Movement & Lunchtime Stories
Movement & Lunchtime Stories
Movement • A Shared Meal • Lived Experiences Across Generations
Movement • A Shared Meal • Lived Experiences Across Generations
Open to everyone. Built around the experiences of African immigrant families in Canada.
Next Session
Saturday, October 10, 2026
3:00 – 5:00 PM
Free admission
Northwood Community Centre
15 Clubhouse Court, Toronto
What we talk about
Many of us came to Canada to build a better life for our families. What we found was often different from what we expected. Degrees and years of experience that suddenly needed “Canadian experience.” Long hours to pay the rent here while supporting family back home. Children growing up in a culture different from the one we brought with us.
These experiences shape how parents, children, and grandparents see each other. Children may remember parents who were always at work. Parents may see children who adapted faster than they could. These sessions make room for every side.
Come share your own experience: what you expected, what you found, and what it has meant to live in two worlds. Hearing each other is a reminder that none of us went through it alone.
What happens at a session
Each session starts with 45 minutes of gentle stretching and low-impact movement, led by a qualified instructor. It is suitable for all ages and fitness levels. Go at your own pace, and modify or sit out anything you need to.
Then we sit down together over an African meal for 45 minutes of personal stories and conversation. Connect, listen, maybe share a laugh or two, and learn from each other’s experiences.
Attend one session or all four
October 10 • October 24 • November 14 • December 5, 2026
Saturdays, 3:00 – 5:00 PM at Northwood Community Centre
All ages welcome
We encourage parents, grandparents, youth, and children to come together. Participants under 18 need a parent or guardian to sign a consent form. Anyone under 13 should have a parent or guardian register for them.
Registration and questions
Fill out the form below to register. CCRBH will contact you to confirm your place. If the date you choose is full, we will offer you a spot at the next session.
Prefer to register by phone or email? Call or text 416-613-4878 or email [email protected]. Please include your name and the date or dates you would like to attend.
Decided at the last minute, or can no longer make it? Call or text us at 416-613-4878 so we can plan seating and food.
The registration form is hosted by Jotform. CCRBH uses your name and contact details to manage registration and contact you about these sessions. Let us know about any accommodations you need. You do not need to share medical details. Read CCRBH’s privacy policy.
Getting there
Northwood Community Centre
15 Clubhouse Court, Toronto, ON M3L 2K5
- Free parking.
- Accessible by TTC.
- Wheelchair-accessible venue.
Get directions to Northwood Community Centre
For questions about access or getting to the event, call 416-613-4878 or email [email protected].
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