Jane/Finch Centre

Join our upcoming Newcomer Youth Soccer Program and Newcomer Sew & Chat Program this summer!

⚽ Newcomer Youth Soccer Program

A welcoming space for newcomer youth to stay active, build skills, make new friends, and connect with others in the community. Players of all skill levels are welcome!

🗓️ Every Wednesday | July 8 – August 19, 2026
⏰ 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM
📍 Remberto Navia Sport Fields (Soccer field beside Yorkgate Mall)

Ages:
• 8–14 years old
• 15–21 years old

Registration required! visit our website:
www.janefinchcentre.org/program-events/newcomer-soccer-2026

For more information, contact Juanita at 416-786-4324

🧵 Newcomer Sew & Chat Program

Join us for sewing, self-care conversations, and opportunities to share and connect with others in a supportive space.

🗓️ Every Wednesday | July 8 – August 12, 2026
⏰ 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
📍 1 York Gate Blvd #228 | The Spot

To register or learn more, contact Clare at
437-928-9701 or [email protected]

All Jane/Finch Centre locations will be closed starting at 1:00pm, tomorrow, Friday June 12, 2026 and re-open on Monday, June 15, 2026.

Thank you for your understanding!

Happy Pride Month from the Jane/Finch Centre!

This month is dedicated to celebrating q***r resistance and the power of visibility and self-determination.

Pride Month reminds us that celebration and advocacy go hand in hand. Q***r, trans and non-binary folks continue to face significant barriers, discrimination and systemic exclusion. Pride is a reminder that the work towards equity is far from over.

We also acknowledge the legacy and ongoing work led by 2SLGBTQ+ communities in creating safe and inclusive spaces across the country; work that has given rise to powerful cultural and resistance movements, positively impacting countless communities and lives across generations.

At the Jane/Finch Centre, we remain committed to ensuring our spaces, programs, partnerships, and employment practices are safe, inclusive, and identity-affirming for all 2SLGBTQ+, transgender, and non-binary residents, participants, staff, and community members.

This month, we’ll be hosting our 2nd annual community pride walk, and we would love for you to join us! Keep an eye on our social media for registration details.

We’re proud to partner with a variety of organizations, grassroots groups, and local leaders who directly support 2SLGBTQ+, transgender, and non-binary folks across the GTA. We will continue to share their work and events all month long.

We’ve partnered with Agnostic, a Toronto PR firm, to launch the Impression Campaign Scholarship for youth in Jane-Finch and Black Creek — now open for applications!

A total of $10,000 in scholarships is available for 1–3 students enrolling in a PR, Communications, Media, or Journalism program this Fall 2026.

This scholarship is designed to help remove barriers to entry for racialized students pursuing careers in public relations by providing financial support, mentorship, and industry guidance.

✔️ Open to racialized students in Grade 12 (entering first year of post-secondary) or currently in first year of an eligible program
✔️ Studying PR, Communications, Media, or Journalism starting Fall 2026
✔️ Includes mentorship and guidance alongside financial support

📅 Application deadline: July 30, 2026

To learn more about eligibility and application requirements visit our website:

https://bit.ly/impression-scholarship

To learn more about Agnostic, visit: www.thinkagnostic.com

For questions or application inquiries, please contact Abdulkadir Nur at [email protected]

How do you get alerted about heat waves? Where do you go for updates when temperatures rise?

Sprout, in collaboration with Toronto Climate Observatory is hosting a community workshop to co-design how heat information and alerts are shared in our city.

Heat waves are one of Toronto’s most serious weather risks, but the systems meant to keep communities informed don’t always reach everyone. This workshop is designed to center community voices and experiences in shaping how heat information is shared.

This workshop is open to all community members!

📅 June 6, 2026 | 2:00 – 4:00 PM
📍Jane Finch Mall | 1911 Finch Ave West

To register, visit our website: janefinchcentre.org/program-events/heat-vulnerability-workshop

For more information, please contact:

[email protected]

In the 1990s, the Jane/Finch Centre expanded its mandate to formally include youth, reflecting the growing needs of the community.

During this decade, JFC introduced anti-racism programs, community speak-outs, and substance use prevention initiatives to support youth and families across Jane and Finch.

As programs grew, JFC also expanded its main office, securing two additional units to better serve the community.

To learn more about our history, visit our anniversary page: janefinchcentre.org/anniversary

More Summer 2026 positions are now open!📢

We are sharing 3 Canada Summer Jobs opportunities for youth interested in community work, engagement, and program delivery.

Open Positions:
🔹 Mental Health Support Worker - Summer Intern
🔹 Sports and Recreation Lead - GLOW Summer Camp
🔹 Youth Program Assistant - Summer Intern (The Spot – Youth Team)

📌 Visit our careers page for full job descriptions + how to apply: https://www.janefinchcentre.org/careers-page

To close out Mental Health Week, our Seniors group enjoyed a special walk through the blooming Sakura trees at York University’s Calumet Arboretum.

This outing was an opportunity to connect with nature and spend meaningful time together outdoors.

Here’s a glimpse from their walk!

To learn more about our Seniors programs and upcoming activities, visit our website: janefinchcentre.org/seniors

Volunteer Celebration: Decades Mixer! 💙

During National Volunteer Week, we gathered to celebrate and reflect on the many contributions of volunteers who have supported JFC over the past five decades. This evening was an opportunity to recognize the time and commitment that volunteers have dedicated to our programs, events, and community over the years.

Swipe to see some highlights from the event!