ASP Wrap Up

As we close out 2024, it’s a great time to reflect on the amazing experiences the RTCC after-school program has brought to the kids. From arts and crafts to cultural celebrations, sports, and cooking, we’ve truly built a diverse and dynamic environment where children can bond with each other and with us. It’s been a […]

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Mustard Seed Clothing Boutique

Individuals experiencing homelessness, living precariously and living below the poverty line face significant barriers to self-care and personal hygiene. It is very difficult to cover basic needs when living on a fixed or limited income. The reality of low income is that it restricts people’s options, leaving them caught between being able to pay rent, […]

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Ralph Thornton Community Centre Winter Fundraiser FAQ

To make a donation to help combat social isolation at the Ralph Thornton Community Centre, CLICK HERE! FAQ About Donating to our Winter Fundraiser: General Information Q: Where is my donation going? A: When you make a donation to our Winter Fundraiser, the money goes to the Ralph Thornton Community Organization – the charitable branch […]

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Donate Now!

Help us break the cycle of social isolation in the East End! By donating to the Ralph Thornton Community Centre (RTCC), you support programs that bring people of all ages together to connect, learn, and build lasting relationships. Your support: Brings joy and connection to a senior through a heartfelt call from the Wellness Line. […]

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Vampire Wedding Comes to the Saulter Street Stairwell Gallery

On Tuesday 18 October, the Ralph Thornton Community Centre opened a new exhibition in its Saulter Stairwell Gallery space.  Vampire Wedding by Mika Babineau, is a series of vibrant portraits that focuses on the drama, nobility, and merriment of vampires and the goth culture. “People often assume goths are gloomy or dreary,” Babineau says in […]

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Newcomer Women’s Services Toronto

What’s NEW?    Newcomer Women’s Services Toronto (NEW) seeks to empower newcomer women and their families in building a life in Canada by connecting them to social and economic opportunities and fostering a sense of belonging. Their mandate focuses on addressing the immediate needs of immigrant women by directing them to settlement resources, providing language instruction, […]

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How Our Mentor Program Strengthens Language, Leadership, and Community

Our Mentor Program is a cornerstone of the Ralph Thornton Community Centre and our vibrant Riverdale neighborhood. Over the years, we’ve harnessed creative learning techniques to support language development, leadership skills, cultural adaptation, and personal growth. Through one-on-one and small group mentorship, we’ve been empowering newcomer Chinese children from our local area. Originally, our program […]

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