Community Service Toronto

The Comfort Circle - where shared stories become shared strength

**Event Overview** Join us for a gentle, welcoming meetup created for women who are navigating difficult chapters and want a space to feel heard. This first gathering will be a relaxed, free‑flowing conversation where you can come as you are, meet other women, and ease into the community at your own pace. **What to Expect** We’ll settle into a comfortable space and let the conversation unfold naturally. You’re welcome to share what you’re going through, listen to others, or simply be present — whatever feels right for you. There’s no structure, no pressure, and no expectation to talk. Just a warm, open space where shared stories can become shared strength. **Who’s Welcome** Women of all ages, backgrounds, and life experiences. If you’re going through a transition, feeling overwhelmed, or simply craving genuine connection, you’re welcome here. This space is meant to meet you where you are. **Why Join** Because you deserve a community that listens with compassion without any judgement or bias. Because you don’t have to carry everything alone. Because connection can be healing. Please note this event is not hosted or sponsored by the Toronto Public Library.

Community Meal Service at Good Shepherd (Toronto)

✨ **Community Meal Service at Good Shepherd** An opportunity to come together as a group to serve the homeless and those at risk in our community. **Registration** Toronto Joy is now using our website as the main place to stay connected and register for events. **To attend this event, please visit:** [https://torontojoy.org](https://torontojoy.org/) **After completing the quick registration, please select this specific event. This helps us prepare, stay connected, and make sure everything is organized for everyone attending.** *** During our recent sessions, we served meals, chopped veggies, made sandwiches, and helped prepare pasta. Each session is similar, but the tasks may vary depending on what is needed that day (e.g., sorting food). We had a great time serving together with lots of smiles, laughter, and good energy. Every session gives us an opportunity to come together, support the community, and share meaningful moments while serving alongside one another. *** **Only 6 spots are available.** If you sign up, please do so with the intention of attending, as the organization relies on our numbers for planning. We will send a reconfirmation message closer to the date, and if any spots become available, we will reach out to those on the waiting list. *** **Arrival Information** When you arrive at Reception, the staff will guide you to the volunteer room, where you can place your belongings in a locker and meet the group. Below are simple guidelines on what to wear, safety, and other things to know: [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1piAyloECv9YUDkPJuoJBdCmh3x8n1un1rGvJSFIkbs4/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1piAyloECv9YUDkPJuoJBdCmh3x8n1un1rGvJSFIkbs4/edit?usp=sharing) *** **Good to know:** • Closed-toe shoes are required. • Tie back long hair and wear minimal jewelry. • Water will be provided, but feel free to bring your own bottle if you prefer. • **Please arrive by** **1:40 PM at the latest** so we can plan who will be doing which roles and begin together. • If you can’t make it due to an emergency, please message me as soon as possible 🙏 Grateful to serve alongside you.

Making the case for service design

How do you communicate the value of service design at your workplace? Where does your team stand, **and** what is your role within it? We all know service design creates value, but pinpointing exactly *where* your org stands, and what role you should be playing to move it forward, is a different skill entirely. This session is about getting clearer on that. **Format:** Design jam **What to expect:** * A quick icebreaker * Opening context — a fast recap of the article and why it matters * A spotlight share — one person walks us through where their own org sits on the model, and what that's actually looked like in practice * Main activity — working solo, then in pairs, then as a full table * A quick close — one small thing to try shifting this month **To get ahead:** Read the [Service Design Maturity Model article;](https://service-design-network.org/community_article/the-service-design-maturity-model-a-strategic-framework-to-embed-service-design-into-an-organisation) it's a quick one, and it'll give us a shared language for the night. The model breaks organizational SD maturity into five stages Explore, Prove, Scale, Integrate, Thrive) and tracks how a service designer's role shifts through each: from scout > doer > trainer > facilitator > leader. No need to have it all figured out before you arrive. Just come ready to think out loud with a few new people. See you there!

Avengers’ Saturday Cafe for the Homeless

Note: You may be removed from the attendance list if you've participated in the previous week's event. This allows for more people to experience this Meetup. Avengers put your costumes on and let’s go and save the world!
Well we can’t save the world (yet), but we aim to try to play a small part in the lives of those experiencing homelessness by making their day a bit better!
Description: Before the event the organizer will post a list in the comment section of the attendees and what they are responsible to bring (food/drink, kitchen supplies, cleaning supplies). We normally ask each attending member to bring approximately $15-20 worth of ingredients/supplies to our event. We will use the items to prepare and serve food/drink at The Meeting Place.
Timeline: We will meet on location at 11:00 am, with lunch served between 12:30-1:00 pm.
Membership Dues: Membership dues are $2.00 for the calendar year. Membership dues go towards paying for food/supplies incurred by no-shows. Membership dues are due at the first meetup of the year that you attend.
No Shows/Late Un-RSVP: We’re relying on members who RSVP to bring key ingredients for recipes! Please try your best to show-up or alternatively change your RSVP early so another member may fill the empty spot.
\*\*\* If you are on the waitlist, keep checking as you may be moved into attendance to replace someone. We will try to message you to confirm your attendance in advance.
Donations will be assigned before the event.

AWS Community Day Toronto 2026

⚠️ I**MPORTANT: A MEETUP RSVP DOES NOT GIVE YOU A TICKET TO THE EVENT. YOU MUST REGISTER AT WWW.AWSDAY.CA TO ATTEND.** ⚠️ **AWS Community Day Toronto 2026** ☁️ Join us for AWS Community Day Toronto 2026—a full-day, community-led conference bringing together developers, architects, DevOps engineers, platform engineers, security professionals, AI builders, students, and cloud enthusiasts from across the Greater Toronto Area. Whether you're just getting started with AWS or building cloud solutions at scale, this event is designed to help you learn from real-world experiences, connect with fellow builders, and grow your professional network. 📅 **Event Details** Date: Saturday, August 29, 2026 Location: Northeastern University Toronto Campus 375 Queen St W, Toronto, ON M5V 2A5 **Meetup Member Discount** 🎉 **As a member of the AWS User Group Toronto Meetup, you receive 50% off your ticket.** **Discount Code: AWS50** 👉 Purchase your ticket at \[www\.AWSday\.ca\]\(http://www\.awsday\.ca/\) and apply the code during checkout\. **What to Expect** Technical talks from AWS experts and community speakers Cloud Architecture, DevOps, Platform Engineering, Security, AI/ML, Serverless, Containers, Data, FinOps, and more Networking with hundreds of cloud professionals Sponsor Expo Hacker Rivals Competition Swag and giveaways Meet AWS community leaders and builders from across Canada **About AWS Community Day** AWS Community Day events are community-led conferences organized by local AWS community leaders. They are built by the community, for the community, and provide an opportunity to learn, network, and share real-world experiences with fellow cloud enthusiasts. This event is 100% community-driven, with proceeds supporting future community initiatives and our charity partner. **Registration** **A Meetup RSVP is for event notifications only and does not reserve your seat.** ***🎟️ To attend\, you must purchase a ticket at \[www\.AWSday\.ca\]\(http://www\.awsday\.ca/\)\.*** Seats are limited and registration will close once capacity is reached. ⚠️ **REMINDER: A MEETUP RSVP ALONE WILL NOT ADMIT YOU TO THE EVENT. PLEASE REGISTER AT WWW.AWSDAY.CA USING DISCOUNT CODE AWS50 TO SECURE YOUR TICKET.** ⚠️

The Wilderness Brothers (Sudbury)

Contact Alex for location and information.

Local Social Host Sign-Up: Lunches, Drinks & Curated Experiences

**Want to help bring your city’s community together?** We’re looking for local hosts to organize small group lunches, evening drinks, mixers, movie get-togethers and curated experiences. **No experience necessary,** just a friendly attitude, some local knowledge, and a willingness to meet a few new people. After each event, we’ll send a short feedback form so we can improve and support you. The host will also be able to provide feedback so we can learn what worked and what didn't. **[Click here](https://form.questionscout.com/6926c9ab87a828a5c11a79fc)** to apply and get started: if you’re selected, we’ll reach out for a quick screening call.

Tacos for Tomorrow in Support of War Child

**TICKETS🎟️: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/tacos-for-tomorrow-tickets-1989624653899** **Looking to expand your circle, meet new people, and spend an evening doing something meaningful? Join us at Tacos for Tomorrow, a social fundraiser where good food, live music, and great conversations come together to support an important cause.** **Whether you're new to Toronto, looking to meet other students and young professionals, or simply want to connect with people outside of your usual circle, this is a relaxed and welcoming space to do just that. Come on your own or bring a friend. Many people will be attending to meet others, so you'll be in good company.** **Your evening includes:** **A delicious three-taco dinner and appetizers** **Live music from local artists** **A hidden speakeasy venue in Kensington Market** **A raffle, photo station, and other fun activities** **Plenty of opportunities to mingle and make new connections** **Most importantly, your attendance supports War Child Canada, helping provide education, protection, and mental health support to children affected by conflict around the world.** **If you're looking for a night that's equal parts social, fun, and meaningful, we'd love to have you join us.** **Come for the tacos, stay for the conversations, and leave with new connections while making a real impact.**

Master Public Speaking at Goodyear Toastmasters

Join us this week as a guest to overcome your fear of public speaking and speak with confidence! We hold weekly meetings on Thursday nights to facilitate impromptu speaking, debates, discussions, and prepared speeches to practice our skills and give each other constructive feedback. We are a friendly group of all ages and backgrounds in the GTA, where we help our members and guests in their personal and professional development. We typically meet at the Etobicoke Civic Centre with lots of free visitor parking. You can join us as a guest anytime you want, for as long as you would like, to see what Toastmasters is all about! Come and join us this Thursday to become the best version of you. The theme for this week's meeting is TBD! Join us to practice your improv. speaking skills, debating skills, and to improve your public speaking abilities. If you're interested in attending this meeting, please contact us through our "Contact Us" form on http://goodyeartoastmasters.com/ See you there! ABOUT GOODYEAR TOASTMASTERS \*NOTE\* We are now back in-person at the Etobicoke Civic Centre! Visitor Parking is free. Simply let the Security Person know you're here for a Toastmasters meeting. • Our meetings start at 6:45 PM and lasts for about 2-hours. We suggest you arrive earlier to settle in and network before we begin. • It's free to attend as a guest and you can join us as many times as you would like. For the full access to the Toastmasters Pathways Programme, however, you will need to join as a member and pay a membership fee. • Don't worry about the low attendance numbers on Meetup. Members do not RSVP here. We use the club website instead. Meetup is primarily a place for us to reach out to newcomers such as yourself!

Eglinton-Yonge Toastmasters Weekly Meeting - IN-PERSON

At Eglinton-Yonge Toastmasters, we're more than just a club - we're a community. Please arrive by 6:00 p.m. to socialize. Guests are welcome. There is no fee to visit. We meet at: Northern District Library 40 Orchard View Blvd. Second Floor, RM# 200. Directions to the room can be viewed at the following link: [https://bit.ly/eytm-welcome](https://bit.ly/eytm-welcome) Members of Eglinton-Yonge Toastmasters learn and practice public speaking and leadership skills with a friendly, helpful, and encouraging group of people. As a year-round club, attendance varies depending on the season. A typical meeting involves 25-30 active members and 2-5 guests. Guests are able to: • Meet a great group of people • Participate in Table Topics • Share feedback at the end Members receive: • Learning materials • Monthly Toastmasters magazine • Access to Pathways • Online resources through Toastmasters International • An Easy-speak.org account to track speech progress We look forward to seeing you!

Saturday Outdoor Volleyball In The Park

Join us for a friendly game of Volleyball in **Antibes Park**. All experience levels are welcome... Weather permitting! :) See you on the net!

Craft Night: Bring your own project OR use painting supplies provided