Allenbury Gardens Newsletter...Nov. 17, 2018: Santa's Workshop at Bayview Village Shopping Centre....
Transcript of Allenbury Gardens Newsletter...Nov. 17, 2018: Santa's Workshop at Bayview Village Shopping Centre....
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Connecting the community | Fall 2018 issue Newsletter
Phase 2 is currently underway!
Development and Construction Update
If you have been by Allenbury Gardens recently, you will see that major construction is now
underway. Phase 2 construction is progressing well with completion of demolition, and we
have now dug a giant hole. The processes of pouring concrete forms and foundations have
begun on what will be the new parking garage.
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If interested, please contact us
and provide the following
information
Name:
Contact information:
Employment interest:
Current educational background:
Are you looking for employment?
Toronto Community Housing will
be offering future employment
and training opportunities to
Allenbury Gardens revitalization
tenants.
TCHC has partnered with local
community organizations and corporate
partners to offer employment, job
readiness and employment support to
our tenants. Current opportunities are
available through our partners.
Contact us by phone or email at: 416-981-4604 or
Available Opportunities Now Hiring. The TCHC Community Animator Program is returning. TCHC will be hiring 15 Community Animators for the Leslie Nymark and Allenbury Gardens communities. Overview of the Community Animator Role Community Animators will work closely with Toronto Community Housing’s revitalization team to make connections with individuals and groups in Leslie Nymark and Allenbury Gardens. In addition, you will support programs and initiatives that will lead to increased tenant participation during the redevelopment process. Activities:
Participate in training sessions and meetings as required
Assist with organizing meetings, workshops and events to engage the community
Conduct outreach to inform tenants of community meetings, workshops, opportunities and events
Provide administrative and/or operational assistance to support local programs, events and initiatives
Being an animator means this is an on-call position. Generally community animators will work up to 20 hours every month, with an hourly rate of $15.
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Learn a trade in construction
Would you be interested in future opportunities related to educational funding?
Contact us by phone or email at: 416-981-4604 or
TCHC Revitalization Team Update
Please welcome Nawal Al Busaidi as Manager, Revitalization and Renewal
Communities and Andre Brown as Community Revitalization Assistant for Allenbury
Gardens. Nawal will be coordinating the engagement and community economic
development aspects of the Allenbury Gardens revitalization for the onsite and relocated
phases of the project. Andre will provide support to residents in all revitalization related
issues; as well as implementing the future projects and opportunities for tenants. Andre is
also the community contact for all revitalization enquires.
Arts and Crafts
Workshops
Thank you to everyone who
attended the Allenbury
Gardens Halloween Arts
and Crafts Workshop. Soul
Condominiums, in
collaboration with Toronto
Community Housing, hosted
an afternoon of great food
and craft making activities.
There will be more activities
for community youth
happening more frequently
in the near future. Please
look out for more
information from your
revitalization team shortly.
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Key Contacts
Nawal Al Busaidi
Manager, Revitalization and Renewal
Communities
(416) 316-8961
Andre Brown
Community Revitalization Assistant
Revitalization and Renewal Communities
(416) 316-5785
Andrew Cox
Community Services Coordinator
Tenant and Community Services
(647) 460-4796
Jacob Zorzella
Building and Community Facilitator
Tenant and Community Services
(647) 461-1070
Client Care Centre
(For maintenance and repair requests) (416) 981-5500
Programs and Services in
our Neighborhood
Settlement and Language Services
There are 22 agencies offering settlement support services to newcomers to Toronto. The programs and services offered by these agencies range from assistance with finding housing to finding appropriate education facilities for children and adults, to helping with various forms and applications (e.g., OHIP, child benefits, etc.). The vast majority of settlement service providers offer English language classes – LINC or ESL – with supplementary support services, such as childcare and assistance with transportation.
Health Services
There are 65 health service providers in North Toronto, of which 21 focus on mental health and addiction services, 16 work on health promotion/information, and seven specialize in health services for seniors. There are three Community Health Centres running five sites that do not require health insurance in the region: Unison Health and Community Services (two branches), Flemingdon Health Centre (two branches) and The Anne Johnston Health Station.
Employment Services
More than 30 service providers across the city offer employment support services such as assistance with resume development, interview skills, enhanced language training focusing on professional language, mentorship and internship programs, and assistance with job placements. Some programs are specifically designed for women, youth and people living with developmental disabilities. For more information and services near you, call 211 Toronto
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What’s on in our neighborhood? Nov. 17, 2018: Santa's Workshop at Bayview Village Shopping Centre. Santa is
getting ready for his big arrival at Bayview Village AUDIENCE: All Ages PRICE: $10
WHEN: (Saturday) 12 noon to 5 p.m. LOCATION: Bayview Village Shopping Centre,
2901 Bayview Ave. Toronto ON, M2K1E6 CONTACT: Phone: 416-226-0404
Nov. 22, 2018: Lunch 'n’ Movie at Amica at Bayview. Treat yourself to a lunch followed
by the uplifting movie The Last Brickmaker In America starring Sidney Poitier. This is a
great opportunity for first-time visitors to our Wellness and Vitality Community. Please
RSVP by November 19. AUDIENCE: Seniors PRICE: Free WHEN: (Thursday) 1:15 to
4:30 p.m. LOCATION: Amica at Bayview, 15 Barberry Place, Toronto ON, M2K 1G9
CONTACT: Name: Kimberly Davies. Email: [email protected] Phone: 416-977-3177
Nov. 28, 2018: Christmas Mama Marketplace at Angelic Treasures Christian
Daycare. Local moms offering unique gift ideas this holiday season. Shop local.
AUDIENCE: All Ages PRICE: Free WHEN: (Wednesday) 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
LOCATION: Angelic Treasures Christian Daycare, 155 Gordon Baker Rd., Toronto ON,
M2H 3N5 Website: https://www.facebook.com/events/245585242777159/
Nov. 29, 2018: Holiday Market at the Toronto Botanical Garden at Toronto Botanical
Garden. Stroll through the halls decked with holiday cheer and well-stocked with
handcrafted and nature-inspired gifts and home-baked treats. WHEN: Thursday,
November 29 from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. LOCATION: Toronto Botanical Garden, 777
Lawrence Ave. E., Toronto ON, M3C1P2
Website:https://torontobotanicalgarden.ca/enjoy/special-events/holiday-open-house/
Nov. 30, 2018: Quantum: The Exhibition at Ontario Science Centre. Delve into the
realm of the subatomic, where particles, forces and fields reign supreme. Deepen your
understanding of quantum mechanics as you learn. AUDIENCE: Children PRICE: Free
WHEN: (Friday) 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. LOCATION: Ontario Science Centre, 770 Don Mills
Road, Toronto ON, M3C1T3 Website: https://childslife.ca/event/quantum-the-exhibition/
Dec. 3, 2018: Parkwoods United Church U.C.W. Guest Speaker. Parkwoods United
Church U.C.W. is hosting guest speaker Carol Watson from the Fred Victor Centre.
Refreshments served before the service. All welcome! Wheelchair accessible. WHEN:
Monday, December 3 from 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. LOCATION: Parkwoods United Church, 85
Parkwoods Village Drive, Toronto ON, M3A 2X9
Website: www.parkwoodsunitedchurch.ca
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Scholarship Opportunity
The Allenbury Gardens Revitalization Scholarship Program provides financial assistance in the form of a scholarship or bursary to residents who have made contributions to the development of their community and who want to pursue postsecondary education or training. This program, launched in 2013, is offered by Toronto Community Housing and FRAM affiliate partnerships, the development partner for the Allenbury Gardens revitalization.
The program offers:
One $4,000 scholarship award towards tuition fees for a year of postsecondary education or
training and payable directly to the institution (i.e., high school equivalency preparatory courses,
college, university, career academy or trade school).
Two $500 bursaries, payable directly to the recipients, to cover costs for education materials or
services. This includes books, lab fees, transportation and childcare.
Who is eligible?
A current resident of Allenbury Gardens or a resident who has been temporary relocated due to ongoing revitalization.
Your name must be listed on your household’s lease agreement with Toronto Community
Housing.
Priority will be given to residents who have made contributions as community leaders or who are
involved in community building and development initiatives in Allenbury Gardens or surrounding
neighbourhoods.
Entering into or currently enrolled in a postsecondary program at a recognized Canadian
institution (i.e., high school equivalency preparatory courses, college, university, career academy
or trade school).
Deadline: June 1, 2019
To apply contact
Nawal Al Busaidi Manager, Revitalization & Renewal Communities (416) 316-8961 [email protected]
How are winners chosen?
The Allenbury Gardens Revitalization Scholarship Program places a high value on community leadership and involvement, academic goals and accomplishments, volunteer work and work experience as part of attaining your long term educational and careers goals. Winners will be chosen by an impartial adjudication committee and will be evaluated based on:
Academic goals and accomplishments
Workplace/volunteer experience (résumé)
Essay/personal statement (one page)
Financial need
Leadership and involvement in the community
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Contact Us
This newsletter includes news and information for Allenbury Gardens residents and their neighbours. The information contained in this newsletter is also available in multiple languages. Please call 416-951-5500 for translation services.