St. James Town Community Action Program for Children (CAPC)
Our Programs
At CAPC St. James Town, we offer a variety of free programs to support families with young children (ages 0 to 6). Explore, create, learn, move, cook, and connect with us! All programs are designed to build family strengths, support healthy child development, and grow community connections.
Join Us for Our Summer Program!
Looking for fun and learning this summer? Our free CAPC Summer Program runs for seven weeks, from July nd to August 15th, Monday to Friday, 9:00am to 3:00pm.
Children ages 0 to 6 and their families will enjoy a full day of outdoor play, creative activities, games, and special events — all designed to support early learning, build friendships, and make great memories! Connect with us at Rose Avenue Public School in Room 131 to register and be part of a summer full of growth, laughter, and community fun!
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
CAPC Program staff
Tina Ruggiero – Program Coordinator Goldie Paul – Community Advocacy Worker
Serwat Chaudhry – Family Support Worker
Norma Velano – Program Assistant
Robina Munawar – Program Assistant
For more information, please contact the CAPC office at 416-960-8321 or email capc-coordinator@bgctk.org.
These programs run from September to June:
Mondays - Children Create
Location: Rose Avenue Public School, Room 131
Mondays 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Let your child’s imagination soar! Our program features open-ended arts & craft activities, and uses a variety of materials to encourage creativity, self-expression, and fine motor development. It’s a fun way for little ones to explore, make, and create!
Tuesdays - Toy and Book Lending Library / Play Basics
Location: Cabbagetown Youth Centre
Tuesdays 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Borrow, learn, and play! Families can explore a wide variety of books and toys that support learning through play. Join us for Play Basics discussions to learn how unstructured play builds your child’s skills and confidence.
Wednesdays - Moving Together
Location: Wellesley Community Centre
Wednesdays 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Get ready to move, jump, and play! Moving Together offers fun gross motor activities that help children develop strength, coordination, and confidence — while families bond and stay active together. Every day is a new adventure in movement!
Thursdays - Cooking From the Heart
Location: Rose Avenue Public School, Room 131
Thursdays 1:00 pm – 3:30 pm
Share traditions, learn new recipes, and cook with love! Cooking From the Heart brings families together to create healthy, delicious meals while building community connections. Food, laughter, and learning are always on the menu!
Fridays - Stepping Stones
Location: Rose Avenue Public School, Room 131
Fridays 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
Helping parents support their child’s growth every step of the way! Stepping Stones offers workshops, discussions, and activities that help you understand your child’s development, build parenting skills, and connect with other families. A place to grow — for parents and kids!