Jane/Finch Community and Family Centre is a community based organization driven by passion, innovation, and a strong commitment to social justice, community engagement and collaboration.

Financial Advocacy and Problem Solving Workshop

You are invited to participate in a free workshop

When: May 28, 2012

Topic: “Credit and You"

Time: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Location: 4400 Jane Street, Community Room

Light snacks will be provided

For more information call Tanya at: 416-663-2733 ext. 279

Highlights - 1976 to 2011

1976-1981 • Secured our first temporary space at Driftwood Public School • Space was secured at 4400 Jane Street – 2 recreation rooms • First staff were hired • Staff was given for one-day a week from Children’s Aid Society to support the Centre in its development • Received a federal grant, called Canada Works where 6 staff was hired for 6 months to work in 5 local organizations in the community.

Congratulations

We are very pleased to announce that Michelle Dagnino has been hired as our new Executive Director.  Michelle’s unique combination of nonprofit management, marketing, information systems skills and her social justice background make her the perfect fit for our organization.  She will begin her new role on February 13th, 2012.  Michelle says, “Becoming a part of a community as rich as that represented by the Centre is a great honour”.

 

Tobermory Revamped

In January, the Early Years Centre is back at 15 Tobermory after a year of renovations.  In a space that is  very bright and colourful, we offer a Cooking Program on Tuesdays and a Read, Rhyme and Sing Program on Thursdays, both running from 9:30 – 11:30 am. On one particular Tuesday, the moms decorated cupcakes they baked together with the children - the families are  indeed enjoying the new space!

The Tobermory participants have a very close relationship. One mom said, “I am comfortable coming here to share my ideas in a small group setting.”  Another mom was happy to see her boys sitting together on the carpet and participating in a circle.  They were all very happy!

Women Moving Forward

As part of the 16 Days of Activism to End Gendered Violence, WMF participants took part in an exciting art project, run by Metrac's THRIVE program.  Using fabric, women depicted their experiences with both violence and healing, and their beautiful artwork was displayed downtown in Queen Gallery from November 25th – December 10th, 2011. 

Financial Advocacy and Problem Solving Program

In the fall, we promoted “Credit Week” by setting up tables in different TCH buildings and in the Jane Finch Mall to promote and share materials on budgeting, saving and credit. We reached out to 342 residents and 84 attended workshops on “Budgeting” and “Credit”. People shared that sometimes it is hard to understand Financial Literacy materials because English is their second language. In 2012,  our goal is to translate relevant material on budgeting, savings and credit to residents with the most frequently spoken languages.

The Spot

The Spot Where YOU(th) Wanna Be, located at Yorkgate Mall, 1 Yorkgate Blvd, North York is a youth dedicated space that offers a drop-in space where youth can access community resources and information. We run after school programs Monday - Saturday.
Hours of operation: Monday 12:00-9:00pm, Tuesday - Friday 11:30am - 9:00pm, Saturday 11:3am - 5:00pm

Programs Include: Brother's We'll Become (a young men's empowerment program,) A Community Kitchen, A G Thing (a young women's group,) newcomer youth settlement services and much more.

Come by and join one of our many programs and gain 40 hours of community service, gain leadership skills and meet new friends. For more information call 416-663-2733 ext. 290 or drop by.

Early Years Programs & Celebrations

The Early Years Centre Holiday Party was celebrated with over 300 participants. There was delicious food, arts and crafts, singing and laughter.  We also had two very special guests ( Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus) with whom the families were able to take pictures.

Thanks to all the staff and volunteers.  Without you this wouldn’t be possible.

Season of Giving

On December 18, 2011, Daren Dunlop from Fresca n Kleen donated 200 turkeys to the Jane Finch Centre families. This was a great opportunity for the participants as the holidays tend to be challenging time.

Video Captures the Spirit of the Women Moving Forward Project

Women Moving Forward captures the spirit of the a group of young single mothers in a support program that helps them get back to school and break the cycle of poverty. See video here http://vimeo.com/7469729

Share the Dream for a Centre for Green Change

Our vision is for a Centre for Green Change in the heart of Jane and Finch, where residents and youth concerned about the protection of the environment are engaged and mobilizing others as they increase their knowledge and skills and initiate individual and collective actions toward building a healthy, safe, prosperous and environmentally friendly neighbourhood. If you support this great idea, VOTE NOW!!! http://www.avivacommunityfund.org/ideas/acf3710.

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