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THE 519 CHURCH STREET COMMUNITY CENTRE
For over 30 years The 519 Community Centre has stood as a meeting place and focal point for our local neighbourhood (Church and Wellesley Village) and for broader lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans (LGBT) communities. We respond passionately to the needs of our diverse and vibrant communities by providing resources and opportunities to foster self-determination, civic engagement, and to support community enrichment through arts and culture, and community participation. For more information visit www.the519.org or call 416.392.6874.
THE 519'S AMONG FRIENDS PROJECT
THE 519'S AMONG FRIENDS PROJECT addresses the challenges faced by LGBTTQ (lesbian, gay, bisexual, transsexual, transgender, and queer) refugees and immigrants including racism, language barriers, lack of access to employment, secure income and housing, homophobia, transphobia, isolation and marginalization. Peer refugee support group is held on the 2nd and 4th Wednesday of every month between 8pm and 10pm. For more information contact Diego Macias at 416.355.6791 or diegomacias@the519.org
THE 519'S OLDER GLBT PROGRAM
THE 519'S OLDER GLBT PROGRAM provides a variety of programs and services for older Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transsexual and Transgender people. Activities are open to seniors of differing age groups, and include a weekly seniors' resource drop-in centre, a spring creative writing/photography program, a fall and winter eight-week arts program, a gay men's book club, a women's book club, an annual conference for queer seniors, and service providers and public forums on topics of interest to older GLBT people. For more information contact Dick Moore at 416.355.6787, senior@the519.org
QUEER PARENTING PROGRAMS AT THE 519
QUEER PARENTING PROGRAMS AT THE 519 include monthly LGBT family resource programs for LGBT parents with young children: Mum's The World! and Daddy, Papa and Me; four ongoing LGBT family planning courses: Dykes Planning Tykes, Daddies and Papas 2B, TransFathers 2B and the Queer Positive Pre-Natal Class; a monthly discussion forum, The Queer Parenting Exchange; our annual early-June special event, the Queer Family Fun Fair, and further information services. Our Family Resource Centre and Day Camps also have queer-friendly spaces. 416.355.6780, queerparenting@the519.org
TRANS PROGRAMS AT THE 519
TRANS PROGRAMS AT THE 519 include a weekly drop-in for lower income and/or street-active transsexual and transgender people; a weekly drop-in for trans youth called Trans Youth Toronto; street outreach to trans sex workers; Trans 101 workshops for staff of health and social service organizations; training for staff and residents in homeless shelters, and training for the anti-violence service sector. Trans Programming provides peer support, referrals, advocacy, free condoms and lube, and more. 416.355.6778, mealtran@the519.org
ACCESS ALLIANCE MULTICULTURAL HEALTH AND COMMUNITY SERVICES
20 Years of Health. 20 Years of Dignity. Access Alliance Multicultural Health and Community Services works to promote health and well-being and improve access to services for immigrants and refugees in Toronto by addressing medical, social, economic and environmental issues. Celebrate our 20th Anniversary with us! For more information: www.accessalliance.ca
THE AIDS COMMITTEE OF TORONTO (ACT)
THE AIDS COMMITTEE OF TORONTO (ACT) provides programs and services for people living with, affected by, and at risk for HIV/AIDS. Founded in 1983, ACT has developed a wide variety of prevention programs and support services to meet the diverse needs of men, women and youth who are affected by HIV/AIDS. To find out how ACT can help you, visit our website at www.actoronto.org
ALUCINE TORONTO LATIN MEDIA FESTIVAL
ALUCINE TORONTO LATIN MEDIA FESTIVAL is the premier showcase of cutting-edge Latin short film and video. The Festival includes an international showcase that promotes critical dialogue between Latin and non-Latin artists. Its round-table discussion, workshops, and artists' talks are designed to examine diverse theoretical, philosophical and technical perspectives on visual representation. aluCine - Toronto Latin Media Festival will take place at the NFB and Lennox Contemporary Gallery from November 12 - December 6, 2009.
AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL LGBT ACTION CIRCLE A45
AMNESTY INTERNATIONAL LGBT ACTION CIRCLE A45 promotes human rights in all its forms, including LGBT rights. We write letters on behalf of prisoners of conscience, we sponsor international speakers, we host film events on human rights themes and we promote LGBT concerns within Amnesty International. Come join us the second Wednesday of every month at Amnesty International Toronto's Headquarters. 14 Dundonald St (just east of Yonge St, behind Wellesley Station)
ART METROPOLE
ART METROPOLE specializes in contemporary art in multiple format: artists books, multiples, video, audio, electronic media, and so on. We publish, promote, exhibit and distribute artists' products on our premises at 788 King St W and internationally via www.artmetropole.com. Art Metropole is a not-for-profit institution in Toronto since 1974.
ASIAN COMMUNITY AIDS SERVICE
ASIAN COMMUNITY AIDS SERVICE is a charitable, non-profit community-based organization. It provides HIV/AIDS education, prevention, and support services to the East and Southeast Asian Canadian communities in Greater Toronto Areas. These programs are based on a pro-active and holistic approach to HIV/AIDS. For more info, visit our website at www.acas.org.
AX (AsianXpress)
AX (AsianXpress) is the premier Toronto event where you can party with hot and trendy Gaysian guys, their friends and admirers. Held inside the world-class FLY Nightclub, AX DJs pump out a crowd-pleasing variety of Top 40 remixes, vocal house, club anthems and R&B/hip-hop. The night also features professional and amateur performances. AX: still going strong into our 9th year! www.aznxp.com.
THE BEARS OF TORONTO
THE BEARS OF TORONTO is a not-for-profit, community organization for gay and bi Bears and their admirers, regardless of age, ethnic background or spiritual beliefs. The Bears of Toronto was formed in 2006 to provide a diverse variety of events for the Bear community by promoting fun, friendship, and fraternity while supporting charitable causes and fostering community involvement. Our charity of choice is the Fife House Foundation, who provides affordable, supportive housing and support services for people living with HIV/AIDS. www.bearsoftoronto.org info@bearsoftoronto.org
BLACK CAP
BLACK CAP is an organization that works to reduce HIV/AIDS in Toronto's Black, African and Caribbean communities and works to enhance the quality of life of people living with or affected by HIV/AIDS. HIV/AIDS is spreading quickly in Toronto's Black communities and we believe that our work is as important as ever. Issues of HIV-related stigma and discrimination, homophobia, anti-Black racism, immigration, poverty, and barriers to social inclusion also continue to make our work harder. We also work to create inclusive spaces for people living with HIV/AIDS; immigrants and refugees, and lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transsexual members of our community. www.black-cap.com
CABBAGETOWN GROUP SOFTBALL LEAGUE (CGSL)CABBAGETOWN GROUP SOFTBALL LEAGUE (CGSL) is a not-for-profit organization that was founded in 1975. The CGSL is a vibrant force in the gay and lesbian community and currently boasts eighteen teams in three divisions consisting of three hundred men and women. Join the CGSL for the annual Canada Cup Tournament in July, which attracts teams from across Canada and the United States. www.cgslsoftball.com e-mail: communications@cgslsoftball.com
THE CANADIAN FILMMAKERS DISTRIBUTION CENTRE
Founded in 1967, THE CFMDC is Canada's foremost non-commercial distributor and resource for independently produced film. Through a unique and successful national and international distribution service, the CFMDC makes its film collection available for preview, rental and sale for the purposes of research, exhibition, screening and broadcast, and for institutional and private acquisition. The distribution program is complemented by an in-house Resource Centre, screening room, on-line catalogue and public events. For more information, please visit www.cfmdc.org
CANADIAN LESBIAN AND GAY ARCHIVES
Founded in 1973, the Canadian Lesbian and Gay Archives has grown to become one of the world's largest repositories of LGBT history. Our new home at 34 Isabella Street will be open to the public in June of 2009-please come and help us celebrate! www.clga.ca
CASEY HOUSE
Founded in 1988, Casey House is the first free-standing HIV/AIDS hospice in Canada. A unique, compassionate model of care has been evolving since that time, allowing Casey House, a specialty hospital with community programming, to deliver on our mission to "provide exemplary treatment, support and palliative care for people living with HIV/AIDS." Approximately 8,000 people, and their families, have received our exceptional care and support on over 80,000 occasions since 1988. For more information, or to make a donation online, please visit www.caseyhouse.com
THE HIV PREVENTION AND SUPPORT PROGRAM FROM THE CENTRE FOR SPANISH-SPEAKING PEOPLES
For over fourteen years the Centre for Spanish-Speaking Peoples has provided support services to Toronto's LGBTIQ Spanish-speaking community in a secure environment and non-discriminatory manner. Our services range from HIV/AIDS support counselling, STI workshops, community activities related to HIV-prevention and health promotion. Contact us at 40 Wellesley St. East, Suite 401, call 416.925.2800, e-mail aidscssp@spanishservices.org or visit www.spanishservices.org
CIUT 89.5FM
University of Toronto Community radio station is a listener-supported, not-for-profit organization. Our 15,000 watt signal makes us the most powerful community station in Canada! Our programming is as diverse as the city we are situated in, with over 70 different programs reflecting the dynamic, multi-cultural mosaic of Toronto and beyond. www.ciut.fm
CONTACT
CONTACT is an annual month-long festival of photography with over 1,000 local, national and international artists showing at more than 215 venues across the Greater Toronto Area in May. Founded as a not-for-profit organization 12 years ago, CONTACT is devoted to celebrating and fostering an appreciation of the art and profession of photography. As the largest photography event in the world, and as a premiere cultural event in Toronto, CONTACT stimulates excitement and discussion among a diverse local, national and international audience, which has grown to over 1,500,000. www.contactphoto.com
DAVID KELLEY HIV/AIDS COUNSELLING SERVICE
(Family Service Toronto - A United Way Member Agency) provides short- and long-term professional counseling to individuals, couples and families living with or affected by HIV/AIDS, on issues such as loss, relationships, self-esteem, trauma, planning for healthy living, changing health status, self-care and impact on sexuality. Referrals, advocacy on behalf of clients, and home, hospital or hospice visits are provided as required. There is no fee for service. For appointments: 416.595.9618 www.familyservicetoronto.org
DAVID KELLEY LGBTQ COUNSELLING SERVICES
(Family Service Toronto - A United Way Member Agency) provides professional short-term individual, couple and family counselling and group services to individuals who identify as lesbian, gay, bisexual, trans or queer on a broad range of issues including coming out, sexuality and identity, isolation, discrimination, relationship concerns, parenting, self-esteem and violence. Fees are on a sliding scale based on income. 416.595.9618 www.familyservicetoronto.org
THE FRATERNITY
THE FRATERNITY is Toronto's social and business networking club for career-oriented gay men. The group offers many opportunities for socially-minded men to meet and interact: monthly meetings with great guest speakers, business networking events and movies, theatre evenings, dining and cultural functions at discounted prices. Visit www.thefraternity.org for details about membership and upcoming events.
FRANCOQUEER
FRANCOQUEER is a not-for-profit association representing French-speaking GLBTTQ in Toronto. Our main mission is to promote and protect the rights of our members, to raise awareness within the Francophone community of Ontario about sexual diversity and to offer services adapted to the needs of the GLBTTQ community including gay and bisexual men living with HIV. www.francoqueer.ca or 416.340.8484 x260.
THE FRINGE OF TORONTO THEATRE FESTIVAL
The Fringe is Toronto's largest theatre festival, featuring 150 productions ranging from dramas to musical extravaganzas to kids' shows. Productions take place in theatres and unusual locations such as playgrounds, parking lots and more. This year's festival runs July 1 - 12. Unjuried, unexpected, unforgettable. 416.966.1062 For more info: www.fringetoronto.com
HOT DOCS CANADIAN INTERNATIONAL DOCUMENTARY FESTIVAL
Each April, Hot Docs, North America's largest documentary festival, conference and market, brings an outstanding selection of 170+ films from Canada and around the world to Toronto audiences and to international delegates from over thirty countries. Hot Docs also mounts a full roster of professional development and market events and services for documentary practitioners, including the renowned Toronto Documentary Forum and The Doc Shop, North America's largest digital doc market. For more information, please visit www.hotdocs.ca
IMAGES FESTIVAL
IMAGES FESTIVAL is North America's premier integrated media arts festival, showcasing excellence both on and off the screen. Images exhibits the best of local, Canadian and international independent film, video, installation, performance and new media artwork. The Festival organizes its programming into three components: Off Screen, On Screen and Live Images. Our mandate is to present contemporary media artwork that extends, transforms or challenges the established boundaries of film, video and sound. For more information and for our complete archive please visit www.imagesfestival.com
KULANU TORONTO
KULANU TORONTO is a Jewish LGBTQ social group affiliated with Hillel of Greater Toronto. Our programming is geared towards queer Jewish students, but our community includes Jewish affiliated (from secular to religious) people of various ages, professions and sexualities. All our catered events are kosher. Events include Shabbat dinners, pub nights, karaoke, plays, and potlucks. For more information, please visit www.kulanutoronto.ca or email us at kulanutoronto@yahoo.ca
MAYWORKS FESTIVALMAYWORKS FESTIVAL is an annual multi-disciplinary arts festival that celebrates working class culture. Founded in 1986, Mayworks is Canada's largest and oldest labour arts festival. The Festival was built on the premise that workers and artists share a common struggle for decent wages and working conditions and a living culture. Mayworks promotes and highlights marginalized issues and artists. 25 Cecil Street 416.599.9096 admin@mayworks.ca www.mayworks.ca
THE MICHAELS On 10 June 2003, Michael Leshner and Mike Stark, one of the seven "marriage litigants/couples" hit a home run when the Ontario Court of Appeal decided that all gays and lesbians had an immediate Charter Right to marry. Within a few hours of the decision "The Michaels", as they are affectionately known, were the first gay couple to marry in Canada. The movies were telling the truth about you and the rest of us long before the law acknowledged our lives. May these documentaries and future festivals continue to reflect our lives as they are and how we wish them to be.
MPENZI: BLACK WOMEN'S INTERNATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FESTIVAL
MPENZI: BLACK WOMEN'S INTERNATIONAL FILM AND VIDEO FESTIVAL is seeking film and video submissions from established and emerging directors, producers and/or writers from among straight, lesbian, bisexual, queer or questioning black women and from black transgendered, transsexual and intersexed women and men. Works in all genres are accepted. Submission is free. Screening fee and cash-sponsored awards are provided. Early deadline is July 30 and the annual final deadline is September 30. MPENZI celebrates its 6th anniversary in 2010. For more information, please visit www.mpenzi.ca
MR. LEATHERMAN TORONTO COMPETITION INC. (MLT)
MR. LEATHERMAN TORONTO COMPETITION INC. (MLT) is a volunteer-based, not-for-profit, registered corporation that is the proud producer of Canada's largest "leather" events: 2009 dates are Resurrection (10 April), the Leather Ball (15 August) and Mr. Leatherman Toronto Competition (28 November). All of our fundraising serves the community at large and Toronto's gay and lesbian community in particular. Over $150,000 has been donated to various charities in the past decade. This summer, MLT is planning to initiate a new and exciting event, so keep checking www.mrlt.com
THE MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY CANADIAN ART (MOCCA)
THE MUSEUM OF CONTEMPORARY CANADIAN ART (MOCCA) was officially founded from the former Art Gallery of North York in 1999 with a mandate to exhibit, research, collect, and promote innovative art by Canadian artists whose works engage and reflect the relevant stories of our times. 952 Queen Street West www.mocca.ca
NOTSO AMAZON SOFTBALL LEAGUE
For more than 25 years the Notso Amazon Softball League has been a league of our own. The Notsos bring together lesbians, queer positive women and trans people of all abilities to play recreational softball every Sunday at Riverdale Park. View our website at www.notsoamazon.com
!! OMG BLOG !!
Since 2003, omgblog.com has been the Internet's only one-stop blog for free MP3s, adorable kittens, celebrity penis, and all things pop culture. Six years later, our readers are still smarter than average. Please direct all hot tips to: tips@omgblog.com
THE ONTARIO ABORIGINAL HIV/AIDS STRATEGY
THE ONTARIO ABORIGINAL HIV/AIDS STRATEGY is a provincially-mandated Aboriginal AIDS service organization with Regional Outreach and Support Services Workers available to provide information, services and programs to urban and rural (off-reserve) Aboriginal peoples living with and affected by HIV/AIDS. www.oahas.org
THE OUT AND OUT CLUB
THE OUT AND OUT CLUB is one of Canada's most successful LGBTQ social and recreational organizations. It offers a wide range of outdoor and cultural activities and events, from camping and hiking to bike tours, theatre, concerts and more. Join us for Jamboree 2009! New members are always welcome. www.outandout.on.ca
PFLAG (PARENTS, FAMILIES AND FRIENDS OF LESBIANS, GAYS, BISEXUALS AND TRANSGENDERS)
PFLAG promotes through support and education the health and well-being of Gay, Lesbian, Bisexual, Transgendered persons and their families and friends. PFLAG provides opportunity for dialogue about sexual orientation and also acts to create a society that is healthy and respectful of all human beings. 416.406.6378, toronto@pflag.ca www.pflag.ca
PRIDE TORONTO
PRIDE TORONTO is excited to support Inside Out, an event that celebrates the lives of our talented community. Please join us for Pride Week 2009, June 19-28, to continue celebrating the identities and stories of our Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transsexual, Transgender, Intersex, Queer, Questioning and 2-Spirited peoples. We need great volunteers to help make Pride Week fabulous. To volunteer, please visit us at www.pridetoronto.com or email weekend_volunteer@pridetoronto.com
THE PRIDE AND REMEMBRANCE RUN
THE PRIDE AND REMEMBRANCE RUN is a 5K fundraising run/walk organized and operated by the philanthropic and athletic-oriented Pride and Remembrance Association. The Pride and Remembrance Association is a leading not-for-profit volunteer-run organization established in 1996 dedicated to supporting Toronto's LGBT community. The Pride and Remembrance Run is the only annual athletic event held during Toronto's Pride Week, promoting and fostering community spirit, good will, volunteerism and sportsmanship in the Canadian LGBT community. www.priderun.org
ReachOUT
A creative, inclusive & accessible program for lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, transsexual, two-spirit, intersex, queer and questioning youth in Toronto. Activities include drop-in groups, community outreach, counselling, art & skills exchange. We offer a safe space for youth that reflects the diversity of our queer and trans communities. Email reachout@griffin-centre.org for more information.
ReachOUT COMPASS
A social group for LGBTQ youth under 25 years old labelled with intellectual disabilities. Come to Compass to hang out, watch movies, go on outings, and learn about sexual health. Meets Thursday evenings from 4.30-7.00pm. Dinner and transit tokens provided. Email tvo@griffin-centre.org for more information.
ReachOUT NEWCOMER NETWORK (MULTILINGUAL) LGBTQ
Youth under 24 years old who are permanent residents or new to Canada are encouraged to contact us! We can help you look for work, access healthcare, and fill out government forms. We also offer weekly social activities and counselling. Email vsaravanamuthu@griffin-centre.org for more information.
ReachOUT - NOT PINK!
A popular social group for LGBTQ youth of colour under 30, Not Pink! has weekly art, film, spoken word, theatre, and sports activities. We meet every Tuesday evening in North Toronto. Dinner and transit tokens provided. Email aahmed@griffin-centre.org for more information.
ReachOUT - SPROUT
Have you been told you have an intellectual disability or a developmental disability? Are you lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, or questioning (LGBTQ)? Join us to meet other LGBTQ people, attend workshops and performances, get support, and come together as a proud family. Email tvo@griffin-centre.org for more information.
ReachOUT - TART!
TART! is an arts-based weekly drop-in group for LGBTQ youth under 25. Come hang out, eat hot food, meet other queer and trans youth, and express yourself! Workshops explore theatre, spoken word, movement, drag performance, painting, writing, illustration, comic arts and more! Email erafi@griffin-centre.org for more information.
LGBT PROGRAMS AND SERVICES AT SHERBOURNE HEALTH CENTRE
At Sherbourne Health Centre, we offer comprehensive health services to lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, transsexual, two-spirited, intersex, queer or questioning individuals. Our team and programs are growing and continue to provide sensitive and respectful services that include medical, nursing and wellness care, counseling services, information, workshops and groups. Our programs also include Supporting Our Youth and the LGBT Parenting Network. For more information call 416.324.4180 and ask about LGBT services or visit our website, www.sherbourne.on.ca
SHAMELESS MAGAZINE
SHAMELESS MAGAZINE is Canada's independent voice for smart, strong, sassy young women. It's a fresh alternative to typical teen magazines, and is written for girls who know there's more to life than make-up and diet tips. Packed with articles about arts, culture and current events, Shameless reaches out to readers who are often ignored by mainstream media: free thinkers, queer youth, young women of colour, punk rockers, feminists, intellectuals, artists, activists - we tackle teen life with wit and wisdom. www.shamelessmag.com
SUPPORTING OUR YOUTH: A PROGRAM OF SHERBOURNE HEALTH CENTRE
Supporting Our Youth (SOY) is a dynamic community development program working within an anti-oppression framework to create opportunities for queer and trans youth and adults to build an inclusive, welcoming community together. SOY develops initiatives that build skills and capacities, provide mentoring and support, and nurture a sense of identity and belonging. Check out our website at www.soytoronto.org or call 416.324.5077 for program details. We've got something for everyone!
SUPERDYKE.COM
Free, Canadian, queer-owned and operated, superdyke.com hooks you up with local queer women and trans events, dating, new pals and community. Get up-to-the-moment Toronto happenings, create a personal profile, chat, meet new people from around town. Contact us regarding posting events & other advertising opportunities. See you online! www.superdyke.com
THE TRIANGLE PROGRAM
THE TRIANGLE PROGRAM is Canada's only high school for LGBTQ youth. It is a safer space, free from homophobia, transphobia and heterosexism where queer youth can be themselves, be respected, and be valued for who they are. Our goal is to support students in their development, through a queer lens, the academic and life skills necessary to successfully transition to post-secondary education or to the workplace. For more information, please visit www.schools.tdsb.on.ca/triangle
THE TORONTO ANIMATED IMAGE SOCIETY (TAIS)
(TAIS) is a not-for-profit arts organization that explores, and promotes, the art of animation, and supports animators as artists. Over the past 20 years, TAIS has encouraged the exchange of information, facilities, ideas and aesthetics within Toronto's animation community through events, screenings, workshops, art exhibitions and by providing affordable access to a specialized animation studio. For more information, please visit www.tais.ca
TORONTO BISEXUAL NETWORK
"We put the 'B' in Toronto's LGBTQ Community!" Toronto Bisexual Network offers a community where bisexuals and people questioning their sexuality can share diverse perspectives on bisexual issues and experiences. With monthly support meetings, social events and an active email list, there's something for everyone! Check us out at www.torontobinet.org
TORONTO CENTRE FEDERAL/PROVINCIAL NDP RIDING ASSOCIATION
A strong voice for our diverse communities! Focusing on issues that matter to our city such as social justice, housing, immigration and public transportation. For more information, or to get involved, please call 416-657-2531. Visit us on the web at www.tcndp.ca or join our Toronto Centre NDP facebook group.
THE TORONTO DYKE MARCH
THE TORONTO DYKE MARCH has been part of Pride Week since 1996. Join us on Saturday, June 27, 2009, for this political and grassroots event, celebrating the lives of the women and trans members of Toronto's Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender, Transsexual, Intersex, Queer, Questioning and 2Sprited communities. For more info on the Dyke March and to register your participation, visit us at www.pridetoronto.com or email dykemarch@pridetoronto.com
TORONTO FREE GALLERY
TORONTO FREE GALLERY is a not-for-profit art space dedicated to providing a form for social, cultural, urban and environmental issues expressed through all media. TFG acts as a creative laboratory providing artists with a place to experiment, explore new ideas and to question both themselves and their audiences. For more information contact heather@torontofreegallery.org
TORONTO JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL
TORONTO JEWISH FILM FESTIVAL presents the best feature films, documentaries and shorts from around the world on themes of Jewish culture and identity. The Festival is dedicated to using film for its contemporary popular value and accessibility, in order to reflect the diversity of the Jewish experience internationally. The TJFF provides an opportunity to heighten awareness of Jewish and cultural diversity around the world, to audiences of all cultural backgrounds, and to present films in their original languages with subtitles, in an effort to break down racial, cultural and religious barriers and stereotypes. www.tjff.com
THE TORONTO NEWSGIRLS BOXING CLUB
THE TORONTO NEWSGIRLS BOXING CLUB has offered recreational and competitive boxing programs since 1996. Now in their new location at Gerrard St and Carlaw Ave, they also offer the 'Shape Your Life' program for female and trans survivors of violence. The TNG mission is to provide a safe and positive space for women and trans people to explore the sport of boxing. For more information, please visit www.torontonewsgirls.com
THE TORONTO PEOPLE WITH AIDS FOUNDATION
Providing services is what we do best. PWA promotes the dignity and self-sufficiency of people living with HIV/AIDS by providing direct and accessible support services. Support PWA. Make a positive difference. 200 Gerrard St E Toronto ON M5A 2E6 tel. 416.506.1400 www.pwatoronto.org
TORONTO REEL ASIAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL
As Canada's premier pan-Asian international film and video festival, the Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival is a unique showcase of contemporary Asian cinema and work from the Asian diaspora. Reel Asian's 13th edition will take place November 11-15, 2009. To learn more about Asian Canadian contributions to independent film and video, pick up a copy of our anthology, Reel Asian: Asian Canada on Screen. Submissions for the 2009 festival are still being accepted! Visit www.reelasian.com for details.
UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO ART CENTRE (UTAC)
Located in University College, a splendid Romanesque revival building, the University of Toronto Art Centre (UTAC) is at the heart of the University of Toronto's St. George Campus. Exhibitions that embrace a range of media, art forms and time periods offer an engaging gallery experience that is complemented by lectures, gallery talks and symposia featuring internationally renowned artists, writers and academics. For information please contact Maureen Smith, Business and Program Coordinator 416.946.7089 maureen.smith@utoronto.ca www.utac.utoronto.ca
WEST SIDE STORIES
WEST SIDE STORIES is Toronto's Queer-West DVD rental shop, catering to women and the LGBT community. We are located just west of Dufferin at 1499 Dundas St W and are open daily from 12-10pm. We are wheelchair accessible. Everyone welcome. Contact info: 416.916.8357 westsidestories1@yahoo.ca
WHIPPERSNAPPER GALLERY
WHIPPERSNAPPER GALLERY is a Toronto-based art collective, and a hub for emerging artists. As an up and coming not-for-profit organization, Whippersnapper provides artists with an affordable space to showcase their work in a professional gallery setting. 587 College Street www.whippersnapper.ca