Cabbagetown youth Centre

Cabbagetown Youth Centre (CYC) has undergone a significant transformation and revitalization under the leadership of BGC Toronto Kiwanis. This has not only preserved the legacy of CYC, but also enhanced its ability to serve local youth by offering a broader range of programs and services, continuing the work that CYC started back in 1972.

The partnership between BGC Toronto Kiwanis and CYC is based on shared values, including providing positive alternatives for youth through sport, recreation, education, and skill development. Though there’s been financial challenges, the commitment to continuing to provide quality programming is strong.

The success and sustainability of the programs depend on community contributions. In a Memorandum of Understanding that preceded the merger it was agreed that BGC Toronto Kiwanis would continue to provide the programming and level of service to CYC participants at 2 Lancaster subject to provision of funds. But it’s not enough. We need your support to build our impact. And with your help, we know we can do more. our new opportunity BGC Toronto Kiwanis is grateful to the agencies and partners that provide ongoing financial support to sustain the Club’s core programs.

Adress: 2 Lancaster Ave,

Toronto, ON

M4X 1C1

Email: Cyc@bgctk.org 

After school program

The Cabbagetown Youth Centre is one of our 6 locations that runs an engaging, fun filled after school program for children grades 1 – 6.

We offer pickup from Winchester Public school (located at 15 prospect St, Toronto) 5 days a week.

Once members arrive, they will enjoy a nutritious snack and then jump right into program activities!

The program consists of arts and crafts, cooking, games, and a choice of non-contact boxing with our head coach Johnny Kalhbenn or fun and games in our large gym. We also offer an amazing S.T.E.A.M program.

When weather permits, the group will enjoy some outside activities enjoying some fresh air.

To find out more information or general inquires please call 416-922-4568

CAPC

CAPC is a public Health Agency of Canada funded program that gives teen parents, newly immigrated families and socially isolated families due to economic opportunities the support they need. The program has been in service since 1994.

The program promotes the healthy development of young children from birth to age 6, who face challenges that put their health at risk. It offers a range of activities which gives families opportunities to interact with other families to build healthy relationships with each other.

CAPC runs 5 different programs at multiple locations. The program that is currently run out of Cabbagetown Youth Centre supports CAPC’s toy lending library and play basics. This program runs on Tuesdays from 1 – 3pm.

The five programs are:

CAPC also provides a Community Advocacy Worker who assists families in the following areas:

• Ontario Works
• Subsidized childcare
• immigration
• education
• Child Tax Benefits
• Maternity Benefits
• Ontario Health Insurance Plan
• Employment Insurance Benefits
• Workmen’s Compensation Benefits
• Medical and Dental issues

Program staff

Kathy Selecky – Program Coordinator
Serwat Chaudhry – Family Support Worker
Robina Munawar – Program Assistant
Norma Velano – Program Assistant
Mansi Vijay – Program Assistant
Virginia Boruvka – Community Advocacy Worker

If you are interested in more information, please contact the CAPC office at 416-960-8321

Blair’s Run 2024 – 45^th Annual Cabbagetown Mini-marathon

With over 300 participants, we had raised over $71,000 this year!

To everyone who ran, walked supported with their team – we truly can’t thank you enough for the overpouring support. We could not have done it without all of you!

For more information on Blair’s Run please click below!