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Grilling to Give Back
We’re so excited to get back into the community – this time alongside Furlani Foods – to be a part of this year’s Grilled Cheese Challenge! An iconic event in South Etobicoke, they’ve (finally!) returned and we’re grilling and giving back. Ready to face the competition, Women’s Habitat staff and volunteers have one simple question: …
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WHE Opinion: Depp vs Heard
As a multi-service feminist organization that supports victims and survivors of domestic violence, we conscientiously observe the world and conversations around us, and in particular the media and public narrative when it comes to issues pertaining to our services. Statistically, on the whole, progress is – as with many issues in our society – slowly…
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Did You Know Our Staff Are Speakers?
Our staff walk the walk as true advocates, and we love the chance to share information, education, resources, and our mission and values through speaking engagements, partnerships, workshops and so much more. We believe conversation and personal connection is an incredibly important part of addressing any challenges we face. Executive Director, Carla Neto is a…
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Feature: Sustainable Livelihoods – Cooking With Confidence
We have just officially wrapped up our first virtual “Cooking With Confidence”; the latest offering in Sustainable Livelihoods programming. Participants in this 10-week pilot were provided tools, ingredients, and weekly classes. Hosted by a professional chef educator, they covered a wide range of cooking skills like how to properly use their equipment, prepare ingredients, and…
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State & Main Joining Fundraising for Mother’s Day
“Mom always gives back. This year we want to give back too!” – State & Main Etobicoke are donating $10 for every reservation made for Mother’s Day weekend (May 6th-8th) in honour of all the mothers in our community. Open 11am to 11pm, there’s something for everyone in the family from sharable plates to delicious…
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Women’s Habitat of Etobicoke “Boundless” Fundraiser: Thursday, May 5th 2022, 7pm.
Join us for our second-ever virtual event and silent auction. Registration and auction now open: https://givergy.ca/boundless
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Statement: Anti-Asian Racism
The pandemic has increased the rates of violence and harassment experienced by Asian communities globally. In Canada, the largest increase in individuals who have been victims of hate crimes have been of Chinese, Korean, and Southeast Asian descent. A report from Vancouver police found a 717 per cent increase in attacks on Asian communities from 2019 to 2020. …
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Announcement: Our First-Ever Male Facilitated Virtual Program – ReelReal Men.
Preventing violence against women and girls by promoting healthy masculinity; learning and sharing through creative expression. TORONTO, March 9, 2021 – Today, Women’s Habitat of Etobicoke announces its first-ever male facilitated virtual program ‘ReelReal Men’. This program engages male-identified youth ages 14-18 in a conversation about gender and social norms that contribute to Gender-Based Violence…