Silayan Community Centre Bulletin

SCC Senior's Christmas Party December 04

2011-01-04T17:37:00.012-05:00

Mr. Tony Neil celebrating his birthday with SCC members. It's always good to see SCC president partying with members The good thing about potluck, you almost always end up with a take-home

SCC Christmas Party December 04

2011-01-04T17:19:00.006-05:00

SCC's seniors celebrated it's Christmas Party at Silayan Community Centre on December 04, 2010. It was also a surprise birthday celebration for Mr. Tony Neil, one of the most loved SCC members.There were around 50 SCC senior members who came with their families.

Halloween Party: An intergeneration event

2010-12-31T21:52:00.002-05:00

Newcomers in Canada

2010-12-31T20:39:00.007-05:00

SCC welcomes Newcomers to a Christmas get-together in Silayan Community Centre on December 17, 2010. Around 40 Newcomers composed of families from Nepal, India, Mongolia and the Philippines enjoy sharing their experiences and ideas about their lives and work in a new country. All of them are looking forward to another gathering of small talks to increase their social network and to fight boredom

Newcomers in Canada

2010-12-31T20:32:00.002-05:00

2010-12-31T17:01:00.001-05:00

SCC Acquaintance Party: August 21, 2010

2010-08-28T00:34:00.002-05:00

A successful Silayan Community Centre's 1st. "Acquaintance Party" was attended by previous and new friends of SCC on Saturday, August 21, 2010, held at 20 West Lodge Ave. (Robinson Apartments) , This year's dinner and dance brought together supporters, guests, the new board, volunteers and invited community partners. It was a chance for SCC to renew ties with members of the Filipino community and

Visit to Martyr's Shrine & Summer Picnic

2009-07-14T22:26:00.001-05:00

Silayan Community Centre Visit to Martyr’s Shrine (Midland) and Summer Picnic Saturday, August 22, 2009 Meeting at Food Basics Parking Lot Time: 9 AM Cost: $18.00/person – (Bottled Water included) For Reservation, please call Silayan Community Centre at 416-926-9505 by August 17, 2009 (ask for Sophia, Albert or Tess) Immigration/Diversity Reporter

Announcement

2008-09-17T10:15:00.005-05:00

Dear friends of SCC,We are currently in the process of reorganizing to serve the community better. Our Strategic Planning Working group with guidance from Management Advisory Service (MAS) recently met to discuss and plan for SCC's direction. As a result, during the next couple of months, there will be some adjustments made to SCC's operations and programming. We will communicate further

Share your expertise

2008-09-15T23:53:00.002-05:00

Wanted: New Board of Directors SCC is now recruiting additional volunteer members for its board of directors and presiding committees. Our goal is to maintain a community-based, working board and committee structure. Preference will be given to candidates who live or work within our service area and catchments and possess knowledge in diversity and equity standards with an

In memory of Alicia Agpoon-Raynor

2008-05-26T11:49:00.023-05:00

Alice pictured here, third standing from left. It is with great sadness to inform youthat our dear colleague and friendAlicia Agpoon-Raynor had succumbed from her illnessand passed away onSaturday May 24, 2008.Alice, had served on the SCC board since September 2006 and previously held the position of Vice-President of Administration. A trained social worker in the Philippines and a government

2008-01-15T16:35:00.001-05:00

PLEASE DISSEMINATE WIDELY. INVITE LEADERS AND INTERESTED MEMBERS OF COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS. ................................................................ Community Alliance for Social Justice invites you to A COMMUNITY LEADERS' TRAINING WORKSHOP Sunday, January 20, 2008 12 noon to 5:00PM OPSEU Region 5 Membership Hall 31 Wellesley St. East, Toronto With guest Arnold Minors

Public Legal Education Workshops [Oct. - Nov.]

2007-10-10T11:31:00.001-05:00

Public Legal Education Workshopspresented by Neighbourhood Legal Services333 Queen St. E. Toronto, ON M5A 1S9T: 416.861.0677 F: 416.861.1777Note: schedule may change due to participation and demand. Sign up today!Please contact Carmen Subibi at 416.926.9505 to confirm you attendance. Format: 1 hour including Q & ATopics include: immigration law, family/domestic violence law, criminal lawTentative

SCC Announcement [postponed until October 20th]

2007-10-04T11:44:00.001-05:00

Leadership and Skills Development ProgramLevel 1***********************************************************************************Ideal for live-in caregivers, students and seniors. Please call the office and sign up today!This is a 10-week bi-weekly course. Each class is two hours longFee: $66.00 with $6.00 to be returned for each class successfully attended in recognition of the commitment of

October 20, 2007 AWARE Reunion

2007-09-29T09:12:00.001-05:00

In 1989, Florchita “Chit” Bautista, along with like-minded Filipinos doing work among migrants, established AWARE, a volunteer endeavour to reach out to Filipino domestic workers who came to Canada under the Foreign Domestic Movement Program (now the Live-In Caregiver Program). AWARE undertook educational and supportive workshops to facilitate adjustment to life in Canada and to inform the

2007 AGM

2007-09-28T13:12:00.001-05:00

Dear board members, staff, volunteers and community partners. It's time for SCC's Annual General Meeting!Please call our office for more details.Thank you for your continued support.[Please click on flyer to enlarge]

Summer activities 2007

2007-09-20T18:30:00.002-05:00

A day at Wonderland! This was part of the Youth Leadership Initiative designed by our summer students (Vida, Kurt, Marq, Andy, Sheena and Michelle). Participants ranged in age from 12-18 years old. Carmen our new Centre Coordinator also took part.They're just resting.... they're ready for more rides!!!************************************************************************************ Thank you

SCC Fall Workshop

2007-09-05T20:53:00.001-05:00

Do you want to know how the youngand the 'young at heart'can have fun working together? You are invited to anafternoon ofvideo, fun and games! Welcome to... The Benefits of Inter-Generation Information Session Presented byToronto

SCC Potluck Picnic, July 28, 2007

2007-08-04T18:51:00.001-05:00

SCC held another successful informational workshop through HRSDC-funded 'Reaching Out, Moving Forward' Senior's program. Attendees included representatives of St. Jamestown's multi-ethnic and multi-generational community. Everyone learned alot from the informational potluck picnic! Topics included retirement, pensions, employment, required forms, passport, birth/death registration and more

July 21 Rummage Sale

2007-07-29T08:24:00.001-05:00

A great day for a RUMMAGE SALE!Held at the St. Simon The Apostle Church, SCC staff and volunteers managed to raise up to $400 during a beautiful Saturday afterrnoon. we're open for business! smiles are free : ) lots of neat stuffwelcome! Is this my size? * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *Hope to see you again next year!* * * * * * * * *

Community Announcement

2007-07-17T19:55:00.001-05:00

Are you a live-in caregiver and have legal questions? Do you need answers to legal questions about immigration, labour standards, and legal aid? Register for a Free Legal Clinicat the Harbourfront Community Centreand have a one-on-one consultation with a lawyer. When: Saturday, August 11, 2007 Time: 1:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m. Location: Medium Assembly Room

Inter-Generational Outing Summer 2007

2007-07-08T13:06:00.001-05:00

Saturday, June 30, 2007.Some pictures fromthe InterGenerational Workshopheld on Ward's Island.Ferry ride to Ward's IslandSome of our summer students and a volunteer.Group shot on Ward's Island. Workshop topic : Income Benefits for Seniors.SCC would like to thankthe students,senior participants,organizers, facilitator(s)and volunteers for makingthis event a successful one![Pictures: courtesy of

Immigration Consultants

2007-06-19T13:28:00.001-05:00

Every newcomer should know the difference between legitimate immigration consultants and scam aritists. Unfortunately, there are some unscrupulous businesses posing as lawyers and immigration consultants who take advantage of newcomers and end up taking their money.The Toronto Star recently featured an article titled (click on the link) Lost in Migration.It's a 3-part investigative report to

SCC Updates

2007-06-03T14:07:00.001-05:00

SCC Summer 2007 BulletinUp-coming Community Events & ActivitiesJuly 16 – Saturday, SCC Inter-Generational Community Picnic, come join us at Ashbridges Bay Park (at the foot of Coxwell & Woodbine, Boardwalk)July 21 - RUMMAGE SALE! A fundraising event to be held Saturday at St. Simon the Apostle church located at 525 Bloor Street East near Sherbourne subway. Everyone is invited to donate your

Summer 2007

2007-05-30T12:14:00.001-05:00

************************************************************************************* HarbourFront Centre World Routes 2007 Treat yourself to the vibrant and colourful culture of the Philippines in this jam-packed festival. Rub shoulders with TV celebrities, see latino and ballroom dance, full-length Filipino films premieres and theatrical presentations. Palabunyan Kulintang

Funding For Programs

2007-05-29T22:35:00.000-05:00

SCC would like to acknowledge our funders for their financial support. Many specialized programs for seniors, women, youth and newcomers were realized with the assistance from social service organizations and all levels of government. SCC will continue to provide services to the growing and diverse population within our catchment area of St. James Town and surrounding areas.For more information

SCC incorporation

2007-05-29T12:17:00.000-05:00

The Province of Ontario approved the SILAYAN FILIPINO COMMUNITY CENTRE ACT, 1990 to revive the centre as a charitable organization.Excerpt from Legislative Assembly minutes:Motion agreed to. SILAYAN FILIPINO COMMUNITY CENTRE ACT, 1990 Mr Velshi moved first reading of Bill Pr72, An Act to revive Silayan Filipino Community Centre. Motion agreed to.

SCC MEMO: Become a volunteer

2007-05-27T10:36:00.000-05:00

Volunteer Term of reference Purpose: Silayan Community Centre (SCC) recognizes that without volunteers, SCC would not be able to continue providing programs and activities for its members and community partners. SCC is committed to providing an avenue for the volunteers to develop their skills through SCC’s programs. This will serve as a general guideline for all volunteer positions. There is a

Help Support SCC Programs

2007-05-27T06:12:00.001-05:00

YES! I would like to supportSilayan in any way I can…Cheque or money order enclosed:Annual Membership [$10] Donation $ [Upon request, income tax receipts will be issued for donations over $20.]Pledge $ Type in the following information:NameAgency/OrganizationAddressCityProvincePostal CodeTelephoneEmailNote: Please do not send cash by mail.Please print this page and

SCC MEMO: Now recruiting new board members

2007-05-27T05:49:00.001-05:00

Welcome SCC friends!

2007-05-26T17:55:00.000-05:00

Message Dear visitor,Due to a lack of funds, Silayan Community Centre (SCC) was unable to maintain a proper website. Thanks to eBlogger/blogspot, our non-profit organization is able to provide this site as a means to communicate information to our supporters, friends and allies.Here you will find useful information about our organization, community events and other related topics of interest. We