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SUMMARY:Housing Readiness
DESCRIPTION:Housing search support\, rent-geard-income\, housing application\, rent bank and referral\, information on tenants rights\, eviction prevention\, and housing applications. \n 
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/housing-readiness/2026-04-08/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260409T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260409T133000
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SUMMARY:Empowering Communication
DESCRIPTION:Empowering Communication is an 8-week trauma-informed group program designed to support women in rebuilding healthy\, confident communication after experiences of abuse or unhealthy relationships. Trauma can deeply affect how we express ourselves\, set boundaries\, and respond to conflict. This program creates a safe\, supportive space where participants can gently explore these impacts and develop new tools for communication that feel grounded\, respectful\, and empowering. \nThroughout the program\, participants learn practical skills related to assertiveness\, boundary-setting\, conflict navigation\, and self-advocacy. Using guided discussions\, role-playing exercises\, and real-life scenarios\, women practice expressing their needs clearly while honouring their emotional and relational limits. The program also explores how trauma affects communication patterns — including people-pleasing\, avoidance\, heightened reactivity\, or difficulty trusting — and offers strategies to respond rather than react. \nParticipants build confidence in: \n\n\nIdentifying personal values and communication styles \n\n\nSetting and maintaining healthy boundaries \n\n\nManaging emotional triggers during difficult conversations \n\n\nNavigating conflict safely and constructively \n\n\nAdvocating for themselves in personal\, professional\, and community settings \n\n\nEmpowering Communication is grounded in compassion and choice. There is no pressure to share beyond one’s comfort level\, and each participant is supported at her own pace. The goal is not perfection\, but growth — helping women reclaim their voice\, strengthen their sense of agency\, and engage in relationships with clarity\, confidence\, and self-respect.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/empowering-communication/2026-04-09/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260409T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260409T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260226T200437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T205256Z
UID:10000107-1775750400-1775757600@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Girlfriends- Session II
DESCRIPTION:Girlz Space is a free after-school program for girls in Grades 6–8\, offering a safe and welcoming environment where participants can connect with peers from South Etobicoke and build meaningful friendships. The program runs throughout the school year and takes place on Mondays and Fridays\, providing consistent support and community during an important stage of development. \nAdolescence can be a time of change\, self-discovery\, and social pressure. Girlz Space creates a supportive space where girls can show up as they are — without judgment — and explore their strengths in a positive\, empowering setting. \nThe program offers a wide range of engaging activities designed to: \n\n\nBoost self-confidence and self-expression \n\n\nReduce feelings of isolation \n\n\nPromote emotional wellness \n\n\nStrengthen social and communication skills \n\n\nEncourage teamwork and leadership \n\n\nFoster healthy peer relationships \n\n\nThrough creative projects\, group discussions\, cooking\, games\, and skill-building activities\, participants develop confidence\, resilience\, and a stronger sense of belonging. The program is facilitated using a trauma-informed approach\, ensuring emotional safety and allowing each girl to participate at her own comfort level. \nGirlz Space helps young participants build connections\, discover their strengths\, and feel more secure in who they are — both within themselves and within their community.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/girlfriends-session-2/2026-04-09/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260413T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260413T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260226T203837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T203837Z
UID:10000167-1776092400-1776099600@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Girlz Space - Session II
DESCRIPTION:Girlz Space is a free after-school program for girls in Grades 6–8\, providing a welcoming and supportive environment where participants can connect with other girls from South Etobicoke. The program runs throughout the school year and takes place on Mondays and Fridays\, offering consistent structure and community during a formative stage of development. \nThis program creates a safe space where girls can build friendships\, express themselves\, and explore their strengths in a positive and encouraging setting. Early adolescence can bring social pressures\, questions of identity\, and feelings of isolation. Girlz Space aims to counter these challenges by fostering belonging\, confidence\, and connection. \nThrough a wide range of engaging activities — including creative projects\, group discussions\, cooking\, wellness activities\, and collaborative games — participants develop: \n\n\nSelf-confidence and leadership skills \n\n\nHealthy communication and teamwork \n\n\nEmotional awareness and resilience \n\n\nPositive peer relationships \n\n\nA stronger sense of community and belonging \n\n\nFacilitated using a trauma-informed approach\, the program prioritizes emotional safety\, respect\, and choice. Each participant is encouraged to engage at her own pace\, building skills and connections in ways that feel supportive and empowering. \nGirlz Space helps girls strengthen their sense of identity\, reduce feelings of isolation\, and develop the confidence and skills needed to navigate school\, friendships\, and everyday challenges with greater ease.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/girlz-space-session-ii/2026-04-13/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T233000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260209T151132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T200034Z
UID:10000082-1776157200-1776209400@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Mindful Parenting
DESCRIPTION:The Mindful Parenting Group is a 10-week program offered once per week for two hours during the Spring and Fall sessions. This program is delivered in partnership between Women’s Habitat of Etobicoke and Toronto Public Health\, combining trauma-informed support with evidence-based parenting education. \nMindful Parenting is designed to support mothers and caregivers in building confidence and strengthening their parenting skills\, particularly in the context of stress\, life transitions\, or experiences of trauma. The program creates a welcoming and non-judgmental space where caregivers can reflect\, learn\, and grow together while feeling supported by peers and facilitators. \nThroughout the 10 weeks\, participants explore: \n\n\nPositive and strengths-based parenting approaches \n\n\nEffective and respectful parent-child communication \n\n\nEmotional regulation strategies for both parents and children \n\n\nBuilding and maintaining healthy routines \n\n\nUnderstanding child development stages \n\n\nStrengthening parent-child relationships \n\n\nPractical tools for responding to challenging behaviours \n\n\nThe program acknowledges that parenting can feel overwhelming at times\, especially when navigating personal stress or past trauma. Rather than focusing on blame or perfection\, Mindful Parenting emphasizes self-compassion\, awareness\, and practical skill-building. Participants are encouraged to identify their existing strengths and build on them in ways that align with their family values and goals. \nBy the end of the program\, caregivers often report increased confidence\, improved communication with their children\, and a stronger sense of connection within their families. The group setting also fosters community\, reminding parents that they are not alone in their experiences.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/mindful-parenting/2026-04-14/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T173000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260226T205204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T205204Z
UID:10000559-1776182400-1776187800@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:B.O.Y. (for boys)- Session II
DESCRIPTION:B.O.Y. (Because of You) allows the participant to be the centre of change; reinforces accountability\, and builds foundations to be comprehensive.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/b-o-y-for-boys-session-ii/2026-04-14/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260226T204513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T204513Z
UID:10000259-1776189600-1776195000@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Unmasked (for boys)- Session II
DESCRIPTION:A transformative program that challenges harmful stereotypes\, online influences\, and the pressures young men face in today’s culture. Participants unpack messages from the manosphere\, media\, and peers while exploring accountability\, emotional honesty\, healthy relationships\, and gender-based violence prevention. Topics like misogyny\, online radicalization\, power dynamics\, and relationship patterns require a level of maturity\, life experience\, and emotional readiness more common in ages 16+. Young men at this stage are actively navigating dating\, identity\, independence\, and social pressures\, making it an ideal time to “unmask” harmful beliefs and learn healthier alternatives.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/unmasked-for-boys-session-ii/2026-04-14/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260414T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260318T194507Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T195648Z
UID:10000831-1776189600-1776195000@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:My Little Garden
DESCRIPTION:A hands-on community workshop where participants create their own mini pot garden of vegetables and herbs to take home. Learn simple planting techniques\, explore how to use fresh ingredients in everyday meals\, and enjoy a relaxing\, creative experience in a supportive group setting.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/my-little-garden/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T133000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260324T204205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T204825Z
UID:10000835-1776252600-1776259800@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Tending to Trauma
DESCRIPTION:Tending to Trauma is a supportive 10 week group program designed for survivors of intimate partner violence who are ready to deepen their healing in community. Together\, we’ll explore how trauma lives in the body\, develop a personalized toolkit for nervous system care\, and gently work toward reclaiming the body as a source of safety\, power\, wisdom\, and pleasure.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/tending-to-trauma/2026-04-15/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260415T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260209T152451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T204220Z
UID:10000185-1776274200-1776281400@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Housing Readiness
DESCRIPTION:Housing search support\, rent-geard-income\, housing application\, rent bank and referral\, information on tenants rights\, eviction prevention\, and housing applications. \n 
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/housing-readiness/2026-04-15/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T133000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260209T153135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T200124Z
UID:10000018-1776337200-1776346200@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Empowering Communication
DESCRIPTION:Empowering Communication is an 8-week trauma-informed group program designed to support women in rebuilding healthy\, confident communication after experiences of abuse or unhealthy relationships. Trauma can deeply affect how we express ourselves\, set boundaries\, and respond to conflict. This program creates a safe\, supportive space where participants can gently explore these impacts and develop new tools for communication that feel grounded\, respectful\, and empowering. \nThroughout the program\, participants learn practical skills related to assertiveness\, boundary-setting\, conflict navigation\, and self-advocacy. Using guided discussions\, role-playing exercises\, and real-life scenarios\, women practice expressing their needs clearly while honouring their emotional and relational limits. The program also explores how trauma affects communication patterns — including people-pleasing\, avoidance\, heightened reactivity\, or difficulty trusting — and offers strategies to respond rather than react. \nParticipants build confidence in: \n\n\nIdentifying personal values and communication styles \n\n\nSetting and maintaining healthy boundaries \n\n\nManaging emotional triggers during difficult conversations \n\n\nNavigating conflict safely and constructively \n\n\nAdvocating for themselves in personal\, professional\, and community settings \n\n\nEmpowering Communication is grounded in compassion and choice. There is no pressure to share beyond one’s comfort level\, and each participant is supported at her own pace. The goal is not perfection\, but growth — helping women reclaim their voice\, strengthen their sense of agency\, and engage in relationships with clarity\, confidence\, and self-respect.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/empowering-communication/2026-04-16/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260416T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260226T200437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T205256Z
UID:10000108-1776355200-1776362400@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Girlfriends- Session II
DESCRIPTION:Girlz Space is a free after-school program for girls in Grades 6–8\, offering a safe and welcoming environment where participants can connect with peers from South Etobicoke and build meaningful friendships. The program runs throughout the school year and takes place on Mondays and Fridays\, providing consistent support and community during an important stage of development. \nAdolescence can be a time of change\, self-discovery\, and social pressure. Girlz Space creates a supportive space where girls can show up as they are — without judgment — and explore their strengths in a positive\, empowering setting. \nThe program offers a wide range of engaging activities designed to: \n\n\nBoost self-confidence and self-expression \n\n\nReduce feelings of isolation \n\n\nPromote emotional wellness \n\n\nStrengthen social and communication skills \n\n\nEncourage teamwork and leadership \n\n\nFoster healthy peer relationships \n\n\nThrough creative projects\, group discussions\, cooking\, games\, and skill-building activities\, participants develop confidence\, resilience\, and a stronger sense of belonging. The program is facilitated using a trauma-informed approach\, ensuring emotional safety and allowing each girl to participate at her own comfort level. \nGirlz Space helps young participants build connections\, discover their strengths\, and feel more secure in who they are — both within themselves and within their community.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/girlfriends-session-2/2026-04-16/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260420T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260420T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260226T203837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T203837Z
UID:10000168-1776697200-1776704400@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Girlz Space - Session II
DESCRIPTION:Girlz Space is a free after-school program for girls in Grades 6–8\, providing a welcoming and supportive environment where participants can connect with other girls from South Etobicoke. The program runs throughout the school year and takes place on Mondays and Fridays\, offering consistent structure and community during a formative stage of development. \nThis program creates a safe space where girls can build friendships\, express themselves\, and explore their strengths in a positive and encouraging setting. Early adolescence can bring social pressures\, questions of identity\, and feelings of isolation. Girlz Space aims to counter these challenges by fostering belonging\, confidence\, and connection. \nThrough a wide range of engaging activities — including creative projects\, group discussions\, cooking\, wellness activities\, and collaborative games — participants develop: \n\n\nSelf-confidence and leadership skills \n\n\nHealthy communication and teamwork \n\n\nEmotional awareness and resilience \n\n\nPositive peer relationships \n\n\nA stronger sense of community and belonging \n\n\nFacilitated using a trauma-informed approach\, the program prioritizes emotional safety\, respect\, and choice. Each participant is encouraged to engage at her own pace\, building skills and connections in ways that feel supportive and empowering. \nGirlz Space helps girls strengthen their sense of identity\, reduce feelings of isolation\, and develop the confidence and skills needed to navigate school\, friendships\, and everyday challenges with greater ease.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/girlz-space-session-ii/2026-04-20/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T233000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260209T151132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T200034Z
UID:10000083-1776762000-1776814200@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Mindful Parenting
DESCRIPTION:The Mindful Parenting Group is a 10-week program offered once per week for two hours during the Spring and Fall sessions. This program is delivered in partnership between Women’s Habitat of Etobicoke and Toronto Public Health\, combining trauma-informed support with evidence-based parenting education. \nMindful Parenting is designed to support mothers and caregivers in building confidence and strengthening their parenting skills\, particularly in the context of stress\, life transitions\, or experiences of trauma. The program creates a welcoming and non-judgmental space where caregivers can reflect\, learn\, and grow together while feeling supported by peers and facilitators. \nThroughout the 10 weeks\, participants explore: \n\n\nPositive and strengths-based parenting approaches \n\n\nEffective and respectful parent-child communication \n\n\nEmotional regulation strategies for both parents and children \n\n\nBuilding and maintaining healthy routines \n\n\nUnderstanding child development stages \n\n\nStrengthening parent-child relationships \n\n\nPractical tools for responding to challenging behaviours \n\n\nThe program acknowledges that parenting can feel overwhelming at times\, especially when navigating personal stress or past trauma. Rather than focusing on blame or perfection\, Mindful Parenting emphasizes self-compassion\, awareness\, and practical skill-building. Participants are encouraged to identify their existing strengths and build on them in ways that align with their family values and goals. \nBy the end of the program\, caregivers often report increased confidence\, improved communication with their children\, and a stronger sense of connection within their families. The group setting also fosters community\, reminding parents that they are not alone in their experiences.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/mindful-parenting/2026-04-21/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T173000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260226T205204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T205204Z
UID:10000560-1776787200-1776792600@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:B.O.Y. (for boys)- Session II
DESCRIPTION:B.O.Y. (Because of You) allows the participant to be the centre of change; reinforces accountability\, and builds foundations to be comprehensive.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/b-o-y-for-boys-session-ii/2026-04-21/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260421T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260226T204513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T204513Z
UID:10000260-1776794400-1776799800@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Unmasked (for boys)- Session II
DESCRIPTION:A transformative program that challenges harmful stereotypes\, online influences\, and the pressures young men face in today’s culture. Participants unpack messages from the manosphere\, media\, and peers while exploring accountability\, emotional honesty\, healthy relationships\, and gender-based violence prevention. Topics like misogyny\, online radicalization\, power dynamics\, and relationship patterns require a level of maturity\, life experience\, and emotional readiness more common in ages 16+. Young men at this stage are actively navigating dating\, identity\, independence\, and social pressures\, making it an ideal time to “unmask” harmful beliefs and learn healthier alternatives.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/unmasked-for-boys-session-ii/2026-04-21/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T133000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260324T204205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T204825Z
UID:10000836-1776857400-1776864600@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Tending to Trauma
DESCRIPTION:Tending to Trauma is a supportive 10 week group program designed for survivors of intimate partner violence who are ready to deepen their healing in community. Together\, we’ll explore how trauma lives in the body\, develop a personalized toolkit for nervous system care\, and gently work toward reclaiming the body as a source of safety\, power\, wisdom\, and pleasure.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/tending-to-trauma/2026-04-22/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260209T152451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T204220Z
UID:10000186-1776879000-1776886200@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Housing Readiness
DESCRIPTION:Housing search support\, rent-geard-income\, housing application\, rent bank and referral\, information on tenants rights\, eviction prevention\, and housing applications. \n 
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/housing-readiness/2026-04-22/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T133000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260209T153135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T200124Z
UID:10000019-1776942000-1776951000@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Empowering Communication
DESCRIPTION:Empowering Communication is an 8-week trauma-informed group program designed to support women in rebuilding healthy\, confident communication after experiences of abuse or unhealthy relationships. Trauma can deeply affect how we express ourselves\, set boundaries\, and respond to conflict. This program creates a safe\, supportive space where participants can gently explore these impacts and develop new tools for communication that feel grounded\, respectful\, and empowering. \nThroughout the program\, participants learn practical skills related to assertiveness\, boundary-setting\, conflict navigation\, and self-advocacy. Using guided discussions\, role-playing exercises\, and real-life scenarios\, women practice expressing their needs clearly while honouring their emotional and relational limits. The program also explores how trauma affects communication patterns — including people-pleasing\, avoidance\, heightened reactivity\, or difficulty trusting — and offers strategies to respond rather than react. \nParticipants build confidence in: \n\n\nIdentifying personal values and communication styles \n\n\nSetting and maintaining healthy boundaries \n\n\nManaging emotional triggers during difficult conversations \n\n\nNavigating conflict safely and constructively \n\n\nAdvocating for themselves in personal\, professional\, and community settings \n\n\nEmpowering Communication is grounded in compassion and choice. There is no pressure to share beyond one’s comfort level\, and each participant is supported at her own pace. The goal is not perfection\, but growth — helping women reclaim their voice\, strengthen their sense of agency\, and engage in relationships with clarity\, confidence\, and self-respect.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/empowering-communication/2026-04-23/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260226T200437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T205256Z
UID:10000109-1776960000-1776967200@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Girlfriends- Session II
DESCRIPTION:Girlz Space is a free after-school program for girls in Grades 6–8\, offering a safe and welcoming environment where participants can connect with peers from South Etobicoke and build meaningful friendships. The program runs throughout the school year and takes place on Mondays and Fridays\, providing consistent support and community during an important stage of development. \nAdolescence can be a time of change\, self-discovery\, and social pressure. Girlz Space creates a supportive space where girls can show up as they are — without judgment — and explore their strengths in a positive\, empowering setting. \nThe program offers a wide range of engaging activities designed to: \n\n\nBoost self-confidence and self-expression \n\n\nReduce feelings of isolation \n\n\nPromote emotional wellness \n\n\nStrengthen social and communication skills \n\n\nEncourage teamwork and leadership \n\n\nFoster healthy peer relationships \n\n\nThrough creative projects\, group discussions\, cooking\, games\, and skill-building activities\, participants develop confidence\, resilience\, and a stronger sense of belonging. The program is facilitated using a trauma-informed approach\, ensuring emotional safety and allowing each girl to participate at her own comfort level. \nGirlz Space helps young participants build connections\, discover their strengths\, and feel more secure in who they are — both within themselves and within their community.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/girlfriends-session-2/2026-04-23/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260427T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260427T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260226T203837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T203837Z
UID:10000169-1777302000-1777309200@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Girlz Space - Session II
DESCRIPTION:Girlz Space is a free after-school program for girls in Grades 6–8\, providing a welcoming and supportive environment where participants can connect with other girls from South Etobicoke. The program runs throughout the school year and takes place on Mondays and Fridays\, offering consistent structure and community during a formative stage of development. \nThis program creates a safe space where girls can build friendships\, express themselves\, and explore their strengths in a positive and encouraging setting. Early adolescence can bring social pressures\, questions of identity\, and feelings of isolation. Girlz Space aims to counter these challenges by fostering belonging\, confidence\, and connection. \nThrough a wide range of engaging activities — including creative projects\, group discussions\, cooking\, wellness activities\, and collaborative games — participants develop: \n\n\nSelf-confidence and leadership skills \n\n\nHealthy communication and teamwork \n\n\nEmotional awareness and resilience \n\n\nPositive peer relationships \n\n\nA stronger sense of community and belonging \n\n\nFacilitated using a trauma-informed approach\, the program prioritizes emotional safety\, respect\, and choice. Each participant is encouraged to engage at her own pace\, building skills and connections in ways that feel supportive and empowering. \nGirlz Space helps girls strengthen their sense of identity\, reduce feelings of isolation\, and develop the confidence and skills needed to navigate school\, friendships\, and everyday challenges with greater ease.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/girlz-space-session-ii/2026-04-27/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T233000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260209T151132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T200034Z
UID:10000084-1777366800-1777419000@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Mindful Parenting
DESCRIPTION:The Mindful Parenting Group is a 10-week program offered once per week for two hours during the Spring and Fall sessions. This program is delivered in partnership between Women’s Habitat of Etobicoke and Toronto Public Health\, combining trauma-informed support with evidence-based parenting education. \nMindful Parenting is designed to support mothers and caregivers in building confidence and strengthening their parenting skills\, particularly in the context of stress\, life transitions\, or experiences of trauma. The program creates a welcoming and non-judgmental space where caregivers can reflect\, learn\, and grow together while feeling supported by peers and facilitators. \nThroughout the 10 weeks\, participants explore: \n\n\nPositive and strengths-based parenting approaches \n\n\nEffective and respectful parent-child communication \n\n\nEmotional regulation strategies for both parents and children \n\n\nBuilding and maintaining healthy routines \n\n\nUnderstanding child development stages \n\n\nStrengthening parent-child relationships \n\n\nPractical tools for responding to challenging behaviours \n\n\nThe program acknowledges that parenting can feel overwhelming at times\, especially when navigating personal stress or past trauma. Rather than focusing on blame or perfection\, Mindful Parenting emphasizes self-compassion\, awareness\, and practical skill-building. Participants are encouraged to identify their existing strengths and build on them in ways that align with their family values and goals. \nBy the end of the program\, caregivers often report increased confidence\, improved communication with their children\, and a stronger sense of connection within their families. The group setting also fosters community\, reminding parents that they are not alone in their experiences.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/mindful-parenting/2026-04-28/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T173000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260226T205204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T205204Z
UID:10000561-1777392000-1777397400@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:B.O.Y. (for boys)- Session II
DESCRIPTION:B.O.Y. (Because of You) allows the participant to be the centre of change; reinforces accountability\, and builds foundations to be comprehensive.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/b-o-y-for-boys-session-ii/2026-04-28/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260428T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260226T204513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T204513Z
UID:10000261-1777399200-1777404600@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Unmasked (for boys)- Session II
DESCRIPTION:A transformative program that challenges harmful stereotypes\, online influences\, and the pressures young men face in today’s culture. Participants unpack messages from the manosphere\, media\, and peers while exploring accountability\, emotional honesty\, healthy relationships\, and gender-based violence prevention. Topics like misogyny\, online radicalization\, power dynamics\, and relationship patterns require a level of maturity\, life experience\, and emotional readiness more common in ages 16+. Young men at this stage are actively navigating dating\, identity\, independence\, and social pressures\, making it an ideal time to “unmask” harmful beliefs and learn healthier alternatives.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/unmasked-for-boys-session-ii/2026-04-28/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260429T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260429T133000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260324T204205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T204825Z
UID:10000837-1777462200-1777469400@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Tending to Trauma
DESCRIPTION:Tending to Trauma is a supportive 10 week group program designed for survivors of intimate partner violence who are ready to deepen their healing in community. Together\, we’ll explore how trauma lives in the body\, develop a personalized toolkit for nervous system care\, and gently work toward reclaiming the body as a source of safety\, power\, wisdom\, and pleasure.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/tending-to-trauma/2026-04-29/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260429T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260429T193000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260209T152451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T204220Z
UID:10000187-1777483800-1777491000@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Housing Readiness
DESCRIPTION:Housing search support\, rent-geard-income\, housing application\, rent bank and referral\, information on tenants rights\, eviction prevention\, and housing applications. \n 
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/housing-readiness/2026-04-29/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T133000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260209T153135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T200124Z
UID:10000020-1777546800-1777555800@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Empowering Communication
DESCRIPTION:Empowering Communication is an 8-week trauma-informed group program designed to support women in rebuilding healthy\, confident communication after experiences of abuse or unhealthy relationships. Trauma can deeply affect how we express ourselves\, set boundaries\, and respond to conflict. This program creates a safe\, supportive space where participants can gently explore these impacts and develop new tools for communication that feel grounded\, respectful\, and empowering. \nThroughout the program\, participants learn practical skills related to assertiveness\, boundary-setting\, conflict navigation\, and self-advocacy. Using guided discussions\, role-playing exercises\, and real-life scenarios\, women practice expressing their needs clearly while honouring their emotional and relational limits. The program also explores how trauma affects communication patterns — including people-pleasing\, avoidance\, heightened reactivity\, or difficulty trusting — and offers strategies to respond rather than react. \nParticipants build confidence in: \n\n\nIdentifying personal values and communication styles \n\n\nSetting and maintaining healthy boundaries \n\n\nManaging emotional triggers during difficult conversations \n\n\nNavigating conflict safely and constructively \n\n\nAdvocating for themselves in personal\, professional\, and community settings \n\n\nEmpowering Communication is grounded in compassion and choice. There is no pressure to share beyond one’s comfort level\, and each participant is supported at her own pace. The goal is not perfection\, but growth — helping women reclaim their voice\, strengthen their sense of agency\, and engage in relationships with clarity\, confidence\, and self-respect.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/empowering-communication/2026-04-30/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260430T180000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260226T200437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T205256Z
UID:10000110-1777564800-1777572000@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Girlfriends- Session II
DESCRIPTION:Girlz Space is a free after-school program for girls in Grades 6–8\, offering a safe and welcoming environment where participants can connect with peers from South Etobicoke and build meaningful friendships. The program runs throughout the school year and takes place on Mondays and Fridays\, providing consistent support and community during an important stage of development. \nAdolescence can be a time of change\, self-discovery\, and social pressure. Girlz Space creates a supportive space where girls can show up as they are — without judgment — and explore their strengths in a positive\, empowering setting. \nThe program offers a wide range of engaging activities designed to: \n\n\nBoost self-confidence and self-expression \n\n\nReduce feelings of isolation \n\n\nPromote emotional wellness \n\n\nStrengthen social and communication skills \n\n\nEncourage teamwork and leadership \n\n\nFoster healthy peer relationships \n\n\nThrough creative projects\, group discussions\, cooking\, games\, and skill-building activities\, participants develop confidence\, resilience\, and a stronger sense of belonging. The program is facilitated using a trauma-informed approach\, ensuring emotional safety and allowing each girl to participate at her own comfort level. \nGirlz Space helps young participants build connections\, discover their strengths\, and feel more secure in who they are — both within themselves and within their community.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/girlfriends-session-2/2026-04-30/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260504T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260504T170000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260226T203837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T203837Z
UID:10000170-1777906800-1777914000@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Girlz Space - Session II
DESCRIPTION:Girlz Space is a free after-school program for girls in Grades 6–8\, providing a welcoming and supportive environment where participants can connect with other girls from South Etobicoke. The program runs throughout the school year and takes place on Mondays and Fridays\, offering consistent structure and community during a formative stage of development. \nThis program creates a safe space where girls can build friendships\, express themselves\, and explore their strengths in a positive and encouraging setting. Early adolescence can bring social pressures\, questions of identity\, and feelings of isolation. Girlz Space aims to counter these challenges by fostering belonging\, confidence\, and connection. \nThrough a wide range of engaging activities — including creative projects\, group discussions\, cooking\, wellness activities\, and collaborative games — participants develop: \n\n\nSelf-confidence and leadership skills \n\n\nHealthy communication and teamwork \n\n\nEmotional awareness and resilience \n\n\nPositive peer relationships \n\n\nA stronger sense of community and belonging \n\n\nFacilitated using a trauma-informed approach\, the program prioritizes emotional safety\, respect\, and choice. Each participant is encouraged to engage at her own pace\, building skills and connections in ways that feel supportive and empowering. \nGirlz Space helps girls strengthen their sense of identity\, reduce feelings of isolation\, and develop the confidence and skills needed to navigate school\, friendships\, and everyday challenges with greater ease.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/girlz-space-session-ii/2026-05-04/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260505T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260505T233000
DTSTAMP:20260408T160445
CREATED:20260209T151132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T200034Z
UID:10000085-1777971600-1778023800@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Mindful Parenting
DESCRIPTION:The Mindful Parenting Group is a 10-week program offered once per week for two hours during the Spring and Fall sessions. This program is delivered in partnership between Women’s Habitat of Etobicoke and Toronto Public Health\, combining trauma-informed support with evidence-based parenting education. \nMindful Parenting is designed to support mothers and caregivers in building confidence and strengthening their parenting skills\, particularly in the context of stress\, life transitions\, or experiences of trauma. The program creates a welcoming and non-judgmental space where caregivers can reflect\, learn\, and grow together while feeling supported by peers and facilitators. \nThroughout the 10 weeks\, participants explore: \n\n\nPositive and strengths-based parenting approaches \n\n\nEffective and respectful parent-child communication \n\n\nEmotional regulation strategies for both parents and children \n\n\nBuilding and maintaining healthy routines \n\n\nUnderstanding child development stages \n\n\nStrengthening parent-child relationships \n\n\nPractical tools for responding to challenging behaviours \n\n\nThe program acknowledges that parenting can feel overwhelming at times\, especially when navigating personal stress or past trauma. Rather than focusing on blame or perfection\, Mindful Parenting emphasizes self-compassion\, awareness\, and practical skill-building. Participants are encouraged to identify their existing strengths and build on them in ways that align with their family values and goals. \nBy the end of the program\, caregivers often report increased confidence\, improved communication with their children\, and a stronger sense of connection within their families. The group setting also fosters community\, reminding parents that they are not alone in their experiences.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/mindful-parenting/2026-05-05/
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