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SUMMARY:B.O.Y. (for boys)- Session I
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-with-radley-for-boys-2/2026-03-03/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260303T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260303T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092343
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SUMMARY:Unmasked (for boys)- Session I
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/2026-03-03/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260304T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260304T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092343
CREATED:20260209T152451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T204220Z
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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/2026-03-04/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092343
CREATED:20260209T152843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T200708Z
UID:10000120-1772708400-1772715600@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Empowering Voices
DESCRIPTION:Empowering Voices is a trauma-informed group program for women who have experienced intimate partner violence. The program focuses on rebuilding voice\, restoring self-trust\, and reconnecting with personal identity in a safe and supportive environment. \nExperiences of abuse can impact how women see themselves\, express their needs\, and trust their instincts. Empowering Voices creates intentional space to gently explore these effects while honouring each participant’s lived experience and resilience. Through guided reflection\, group discussion\, and creative exercises\, women are supported in understanding the impact of trauma while reconnecting with their strengths\, inner wisdom\, and capacity for growth. \nParticipants have opportunities to: \n\n\nReclaim their voice and sense of agency \n\n\nStrengthen self-awareness and emotional insight \n\n\nRebuild trust in their intuition and decision-making \n\n\nExplore identity beyond experiences of harm \n\n\nConnect with others who share similar journeys \n\n\nThe program emphasizes emotional safety\, choice\, and empowerment. There is no pressure to share beyond one’s comfort level\, and participation is always guided by respect and consent. Healing is approached as a personal and non-linear process\, supported by community\, compassion\, and mutual encouragement. \nEmpowering Voices offers more than discussion — it offers connection\, validation\, and the opportunity to move forward with greater clarity\, confidence\, and self-trust.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/empowering-voices/2026-03-05/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092343
CREATED:20251203T012150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T164514Z
UID:10000098-1772726400-1772733600@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Girlfriends- Session 1
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\nBoost self-confidence and self-expression\nReduce feelings of isolation\nPromote emotional wellness\nStrengthen social and communication skills\nEncourage teamwork and leadership\nFoster healthy peer relationships\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/2026-03-05/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260305T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092343
CREATED:20251203T014134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T200228Z
UID:10000094-1772730000-1772735400@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Tweens
DESCRIPTION:The Tweens Group runs from September to June and meets once a week on Thursdays from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. This group is designed for children ages 8 to 12 and provides a safe\, structured\, and supportive environment where young participants can build confidence and strengthen social skills. \nThe program focuses on self-esteem\, emotional awareness\, and healthy peer relationships. Children at this stage of development are forming important ideas about who they are and how they relate to others. Tweens offers a welcoming space where they can explore those ideas in positive and encouraging ways. \nThrough guided discussions\, interactive games\, teamwork activities\, and creative exercises\, participants practice: \n\n\nCommunication skills \n\n\nConfidence-building \n\n\nEmpathy and perspective-taking \n\n\nProblem-solving strategies \n\n\nHealthy conflict resolution \n\n\nRespectful peer interaction \n\n\nThe group is facilitated in a trauma-informed manner\, recognizing that some children may have experienced stress\, instability\, or exposure to violence. Activities are designed to promote emotional safety\, encourage participation without pressure\, and build on each child’s existing strengths. \nThe goal of the Tweens Group is to help children feel secure in who they are\, develop healthy friendships\, and navigate everyday social situations with greater ease and resilience. By strengthening self-awareness and interpersonal skills early on\, the program supports long-term emotional well-being and positive development.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/tweens/2026-03-05/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260310T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260310T173000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092343
CREATED:20260226T205601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T210827Z
UID:10000286-1773158400-1773163800@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:B.O.Y. (for boys)- Session I
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-with-radley-for-boys-2/2026-03-10/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260310T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260310T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092343
CREATED:20251202T224557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T204413Z
UID:10000250-1773165600-1773171000@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Unmasked (for boys)- Session I
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/2026-03-10/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260311T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260311T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092343
CREATED:20260209T152451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T204220Z
UID:10000180-1773250200-1773257400@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/2026-03-11/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T130000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092343
CREATED:20260209T152843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T200708Z
UID:10000121-1773313200-1773320400@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Empowering Voices
DESCRIPTION:Empowering Voices is a trauma-informed group program for women who have experienced intimate partner violence. The program focuses on rebuilding voice\, restoring self-trust\, and reconnecting with personal identity in a safe and supportive environment. \nExperiences of abuse can impact how women see themselves\, express their needs\, and trust their instincts. Empowering Voices creates intentional space to gently explore these effects while honouring each participant’s lived experience and resilience. Through guided reflection\, group discussion\, and creative exercises\, women are supported in understanding the impact of trauma while reconnecting with their strengths\, inner wisdom\, and capacity for growth. \nParticipants have opportunities to: \n\n\nReclaim their voice and sense of agency \n\n\nStrengthen self-awareness and emotional insight \n\n\nRebuild trust in their intuition and decision-making \n\n\nExplore identity beyond experiences of harm \n\n\nConnect with others who share similar journeys \n\n\nThe program emphasizes emotional safety\, choice\, and empowerment. There is no pressure to share beyond one’s comfort level\, and participation is always guided by respect and consent. Healing is approached as a personal and non-linear process\, supported by community\, compassion\, and mutual encouragement. \nEmpowering Voices offers more than discussion — it offers connection\, validation\, and the opportunity to move forward with greater clarity\, confidence\, and self-trust.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/empowering-voices/2026-03-12/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092343
CREATED:20251203T012150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T164514Z
UID:10000099-1773331200-1773338400@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Girlfriends- Session 1
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\nBoost self-confidence and self-expression\nReduce feelings of isolation\nPromote emotional wellness\nStrengthen social and communication skills\nEncourage teamwork and leadership\nFoster healthy peer relationships\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/2026-03-12/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260312T183000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20251203T014134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T200228Z
UID:10000095-1773334800-1773340200@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Tweens
DESCRIPTION:The Tweens Group runs from September to June and meets once a week on Thursdays from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. This group is designed for children ages 8 to 12 and provides a safe\, structured\, and supportive environment where young participants can build confidence and strengthen social skills. \nThe program focuses on self-esteem\, emotional awareness\, and healthy peer relationships. Children at this stage of development are forming important ideas about who they are and how they relate to others. Tweens offers a welcoming space where they can explore those ideas in positive and encouraging ways. \nThrough guided discussions\, interactive games\, teamwork activities\, and creative exercises\, participants practice: \n\n\nCommunication skills \n\n\nConfidence-building \n\n\nEmpathy and perspective-taking \n\n\nProblem-solving strategies \n\n\nHealthy conflict resolution \n\n\nRespectful peer interaction \n\n\nThe group is facilitated in a trauma-informed manner\, recognizing that some children may have experienced stress\, instability\, or exposure to violence. Activities are designed to promote emotional safety\, encourage participation without pressure\, and build on each child’s existing strengths. \nThe goal of the Tweens Group is to help children feel secure in who they are\, develop healthy friendships\, and navigate everyday social situations with greater ease and resilience. By strengthening self-awareness and interpersonal skills early on\, the program supports long-term emotional well-being and positive development.
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/tweens/2026-03-12/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260316T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260316T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20260305T171751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T171751Z
UID:10000826-1773655200-1773676800@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Girlz Space March Break Camp- Day 1
DESCRIPTION:Spots are now filled!
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/girlz-space-march-break-camp-day-1/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260317T163000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20260305T171852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T171852Z
UID:10000827-1773741600-1773765000@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Girlz Space March Break Camp- Day 2
DESCRIPTION:Spots are now filled!
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/girlz-space-march-break-camp-day-2/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260318T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260318T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20260305T173421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T173421Z
UID:10000828-1773828000-1773856800@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Girlz Space March Break Camp- Day 3
DESCRIPTION:Spots are now filled!
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/girlz-space-march-break-camp-day-3/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260318T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260318T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20260209T152451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T204220Z
UID:10000181-1773855000-1773862200@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/2026-03-18/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260319T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20260305T173546Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T173546Z
UID:10000829-1773914400-1773936000@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Girlz Space March Break Camp- Day 4
DESCRIPTION:Spots are now filled!
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/girlz-space-march-break-camp-day-4/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260320T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260320T160000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20260305T181051Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260305T181051Z
UID:10000830-1774000800-1774022400@womenshabitat.ca
SUMMARY:Girlz Space March Break Camp- Day 5
DESCRIPTION:Spots are now filled!
URL:https://womenshabitat.ca/event/girlz-space-march-break-camp-day-5/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260323T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260323T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20260226T203837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T203837Z
UID:10000164-1774278000-1774285200@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/2026-03-23/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T233000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20260209T151132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T200034Z
UID:10000012-1774342800-1774395000@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/2026-03-24/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T173000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20260226T205204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T205204Z
UID:10000556-1774368000-1774373400@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/2026-03-24/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260324T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20260226T204513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T204513Z
UID:10000256-1774375200-1774380600@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/2026-03-24/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20260324T204205Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260324T204825Z
UID:10000832-1774438200-1774445400@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/2026-03-25/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260325T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20260209T152451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T204220Z
UID:10000182-1774459800-1774467000@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/2026-03-25/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T133000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20260209T153135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T200124Z
UID:10000015-1774522800-1774531800@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/2026-03-26/
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260326T180000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20260226T200437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T205256Z
UID:10000105-1774540800-1774548000@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-2/2026-03-26/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260330T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260330T170000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20260226T203837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T203837Z
UID:10000165-1774882800-1774890000@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/2026-03-30/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T233000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20260209T151132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T200034Z
UID:10000080-1774947600-1774999800@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/2026-03-31/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T173000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20260226T205204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T205204Z
UID:10000557-1774972800-1774978200@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/2026-03-31/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260331T193000
DTSTAMP:20260417T092344
CREATED:20260226T204513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T204513Z
UID:10000257-1774980000-1774985400@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/2026-03-31/
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