SPACE PROGRAMS
The SPACE offers a range of dynamic youth-led programs that are free to join. We plan our programs to respond to the youth accessing the centre, and so many happen on a rotational basis. The best place to be up to date is by checking out our monthly calendar. Below are our core programs:
Homework Club
Wednesday - Thursday | 4:00-6:00pm
It’s learnin’ time. The school day continues with help from peer tutors, volunteers and staff. Finish your homework and then join us for some of our other programs!
Afropuff
Thursday | 4:30-5:30pm | weekly
Afropuff is an alternating series for Black youth and Black girls to share space while exploring identity, mental health and community.
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Steel Express
Friday | 5:30-8:30pm | weekly
An urban dance styles hub in which a variety of different hosts share and teach their respective artforms. No experience needed to join!
Scope
Friday | 6:30-8:30pm | weekly
Come join our 2S-LGBTQ youth circle, where we try to build an intentional space prioritizing community care and centering the voices of youth with multiple marginalized identities. Come through for fun activities, healing, learning and food!
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EVENTS
Community events are a time when we can all come together, build solidarity, eat, talk and celebrate. These events include community dinners, holiday dinners, teachings, and workshops.
OQRA
OQRA is a social and informal support group for QTBIPOC. OQRA offers the chance to connect with other racialized LGBTQIA2S+ folks in a private and empowering community setting where confidentiality is valued. Contact us or talk to a staff for more info!
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Let's Be Social
Last Wednesday of every month
An umbrella program of various activities run by SHYFT to strengthen our community at The SPACE
Be Kind Rewind
Thursday | 6:30-8:30pm | biweekly
Rewind your mind, think back on your week and share in our informal support group focusing on mental wellness. Discuss how to be kind to yourself and others.
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