October is Circular Economy Month which seeks to educate Canadians on the benefits of establishing a circular economy. The City, in partnership with its Community Reduce & Reuse Program partners, will host in-person events and workshops to highlight ways to reduce waste and move towards a circular economy. Check out the list of events below to get involved.
A workshop dedicated to fixing a desktop and taking it home. Spots are limited. Registration required.
To register, call 416-964-6657 ext. 240.
Time: 3 to 4 p.m.
Location: 240 Wellesley St. E.
Host: The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Share and Reuse
Up to five free pieces of clothing, including some winter wear and Halloween costumes (limited supplies available).
Time: 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
Location: 240 Wellesley St. E.
Host: The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Share and Reuse
Learning the basics of sewing. Spots are limited. Registration required.
To register, call 416-964-6657 ext. 240.
Time: 10 to 11:30 a.m.
Location: 240 Wellesley St. E.
Host: The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Share and Reuse
Repair your clothing under the guidance of our green ambassador and socialize with community members. Spots are limited. Registration required.
To register, call 416-964-6657 ext. 240.
Time: 1 to 3 p.m.
Location: 240 Wellesley St. E.
Host: The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Share and Reuse
A workshop dedicated to baking with “imperfect” fruit from your own garden.
Time: 1 to 5 p.m.
Location: 8 Taber Rd.
Host: Rexdale Community Health Centre
Come join us to learn basic bike maintenance and receive hands-on guidance on essential bike care, tire inflation, chain cleaning and lubrication, brake inspections, safety checks and minor adjustments.
For more information, contact info@gatewaybikehub.org.
Time: Drop-ins are offered twice each day from 10 a.m. to noon and 2 to 5 p.m.
Location: 10 Gateway Blvd.
Host: The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Bike
Bring your worn or torn clothes and get them fixed – for DIY, all skill levels are welcome, no experience needed.
Time: 4 to 5:30 p.m.
Location: 240 Wellesley St. E.
Host: The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Share and Reuse
This workshop will focus on preservation through pickling and jarring your vegetables.
Time: 4 to 7 p.m.
Location: 301-222 Dixon Rd.
Host: Rexdale Community Health Centre
Join us as we kick off Waste Reduction Week and celebrate Circular Economy Month with a fun, hands-on food workshop! Workshops include making apple crumble, traditional Christmas apple salad, and seasonal preserves.
Have homegrown or locally foraged surplus apples? Bring them to share with the community!
Let’s make the most of the harvest, reduce food waste and discover delicious ways to use every apple.
Time: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Location: 4929 Jane St.
Host: FoodShare Urban Harvest
Come learn how to make your own community compost.
Time: 1 to 3 p.m.
Location: 120 Industry St., Unit C
Host: FoodShare Community Composting
This October we are celebrating Circular Economy Month! Join us in celebrating progress and building a circular, resilient future.
Time: 6 to 7 p.m.
Location: 3939 Lawrence Ave. E.
Host: Access Alliance
The event will showcase textile waste reduction initiatives, sewing and upcycling demonstrations, repair and reuse projects, community collaboration and sustainable fashion practices.
Time: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: 1765 Weston Rd.
Hosts: Delta Family Resource Center, Scadding Court, Progress Place and The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Sewing
Participants who successfully complete the program will earn the refurbished bike. Contact to register at info@gatewaybikehub.org.
Time: 1 to 3 p.m.
Location: 10 Gateway Blvd.
Host: The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Bike
CultureLink will be hosting bike repairs at the 17th annual REmarket.
Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: St. Lawrence Market Tent, 125 The Esplanade @ Market St.
Host: CultureLink Bike Hub
This hands-on workshop will help participants learn simple and practical ways to repair, reuse and refresh their clothing. Through easy sewing techniques and creative clothing fixes, participants will discover how to reduce textile waste and extend the life of their favourite garments.
Time: 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Location: 2667 Kipling Ave., B107
Host: Rexdale Women’s Centre
Learn how to clean with some simple hacks using items you can find in your own kitchen.
Time: 1 to 5 p.m.
Location: 8 Taber Rd.
Host: Rexdale Community Health Centre
Free repair event for household electronics, digital and bicycles. Last item taken for fixing at 7:15 p.m.
Time: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m.
Location: 240 Wellesley St. E.
Host: The Neighbourhood Organization (TNO) Share and Reuse
Come to the fall/winter clothing drive.
Time: 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Location: 8 Taber Rd.
Host: Rexdale Community Health Centre