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Please give the Gift of Literacy

11/28/2022

 
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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



BollyX Fundraiser for PPR - Nov 17 & 19

11/8/2022

 
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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.

AGM - Oct 25, 2022

8/2/2022

 
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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:
ppr_2021_agm_minutes-final.pdf
File Size: 89 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

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.

PPR is moving

8/1/2022

 
As of October 1, 2022, PPR is moving to Queen & Dufferin. Our new address is: 180 Sudbury Street, Unit C7. Please contact us for more info.
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Trivia Night Fundraiser for PPR

5/24/2022

 
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Join us for a "Parkdale themed" Trivia Night  hosted by the fabulous Paul Taylor (ED of Foodshare) in support of Parkdale Project Read.

Date: Thursday June 16, 2022
Time: 7:00-9:00 PM
Place: The Rhino, 1249 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON, M6K 1L5
Tickets:
www.eventbrite.ca/e/parkdale-trivia-night-fundraiser-tickets-342897775477


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Adult Education and Literacy Fund

2/15/2022

 
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In February 2022, Parkdale Project Read was honoured to receive a grant in the amount of $3,000 from the Adult Education and Literacy Fund at Toronto Foundation. Thank you to all the donors who made this possible.

To learn more about Toronto Foundation's Adult Education and Literacy Fund, or to make a donation yourself (one-time or monthly), visit:


https://torontofoundation.ca/adult-education-and-literacy-fund

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African Liberation Month Book Club

1/25/2022

 
Parkdale Project Read presents:

African Liberation Month
Book Club for Adult Literacy Learners

We will read,
Standing in My Rightful Place written by PPR Learner, Nancy Dixon.

This moving autobiography recounts Nancy’s experiences growing up in Africville, a small community of predominantly Black Canadians that was was once located in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

Dates: four Monday afternoons
February 7, 14, 28 & March 7, 2022

Time: 2-4 PM (E.S.T.) on Zoom
Please contact PPR to register



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Learn more about the History of Africville from
the Canadian Museum for Human Rights


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Queer Language in the Classroom

1/10/2022

 
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We are excited to continue our Professional Development Sessions for Tutors with a session on Queer Language in the Classroom.

In this training, we will focus on a basic overview of queer terminology and how it applies to adult literacy work. We will also share some methods for introducing a more inclusive curriculum into your classroom or tutoring sessions. This training is designed for tutors and facilitators but it will be helpful for everyone.

Queer Language in the Classroom
Date: January 24, 2022

Time: 6-8 PM (EST)

Location: Zoom

Contact PPR to register and receive link


This program is presented by the West TO Literacy Collaborative and with guest facilitator: Keighty Ward, Literacy Works.


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Give the Gift of Literacy

11/23/2021

 
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If you're planning on giving this #GivingTuesdayCA and/or during the month of December, please consider supporting adult literacy and Parkdale Project Read. Your donations have a real impact and make a big difference as we work to provide new and innovative programming to adult learners!

Your donations to the David Michael Eminess Memorial Scholarship fund directly support Academic Upgrading students to pursue their post-secondary education.

Your donations to the Wendy Tanner Memorial Fund for Arts and Literacy helps us develop creative expression programs.

Visit PPR's Giving Tuesday page to make a difference in the lives of adult literacy learners.

Math in Adult Literacy

11/15/2021

 
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Are you struggling to incorporate math into your tutoring sessions and aren't sure where to start?
It can be hard to combine the two, especially if math isn't your favourite subject!

The West TO Literacy Collaborative has organized a Professional Development Training for Tutors in partnership with Literacy Works:

Math in Adult Literacy
Date: Wednesday November 24, 2021
Time: 6-8 PM E.S.T
Location: Zoom

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  • About
    • Our Story
    • Our Team
    • Remembering Premal
  • Programs
    • Literacy and Basic Skills
    • Academic Upgrading Program
    • Creating Health with Our Hands and Voices
  • Events
  • Ways To Support
    • Learners First Fund
    • Wendy Tanner Memorial Fund
    • David Michael Eminess Memorial Scholarship
    • Premal Laxman Love For All Fund
  • Get Involved
    • Volunteer Tutor Program
    • Volunteer Board Members
    • Opportunities
  • Resources
  • Contact