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Located at 765 Queen Street East in Toronto, since 1981 we at RTCC have sought to be the most inclusive area in the East end of the city.
📰 RTCC Update December 10, 2025 📰

Come Together: An RTCC Winter Fundraiser, Riverside Antler Breakfast, SRCPC Holiday Potluck, Riverside Window Wonderland, and More!

🔗https://buff.ly/EUoV1Ca

#CommunityUpdates #CommunityNewsletter #riversideto #TorontoEastEnd #RalphThorntonCommunityCentre #RTCC
December 10, 2025 at 3:22 PM
This Giving Tuesday, we’re asking community to come together to support vital programs and services that help break the cycle of social isolation in the East End! Every contribution, big or small, helps combat social isolation. Donate today! 🔗  buff.ly/3ockWYE
December 2, 2025 at 10:20 PM
🕯️ November 20 marks Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDoR), a day dedicated to honouring the memories and lives of transgender people who have been lost to anti-transgender bigotry and violence.

To attend a local TDoR event near you, check out the attached posters!
November 20, 2025 at 4:40 PM
📰 RTCC Update November 17, 2025 📰

Riverside Holiday Market at RTCC, Insider Toronto: RTCC Spotlight, Riverside Window Wonderland Starts Today, and More!

🔗https://buff.ly/zky99U5

#CommunityUpdates #CommunityNewsletter #riversideto #riversideholidaymarket #RalphThorntonCommunityCentre #RTCC
November 17, 2025 at 9:55 PM
On November 11, we observe Remembrance Day to honour those who served and sacrificed in times of war, conflict and peacekeeping.

The Ralph Thornton Community Centre is closed today; however, we invite you to participate in local ceremonies or watch live events in your community 🔗 buff.ly/9H2KLk3
November 11, 2025 at 12:39 PM
November PA Day at Sky Zone Trampoline Park! Lunch & snacks are provided.

📅 Date: November 14, 2025 
⏰Time: 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM 
⚠️ Registration Deadline:  November 7 at 5:00 PM 
❓ Questions? Contact Lainey at laineyl@ralphthornton.org  
👉Learn more at 🔗 buff.ly/GrpF9j9
November 4, 2025 at 8:00 PM
⚰️ Join Us for a Spooktacular Afternoon at RTCC! 🦇

Drop by the Ralph Thornton Community Centre on Tuesday, October 28, from 3:30 PM – 5:30 PM for a frighteningly fun time! 👻

Explore spooky spaces, enjoy deliciously eerie treats, and dance to kid-friendly beats. 🎃🎶
October 27, 2025 at 12:58 PM
🌟 Thank You to Our Incredible Runners! 🌟

After such an amazing marathon weekend, we want to express our deepest gratitude to each and every one of you who laced up your shoes and hit the pavement for RTCC! 🚶‍♀️ 🚶‍♂️ 🏃‍♀️ 🏃‍♂️

For more photos form the event, visit 🔗https://buff.ly/2n7eDKT
October 21, 2025 at 7:44 PM
📰 RTCC Update October 18, 2025 📰

It’s Here: Charity Challenge Weekend, RTCC’s Howl-o-ween Party, Riverside Halloween Fest, and More! 🏅 🎃 👻🍬

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#CommunityUpdates #CommunityNewsletter #TOwaterfront42K
#chooseTOrun #TCSCharityChallenge #RalphThorntonCommunityCentre #RTCC
October 18, 2025 at 9:26 PM
🍁 Happy Thanksgiving! 🦃

RTCC wishes everyone a peaceful and joyful Thanksgiving.

The Centre is closed today (Monday, October 13) and will reopen tomorrow.

#RalphThorntonCommunityCentre #RTCC #BuildingClosure #HappyThanksgiving
October 13, 2025 at 12:14 PM
Today is Sisters in Spirit Day, a national day to remember Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and Two-Spirit people (MMIWG2S+), honour the lives lost, and support families and survivors by lifting their voices, holding space for healing, and ensuring their loved ones are never forgotten.
October 4, 2025 at 11:01 AM
📰 RTCC Update October 3, 2025 📰

Wishing Team RTCC Good Luck at the TWM, RTCC Mentor Program Volunteer Opportunities, RTCC PA Day Camp, TPL x SRCPC Halloween Dance Party, and More!

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#CommunityUpdates #CommunityNewsletter #TOwaterfront42K
#chooseTOrun #TCSCharityChallenge #RTCC
October 3, 2025 at 4:09 PM
🧡 Today is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. 🧡

This year also commemorates the 10th anniversary of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission's Final Report, of which fewer than 20% of the 94 Calls to Action are complete.

Learn more about the 94 Calls to Action here

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September 30, 2025 at 8:54 PM
🧡 Thank you to everyone who joined us at 955 Queen St. E. today in commemoration of the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation. 🧡

Thank you to our elders, artists, performers, vendors, workshop facilitators, volunteers, community partners, and community members for their participation today. 🧡
September 25, 2025 at 10:18 PM
📰 RTCC Update September 22 📰

🧡 You're invited to Commemorate Truth And Reconciliation with Community, Mentor Program Volunteer Opportunities, Seniors Program Spotlight, and More! 🧡

🔗https://buff.ly/WfMbavP

#CommunityUpdates #CommunityNewsletter #RalphThorntonCommunityCentre #RTCC
September 22, 2025 at 11:41 PM
🫒 Today marks the 44th International Day of Peace. 🫒

The theme, “Act Now for a Peaceful World”, emphasizes that peace requires collective action. 🕊️ 🌎

Learn how you can contribute by exploring these links:

Day of ☮️ 🔗 buff.ly/m8iUB5p 
Peacebuilding 🔗 buff.ly/LlF4et8
🔟 Actions 🔗 buff.ly/6cZx0eX
September 21, 2025 at 11:00 AM
Join us (RTCC x SRCHC) on Thursday, Sept. 25, from 1–4 PM, at 955 Queen St. E to commemorate the National Day for Truth & Reconciliation with the community! 🧡

Enjoy a delicious Indigenous meal, marketplace, and more!
🔗https://buff.ly/H2nwoa7
September 12, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Thank you to the fantastic crew at Duke's Refresher + Bar Riverside! 🎉

For the second consecutive year, the Duke's Riverside Team has supported our Summer Fundraiser, enabling children from low-income families to experience exciting adventures at RTCC's Riverdale Adventure Camp.⛺

Thanks Duke's! 💜
September 9, 2025 at 9:15 PM
📰 RTCC Update September 8, 2025 📰

✨ Thank You From RAC, Last Call to Register for TWM 5K, Mentor Program Volunteer Opportunities, Newcomer Women's Services Toronto Events, and More!
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#CommunityUpdates #CommunityNewsletter #UpcomingEvents #RalphThorntonCommunityCentre #RTCC #RAC
September 8, 2025 at 10:43 PM
📣 Drop-in Seniors Yoga has moved to the 2nd floor Riverdale Auditorium 📣

🧘‍♂️ Class will continue to start at 9:00 AM and will be held in the Riverdale Auditorium for the foreseeable future.

🧘‍♀️ To learn more about the Drop-in Seniors Yoga Program, visit
🔗 buff.ly/0jNy4CS.

#SeniorsYoga #Free
September 8, 2025 at 10:00 AM
Join us from 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM on Friday, September 26 for a day full of mad science fun with breakfast for lunch and snacks provided!

Spaces are limited and the registration deadline is September 19!⚠️
✍️ Register now!
🔗 buff.ly/kCcjDIT

✉️ Contact Lainey at laineyl@ralphthornton.org for more info.
September 4, 2025 at 6:00 PM
🥳 Happy Labour Day! 🎉

The Ralph Thornton Community Centre will be closed today for Labour Day.

RTCC will be back open for our regular hours of operations on Tuesday, September 2.
September 1, 2025 at 11:01 AM
Today is International Overdose Awareness Day—a solemn reminder of the lives lost and the urgent need for collective action. By raising awareness, reducing stigma, and improving access to care, we can save lives.

For local overdose & prevention response resources visit 🔗 buff.ly/dO9nbkC
August 31, 2025 at 11:00 AM
RTCC Update August 25, 2025 - us12.campaign-archive.com?e=1426de752e... | RAC Fundraiser Update, Summer Mentor Program Wrap-up, Labour Day Closure, TPL English Conversation Circle, Caribbean Street Food Festival, and More!
August 25, 2025 at 9:37 PM
The Annual Rivertowne Summer BBQ is TOMORROW from 1-7 pm at Joel Weeks Park (10 Thompson St.). 🌭🍔

Don't miss this fun day with community packed with: FREE BBQ eats, DJ beats, kids & youth activities, sports tournaments, a pop-up barbershop, awesome giveaways and more! We hope to see you there! 🥳
August 22, 2025 at 11:38 PM