May 23, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Torontonians are invited to welcome and celebrate newcomers at the 10th annual Toronto Newcomer Day in Nathan Phillips Square at City Hall. The festivities include a showcase of cultural performances, a Citizenship ceremony for new Canadians, diverse foods, and much more. Newcomers can meet representatives from local organizations and learn about services that will support their settlement in Toronto.
First proclaimed in 2015, Toronto Newcomer Day is an annual event to welcome and inform newcomers on how to access a range of services, celebrate and showcase their contributions to the city.
Join in the fun with live music, guided tours, interactive activities and more. Registration for some activities opens May 1.
Tours meet at the registration table on Nathan Phillips Square
Start times: 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Join a 30-minute guided tour of City Hall and Nathan Phillips Square.
Meet at the registration table on Nathan Phillips Square
Start times: 10 a.m., 10:45 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Reflect on your culture through music to express yourself, network with your peers and find sanctuary, resilience and strength.
Tours meet at the registration table on Nathan Phillips Square
Start times: 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m., 11 a.m. and 11:30 a.m.
Join a 30-minute walking tour of the neighbourhood surrounding City Hall.
Stage
Noon to 1:30 p.m.
Enjoy live performances by Toronto-based artists.
Meet at the Registration Table on Nathan Phillips Square
Start times: 10 a.m., 10:30 a.m. 11 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 1:30 p.m., 2 p.m. and 2:30 p.m.
Join other participants to create a collaborative art installation reminiscent of constellations.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Spin the wheel to learn facts about your local government.
10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Try a variety of sports at the Play Mobile. Children, youth, families and adults are encouraged to participate.
Nathan Phillips Square
100 Queen St. W.
Parking is available nearby and under the square. Find Green P parking lots available during Toronto Newcomer Day.
Visit TTC.ca to plan your trip to Toronto Newcomer Day.
Travel by GO Train or GO Bus to Union Station, then walk or take TTC to Nathan Phillips Square. Take advantage of GO Weekday Group Passes. Kids aged 12 and under always ride for free.
