Programs & Services
Community Development Program
Waterfront Neighbourhood Centre strives to create a safe and supportive place where everyone is welcome! We offer a number of community services including a clothing program, visiting program, phone support as well as a number of community programs.
Free Nutrition services
Your health and well being is important to us! Our Community Team offers food and nutrition workshops, personal food counselling, food resource referrals, grocery assistance, Adult & Seniors Community Kitchen, Community Connect Food Gardens and more! For more information and to make an appointment, please contact Gaby: 416.392.1509 ext. 328 or email us at: community@waterfrontnc.ca
Community Support and Referral services
We can help to connect you to the resources you need: affordable housing, community programs, daycare subsidies, food access, legal services, emergency clothing and more. Please contact Gaby to make an appointment: 416.392.1509 x.328 | gaby@waterfrontnc.ca
Community Connect Food Garden
Did you know that WNC has its very own community food garden? Everyone is welcome to participate and there is no cost. Produce is used for healthy snacks/meals in our community programs and shared with community members. Don’t know how to garden? No worries – we offer weekly organic gardening workshops during the growing season (Spring/Summer/Fall) to show how easy it is to be an urban gardener!
Check our Facebook page for garden photos: https://www.facebook.com/waterfrontnc/
For full details about our Community Connect Garden program, click the link in the sidebar or contact Natasha: 416.392.1509 ext. 309 | natasha@waterfrontnc.ca
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COMMUNITY KITCHEN PROGRAM
Join us for an evening of socializing and cooking together! Develop your cooking skills, learn, and share nutritional recipes, all while preparing delicious and affordable meals together as a group. Pre-register one day prior to attending programs to secure your spot. Maximum of 10 participants. |
# of classes: 4 Jul 4 to Aug 15, 2023 Tuesday – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Meet On Jul 4 – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Meet On Jul 18 – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Meet On Aug 1 – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Meet On Aug 15 – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM |
Free |
# of classes: 7 Sep 12 to Dec 5, 2023 Tuesday – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Meet On Sep 12 – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Meet On Sep 26 – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Meet On Oct 10 – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Meet On Oct 24 – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Meet On Nov 7 – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Meet On Nov 21 – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM Meet On Dec 5 – 4:30 PM – 6:00 PM |
Free |
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This is an In-Person program.
Funded in part thanks to the City of Toronto – Community Services Partnership Program. |
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COMMUNITY KNITTING AND CROCHET GROUP
Join us for a casual evening of knitting/crocheting and yarn crafts. We share patterns, lessons, and conversation. Bring your own supplies – some supplies may be available. Everyone is welcome! |
# of classes: 8 Jul 6 to Aug 24, 2023 Thursday – 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM |
Free Drop-In: Yes |
# of classes: 14 Sep 14 to Dec 14, 2023 Thursday – 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM |
Free Drop-In: Yes |
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INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT & REFERRAL SERVICE
We are always here to help connect you with the resources you need: Affordable Housing, Neighbourhood Programs, Food Access, Clothing, Education, Health Promotion, Health Issues, Legal Services, as well as Adults, Seniors, and Family Services & more. By appointment only. Please contact: gaby@waterfrontnc.ca |
# of classes: 8 Jul 5 to Aug 23, 2023 Wednesday – 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
Free Drop-In: Yes |
# of classes: 14 Sep 13 to Dec 13, 2023 Wednesday – 11:00 AM – 3:00 PM |
Free Drop-In: Yes |
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This is an In-Person program.
Funded in part thanks to Ministry for Seniors and Accessibility – Seniors Active Living Centres. (SALC) |
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WATERFRONT GOOD FOOD MARKET
The Good Food Market offers fresh, in-season vegetables and fruits at reasonable prices. We accept cash & e-transfer. Everyone is welcome! Located at 25 Bishop Tutu Blv. We will only be accepting pre-orders for deliveries (to seniors, those with disabilities, those self-isolating or with high-risk immune systems, and living in the neighbourhood). Everyone else—please come on in and shop around! Pre-orders for delivery are accepted until midnight every Tuesday. To pre-order, please provide us with the following information: Full Name, Phone #, Address (and Buzzer number if needed). Just make sure you are home on Wednesday after 1:00 pm to receive your order! Please email waterfrontgoodfood@gmail.com for any questions or to pre-order. |
# of classes: 8 Jul 5 to Aug 23, 2023 Wednesday – 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
Free Drop-In: Yes |
# of classes: 15 Sep 6 to Dec 20, 2023 Wednesday – 4:00 PM – 6:00 PM |
Free Drop-In: Yes |
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Programs information are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.
Please check our website for latest information.