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The primary goal of this group is to create a physical activity option that is low or no cost and accessible. Participants choose the routes each week. Many new parks and natural green spaces have been discovered by participants on the walks. Participants also learn about sun safety, and proper foot wear for the walking activity.
Dates: April-October
Day: Thursday
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 12 noon
Location: Keele-Rogers site (1651 Keele St.)
For further information, contact:
Karima Kassam 416-653-5400, ext. 1227
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A participant-lead community kitchen program offers opportunity for Spanish-speaking clients who enjoy cooking and sharing tips on healthy eating.
Dates: ongoing
Day: Friday
Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Location: Keele-Rogers site (1651 Keele St.)
For further information, contact:
Carmen Miloslavich 416-653-5400, ext. 1296
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A participatory program for individuals who enjoy planting and gardening. A harvest party will be arranged at the end of the season. .
Dates: April-September
Day: Wednesday
Time: 3-6 p.m.
Location: Woolner/Jane
For further information, contact:
Carmen Miloslavich 416-653-5400, ext. 1296
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A strong, cohesive group of adults and seniors from the Vietnamese community meets monthly on issues related to health education and community resources. Celebration of cultural festivals and birthdays help reduce isolation among vulnerable members.
Dates: ongoing
Day: Wednesday
Time: 1-4 p.m.
Location: Keele-Rogers site (1651 Keele St.)
For further information, contact:
Kim Nguyen 416-653-5400, ext. 1265
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This one-year project is mandated to establish resident-led community kitchens with a focus on addressing nutrition, healthy eating, healthy lifestyle, and mental health issues of low-income residents.
Dates: till March 2011
Day: Monday to Saturday (specific schedule will be established by each individual group)
Location: Community Kitchens in the neighbourhood
For further information, contact:
Tennur Makarnaci at 416-456-8243
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The kitchen is a complementary program to support Streets to Homes clients. Besides offering a nutritious lunch, the program also provides workshops on harm reduction, employment preparation, kitchen knowledge, healthy eating and healthy lifestyle. Interested clients can also attend an art group in the morning.
Dates: weekly (ongoing)
Day: Thursday
Time: 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Location: Keele-Rogers site (1651 Keele St.)
For further information, contact:
Jose Bonilla at 416-653-5400, ext. 1254
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This group will help participants learn how to cook healthy food and acquire knowledge on appropriate parenting skills.
Dates: monthly
Day: Friday
Time: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Location: 9 Boon Ave
For further information, contact:
Kim Nguyen 416-653-5400, ext. 1265
Keele-Rogers
1651 Keele Street
Toronto, ON M6M 3W2
Tel: 416-653-5400
Fax:
416-653-1696 (admin and counselling)
416-657-3622 (health services)
416-653-8049 (legal services)
416-657-5478 (housing)
416-657-5477 (adult protective services)
Lawrence Heights
12 Flemington Road
Toronto, ON M6A 2N4
Tel:416-787-1661
Bathurst-Finch
540 Finch Avenue West
Toronto, ON M2R 1N7
Tel: 647-436-0385
Jane-Trethewey
1541 Jane Street
Toronto, ON M9N 2R3
Tel: 416-645-7575