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Haven Toronto Drop-In Centre on Jarvis Street
Haven Toronto: A Sanctuary for Elder Homeless Men Homelessness is a serious and complex issue that affects thousands of people in Toronto, especially the elderly. According to the City of Toronto, there are over 11,000 people who are experiencing homelessness on any given day, and the number of seniors who are homeless has doubled in…
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Concord Coffee by Concord in the City
Mondays require an extra caffeine boost and I knew just the place I wanted to go this morning– Concord Coffee. Located at 3407 Lakeshore Blvd. West in the Long Branch neighbourhood of south Etobicoke, Concord Coffee is staffed by adults with intellectual disabilities. It is an extension of Concord in the City, a charitable organization…
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The 519 on Church Street
Last night, Toronto Scoop attended the launch of Salah Bachir’s new book, “First To Leave the Party,” at The 519. This was not your typical book party. The event featured performances by recent Walk of Fame inductees Carole Pope and Lorraine Segato. Margaret Atwood was in attendance, and Anne Marie MacDonald, the author of “Fall…
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Native Child and Family Services of Toronto Art Show by the Mooka’am Team
By John-Paul Ricchio On Thursday September 21st, Charlene Avalos, a dear family friend who has worked for the Native Child and Family Services of Toronto for several years, graciously invited me to an art exhibition. This event was supported by the Mooka’am Clinic to showcase the artistic talents of community members. Charlene explained to me…