Registering for PFLS events
To register for any of our events that require registration, please visit our page on Eventbrite.
Wellness Through Words
Tuesday, November 5
Tuesday, November 19
2 pm to 3 pm | In Person | Drop in
All are welcome to join this small group drop-in program run by Gideon (he/him) from United for Literacy to strengthen reading, writing, and comprehension skills.
Sleep and Mental Health: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy for Insomnia
Thursday, November 7
12 pm to 1 pm | Online | Register
Dr. Ahmad Al-Shahrani (he/him) will explore the nature of insomnia and the application of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia.
Community Services Pop Up
Tuesday, November 12
2 pm to 4 pm | In Person | Drop in
Drop in for a casual afternoon of learning.
Meet and greet with staff from the Toronto Community Crisis Service, the Toronto Public Library, Parkdale Project Read, the Collaborative Learning College, and Employment Works!
Interactive Virtual Reality: How to Respond to an Opioid Overdose
Tuesday, November 12
4 pm to 6 pm | In Person | Registration required
This interactive simulation workshop uses virtual reality headsets. The training walks participants through each step and teaches the skills you need to prevent an opioid overdose.
Let’s Get Together! Social Prescribing for Older Adults
Tuesday, November 14
12 pm to 1 pm | Online | Registration required
University Settlement offers a wide range of social programming for Older Adults. Join online to learn about loneliness and social isolation, the Links2Wellbeing project referral pathway, successes and challenges, success stories and how to refer and get involved.
Co-Created Community Art Series: Celebrate Neurodiversity!
Tuesday, November 19
12 pm to 2 pm | In Person | Registration required
Join artist and educator, Taryn Lee, to co-create a community art project in celebration of Neurodiversity Awareness Week. Over the course of 6 months, participants will create an art piece for display in March 2025.
Right On! Navigating Workplace: Accommodations & Your Rights as an Employee
Wednesday, November 20
12 pm to 1 pm | Online | Registration required
This third web event will help you understand the Duty to Accommodate, the “Undue Hardship” standard, your rights at work and how to protect them, how to deal with discrimination, the Employment Standards Act, and the Human Rights Code.
Practical Strategies for Daily Living with Schizophrenia: CAT for Families
Tuesday, November 26
5 pm to 7 pm | Online | Registration required
Learn how to use Cognitive Adaptation Training strategies and tools to help your loved ones build independence to take care of themselves, their spaces, and participate in their communities. Families, friends, and loved ones are welcome!
Antipsychotics: The Good, The Bad, and The Ugly
Wednesday, November 27
12 to 1 pm | Online | Registration required
Join this Caregiver facilitated conversation between Dr. Yona Lunsky and Dr. Mahavir Agarwal to learn; why antipsychotics are prescribed to people with developmental disabilities, how they can be helpful, the common side effects, strategies to monitor and address them, and the metabolic side effects and ways to prevent and treat them.
Autumn Community Picnic: Gathering around Nutrition & Mental Health
Friday, November 22
12 pm to 1 pm| In Person | Registration required
Join Chef & Natural Nutrition Clinical Practitioner, Kenzie Osborne, for a picnic that celebrates healthy food and meaningful connections.
Regular events
Registration required
Yoga for Wellness & Recovery (Trauma-Informed Yoga)
Every Wednesday 2 to 3 pm. In person.
Focusing on the relationship between mood management and the mind-body connection, sessions offer a combination of breathing, movement, postures and mindfulness.
Thursday morning Tai Chi with Anne
Thursdays in July, 11 am. to 12 noon. In person.
Registering for PFLS events
To register for any of our events that require registration, please visit our page on Eventbrite.
