha House is an addiction recovery community addressing the needs of self-identified men and non-binary people aged 18 and up. At Alpha House we believe that recovery from addiction and mental illnesses must address every aspect of the individual. As a result, our programs address physical, mental, spiritual, and social needs, all in an effort to support the individual’s recovery from addiction.

Anishnawbe Heath Toronto: www.aht.ca

AHT aims to improve the health and well-being of Aboriginal People in spirit, mind, emotion and body by providing Traditional Healing within a multidisciplinary health care model. Closed Workshop

Compass Program: Christ Church Mississauga: thecompass.ca

We provide a safe and welcoming place for people to come to for help. We offer immediate assistance with food, then work with clients offering practical and spiritual support to the challenges that often come along with a low income. Open workshop

Cota Health: www.cotainspires.ca/

Cota is an accredited, not-for-profit, community-based organization that has been supporting adults with mental health and cognitive challenges to live well within their communities for over 45 years. We provide person-centred supports that assist individuals to find inspiration and hope in their inherent strengths and support them to pursue meaningful change in their lives, as they define it. In-House workshop

CreativeHub 1352: www.creativehub1352.ca/

A unique and exciting heritage space in Mississauga filled with memories and possibilities. A multi-disciplinary creative hub to connect, create, collaborate across the arts, heritage, culture, the environment and technology. A space for innovation, visual arts, performing arts, community events, community gardens, environmental stewardship, community development and more. Open workshop

FCJ Refugee Centre: FCJ Refugee Centre serves refugees and others at risk due to their immigration status, and welcomes anyone asking for advice, counsel and support regarding their refugee or immigration claim process. We address systemic issues that newly arrived refugee claimants face in Canada including lack of resources, marginalization, and discrimination. Closed Workshop

KGO Adult Learning http://www.kgoadultliteracy.com

The KGO Adult Literacy Program is a grassroots, volunteer-run literacy program that assists adults ages 21 years and older in the Kingston-Galloway-Orton Park community with their reading, writing and math skills.

Mustard Seed, Fontbonne Ministries, Sisters of St. Joseph Open Workshop, 791 Queen Street East, Toronto, ON M4M 1H6 http://www.csj-to.ca/mustard-seed

The Mustard Seed is a welcoming community space that provides opportunities for participants and volunteers to nurture mind, body and spirit, while developing life skills and creativity. Open workshop

Na Me Res www.nameres.org

The Na-Me-Res team meets the physical, mental, spiritual, and emotional needs of our clients wherever they are on their journey. We are traditional Elders & teachers, case managers, counsellors, client care and support workers, street outreach workers, housing support and aftercare workers, Registered Nurses, Oshkabaywis (spiritual helpers), and a life skills coordinator. Na-Me-Res also partners with psychiatrists, doctors, and many other community service providers. In-House Workshop

Ontario Works: HOPE program -Wellesley Place: https://www.toronto.ca/community-people/employment-social-support/employment-support/toronto-employment-and-social-services-locations/wellesley-place-employment-social-services/ Wellesley Place Employment & Social Services provides drop-in services and resources to help you during your job search, and issues financial benefits through Ontario Works. Closed workshop

Peel Recovery West: https://cmhapeeldufferin.ca/programs-services/recovery-west/

At Recovery West we believe that everyone in recovery from mental
health issues should have support from their peers and a variety of opportunities throughout their journey in recovery. This program promotes Mental Health Recovery through groups, activities and vocational services with a focus on peer support. In-House Workshop

Renascent Health – Graham Munro Centre www.renascent.ca

Renascent facilitates recovery, education and prevention relating to substance addictions through a continuum of programs and services for individuals, families and organizations. All people affected by substance addictions will be guided with hope, tools and living examples, to achieve a life of physical, mental and spiritual health. In-House workshop

Other locations: Punanai Treatment Centre and Paul J. Sullivan House, Whitby

Sistering Open Workshop 962 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M6H 1L6 www.sistering.org

Sistering is a multi-service agency for at-risk, socially isolated women in Toronto who are homeless or precariously housed. Open workshop

Small Arms Society: http://www.creativehub1352.ca/ A unique and exciting heritage space in Mississauga filled with memories and possibilities. A multi-disciplinary creative hub to connect, create, collaborate across the arts, heritage, culture, the environment and technology. A space for innovation, visual arts, performing arts, community events, community gardens, environmental stewardship, community development and more. Open workshop

Toronto Public Library: Evelyn Gregory Library Open Workshop, 120 Trowell Ave, York, ON M6M 1L7 https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca

Following collaboration on the Write On! program, the Evelyn Gregory branch has continued an expressive writing workshop to provide writers an opportunity to hone their skills and receive feedback in a supportive environment, and network with other aspiring writers. Open workshop

Toronto Public Library: Main Street Library Open Workshop, 120 Trowell Ave, York, ON M6M 1L7 https://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca

Following collaboration on the Write On! program, the Evelyn Gregory branch has continued an expressive writing workshop to provide writers an opportunity to hone their skills and receive feedback in a supportive environment, and network with other aspiring writers. Open workshop

Toronto Public Library: S. Walter Stewart Library:  www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/swalterstewart

Open workshop

St Stephen’s Community House (Temporarily Canceled) Open workshop, 91 Bellevue Ave, Toronto, ON M5T 2N8, www.sschto.ca

YWCA: https://www.ywcatoronto.org/

We help women and girls flee violence, secure housing, find jobs, establish their
voices, enhance skills and develop confidence. We offer a range of housing options,
employment and training programs, community support programs, girls’ programs and family programs; we also engage in systemic advocacy. Closed workshop

Write On! Internally generated workshops 

Mentored workshops in conjunction with the Toronto Public Library at various locations in the city to provide resources to unheard people within our society. The material created in the workshops will be a published and online anthology in April.

 

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