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Join us for a weeklong festival filled with free events and activities. Celebrate National Youth Week by expressing your creativity, exchanging ideas and connecting with local youth. National Youth Week takes place every year from May 1 to May 7 and features community events celebrating arts, environment, literacy and recreation. Attend programs and follow along …
Welcome back to Canada's Wonderland! We're excited to open and have you join us on Friday, May 5 to kick off our 2023 season. Get ready for another year of big thrills and world-class attractions at Canada's premier amusement park. New rides opening this year include Tundra Twister, a one-of-a-kind 360-degree swing ride, and Snoopy's …
Presented By: Punjabi Community Health Services Time: 3:30 - 5 pm Location: 50 Sunny Meadow Blvd, Brampton ON, L6R 1Y9 Come join us to connect with other newcomer youth, to play different games and have some fun, listen to some music and win some prizes!! This is a free event! Register here.
Presented By: YMCA Greater Toronto Time: 5 - 7 pm Location: 20 Union Street, Brampton ON, L6V 1R2 Our goal at NYLD is to assist newcomer youth in having a positive settlement experience and becoming engaged citizens of their community. We provide FREE services such as one-on-one sessions, learn and lead workshops, family events, and social activities. Register …
National Youth Week – Newcomer Youth Leadership Development (Ages 14 – 24) Read More »
Presented By: City of Brampton Recreation Time: 6 - 8 pm Location: Susan Fennell Youth Hub Join us for a guided Sunflower painting session where you will have the opportunity to spend some time with your friends and create a take home art piece and enjoy some snacks and refreshments. Materials for the paint night will be provided …
Presented By: Eclypse Youth Centre Time: 6 - 9 pm Location: Chinguacousy Park Ski Chalet (9050 Bramalea Road) Giving youth a space to de-stress, have fun and express themselves through multiple forms of arts and discussion. We will be having real-life conversations, expressing ourselves through painting and drawing and also de-stress through sports and end off with …
National Youth Week – D.A.T. Night (Ages 12 – 24) Read More »
Presented By: Helping Hands Time: 6 - 7 pm Location: Virtual Join us for a night of virtual games and socialization! Our virtual games will include trivia about pop culture and general knowledge. Our social activities will include icebreaker activities to help you get to know your fellow peers and make new friends! Register here.
Drop the kids off with us Friday May 5th 6pm-8pm for a night of pottery painting fun (and 2 free hours to yourself). Kids ages 5+ will be painting a special gift for Mother’s Day, decorating a gift bag, playing games and having a pizza dinner! Fill out a form below to register.
Presented By: Boys and Girls Club Peel Time: 6:30 - 8 pm Location: Virtual This event will incorporate a series of Virtual mini-game board tournaments and challenges for the youth. This is a great team-building exercise to teach the youth good communication skills, critical thinking, and overall good sportsmanship. Register here.
Starting May 6th, participating Cineplex locations across Canada will be showing family movies for just $2.99 per ticket. "Weekend plans for the whole gang just got easier! Our Family Favourites program runs movies every Saturday morning, for only $2.99 +tax," Cineplex said. Cineplex Family Favourites provides a wonderful opportunity for the entire family to enjoy …
The Lego Movie 2: The Second Part – Family Favourites Read More »
We’re thrilled to be getting in on #FreeComicBookDay! Fans can visit us in-store to collect a FREE Black Adam comic book: no purchase necessary!
SAVE THE DATE We are so excited to be the host of this local mini indoor Pop-up Community Market! Hosted by Maker Market Collective Saturday May 6, 2023 at Capital B Cafe • Applewood Village Plaza 1077 North Service Road • Mississauga, ON 9am - 4pm This event Features: Free Admission Shop Amazing Vendors Free …
Do you have a bike that you would like to gift to another rider? The Acton Bethel Bike Exchange would love to offer a safety tune up and bless those in need of a bike. If you have one to offer, contact Shannon at communitylife@actoncrc.com and we will come to pick it up! We will …
Presented By: Toronto and Region Conservation Authority (TRCA) Time: 9:30 am - 12 pm Location: Heart Lake Conservation Park - 10818 Heart Lake Rd, Brampton, ON, L6Z 0B3 Get outside and help maintain a native pollinator garden and learn about the pollinators that might use it! Participants will take part in maintaining pollinator plots at Heart Lake Conservation …
Presented By: Credit Valley Conversation Time: 9:30 am - 12 pm Location: Fred Kline Park – 9445 McLaughlin Road N Celebrate National Youth Week with CVC and Community Climate Council! Meet local youth leaders, staff and neighbours. This is also an opportunity to earn volunteer hours by planting native trees and help collect litter to protect Fletcher’s Creek …
National Youth Week – Fred Kline Park Youth Tree Planting and Clean-Up (Ages 14 – 29) Read More »
Conveniently scheduled one week before Mother's Day; the Acton Spring Market comes to town to usher in warm weather and the anticipation of summer! Join us to explore the wares of over 100 talented local creators! Pick up something for Mom, Grandma, the Wife or just for yourself to celebrate the changing of the season! …
Celebrate May the 4th and bring your young padawans in-store to learn legendary lightsaber moves: kids can engage in lightsaber training sessions to hone their Jedi powers AND get a personalized certificate to certify their Jedi Knight status! AND at select stores*, you can snap pics of your padawans in front of a Star Wars …
Come celebrate our new store opening Saturday May 6th! Join us for live music and free* Classic pastries from 11 AM to 2 PM, followed by face-painting from 2 PM to 4 PM! *Limit of 1 pastry per customer
Presented By: Volunteer MBC Time: 1 - 4 pm Location: Virtual Volunteer MBC's annual Youth Volunteer Expo is where youth will get an opportunity to connect with community leaders, youth-led and youth-serving organizations that are doing incredible work in Peel. You'll learn about the benefits of volunteering and the various ways to get started on your volunteer journey. Volunteer …
National Youth Week – Youth Volunteer Expo (Ages 12 – 18) Read More »
Presented By: Punjabi Community Health Services Time: 1 - 3 pm Location: 50 Sunny Meadow Blvd, Brampton ON, L6R 1Y9 PCHS 4 OUR YOUTH! The Newcomer Youth Program would like youth to join us in the celebration of our YOUTH. This event will focus on youth in the community that have made an impact and we will be …
National Youth Week – National Youth Week Celebration (Ages 13 – 19) Read More »
Celebrate May the 4th and bring your young padawans in-store to learn legendary lightsaber moves: kids can engage in lightsaber training sessions to hone their Jedi powers AND get a personalized certificate to certify their Jedi Knight status! AND at select stores*, you can snap pics of your padawans in front of a Star Wars …
Presented By: Peel GEMS (Girls Empowerment Movement) Time: 1 - 4 pm Location: Virtual Join Peel GEMs, a community organization dedicated to empowering and supporting young people, for an engaging and informative event designed to help you succeed in your professional pursuits. This event is perfect for anyone who is looking to build their skills and gain knowledge …
National Youth Week – Ready, Set, Hired! Stepping into the “Real World” (Ages 14 – 18) Read More »
Presented By: City of Brampton Recreation Time: 1 - 4 pm Location: Save Max Sports Centre The City of Brampton is conducting a recreational youth basketball tournament during National Youth Week! Join us for a few hours of light-hearted competition, team-building, and fun! The tournament is structured to allow an equal number of games, seeding into a final …
National Youth Week – Basketball Tournament (Ages 10 – 17) Read More »
Presented By: City of Brampton Recreation Time: 1 - 4 pm Location: Save Max Sports Centre The City of Brampton is conducting a recreational youth soccer tournament during National Youth Week! Join us for a few hours of light-hearted competition, team-building, and fun! The tournament is structured to allow an equal number of games, seeding into a final …
National Youth Week – Soccer Tournament (Ages 10 – 17) Read More »
Come in-store and make a painting just for mom! You can use our design or make one all your own. This event is free, and all supplies are included.
This event promises to tantalize your taste buds with over fifty delicious variations of poutines. Satisfy your cravings with this classic Canadian dish, and top it all off with a bucket of mini donuts for the ultimate indulgence. Not just for the adults, the event will feature fun activities for the kids including games and …
We’re taking the circus for a walk! Witness the world-renowned furry four-legged cast members performing tail-wagging feats of courage, bone-dropping grand illusions and Labrador-able stunts! Watch as miracles and mayhem unfold all around you. As seen on the 2022 Canada’s Got Talent, this show features acts from African and European circuses, Cirque Du Soleil alumni …
Join Jennifer Neville-Lake for a springtime benefit in memory of Edward Lake. Participate in family fun activities involving gardening, flowers and crafts. Date: Friday, May 12, 2023 (Edward's 50th Birthday) from 4-8pm Location: In the Parking Lot of Chorney Sidhu Injury Lawyers, 2 Automatic Road, Unit 105, Brampton, Ontario L6S 6K9 (Near the intersection of …
Teens join us for a night of painting fun just for you…we’re featuring all things Teeny Tiny! Rainbows, hearts, flowers and so much more! Fill out a form below to register.
Starting May 6th, participating Cineplex locations across Canada will be showing family movies for just $2.99 per ticket. "Weekend plans for the whole gang just got easier! Our Family Favourites program runs movies every Saturday morning, for only $2.99 +tax," Cineplex said. Cineplex Family Favourites provides a wonderful opportunity for the entire family to enjoy …
Mom deserves a celebration as special and unique as they are! Conservation Halton is proud to offer a number of ways to celebrate the mother figure in your life with events and programs set in the beauty of our parks. If Mom’s perfect day includes being outdoors, treat her to Mother’s Day with Mother, Nature (Saturday, …
Dates: Saturday, May 13 Sunday, May 14 Times: Saturday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Boarding: Boarding near Winners All aboard. Visit us on Mother's Day weekend on May 13 and 14 to ride the SWB Train with your mom or mom figure to support a good cause. Each ride …
If you are looking for a fun activity to do with the family, we’ve got a great workshop for kids that will teach them about building. Kids can learn how to build their very own Flower Planter.
Our annual Brampton Fair Spring Craft and Vendor show will take place Saturday May 13, 2023 from 10-4pm Admission is $5 or a donation to the food bank We are accepting vendor applications - applications available here http://bramptonfair.com/craft-and-vendor-show/
Local Artisans & Small Business • Live Entertainment • Food Trucks • Activities for the Little Ones • Tons of fun with your Mama! Come visit us on May 13 for a day of so much fun!
Bring your fave kid in-store for some book-based laughs: we’ll be reading the hilarious How to Teach Your Cat a Trick and Too Many Pigs and One Big Bad Wolf. PLUS: dive into cool activity sheets AND take some sweet stickers!
Mother’s Day Colouring Activity with Starlight Children’s Foundation Canada! This May, celebrate moms and get creative with Toys“R”Us Canada and Starlight Children’s Foundation Canada! Colouring pages will be available in-store made to show mom how much you appreciate her, with crayons provided by Crayola! Post your colouring page on social media to enter weekly $1,000 …
@PeelCrimeStopp will be hosting a car show event on Saturday May 13 at square one north parking lot between the hours of 12 PM and 3 PM. Free admission. @PRPCrimePrev will be there as well. Come by and say hi. See you next week. @PeelPolice #carshow
This year's Police Day will take place on Saturday, May 13, 2023 (rain or shine) from 12:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. at 2485 North Service Road West, Oakville. The afternoon-long celebration of local policing offers visitors an opportunity to learn first-hand about law enforcement through a series of interactive displays and presentations. Opening ceremonies will …
Come on out to the Brampton Rugby Club on Saturday May 13th for a full day of Rugby. From 12-1 kids aged 5-10 are invited to come out and learn about rugby. Following this from 1-2 we will be holding a skills clinic for the high school aged players to continue to develop their skills. …
Mom deserves a celebration as special and unique as they are! Conservation Halton is proud to offer a number of ways to celebrate the mother figure in your life with events and programs set in the beauty of our parks. If Mom’s perfect day includes being outdoors, treat her to Mother’s Day with Mother, Nature (Saturday, …
Dates: Saturday, May 13 Sunday, May 14 Times: Saturday: 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Sunday: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Boarding: Boarding near Winners All aboard. Visit us on Mother's Day weekend on May 13 and 14 to ride the SWB Train with your mom or mom figure to support a good cause. Each ride …
Mother’s Day Colouring Activity with Starlight Children’s Foundation Canada! This May, celebrate moms and get creative with Toys“R”Us Canada and Starlight Children’s Foundation Canada! Colouring pages will be available in-store made to show mom how much you appreciate her, with crayons provided by Crayola! Post your colouring page on social media to enter weekly $1,000 …
Bring your fave kid in-store for some book-based laughs: we’ll be reading the hilarious How to Teach Your Cat a Trick and Too Many Pigs and One Big Bad Wolf. PLUS: dive into cool activity sheets AND take some sweet stickers!
Join us Mother’s Day, Sunday May 14th, for our Mom n’ Me Tea! Spend quality, creative time together with Mom/Grandma, painting pottery and enjoying tea and treats. A $20 deposit is required to secure your spot and will be removed on the day of the event. Please fill out the form below to register and …
Dinner with Marshall, Chase, Skye and Zuma., Rocky and Rubble Every person attending must have a ticket to join the event. Adult and 1 year and under tickets are free (plus a $1 booking fee). Tickets are non-refundable. LOCATION Red Harp, Acton 137 Mill St E, Acton, ON, L7J 1H9 Get your tickets here: https://www.tickettailor.com/events/aaaevents/910697?f#
Come in-store and make a frame with floral for mom! You can use our design or make one all your own. This event is free, and all supplies are included.
Family Friendly pricing was just released on the two PAW Patrol Live! “Heroes Unite” - 6pm shows in Toronto, savings up to 35%! https://www.ticketmaster.ca/paw-patrol.../artist/2734991
Ready to make a 💦SPLASH💦? Come get your video taken at our incredible 360° #TheLittleMermaid Part of Her World experience in Toronto! Celebrate Disney’s newest film by diving under the sea, and take away a magical underwater style video! Find our experience at Vaughan Mills (May 19-21) and Sherway Gardens (May 26-28) during locations’ regular operating hours! …
HELLO MILTON, HALAL TOUR IS BACK 👋 Kicking off the year with our 2nd Annual Halal Food Tour starting at Square One Shopping Centre, we are bringing together 15-17 local food and beverage artisans on a 6 city tour! More information and ticket registration below.
Join us on the long weekend. Bring your families and friends down to Downtownbramptonfooddistrict for LIVE music, food and fun. Friday May 19 and Saturday May 20. 6pm to 10pm . . . . . 27 Main St. N, Brampton
Ready to make a 💦SPLASH💦? Come get your video taken at our incredible 360° #TheLittleMermaid Part of Her World experience in Toronto! Celebrate Disney’s newest film by diving under the sea, and take away a magical underwater style video! Find our experience at Vaughan Mills (May 19-21) and Sherway Gardens (May 26-28) during locations’ regular operating hours! …
Starting May 6th, participating Cineplex locations across Canada will be showing family movies for just $2.99 per ticket. "Weekend plans for the whole gang just got easier! Our Family Favourites program runs movies every Saturday morning, for only $2.99 +tax," Cineplex said. Cineplex Family Favourites provides a wonderful opportunity for the entire family to enjoy …
Puss In Boots: The Last Wish – Family Favourites Read More »
This three-day event is specially designed to cater to children of all ages and promises to be an unforgettable experience. One of the highlights of the festival will be the The SuperDogs Show. This thrilling show features a team of highly skilled and talented dogs who will amaze the audience with their incredible tricks and stunts. …
Street Eats Market will host exciting food festivals including the Mac & Cheese Festival, Fried Chicken Fest, Ice Cream Fest, Poutine Festival, and more. Brand New this year is Eats Theme Park which combines a variety of food festivals together all into one major fun event for foodies! Eats Theme Park combines donut festival, Mac …
Join us on Main Street in Downtown Milton for the 2023 Milton Farmers' Market presented in partnership with Scotiabank.
Experience the thrill of the Lion Dance, an ancient Chinese tradition that symbolizes good luck and fortune. Treat your tastebuds to delicious traditional Chinese food featuring authentic flavours and ingredients. Support a good cause and give back to the community with Trillium Health Partners charity fundraisers. Contact Weidong Gui 647-381-1899 cicsafestival@gmail.com
We will be opening to the public for the 2023 season on Sat. May 20th. The Great War Flying Museum is open to the public Tuesday/Thursday 11am-3pm and Saturday/Sunday/Holidays 11am – 4pm. Admission is by donation.
Gather your young animal fans + join us to check out the cumulative cuteness of the Wiggle Jiggle Dachshund AND the Puppy and Kitty Friendship Pack! Kids will fall in love with these adorable, interactive (and mess-free!) pets.
HELLO MILTON, HALAL TOUR IS BACK 👋 Kicking off the year with our 2nd Annual Halal Food Tour starting at Square One Shopping Centre, we are bringing together 15-17 local food and beverage artisans on a 6 city tour! More information and ticket registration below.
Come in-store and learn about Camp Creatology! This is a hands-off demo, no project to make, but learn everything you need to know about Camp Creatology, our yearly summer camp program where kids can inspire their creativity and make themed projects each week!
