<![CDATA[PARKDALE PROJECT READ - Events]]>Fri, 03 Apr 2026 06:35:53 -0700Weebly<![CDATA[Annual General Meeting Oct 2/25]]>Wed, 10 Sep 2025 18:47:40 GMThttps://www.parkdaleprojectread.org/events/annual-general-meeting-oct-225Picture
 Join us for Parkdale Project Read's 

39th Annual General Meeting
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Date: Thursday October 2, 2025
Time: 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM (Eastern Time)

Location: Virtual event on Zoom

Agenda will include:
  • A Message from the Co-Chairs
  • Treasurer’s Report
  • Programming Highlights
  • Election of New Board Members

                                                                           

 Join us on zoom here:
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Meeting ID: 876 6817 8960
Passcode: 368200

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]]><![CDATA[Love For All event - Feb 13, 2025]]>Tue, 18 Feb 2025 17:26:01 GMThttps://www.parkdaleprojectread.org/events/love-for-all-event-feb-13-2025
Thank you to everyone who attended the Love For All event on Thursday February 13, 2025.  

Learners, Community members, Board and current and former staff members joined us to celebrate the legacy of Premal Laxman and his work with Adult Literacy Learners at Parkdale Project Read

The event featured heartfelt sharing by Premal's family, friends, and colleagues. PPR learners contributed writing on the many forms of love. And we premiered the short video “Cooking with Premal”.

In the video, Premal Laxman teaches the community at Parkdale Project Read how to make a multi-layered Mega-Dip recipe together. You can watch the video on our Youtube Channel and download the recipe from our website.

We acknowledge the generous support of the Laxman Family and other donors to the Premal Laxman Love For All Fund.
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Join us for Parkdale Project Read's 

38th Annual General Meeting

Date: Tuesday October 29, 2024
Time: 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM (Eastern Time)

Location: Virtual event on Zoom

Agenda will include:
  • A Message from the Co-Chairs
  • Treasurer’s Report
  • Programming Highlights
  • Election of New Board Members

Register in advance for this meeting:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83129518397
After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. 
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]]><![CDATA[November 8: Double Book Launch!]]>Thu, 02 Nov 2023 16:15:37 GMThttps://www.parkdaleprojectread.org/events/double-book-launchOn November 8th, we will be gathering in our space at 180 Sudbury Street to celebrate a double book launch! PPR learner, Razia Hashimi is releasing a book of poetry called “Late Chance”, and PPR tutor, Colleen René is releasing a novel called “Nothing In Truth Can Harm Us”.

Date: Wednesday, November 8
Time: 6pm-8pm
Location: Unit C7 - 180 Sudbury Street, ON M6J 0A8

Check out the poster below to get a first glance at the beautiful book covers. Hope to see you there!
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]]><![CDATA[Learner Celebration Event]]>Thu, 26 Oct 2023 07:00:00 GMThttps://www.parkdaleprojectread.org/events/learner-celebration-eventOn October 26th (the day after our Annual General Meeting!), we will be hosting our annual Learner Celebration Event. Festivities will take place between 5pm and 7pm, in-person at 180 Sudbury Street. Join us for distribution of certificates, music, and community fun. 
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]]><![CDATA[Annual General Meeting]]>Wed, 11 Oct 2023 07:00:00 GMThttps://www.parkdaleprojectread.org/events/annual-general-meeting
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Parkdale Project Read's 37th Annual General Meeting is coming soon.
Join us on October 25th at 6:30pm.

Our meeting will take place on Zoom. Please click the button below to register. An email confirmation will be sent to you after registration. ​
]]><![CDATA[2nd Annual Trivia Night Fundraiser]]>Wed, 17 May 2023 20:05:57 GMThttps://www.parkdaleprojectread.org/events/2nd-annual-trivia-night-fundraiser
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Parkdale Project Read invites you to an exciting Trivia Night in support of Parkdale Project Read. After a smashing success last year, we’re back bigger and better than before!

Taking place at Parkdale’s own Miss Thing's -- a Hawaiian restaurant and cocktail bar located in the heart of Parkdale — we have partnered with the team at Question Everything Trivia, Toronto's fastest-growing trivia experience, to bring you a night you won’t forget raising funds for our programming and essential Literacy and Basic Skills programs provided by Parkdale Project Read.

Come either on your own or bring a team with you! All skill levels are welcome, and trivia will focus on everything from pop culture, music, various decades, and yes — even some Parkdale trivia led by Ari Issac at QE Trivia. Plus, music during rounds and after trivia by DJ Atherton! A great way to break up the week and unwind!

The evening also includes:
  • Raffle prizes
  • Prix fixe menu and cocktail menu from Miss Thing’s
  • Music and networking with your Parkdale community

So come one and all to help support Parkdale Project Read and help us raise money to help keep our learner-centered literacy programs focused on each learner's goals, needs, preferences, and interests FREE for all.

Wednesday, May 24, 2023
Doors: 6:30pm
Trivia: 7-9pm
DJ Atherton: 9-10pm
Miss Thing’s, 1279 Queen Street West, Toronto


Tickets $25 each or a group for four for $90. Each ticket includes a raffle ticket. Would you like to support but can’t attend? Buy a ticket for one of our learners at the link or donate to PPR directly HERE.


Tickets are limited. Register for advance tickets on Eventbrite (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/630361778047​) or take your chances at the door.

For more info, please contact us: info@parkdaleprojectread.org
]]><![CDATA[Please give the Gift of Literacy]]>Mon, 28 Nov 2022 21:25:43 GMThttps://www.parkdaleprojectread.org/events/please-give-the-gift-of-literacy
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Please give the gift of literacy on #GivingTuesday and contribute to our Holiday Fundraising campaign that launches on November 29th, in alignment with Giving Tuesday, and extends until December 31st.

Your #GivingTuesday donations will help us create more opportunities for learners to learn, connect, and express themselves, including the following in-person programs:

  • Multi-level Upgrading Group - to develop reading, formal writing and digital literacy skills;
  • Homework Club - where children of learners receive support with school work;
  • Math Group - where learners refresh their skills for work and exam preparation;
  • Writing and Communication Group - to develop reflective writing and feedback skills;
  • Book Club - where community members engage with stories, read together, and develop their comprehension and critical thinking skills.

In 2023, we plan to offer learners internet subsidies to offset the effects of inflation, and healthy food boxes to those experiencing financial insecurity. Your contributions make a big impact on our small charitable organization.

Ways to donate:

1. Make a secure online donation on CanadaHelps.org or our GivingTuesday page

2. Mail a cheque or money order to: Parkdale Project Read, 180 Sudbury St, Unit C7, Toronto, Ontario M6J 0A8

3. United Way Donor’s Choice: Ask your workplace to make PPR the recipient of your one-time or monthly donation to a registered charitable organization.

Please make your donation before December 31st to receive a 2022 tax receipt. We provide tax receipts for donations of $20.00 or more.

Thank you for making a difference in the lives of adult literacy learners!
- from all of us at Parkdale Project Read


]]><![CDATA[BollyX Fundraiser for PPR - Nov 17 & 19]]>Tue, 08 Nov 2022 19:13:13 GMThttps://www.parkdaleprojectread.org/events/bollyx-fundraiser-for-ppr-nov-17-19
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Join the Bollywood-inspired dance fitness fundraiser in support of Parkdale Project Read live in person at 180 Sudbury Street on Thursday, November 17 at 1:30 pm and virtually on Saturday, November 19 at 11:30 am.

Buy your tickets 

The BollyX workout is inspired by the music and dance of Bollywood films. Created by world-class choreographers and certified fitness professionals, BollyX is a safe and effective total body dance workout for everyone.

The 30 minute workouts are offered by Parkdale Project Read volunteer tutor and BollyX Dance Instructor Bhavini, with all proceeds going directly to Parkdale Project Read, a non-profit, community-based literacy program that operates an adult learning centre in the Parkdale community in Toronto, Canada.

DETAILS:
One ticket purchase of $20 will give you access to both the in-person workout at 180 Sudbury Street and the virtual Zoom workout.

Attend one or both, depending on your energy level
Thursday November 17th, 1:30 pm to 2:00 pm
and
Saturday November 19th, 11:30 am to 12:00 pm

All funds will go towards addressing community needs and ensuring continued access to programming and community connection for adult literacy learners.
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Click on this link to register in advance:
https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZItd-qgrTkiGtAsu_TY7WJRbsb7xP8Rqr_W

After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Download PPR's 2021 AGM Minutes below:
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Please join us for Parkdale Project Read's 36th Annual General Meeting (AGM)

REVISED DATE:
Date: Tuesday October 25, 2022
Time: 6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Location: Virtual event on Zoom

Agenda will include:
- A Message from the Board Chair
- Treasurer’s Report
- Programming Highlights
- Election of New Board Members

All PPR Members & Community Supporters welcome! For more info, please email PPR or call 416-531-6308
 
Note: PPR usually hosts a Celebration of Learners at our AGM. This year we will host the event in November 2022. More info to be announced soon.
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