Charity Groups Toronto

Avengers’ Saturday Cafe for the Homeless

Note: You may be removed from the attendance list if you've participated in the previous week's event. This allows for more people to experience this Meetup. Avengers put your costumes on and let’s go and save the world!
Well we can’t save the world (yet), but we aim to try to play a small part in the lives of those experiencing homelessness by making their day a bit better!
Description: Before the event the organizer will post a list in the comment section of the attendees and what they are responsible to bring (food/drink, kitchen supplies, cleaning supplies). We normally ask each attending member to bring approximately $15-20 worth of ingredients/supplies to our event. We will use the items to prepare and serve food/drink at The Meeting Place.
Timeline: We will meet on location at 11:00 am, with lunch served between 12:30-1:00 pm.
Membership Dues: Membership dues are $2.00 for the calendar year. Membership dues go towards paying for food/supplies incurred by no-shows. Membership dues are due at the first meetup of the year that you attend.
No Shows/Late Un-RSVP: We’re relying on members who RSVP to bring key ingredients for recipes! Please try your best to show-up or alternatively change your RSVP early so another member may fill the empty spot.
\*\*\* If you are on the waitlist, keep checking as you may be moved into attendance to replace someone. We will try to message you to confirm your attendance in advance.
Donations will be assigned before the event.

Community Meal Service at Good Shepherd (Toronto)

✨ **Community Meal Service at Good Shepherd** We're heading back to Good Shepherd to serve meals for people experiencing homelessness and those at risk. Last time we served meals, chopped veggies, made sandwiches, and helped prep pasta. **Only 6 spots!** **How to sign up** 1. **Create your Toronto Joy free account**. It's one-time only and takes about 2 minutes. We ask for an emergency contact and a safety agreement so everyone is looked after. [https://torontojoy.org/register/](https://torontojoy.org/register/) 2. **Go to the event page**, look for November 14 Good Shepherd, and click "Register." [https://torontojoy.org/event/community-meal-service-at-good-shepherd-toronto-4/](https://torontojoy.org/event/community-meal-service-at-good-shepherd-toronto-4/) Already have an account? Skip to step 2. ***Only people registered on our website can reserve a spot.* We share the event on various platforms, so sign-ups occur on the website.** If you sign up, please plan to attend. Good Shepherd counts on our numbers. **When you arrive** Check in at Reception. Staff will take you to the volunteer room, where you can leave your things in a locker and meet the group. **Good to know** ✦ Closed-toe shoes required ✦ Tie back long hair; keep jewelry minimal ✦ Water is available; just ask Reception ✦ Can't make it? Message me as soon as you can 🙏 Full guidelines on what to wear and safety: [https://docs.google.com/document/d/1piAyloECv9YUDkPJuoJBdCmh3x8n1un1rGvJSFIkbs4/edit?usp=sharing](https://docs.google.com/document/d/1piAyloECv9YUDkPJuoJBdCmh3x8n1un1rGvJSFIkbs4/edit?usp=sharing) Grateful to serve alongside you. Amar and Team

Mandarin-English Exchange

Hello Everybody! 【College Park food court is closed again, so we change the location to the food court in Brookfield Place（181 Bay St., Toronto, ON）, near the Union Station.】 I am helping organize a mandarin-english language exchange downtown. If you want to improve your Mandarin/English, feel free to come by downtown and meet others to practise your language. There will be native Mandarin and English speakers to help you! Or you can share your language skills with others! Every Saturday 3:00pm-5:00pm Brookfield Place Food Court（181 Bay St., Toronto, ON） [ Please find a table with "meetup" label (like the Featured photo).] [ Usually in front of the Longo's supermarket] —————————————— 大家好： 【College Park的food court又给封了，所以我们把活动地点换到了 Brookfield Place的food court （181 Bay St., Toronto, ON），靠近Union Station。】 我正在组织一场中英文交流活动。如果你想提高你的普通话或者英语，那就快来参加吧！你可以在这里认识很多母语为普通话或者英语的新朋友！他们都非常乐于帮你提高你的中英文表达能力！也欢迎你同我们一起分享你的语言技巧! 谢谢! 每周六 3:00pm-5:00pm Brookfield Place Food Court（181 Bay St., Toronto, ON） 【请找到一张桌子，桌上有张纸，写着“Meetup”。】 【位置通常会在longo's超市前面】 ———————————————— 大家好： 【College Park的food court又給封了，所以我們把活動地點換到了Brookfield Place的food court （181 Bay St., Toronto, ON），靠近Union Station。】 我正在組織一場中英文交流活動。如果你想提高你的國語或者英語，那就快來參加吧！你可以在這裡認識很多母語為國語或者英語的新朋友！他們都非常樂於幫你提高你的中英文表達能力！也歡迎你同我們一起分享你的語言技巧！ 謝謝! 每週六 3:00pm-5:00pm Brookfield Place Food Court（181 Bay St., Toronto, ON） 【請找到一張桌子，桌上有張紙，寫著“Meetup”】 【位置通常會在longo's超市前面】

60% off | THE CUT @ Meridian Arts Centre | $35 all in

Join us for **The Cut**, a gripping and thought-provoking drama about an expectant couple whose disagreement over a deeply personal decision for their unborn child sparks a powerful confrontation over faith, identity, love and the challenges of building a future together when fundamental beliefs collide. After the play, there will be an interesting 20-minute talkback! ***Our group will save nearly 60% off the regular price! We'll be seated in Tier 2 Rows L to R @ $35 all fees included (regular $81.35 all in).*** ***CLICK ON "Read More" BELOW FOR FULL DETAILS.*** **The Show:** As Sarah and Drew prepare their nursery for the arrival of their first child, what should be a joyful time of anticipation takes an unexpected turn. A seemingly simple conversation exposes long-buried tensions, unspoken regrets and the profound differences in their upbringings. As emotions intensify and deeply held convictions are challenged, the couple must confront difficult questions about family traditions, personal choices and the compromises required to sustain a relationship. Set entirely within the intimate confines of their baby's nursery, *The Cut* explores what happens when two people who love each other discover that love alone may not be enough to bridge their differences. [More information](https://hgjewishtheatre.com/2026-2027-The-Cut.html). *** **OUR DISCOUNT TICKETS** **Group Tickets:** * **$35 including HST and service fee** (regular $81.35 with HST and service fees) ***No Meetup Fee*** *** **HOW TO PAY** 1\. Sign up on this event page 2\. Send an email to **belindameetup@gmail.com** to request the payment instructions 3\. Specify you are inquiring about **THE CUT** 4\. Include the name you use on this Thumbs Up Theatre website 5\. Belinda will email you the payment instructions 6\. IMPORTANT: If you don't receive the instructions in your inbox\, check your junk box in case it has gone Pick up your ticket(s) from Belinda at the meetup spot on the day of performance. \*\*\* **OVERVIEW** **When:** Wednesday, November 11, 2026 **Time:** Play starts at 7:30 p.m. Meet Belinda between 6:45 p.m. and 7 p.m. **Where:** Miriam Green Theatre, Meridian Arts Centre, 5040 Yonge Street, North York, ON **Show Length:** 75 minutes with no intermission + 20-minute post-show talkback *** **ACCESSIBILITY** Tier 2 is not accessible for wheelchairs or walkers. If you require accessible seating in Tier 1, please let Belinda know so she can check on availability. *** **MEETUP ARRANGEMENTS** Meet Belinda any time between 6:45 p.m. and 7 p.m. inside the first set of doors at the main entrance to the theatre. Belinda will be standing on the left side as you enter. She is very short and will be wearing a bright pink hat and bright pink glasses. Cell # (416) 879-7575 (text/call) for use on the day / time of performance ONLY. **PLEASE NOTE OUR ZERO-TOLERANCE [CELLPHONE POLICY](https://www.meetup.com/thumbs-up-theatre-toronto/events/243426512/)**

Play Gateway Strategy Board Games for Charity

OM Chanting (indoor)

Welcome ! OM Chanting is a group practice that has multiple benefits, including calming the mind, feeling relaxed, activating one's self-healing potential. OM Chanting''s powerful vibration contributes to send Peace . A participation of 5$ minimum is strongly encouraged to sustain the rent of the studio . \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- EVENT DETAILS: address: 283 Spadina Avenue; 3rd floor. ( SE corner of Spadina and Dundas). We will start at 6:30 pm. Please plan to arrive 5-10 minutes earlier. We will be sitting on chairs; you can also sit on the floor if you prefer. You are encouraged to bring a bottle of water. Looking forward to seeing you ! For more information about Om Chanting, please visit: [https://bhaktimarga.org/yoga-meditation/](https://bhaktimarga.org/yoga-meditation/) Much Love, Veda Cell: 416-845-9375

The Wilderness Brothers (Sudbury)

Contact Alex for location and information.

Film Premiere: Big Ag’s Hidden Influence on Canada’s Food System

Join Animal Justice for the premiere of two original short films that investigate how farm industry lobbyists and front groups manipulate public opinion and control animal welfare standards on farms. **The Films:** **How Big Ag Is Keeping Canada 30 Years Behind** Runtime: 20 minutes Who sets animal welfare standards on farms? Discover how the National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC)—an industry-dominated body—controls how farmed animals are treated, and why its secretive role deserves closer scrutiny. **When the Truth Becomes a PR Problem: The Rise of Agricultural Front Groups** Runtime: 33 minutes Explore how agricultural front groups copied tactics from Big Tobacco and Big Oil to manipulate public opinion and protect farm industry profits. **What to Expect:** ● Watch both short documentaries ● Enjoy a welcoming space for all, with light refreshments ● Take part in a facilitated discussion and share your questions and perspectives ● Connect with others interested in animals, food, and corporate influence Bring a friend (or two or three!), watch, and help spread the word. We hope to see you there!

Practical Philosophy Social!

Get to know your fellow hikers more intimately with a night of Practical Philosophy. In partnership with the Practical Philosophy Meetup I thought it would be a fun a social ! **How does it work?** We select a topic like monogomy vs pologomy and in groups of 6-8 with a moderator (so conservations are respectful) ten questions are asked and everyone has a chance to give their take on the subject. Get to know your fellow hikers on a deeper level! You may be surprised! **Opposing views are of course welcome!** Location to be determined!

Evening Social in Kensington Market

More Than Mere Reliance: An Account of Corporate Trust & Distrust

Philosophers have studied interpersonal trust in depth but have said much less about trust in groups. Corporations, as a subset of groups, have received even less attention as objects of trust. Any account of corporate trust must first reckon with Katherine Hawley’s (2017) sceptical challenge. Hawley argues that the distinction between **morally rich trust** and mere **reliance**, though central to accounts of interpersonal trust, can be abandoned for groups at little theoretical cost. Against Hawley, I argue that abandoning the trust–reliance distinction in corporate contexts is theoretically costly. Hawley suggests that resentment towards a group can be redirected either to its members or to broader unjust social structures. But such redirection overlooks how corporations make, maintain, and break commitments through their own organizational structures. I then ask what follows from a minimalist stance on rational corporate agency, where corporations can make commitments in their own name and be answerable for keeping or breaking commitments. Given this stance, our relations with corporations would extend into moral territory beyond mere reliance. On the account of corporate trust I propose, morally significant trust is not uniquely interpersonal, but includes trust grounded in corporate commitments as a distinct form. Further, when a corporation cultivates our reliance, makes exit costly, and opportunistically breaks its commitments, betrayal and distrust (rather than mere non-reliance) are *fitting*. I end by drawing out some of the theoretical and pragmatic benefits of my account for future work on corporate trust and distrust. Sareh Pouryousefi https://www.torontomu.ca/tedrogersschool/business-management/majors/law-and-business/faculty/sareh-pouryousefi/ Associate Professor, Toronto Metropolitan University Visiting Professor, University of Toronto's Centre for Ethics **About the Speaker:** Dr. Pouryousefi's research focuses on the normative foundations of business ethics and her current work is on trust and trustworthiness. Her articles have appeared in such journals as *Business Ethics Quarterly*, *Journal of Business Ethics, Philosophical Studies*, *Utilitas*, and *Inquiry*. She was the recipient of TRSM Research Recognition Awards in 2022 and 2025. Dr. Pouryousefi serves on the Editorial Review Board of *Business Ethics Quarterly* and is a co-editor of its Special Issue on Normativity in Business Ethics and Beyond. Dr. Pouryousefi has taught courses in business ethics, critical thinking, healthcare ethics, public administration ethics, organizational behaviour, and corporate social responsibility. Her teaching was recognized with school- and university-level awards at the University of Toronto and the University of Nottingham. **\* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \*** This is a talk with audience Q&A presented by the University of Toronto's Centre for Ethics that is free to attend and open to the public. Free pizza and refreshments will be provided at the event. The talk will also be streamed online with live chat here [to be posted]. About the Centre for Ethics (http://ethics.utoronto.ca): The Centre for Ethics is an interdisciplinary centre aimed at advancing research and teaching in the field of ethics, broadly defined. The Centre seeks to bring together the theoretical and practical knowledge of diverse scholars, students, public servants and social leaders in order to increase understanding of the ethical dimensions of individual, social, and political life. In pursuit of its interdisciplinary mission, the Centre fosters lines of inquiry such as (1) foundations of ethics, which encompasses the history of ethics and core concepts in the philosophical study of ethics; (2) ethics in action, which relates theory to practice in key domains of social life, including bioethics, business ethics, and ethics in the public sphere; and (3) ethics in translation, which draws upon the rich multiculturalism of the City of Toronto and addresses the ethics of multicultural societies, ethical discourse across religious and cultural boundaries, and the ethics of international society. The Ethics of A.I. Lab at the Centre For Ethics recently appeared on a list of 10 organizations leading the way in ethical A.I.: https://ocean.sagepub.com/blog/10-organizations-leading-the-way-in-ethical-ai

Inner Heart of Music

Bring any piece of music in any form. We'll deconstruct it's musical elements and share with each other what the music evokes and what insights arise. Then, consider how this musical work fits into the broader world of music and sound. After a break well do a musical exercise together and end with a short slent meditation. Advance registration with pay pal $20. Please call Gary to confirm your registration. 647 292 5415 Generosity policy: limited spots available for no or low charge fir those who need it.