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Photo Credit: Jane Finch Tennis
Jane Finch Tennis brought the community together on several occasions this summer through tennis tournaments, fitness workshops, and socials. As families prepare for school, Jane Finch Tennis is excited to begin supporting students through their various programs!
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A troupe of Kathakas rehearse their choreography and figure out placement nestled among the trees, in the heart of the Black Creek.
When Ayesha Khan visited a Lost Rivers walk along the Mimico Creek watershed in Etobicoke, she immediately thought of her home in the Black Creek.
"This is such a lovely concept; the hidden stories of bodies of water." she mused. "I just thought; why can't we do this in Jane and Finch?"
She pitched her idea to Brian McLean of Lost Rivers TO and together, they began forming the Black Creek Walks, Talks and Dances project; a set of educational teachings and art walks along the Black Creek in Downsview.
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Elsa loves exploring the local art scene and shops in the city but grew frustrated when art featuring Toronto neighbourhoods always excluded Downsview. In response, she created her own graphic print of Downsview.
Elsa loves exploring the local art scene and shops in the city but grew frustrated when art featuring Toronto neighbourhoods always excluded Downsview. In response, she created her own graphic print of Downsview.
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Fans cheering for York United with their merch. Photo credit: chant.ca
Local Downsview professional soccer team, York United, is an initiative designed for individuals from all walks of life. York United is a team that gives opportunities to soccer lovers to jump-start their athletic careers no matter their age, race or gender. After speaking with Chris Duffin, a leader of York United, he mentions how many people love soccer. However, they do not have the chance to play professionally. York United provides the ability to play professionally and the chance to speak to other soccer players and share interests and opinions openly and with no judgment.
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A series by Sheri Alcordo’s Grade 7-8 class at Gulfstream Public School.
Dear Editor,
Greetings, I am a grade ⅞ student from the Toronto School. I am writing to share my opinion about Truth and Reconciliation Day on September 30th.
I am writing to you to talk about the things that were going on in the residential schools. In my opinion, I think us, all students, should have an assembly of Truth and reconciliation to show how bad it was for the Indigenous students getting bullied, being treated unfairly, and being hated on for what identity they were
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Youth Council Members discussing advocacy and volunteer opportunities. Photo credit: Amanpreet Chonkrian
Volunteering is an activity that is seen not just in Canada, but all over the world. Teenagers, young adults, and people of other age groups volunteer all the time. Whether it’s for high school volunteer hours or just an activity, there are always people contributing to their community through volunteer work.
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Photo credit: Amanda (lifeatcloverhill.com)
With the last two of our holiday seasons spent cooped up in our houses with our pajamas, there has never been a better opportunity to reunite with friends and family (safely, of course)! From sipping candy-cane hot chocolate to that amazing family dinner, the holidays are a great time to rest and recharge from the stress of everyday life. Here are some fun activities happening in Downsview this holiday season.
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A series by Sheri Alcordo’s Grade 7-8 class at Gulfstream Public School.
Dear Editor,
Good morning, I'm a Toronto Grade 7 student in Mrs. Alcordo’s Class at Gulfstream PS. I'm going to talk about Truth and Reconciliation Day today. You might wonder, "What is Truth and Reconciliation Day?" It's a day to honour the Indigenous children who have passed, survivors of the residential school system, as well as their families and communities.
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A series by Sheri Alcordo’s Grade 7-8 class at Gulfstream Public School.
Today, youth in public schools are learning the relevance of student voice. That is, having the opportunity to view perspectives using different lenses about social justice issues, have dialogue, reflect and then think of ways to impact a larger audience to take action. Award winning teacher, Sheri Alcordo makes a point of providing learning opportunities for her students to be empowered and engage in cross curricular, culturally relevant and inclusive learning, in this case, letter writing, for an intentional purpose.
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Montevideo Bakery & Café. Photo credit: Montevideo staff
The impact of the pandemic has been detrimental for nearly everyone and anything but has truly honed down on small businesses. That’s why this year, it is especially important for us to get out there and shop from small businesses, just in time for the holiday season!
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