SEPTEMBER 2014 — TIGP NEWSLETTER

S N O I T C E N N O C Y T I N U M M CO

NEW LOOK We are pleased to announce our website has been updated. Please explore our programs and services by visiting us at—www.tigp.org Appreciation is extended to our Associate Board Member, Josh Mann, for his endless volunteer hours and support in designing our new website.

TIGP IS GOING GREEN We are starting to “Go Green” in an effort to reduce paper and operating costs. If you would like to receive our periodic mailings electronically please register through our website— www.tigp.org—”Sign Up for our Newsletter”. Thank you for considering this opportunity!

Our 2014 Annual Report can be found on our website— www.tigp.org—About Us—Annual Reports

Bringing Generations and Communities Together since 1983 Toronto Intergenerational Partnerships in Community (TIGP)

Phone:

(416) 531-8447

Danforth Collegiate and Technical Institute

Fax:

(416) 531-7337

800 Greenwood Avenue, Room A36

E-mail:

[email protected]

Toronto, Ontario M4J 4B7

Website: www.tigp.org

TIGP— SPECIAL EVENTS at a glance September 2, 2014

MONARCH PARK COLLEGIATE—CYBERSPACE REGISTRATION STARTS Don’t be disappointed, register early to learn how to use computers and the Internet with individualized support from youth volunteers. Program takes place on Tuesdays between 11:30 a.m.—12:30 p.m. Space is limited to 15 participants.

October 2, 2014

VOLUNTEER “WELCOME BACK” SOCIAL Everyone is welcome to join us from 4:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m. in the Recreation Room at Greenwood Towers, 145 Strathmore Blvd. Great opportunity to reestablish your volunteer position and explore new community opportunities!

October 28 & 29, 2014

COMMUNITY SERVICE VOLUNTEER INFORMATION FAIRS Book a complimentary table to promote your youth volunteer opportunities and network with other community agencies. See page 4 for details.

December 4, 2014

14th ANNUAL FESTIVE “POT LUCK” SOCIAL LUNCHEON Time: 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m.— Location: Greenwood Towers, 145 Strathmore Blvd. - Seating is limited to 80 guests so please register early!

December 11, 2014

RAFFLE TICKET DRAW Great selection of prizes. Draw will be held at 12:00 p.m. in the Recreation Room at Greenwood Towers. You do not need to be present to win!

December 11, 2014

YOU177 NETWORKING EVENT See details—page 6

April 6—10, 2015

NATIONAL VOLUNTEER WEEK CELEBRATIONS Community celebrations will be taking place at our program locations to recognize the contributions of our volunteers who generously donate their time and talents to help us build vibrant communities.

Thursday, April 30, 2015

TEMPTATIONS—Evening of Live and Silent Auctions and More! 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. at Greenwood Towers, 145 Strathmore Blvd. Advance admission tickets required—cost $10 per person, includes dinner.

Monday, June 1, 2015

INTERGENERATIONAL DAY CANADA—EVENTS IN TORONTO Save the day and celebrate with TIGP! We will be posting event locations and suggestions for celebrating the day on our website in 2015.

Thursday, June 4, 2015

29TH ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND VOLUNTEER/PARTNER RECOGNITION 4:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. at Greenwood Towers, 145 Strathmore Blvd. Light dinner will be served. Please RSVP as space is limited to 80 guests.

WE LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU AT OUR UPCOMING SPECIAL EVENTS! Please note space is limited so register early. For information and to RSVP please call or email Diana at (416) 531-8447 ext. 2 – [email protected]

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TIGP NEWSLETTER—SEPTEMBER 2014

INTERGENERATIONAL DAY CANADA—INAUGURAL EVENTS IN TORONTO—JUNE 1, 2014 Strengthening cross-generational community relationships was the focus for the inaugural “Intergenerational Day Canada” events in Toronto, with sharing of stories from the past and present, developing new friendships and collectively creating dreams for the future. Our community partners and youth volunteers from Danforth Collegiate and Technical Institute and Riverdale Collegiate Institute Intergenerational Clubs supported the Toronto special events. Comments from guests were extremely positive, with many guests expressing an interest in joining us again next year. We were extremely pleased that the City of Toronto proclaimed the day . We are also pleased to inform you that the Toronto District School Board proclaimed that “this year and every year following, June 1st be proclaimed Intergenerational Day Canada within the Toronto District School Board”. Winning entries and honourable mentions for the “Tell Us Your Story” contest can be found on our website— www.tigp.org—Special Events—Intergenerational Day—IG Day Stories. Plans are underway for our 2nd Annual Intergenerational Day Canada events being held on June 1, 2015. For more information please call or email Sue at (416) 531-8447 ext. 1—[email protected]

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OCTOBER IS OUR ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DRIVE Membership has its advantages. All TIGP members are entitled to vote at our Annual General Meetings and TIGP members also receive our periodic mailings and invitations to special events. Although there is no cost to becoming a TIGP member, we do appreciate your donation as funds raised through our annual membership drive help us to support programs for children, youth and seniors. Are you a member of TIGP? If not, please consider becoming a member. If you are already a member of TIGP, please invite your friends and family members to become a member of TIGP to show their support for intergenerational programs across Toronto. Please complete and return the attached membership form today! Winter is just around the corner. Do you need help with raking leaves, snow shoveling or light household chores? Our Seniors Assistance Home Maintenance (SAHM) program can match you with a youth or adult worker. Hourly rates are – youth $12 an hour and adults $15 an hour. Note that this is not an emergency service, please register early! For more information and to register for the Seniors Assistance Home Maintenance Program please call or email Derek at (416) 531-8447 ext. 3 - [email protected] REMINDER TO ALL OF OUR COMMUNITY PARTNERS There is still time to register for a display table at the upcoming Community Service Volunteer Information Fairs being held at Monarch Park Collegiate (October 28th) and Danforth Collegiate and Technical Institute (October 29th). These events provide access to youth who require their community service volunteer credits and an opportunity to network with other organizations. To book your complimentary table please call or email Diana at (416) 531-8447 ext. 2 - [email protected].

R A F F L E T I C K E T S A R E N OW AVA I L A B L E ! 1st Prize—$500 CASH 2nd Prize—Sony Bravia 32” Television, Value $370 3rd Prize—Apple Ipad Mini 7.5”, Value $361 4th Prize—T-Fal Actifry Kitchen Appliance, Value $350 5th Prize—$200 CASH TICKETS ARE $5.00 EACH OR 3 FOR $10.00 

Draw will be held at 12:00 p.m. on Thursday, December 11, 2014 in the Recreation Room at Greenwood Towers, 145 Strathmore Blvd.

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You do not need to be present at the draw to win. To purchase your tickets please call or email Diana at (416) 531-8447 ext. 2—[email protected] ALL PROCEEDS SUPPORT TIGP’S INTERGENERATIONAL VOLUNTEER PROGRAMS. 4

Temptations 2015 DATE:

Thursday, April 30, 2015

TIME:

5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. A delicious light dinner, prepared and served by youth in the Hospitality Course at Danforth Collegiate, will be available from 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

LOCATION: Greenwood Towers, Recreation Room 145 Strathmore Blvd. Toronto M4J 4Y9

AN EVENTING OF FOOD, FRIENDS AND FUN A fundraiser in support of Intergenerational Programs for Children, Youth and Seniors Hosted by: Toronto Intergenerational Partnerships in Community (TIGP)

ADMISSION TICKETS $10 EACH Includes dinner and door prize ticket.

HIGHLIGHTS OF TEMPTATION

To purchase your ticket or to donate an item please call or email Sue at (416) 531-8447 ext. 1—[email protected]

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Featuring The GWood Band—www.gwoodband.com AUCTION PAYMENT TERMS: By cash, by cheque or by Visa

SILENT AND LIVE AUCTIONS TEMPTING DRAW AND CANDY BAR 5

TIGP NEWSLETTER—SEPTEMBER 2014

“ YO U 1 7 7 ” C o n n e c t s G r e e n wo o d Tow e r s & S o l e

Students from the Toronto District School Board, School of Life Experience (SOLE), connected with neighbouring seniors at Greenwood Towers as part of our New Horizons for Seniors YOU177 Project. The social visits provided an opportunity for the students to learn about the life experiences of their senior partners through getting to know you and interviewing activities. Together, the students and seniors shared their dreams and legacies for making their community and world a better place for all.

YOU177 NETWORKING EVENT DATE:

Thursday, December 11, 2014

TIME:

4:00 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

LOCATION:

Recreation Room—Greenwood Towers, 145 Strathmore Blvd., Toronto M4J 4Y9

Seniors and youth involved in the YOU177 projects at Greenwood Towers, East York Acres, Emerald Isle Seniors Society, Glenyan Manor and Winchester Square are invited to attend our YOU177 Networking Event to share stories and learn about the communities who participated in this project. For information and to register for the event please call Diana at (416) 531-8447 ext. 2. DID YOU KNOW … TIGP is a registered non-profit charity. Though TIGP is not currently a United Way agency you can redirect your United Way contributions in the name of Toronto Intergenerational Partnerships to support intergenerational programs that benefit marginalized children, youth and seniors across Toronto. 6