ANNUAL REPORT2008-2009

MAIL 519 Church Street, Toronto, ON. M4Y 2C9PHONE 416.392.6874FAX 416.392.0519EMAIL info@The519.orgWEB www.The519.org

The 519 Church Street Community Centre is registered charity number 11931-0761-RR0001

Financial Group

OUR FUNDING PARTNERS

OVER $10,000

City of Toronto | United Way of TorontoTD Bank Financial Group | BMO Bank of Montreal Ontario Arts Foundation | Cineplex Entertainment

The Counselling Foundation of Canada Scotiabank | Andrew Pringle | Daniel GreenglassCarolyn Sifton Foundation | Mouth Media, Inc.Tony and Liz Comper | TELUS Communications

The Wellesley Institute | Labatt Breweries of CanadaTime can pass very quickly when there is so much to do and you’re having fun doing it. After serving five years on The 519’s Board, including three years as the Chair, I am stepping off the Board this year to allow room for new talent. I believe that new people can bring new ideas to the table—and that is healthy for the Centre.

When I first ran for the Board in 2004, it was with a very clear mandate. I wanted to help make the Centre a more welcoming space for everyone. Over my five year tenure, I worked on doing just that and more. Working closely with the Centre’s Honorary Patron, Salah Bachir, I worked hard to raise funds so that the Centre could have expanded meeting space to accommodate our growing communities. In March 2009, we celebrated a huge milestone, bringing the Capital Campaign to a close with an unforgettable Evening with the Legendary Diahann Carroll.

I am honoured and must thank Mr. Bachir, for acting as a guiding light, he has inspired me to work harder and better—his dedication to the Centre is incredible.

MATHIEU CHANTELOISCHAIR OF THE BOARD OF MANAGEMENT

Overall, my experience has been amazing and I am proud to have played a part in increasing the Centre’s profile in the community. Today our new logo and website match the newly transformed Centre where everyone can speak, listen and be heard. Our Resource Development and Communications positions are now in place to raise much needed funds for the Centre’s internationally renowned programs and services. Our Starry Night and Green Space on Church Pride events are some of the most sought after parties during Pride Weekend.

I must thank my fellow colleagues on the Board for such an amazing experience. Especially, I would like to acknowledge Joan Anderson for being my confidant and moral support during my first year as Chair. I’m confident in our new team, great Board members, amazing new ED, and talented staff and volunteers.

I will not totally leave The 519. I’m just stepping out of a position. I’ll still be around and helping out where I can for many years to come.

BOARD OF MANAGEMENT

As a policy-based Board, The 519’s Board of Management provides vision, leadership and oversight to the organization. We are grateful for the leadership and support of the 2008-2009 Board of Management:

Mathieu Chantelois CHAIR

Natasha Garda VICE-CHAIR

Marv Lucey TREASURER

Jake Schonfeld SECRETARY

Joan AndersonJessica Carfagnini

Lyle KerseyEnrico MandarinoDonald MiddletonDerrick NavarroKabir RavindraCouncillor Kyle Rae EX OFFICIO

groups to The 519 and welcome back some old friends.

The community groups which use our space are central to the culture and community of our Centre, and we are so thankful for the role they play in making our Centre the success that it is.

DONORS AND PARTNERS

$250 - $499

Richard Glaze | Jack Brannigan | Peter BirtRobert Norquay | Debtors Anonymous

Donald Altman Martin Boily-Cote | Ross Gorrie Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous

Brian Hockey | Narcotics AnonymousTerry Ellis | Colm P. Foley | Lee SneddonThomas O’ Shaughnessy | Bill Vrantsidis

THANK YOU!

“The 519’s programs and services are

innovative, dynamic and vital to the

community. We’re so happy to be

a partner in that success.”

NADA RISTICHSENIOR MANAGER, CORPORATE DONATIONSBMO BANK OF MONTREAL

$5,000 - $9,999

Frederick and Douglas Dickson Memorial Foundation | The Fleck Family FoundationDowntown Subaru | Royal Bank of Canada | The William and Nona Heaslip Foundation

CTV Globe Media | Segal LLP | Mongrel Media | St. Joseph CommunicationThe McCain Family Foundation | Mohammad Al Zaibak | TransCanada Construction

Rogers Communications | Deluxe | VISA Canada

$1,000 - $4,999

Donald and Clayton | Maple Leaf Classic | Chum Charitable Foundation | Paul Austin | Bill GrahamPride and Remembrance Run | Clinton Young | Geoffrey H. Wood Foundation | Brian TerryCanadian Gay Open Tennis | Robert Crichton | John Lloyd | Community One Foundation

The Church Street Group | El-Farouk Khaki | Alexander Street Theatre Project |Michael G. TevlinThe Canada Trust Company | Woodrow Wells | Pride Toronto | Clive B. Veroni | Dean Carlson

Douglas Elliot | Michael Batterbee | Rick Mercer | The United Church Foundation | John BarnettMichael Waterfield | Magna International | Joseph Mimran and Associates | Robert Mitchell | Tibotec

Bruce Freeman | John Rider | Paul Brehl | Olga Korper | Paul Litt | Paul Devereaux |Martin KohnStephen Lewis Foundation | University of Toronto | Toronto PWA Foundation | CMHA York Region

Casey House | AIDS Committee of Toronto | Prime Timers

$500 - $999

Brian Provini | Robert Archer and Richard Pond | OA | Filomeno Jose | Bruce LawsonMichael Robinson | Family Service Toronto | Rainbow AA Group | Paolo Cini | Promises GroupMustafa Nazarali | Spencer Xiong | TICOT Social Society | Woman Abuse Council of Toronto

Jane Rowe | George Pratt | Rui Biaventura | Out in Recovery | Diamond Taxi DispatchersElla J. Bernhard | Daniel Bain | Brian King | Domenic Bellisimo | Pia Kleber | Michael Liebrock

BOARD REPORT

OUR MISSION

The 519 Community Centre is a meeting place and focal point for the creative enhancement of a vibrant healthy downtown community. We respond creatively and passionately to the needs of the local neighbourhood and the broader LGBT communities by providing resources and opportunities to foster self-determination, civic engagement, and community enrichment through social recreation, volunteerism, arts and culture and community participation.

launched our new website featuring •interactive Web 2.0 and social networking technologiesredesigned our new logo after a broad •community consultationincreased volunteer involvement at the •Centre by over 20%upgraded our IT and business software •systems to enhance reporting and financial planningapproved various organizational •policies including the 3-year Resource Development Strategyreviewed and approved our Board •committees terms of reference and our Public Advocacy Framework

All of this was done in cooperation with the Board, staff and volunteers and the input from the community. I continue to be amazed and thankful for the dedication, commitment and excitement that so many of you bring to The 519 everyday.

Our future is bright, focused and ambitious. We will continue to dedicate our resources and skills to improving the quality of life of people who live in this neighbourhood and the broader LGBT communities. 2010 will bring many new and exciting initiatives at The 519 including the Official Grand Opening of our transformed space, the opening of our new Café, the Mosaic project and so much more.

FINANCIAL REPORT

REVENUE

Government Grants 19%

United Way 11%

Member, Rental and User Fees 2%

Donations and Fundraising 13%

City of Toronto 55%

The 519 Church Street Community Centre is committed to providing quality programs and services while at the same time ensuring that we manage our financial resources responsibly. 2008 saw the implementation of new financial management policies and systems which will assist us in this goal moving forward.

As a City of Toronto Board of Management, The 519 receives core funding from the City to ensure community access to the Centre. This funding ensures the building is maintained and staffed for public use. The 519 leverages funding from donors, foundations and corporations to develop programs and services which meet the emerging needs in our communities.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

In addition to our internationally-renowned programs and services, our centre is animated by the community organizations which meet at the Centre. In fact, many community institutions had their start at The 519.

Today the diversity of the communities which meet at The 519 is showcased by the

community groups which use our space. Sports leagues, 12-step and support groups, ESL classes, cultural communities, artists, drag queens and leathermen all call The 519 home. Our communities meet, participate and celebrate at The 519.

As our newly renovated Centre opens, we will welcome many more new and exciting

Looking back on 2008/09 we have accomplished so much together and have laid the foundation to ensure long-term viability and sustainability for years to come. The Centre made significant strides towards achieving our strategic objectives. The following outlines just a few. We:

received the distinguished Public Service •Quality Award of Excellence for our efforts to educate thousands of service providers about the issues and barriers facing Trans people in our communitiesincreased our Pride revenue by 65% •to fund our internationally recognized community programsshowcased the important work we do •during Pride by hosting our successful Trans Night in the Park which included a film screening using the building as a back-droporganized the Annual Older LGBT •Seniors’ Conference attended by more than 250 participants; celebrated our first ever Kids Pride •Paradehosted the 2nd Annual Refugee Pride •Event which highlighted issues impacting queer refugees and newcomers;reached 90% completion on our •renovationsestablished our programs and services •evaluation strategy to enhance how we help people in our communities

2008 2007 Operating

City of Toronto – Core Funding 1,207,625 1,154,870 Government Grants 736,761 790,148 Fundraising and Donations 187,658 133,391 Membership, Rentals and Other Income 50,131 55,192

TOTAL REVENUE 2,182,175 2,133,601

Core Salary and Benefits 962,065 959,766 Building Occupancy Costs 90,028 89,419 Materials, Supplies and Services 155,532 105,675 Program Salary and Benefits 739,485 697,238 Program Materials, Supplies and Services 246,353 228,648 Amortization of Program Assets ** 39,814 5,572

TO TAL EXP EN SES 2,233,277 2,086,328

Surplus / (Deficit) (51,102) 47,273

REVENUE

EXPENSES

**An interfund transfer of $174,010 was made from Building Funds to purchase Capital Assets in 2008, including kitchen equipment and telephone systems. The amortization shown represents the depreciation of those assets over 5 years and is a non-cash expense.

OPERATING STATEMENTSFor the year ended December 31, 2008

MAURA LAWLESSEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

YEAR IN REVIEW

17,000people celebrated Pride at our Green Space on Church

410individuals and 60 corporations and organizations generously donated

to The 519

4,800children and families visted our

Family Resource Centre

80percent more people sought

LGBTQ-specific immigration and refugee services at The 519

185community groups and

organizations met at The 519

535private counselling sessions were

provided by 22 professionally trained volunteer counselors

14,819 meals were served during

Sunday Drop-in

1,080people were educated on topics

involving anti-homophobia, LGBTQ aging and Trans 101

150 kids attended our social-justice

based Summer and March Break Camps

“When I retired, I wanted to help the community.

Volunteering at The 519 has allowed me to meet new people and to see this centre and

community grow.”

LEE SNEDDONVOLUNTEER

OLDER LGBT PROGRAM

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

The 519 offers a wide spectrum of internationally renowned Programs and Services meeting the diverse needs of our local neighbourhood and the broader LGBT communities. We strengthen our communities by supporting capacity building, civic engagement and participation in the neighbourhood and beyond; by engaging volunteers and developing programming that reflects the distinct needs of Toronto’s diverse downtown

communities. Our Programs and Services support the development of our communities in two primary areas: Community Services and Child and Family Services

Our Community Services Programs include Trans Sex Worker Outreach, Queer Immigrant and Refugee Support, Free Professional Counselling, Trans Training and Support, Anti-Violence Training and Support, Anti-Proverty and Older LGBT Programs.

The Child and Family Services Programs at The 519 include pre-natal and queer parenting courses, family resource programs, school-age March Break and Summer Camps, and Special Events. We offer supportive resource and referral services for families and parents-to-be within each of our programs.

All of our programs are community-based and operate from an anti-oppression, social-justice framework.

MAKING ADIFFERENCEEVERY DAY

17,000people celebrated Pride at our Green Space on Church

410individuals and 60 corporations and organizations generously donated

to The 519

4,800children and families visted our

Family Resource Centre

80percent more people sought

LGBTQ-specific immigration and refugee services at The 519

185community groups and

organizations met at The 519

535private counselling sessions were

provided by 22 professionally trained volunteer counselors

14,819 meals were served during

Sunday Drop-in

1,080people were educated on topics

involving anti-homophobia, LGBTQ aging and Trans 101

150 kids attended our social-justice

based Summer and March Break Camps

“When I retired, I wanted to help the community.

Volunteering at The 519 has allowed me to meet new people and to see this centre and

community grow.”

LEE SNEDDONVOLUNTEER

OLDER LGBT PROGRAM

PROGRAMS AND SERVICES

The 519 offers a wide spectrum of internationally renowned Programs and Services meeting the diverse needs of our local neighbourhood and the broader LGBT communities. We strengthen our communities by supporting capacity building, civic engagement and participation in the neighbourhood and beyond; by engaging volunteers and developing programming that reflects the distinct needs of Toronto’s diverse downtown

communities. Our Programs and Services support the development of our communities in two primary areas: Community Services and Child and Family Services

Our Community Services Programs include Trans Sex Worker Outreach, Queer Immigrant and Refugee Support, Free Professional Counselling, Trans Training and Support, Anti-Violence Training and Support, Anti-Proverty and Older LGBT Programs.

The Child and Family Services Programs at The 519 include pre-natal and queer parenting courses, family resource programs, school-age March Break and Summer Camps, and Special Events. We offer supportive resource and referral services for families and parents-to-be within each of our programs.

All of our programs are community-based and operate from an anti-oppression, social-justice framework.

MAKING ADIFFERENCEEVERY DAY

OUR MISSION

The 519 Community Centre is a meeting place and focal point for the creative enhancement of a vibrant healthy downtown community. We respond creatively and passionately to the needs of the local neighbourhood and the broader LGBT communities by providing resources and opportunities to foster self-determination, civic engagement, and community enrichment through social recreation, volunteerism, arts and culture and community participation.

launched our new website featuring •interactive Web 2.0 and social networking technologiesredesigned our new logo after a broad •community consultationincreased volunteer involvement at the •Centre by over 20%upgraded our IT and business software •systems to enhance reporting and financial planningapproved various organizational •policies including the 3-year Resource Development Strategyreviewed and approved our Board •committees terms of reference and our Public Advocacy Framework

All of this was done in cooperation with the Board, staff and volunteers and the input from the community. I continue to be amazed and thankful for the dedication, commitment and excitement that so many of you bring to The 519 everyday.

Our future is bright, focused and ambitious. We will continue to dedicate our resources and skills to improving the quality of life of people who live in this neighbourhood and the broader LGBT communities. 2010 will bring many new and exciting initiatives at The 519 including the Official Grand Opening of our transformed space, the opening of our new Café, the Mosaic project and so much more.

FINANCIAL REPORT

REVENUE

Government Grants 19%

United Way 11%

Member, Rental and User Fees 2%

Donations and Fundraising 13%

City of Toronto 55%

The 519 Church Street Community Centre is committed to providing quality programs and services while at the same time ensuring that we manage our financial resources responsibly. 2008 saw the implementation of new financial management policies and systems which will assist us in this goal moving forward.

As a City of Toronto Board of Management, The 519 receives core funding from the City to ensure community access to the Centre. This funding ensures the building is maintained and staffed for public use. The 519 leverages funding from donors, foundations and corporations to develop programs and services which meet the emerging needs in our communities.

COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS

In addition to our internationally-renowned programs and services, our centre is animated by the community organizations which meet at the Centre. In fact, many community institutions had their start at The 519.

Today the diversity of the communities which meet at The 519 is showcased by the

community groups which use our space. Sports leagues, 12-step and support groups, ESL classes, cultural communities, artists, drag queens and leathermen all call The 519 home. Our communities meet, participate and celebrate at The 519.

As our newly renovated Centre opens, we will welcome many more new and exciting

Looking back on 2008/09 we have accomplished so much together and have laid the foundation to ensure long-term viability and sustainability for years to come. The Centre made significant strides towards achieving our strategic objectives. The following outlines just a few. We:

received the distinguished Public Service •Quality Award of Excellence for our efforts to educate thousands of service providers about the issues and barriers facing Trans people in our communitiesincreased our Pride revenue by 65% •to fund our internationally recognized community programsshowcased the important work we do •during Pride by hosting our successful Trans Night in the Park which included a film screening using the building as a back-droporganized the Annual Older LGBT •Seniors’ Conference attended by more than 250 participants; celebrated our first ever Kids Pride •Paradehosted the 2nd Annual Refugee Pride •Event which highlighted issues impacting queer refugees and newcomers;reached 90% completion on our •renovationsestablished our programs and services •evaluation strategy to enhance how we help people in our communities

2008 2007 Operating

City of Toronto – Core Funding 1,207,625 1,154,870 Government Grants 736,761 790,148 Fundraising and Donations 187,658 133,391 Membership, Rentals and Other Income 50,131 55,192

TOTAL REVENUE 2,182,175 2,133,601

Core Salary and Benefits 962,065 959,766 Building Occupancy Costs 90,028 89,419 Materials, Supplies and Services 155,532 105,675 Program Salary and Benefits 739,485 697,238 Program Materials, Supplies and Services 246,353 228,648 Amortization of Program Assets ** 39,814 5,572

TO TAL EXP EN SES 2,233,277 2,086,328

Surplus / (Deficit) (51,102) 47,273

REVENUE

EXPENSES

**An interfund transfer of $174,010 was made from Building Funds to purchase Capital Assets in 2008, including kitchen equipment and telephone systems. The amortization shown represents the depreciation of those assets over 5 years and is a non-cash expense.

OPERATING STATEMENTSFor the year ended December 31, 2008

MAURA LAWLESSEXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

YEAR IN REVIEW

OVER $10,000

City of Toronto | United Way of TorontoTD Bank Financial Group | BMO Bank of Montreal Ontario Arts Foundation | Cineplex Entertainment

The Counselling Foundation of Canada Scotiabank | Andrew Pringle | Daniel GreenglassCarolyn Sifton Foundation | Mouth Media, Inc.Tony and Liz Comper | TELUS Communications

The Wellesley Institute | Labatt Breweries of CanadaTime can pass very quickly when there is so much to do and you’re having fun doing it. After serving five years on The 519’s Board, including three years as the Chair, I am stepping off the Board this year to allow room for new talent. I believe that new people can bring new ideas to the table—and that is healthy for the Centre.

When I first ran for the Board in 2004, it was with a very clear mandate. I wanted to help make the Centre a more welcoming space for everyone. Over my five year tenure, I worked on doing just that and more. Working closely with the Centre’s Honorary Patron, Salah Bachir, I worked hard to raise funds so that the Centre could have expanded meeting space to accommodate our growing communities. In March 2009, we celebrated a huge milestone, bringing the Capital Campaign to a close with an unforgettable Evening with the Legendary Diahann Carroll.

I am honoured and must thank Mr. Bachir, for acting as a guiding light, he has inspired me to work harder and better—his dedication to the Centre is incredible.

MATHIEU CHANTELOISCHAIR OF THE BOARD OF MANAGEMENT

Overall, my experience has been amazing and I am proud to have played a part in increasing the Centre’s profile in the community. Today our new logo and website match the newly transformed Centre where everyone can speak, listen and be heard. Our Resource Development and Communications positions are now in place to raise much needed funds for the Centre’s internationally renowned programs and services. Our Starry Night and Green Space on Church Pride events are some of the most sought after parties during Pride Weekend.

I must thank my fellow colleagues on the Board for such an amazing experience. Especially, I would like to acknowledge Joan Anderson for being my confidant and moral support during my first year as Chair. I’m confident in our new team, great Board members, amazing new ED, and talented staff and volunteers.

I will not totally leave The 519. I’m just stepping out of a position. I’ll still be around and helping out where I can for many years to come.

BOARD OF MANAGEMENT

As a policy-based Board, The 519’s Board of Management provides vision, leadership and oversight to the organization. We are grateful for the leadership and support of the 2008-2009 Board of Management:

Mathieu Chantelois CHAIR

Natasha Garda VICE-CHAIR

Marv Lucey TREASURER

Jake Schonfeld SECRETARY

Joan AndersonJessica Carfagnini

Lyle KerseyEnrico MandarinoDonald MiddletonDerrick NavarroKabir RavindraCouncillor Kyle Rae EX OFFICIO

groups to The 519 and welcome back some old friends.

The community groups which use our space are central to the culture and community of our Centre, and we are so thankful for the role they play in making our Centre the success that it is.

DONORS AND PARTNERS

$250 - $499

Richard Glaze | Jack Brannigan | Peter BirtRobert Norquay | Debtors Anonymous

Donald Altman Martin Boily-Cote | Ross Gorrie Sex and Love Addicts Anonymous

Brian Hockey | Narcotics AnonymousTerry Ellis | Colm P. Foley | Lee SneddonThomas O’ Shaughnessy | Bill Vrantsidis

THANK YOU!

“The 519’s programs and services are

innovative, dynamic and vital to the

community. We’re so happy to be

a partner in that success.”

NADA RISTICHSENIOR MANAGER, CORPORATE DONATIONSBMO BANK OF MONTREAL

$5,000 - $9,999

Frederick and Douglas Dickson Memorial Foundation | The Fleck Family FoundationDowntown Subaru | Royal Bank of Canada | The William and Nona Heaslip Foundation

CTV Globe Media | Segal LLP | Mongrel Media | St. Joseph CommunicationThe McCain Family Foundation | Mohammad Al Zaibak | TransCanada Construction

Rogers Communications | Deluxe | VISA Canada

$1,000 - $4,999

Donald and Clayton | Maple Leaf Classic | Chum Charitable Foundation | Paul Austin | Bill GrahamPride and Remembrance Run | Clinton Young | Geoffrey H. Wood Foundation | Brian TerryCanadian Gay Open Tennis | Robert Crichton | John Lloyd | Community One Foundation

The Church Street Group | El-Farouk Khaki | Alexander Street Theatre Project |Michael G. TevlinThe Canada Trust Company | Woodrow Wells | Pride Toronto | Clive B. Veroni | Dean Carlson

Douglas Elliot | Michael Batterbee | Rick Mercer | The United Church Foundation | John BarnettMichael Waterfield | Magna International | Joseph Mimran and Associates | Robert Mitchell | Tibotec

Bruce Freeman | John Rider | Paul Brehl | Olga Korper | Paul Litt | Paul Devereaux |Martin KohnStephen Lewis Foundation | University of Toronto | Toronto PWA Foundation | CMHA York Region

Casey House | AIDS Committee of Toronto | Prime Timers

$500 - $999

Brian Provini | Robert Archer and Richard Pond | OA | Filomeno Jose | Bruce LawsonMichael Robinson | Family Service Toronto | Rainbow AA Group | Paolo Cini | Promises GroupMustafa Nazarali | Spencer Xiong | TICOT Social Society | Woman Abuse Council of Toronto

Jane Rowe | George Pratt | Rui Biaventura | Out in Recovery | Diamond Taxi DispatchersElla J. Bernhard | Daniel Bain | Brian King | Domenic Bellisimo | Pia Kleber | Michael Liebrock

BOARD REPORT

ANNUAL REPORT2008-2009

MAIL 519 Church Street, Toronto, ON. M4Y 2C9PHONE 416.392.6874FAX 416.392.0519EMAIL info@The519.orgWEB www.The519.org

The 519 Church Street Community Centre is registered charity number 11931-0761-RR0001

Financial Group

OUR FUNDING PARTNERS