Documentary Screenings Toronto

Being Heumann True Story Drama at TIFF 2026 + Dinner (TIFF Lightbox)

**On Saturday September 19th,** join me to **see Being Heumann at the 51st edition of the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)**. *Heumann* is the opening and closing show for TIFF 2026. Featuring a breakout performance by Ruth Madeley and Oscar nominee Mark Ruffalo, this inspiring historical drama from Oscar-winning filmmaker Siân Heder (*CODA*) celebrates the paradigm-shifting activist Judy Heumann, “Mother of the Disability Rights Movement.” Every bit as moving as her Best Picture Oscar winner, *CODA*, *Heumann* tells the remarkable true story of the woman who led a world-changing campaign for accessibility. Judy Heumann rallied a handful, then dozens, then hundreds of ordinary Americans with disabilities to push the US government to live up to its commitments. Though set in the past, *Being Heumann* couldn’t be more pertinent to our present. When change can seem overwhelming, we need heroes like Judy to galvanize us. My seat is Balcony BB13. **Purchase Being Heumann on Saturday September 19th at 6pm. There is one extra ticket (seated together) available for purchase; message me if you're interested.** **COST** Regular Cost: $38.73 includes all fees Meetup Organizer Fee: $5 **Ticket Policy**: All sales are final, no refunds or exchanges. **SIGNING-UP** * **RSVP Yes confirming if you will join for dinner after. (Everyone goes on the waitlist until they post their seat number or state they will be doing Rush.)** * **[Purchase](https://www.ticketmaster.ca/event/1000650B07682680)** **your own ticket for Saturday, September 19th at 6pm**, post your seat number and I will move you to going. Note: tickets are currently showing as sold out, but that can change at any time as they release more tickets or people make exchanges. * Alternately, you can message me for the extra ticket, and it will be confirmed once payment is received by etransfer. Ticket will be provided at the event start time. * Rush is also possible, requiring you to line up 1 hour before showtime. 15 mins prior to start time, an attendance check is completed and any available seats are sold at regular price + $2 A reminder will be sent the day before with my cell and reminder details where to meet and when. RSVPs close 1 day prior. Cancellations will result in a No Show and impact future attendance. **MEETUP TIME** **Meet me at: 5:30pm inside TIFF Lightbox at 350 King St. W**, **on the ground floor** **to the right side of the box office after scanning your tickets.** **Start: 6pm** Length: 2 hours 7 mins After: meet outside the auditorium to chat about the show and head out for dinner near by. Enjoy and please post your comments in the Event after.

Friends Like Family: Games, Laughs & Real Connections ( Not A Dating Event )

### 🎟️ Registration Required To attend, please create your free account and register through - https://famelee.ai/signup **Limited spots available. Come solo, leave with new friends, memories, and your new social circle.** We Need atleast 50 registeration to run this, Please register and we will email you once we get 50 people. Location will be emailed separately who signed up Tired of small talk and endless scrolling? Join us for an evening designed to help you build genuine friendships that feel like family. Whether you're new to the city, looking to expand your social circle, or simply want to meet amazing people, this event is all about fun, connection, and creating lasting memories. No networking. No awkward speeches. Just real people, exciting games, great conversations, and a welcoming community. ### 🎉 What to Expect ✅ Icebreaker Challenges Fun activities that make meeting new people easy and natural. ✅ Flip the Cup Tournament Team up, compete, and share plenty of laughs. ✅ Speed Friending Sessions Meet multiple people in a relaxed and fun environment. ✅ Human Bingo Challenge Find people with unique experiences and win prizes. ✅ Team Building Games Work together, solve challenges, and create instant connections. ✅ Mystery Partner Challenge Get paired with someone new and complete fun mini-missions. ✅ Friendship Trivia Battle Test your knowledge and compete for bragging rights. ✅ Group Social Mixer Enjoy music, snacks, and meaningful conversations. ✅ "Find Your Tribe" Activity Connect with people who share your interests, hobbies, and lifestyle. ### 🎁 Bonus * Meet people who are looking for genuine friendships. * Fun prizes and giveaways. * Photos and memories you'll want to keep. * Opportunity to join future community gatherings. ### Who Should Attend? * Newcomers to the city * Professionals looking for a social life * Remote workers * Students and graduates * Anyone wanting to make real friends and meaningful connections ### Our Mission We believe friends can become family. This event is designed to bring together positive, welcoming people who want to build authentic relationships beyond social media. ### 🎟️ Registration Required To attend, please create your free account and register through https://famelee.ai/signup **Limited spots available. Come solo, leave with new friends, memories, and your new social circle.**

AGO Talks: What is Impressionism? ($15)

We'll attend this PANEL talk on ***The Impressionist Revolution: Monet to Matisse*** Ticket for the **TALK** is $10-$15 (depending on your AGO membership level). If you're **NOT an AGO member**, then gallery admission is extra. FYI. \*\*\*Join Caroline Shields, Curator, European Art and Stephan Jost, Michael and Sonja Koerner Director, and CEO in **conversation about the Impressionist movement**. Take a fresh look at these familiar artists and the style that shocked the world. Since joining the AGO in 2017, Caroline Shields has curated the exhibitions *Impressionism in the Age of Industry* (2019) and *Cassatt—McNicoll: Impressionists Between Worlds* (2023). **Newly opened exhibition:** https://ago.ca/exhibitions/impressionist-revolution-monet-matisse-dallas-museum-art **Ticket link for the TALK-**- https://ago.ca/events/what-impressionism

Online Coffee Social & Meet & Greet Our Members - Women Only

**Online Coffee Social & Member Meet-Up** Looking for a friendly way to connect with other women in the community? Join us for our **Online Coffee Social & Member Meet-Up**, a relaxed and welcoming evening designed to help members get to know one another. Grab your favorite coffee, tea, or beverage and join us for an hour of conversation, connection, and inspiration. **Date:** Wednesday Sept 16 ,2026 **Time:** 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (Zoom) **Location:** Join Zoom Meeting [https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81248802752?pwd=YfeLuSuakTcaKF1EWgSzOnJ92EXfc7.1](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81248802752?pwd%3DYfeLuSuakTcaKF1EWgSzOnJ92EXfc7.1&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw28YfBhXn3FdcYgSCR1Fbo1) Meeting chat link [https://us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/81248802752](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://us02web.zoom.us/launch/jc/81248802752&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw3vs06RqBk8ypVvidLCCn4y) Meeting ID: 812 4880 2752 Passcode: 438836 What to Expect: ✨ Member introductions ✨ Fun round-table discussions ✨ Icebreaker and social questions ✨ An inspirational message to encourage personal growth and positivity ✨ Open Q&A for anyone who has questions about the group Whether you're new to the group or have been with us for a while, this is a wonderful opportunity to build connections, share experiences, and learn more about the opportunities available within our community. **Who Can Attend?** Current members and women interested in learning more about the Beyond Change Women's Group. **Bring:** ☕ Your favorite beverage 😊 A positive attitude 💬 A willingness to connect and have fun We look forward to meeting you and spending an enjoyable evening together! **Empowering Women to Live, Learn, and Love Life.** ❤️ Patricia Lavigne

🎬 TIFF from the Inside: Red Carpets, Premieres & Stars with Alex

From September 10 to 20, downtown Toronto will be all about cinema: **premieres, red carpets, crowds of fans, photographers, and guests from around the world!** We’ll head straight into the heart of TIFF and see how one of the world’s biggest film festivals transforms the city for these ten days. **What to expect:** 🎬 A walk through TIFF’s main festival locations, right in the middle of the action 📽 The story of the festival: how TIFF started in Toronto and grew into a world-class event 🔥 The most talked-about films, premieres, and guests of TIFF 2026 📸 Where the red carpets take place, where fans gather, and where you’re most likely to spot actors and directors during the festival 🎞 How TIFF works from the inside: venues, premieres, festival life, and what usually stays behind the scenes 👀 Stories about filmmakers, stars, and some of the most memorable moments from past festivals **Register here or on [TryToronto website](https://trytoronto.org/events/tiff-2026)** And most importantly, we’ll be exploring Toronto on the evening of September 11, right in the middle of TIFF, when the festival atmosphere is in full swing. This is an easy, relaxed walking tour. You don’t need to be a film expert or follow every premiere. You just need to want to experience the film festival in person. 🎤 **Your Guide:** Alex - one of Toronto’s top guides. With him, a simple walk turns into an adventure. He knows how to tell a story so well that everyone forgets about everyday worries and their phones. 📍 **Meeting Point:** Downtown Toronto, King Street (the exact meeting location will be sent to participants before the tour). **Register here or on [TryToronto website](https://trytoronto.org/events/tiff-2026)** **Our Instagram: [@try_toronto_](https://www.instagram.com/try_toronto_)**

(FREE EVENT) Group Chat & Make New Friends & Language Exchange @ The Well

Come chat in the company of new friends, grab a bite, cool drink or water (optional). We will meet in the Food Court in the Lower Level. It's a free event to socialize and make new friends. **Meeting Location** \- The Wellington Market @ The Well \(lower level\) **Arrive** \- Anytime 5:30\-6pm **Leave** \- Anytime \-\-\-\- **Stay Connected** **[Join WhatsApp Group Chat](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeV7PTQJLHF_vOb6ND0PxA0jHX3JYviVJR7BNsByG8PUMzR3w/viewform)** ***

ROM: Weston International Award--Evening with Hanif Abdurraqib ($20)

{ This Author EVENT is Sold-Out } Always a HOT ticket--an important (international) AUTHOR Talk. At the ROM. ($15-$20 only!!) American author **Hanif Abdurraqib has won the 2026 Weston International Award. $75,000** **Overview--** The evening will feature **Hanif Abdurraquib** delivering a talk and having an in-depth conversation with **CBC ARTS.** \*\*\*Join us on Monday, September 14 at the Royal Ontario Museum, for an evening with the 2026 Weston International Award winner, hosted by Ali Hassan of CBC’s Canada Reads. **Hanif Abdurraqib is an American memoirist and poet known for his distinctive style of cultural and artistic criticism through the lens of music,** **sport, and contemporary American issues**. In a creative and wide-ranging talk, he will bring his unique and rare intellect to the role of nonfiction in our society, and his relationship to it as someone from an unconventional background. He’ll then sit down for wide-ranging and free-wheeling conversation with a member of the award jury and author Tessa McWatt. Jurors said his “work sings and stings and brings truths, both personal and communal, as he voices culture and its complexities with bold, compassionate lyricism and a real sense of love,” and that is what he will bring to the stage. ***The $75,000 prize is a companion to the existing Hilary Weston Writers' Trust Prize for Nonfiction, which is awarded annually to a Canadian author for a single work of nonfiction.*** The Weston International Award recognizes the career achievement of an international author for a body of nonfiction work. Eligible international authors must have published at least three books of outstanding literary merit, in the genre of nonfiction, that are written in English or else widely available in translation. **Ticket link here:** https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/the-weston-international-award-presents-an-evening-with-hanif-abdurraqib-tickets-1983560042483?aff=oddtdtcreator **Recent interview on CBC:** https://www.cbc.ca/books/american-author-hanif-abdurraqib-wins-75k-weston-international-award-for-career-achievement-in-nonfiction-9.7235796 SEE you there.

Cabbagetown Architecture Tour & Festival

We will be walking by the grandest homes in Cabbagetown and discussing their unique history and architecture. We will also be visiting the Cabbagetown Fall Festival which includes music, food, a street festival, arts & crafts, yard sales and a farm. This event is free. Highly recommended.

City of Toronto Archives: Private Tour (Arts & Culture focus)

**The Toronto Archives** preserves and makes accessible government records, which provide evidence of the decisions, policies, and activities of the City of Toronto. The Archives also collects non-government records from people and organizations that have made significant contributions to the development and history of Toronto. We will have a **PRIVATE** ('behind the scenes' TOUR at the Archives--with a focus on the historical past of Toronto's arts & culture history) The Archives has more than a million photographs in its collection. The earliest date from 1856. Government Office. Government Hours. **PLEASE note the date/time when you sign up. Check your calendars.** *Friday September 11th* (2pm-3:30pm) ***FREE*** Spadina/Dupont area (Short walk from either Dupont TTC or Spadina TTC) 20 spots ONLY. https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/accountability-operations-customer-service/access-city-information-or-records/city-of-toronto-archives/ (We recently had another TOUR here--and it was quite exceptional. The information shared with us 'ties' many of our recent historical walks together--visually)

Toronto Day Trip: High Sociétéa & Casa Loma!

Lights, Camera, Action: Hollywood North Film Locations!

\*\***The Toronto History Walks Explorer Pass is available. Get it now for $125.00 for 1 year of unlimited tours, email** **torontohistorywalks@gmail.com** **for more information or for signing up!\*\*** \*\* **Please note: Please e-transfer the ticket price when booking your space for this tour! You can e-transfer to the following email at:** **torontohistorywalks@gmail.com** **It's that time again everyone, and TIFF and the stars are back in Toronto as if they ever left. So let's do another film locations extravaganza and have some fun in the mean time. I love this tour.** Mary Pickford stares into the camera. Born on University Avenue, she became the girl with the golden curls, the first Hollywood star, and now Toronto is the star! Good Will Hunting, Pacific Rim, X-Men, Robocop, Total Recall, Prom Night, Suicide Squad, My Big Fat Greek Wedding, Police Academy, and the list goes on and on and on. It was back in the 1920s that Toronto emerged as a shy newcomer. But it stepped up to the camera, smiled, and went to work. The first real feature movie was "The Man From Toronto," even though it was not filmed here, and in the late 60s Toronto was "Goin' Down the Road," that the city was Hollywood bound. And it wasn't just movies! Television movies, series, documentaries, music videos and video games were all shot here in Toronto. Award shows such as The Genie's, Juno's, the Canadian Screen Awards, Giller Prize and The Much Music Video Awards are all celebrated here! Let's find out where the movies came alive with this unique walking tour! This walking tour is for all walking levels and fitness skills. Please dress for the season and bring water. And remember to bring your love of movie magic as well. Hope to see you there. This tour begins at the famous TORONTO sign at Nathan Phillips Square. We end at Front and Jarvis! This tour has a ticket price of $15.00 per person! \*\* **Please note: Please e-transfer the ticket price when booking your space for this tour! You can e-transfer to the following email at:** **torontohistorywalks@gmail.com**

🔥🌅 GOODBYE SUMMER, HELLO FALL: TORONTO ISLAND BONFIRE 🌅🔥

# 🔥🌅 GOODBYE SUMMER, HELLO FALL: TORONTO ISLAND BONFIRE 🌅🔥 ### Fire, Food, Music & One Last Summer Night by the Lake Summer has to end eventually — so why not send it off properly? Join us on **Toronto Island** for an evening bonfire at Olympic Island as we say goodbye to summer and welcome the beginning of fall. We’ll take the ferry across together, settle in by the fire, enjoy some food and music, roast marshmallows, and spend the evening relaxing by the water with the Toronto skyline in the background. This isn't a walk. It isn't a tour. It's a **social evening designed to give us time to actually sit around, talk, laugh, eat, and connect with one another.** Whether you've been coming to the group for years or this is your first event, this is a chance to slow down and enjoy the people around you. 📱 Don't forget to join our **WhatsApp Group – [CLICK HERE](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H59mSCbsAi018gYANrKAnc)** *** ## 🔥 THE PLAN We'll meet at the ferry terminal and take the ferry together to Toronto Island. Once we arrive, we'll make our way over to **Olympic Island**, where our fire pit will be waiting. We'll have: 🔥 A bonfire 🌭 Hot dogs — including vegetarian options 🍡 Marshmallows for roasting 🎶 Music 🌆 Beautiful views of the Toronto skyline 🗣️ Plenty of time to sit, talk and socialize The goal is simple: **Come for the fire.** **Stay for the food.** **Leave with a few more people you know.** 🔥💛 *** ## 🚢 FERRY INFORMATION — PLEASE READ The **fall ferry schedule has not been released yet**, so the ferry departure and return times listed below are **subject to change**. I will update the event as soon as the official fall schedule is available. ### Current tentative schedule: 📍 **Meetup:** 5:15 PM 🚢 **Ferry:** Approximately 5:30 PM 🔥 **Bonfire:** Olympic Island 🚢 **Return ferry:** Approximately 9:00 PM **Please do not make other plans around these ferry times until the fall schedule has been confirmed.** Once the schedule is released, the event page will be updated with the exact times. *** ## 🧢 MEETUP DETAILS 📍 **Inside the Jack Layton Ferry Terminal, near the bathrooms** You must enter the ferry terminal and have your ferry ticket **scanned before entering the waiting area**. Once you're inside the terminal, head toward the **bathrooms**. 🫎 I'll be wearing my Moose Hat. **PLEASE BE ON TIME.** The ferry will not wait for us, and I will not be able to hold up the group while waiting for late arrivals. *** ## 🎟️ FERRY TICKET You are responsible for purchasing your own ferry ticket. **Ferry fare:** To be confirmed once the fall schedule and current fare are released. 👉 **[Click Here for Ferry Tickets](https://secure.toronto.ca/FerryTicketOnline/tickets2/index.jsp)** *** # 💵 MEETUP FEE — PLEASE READ BEFORE RSVPING The meetup fee for this event is **$10**. Payment must be made by **e-transfer to:** 📧 **mathewmaclean@hotmail.com** ### Payment is required within 24 hours of signing up. This applies to **everyone**. It does not matter whether you have been a member for one week, one year, or ten years. It does not matter whether you are a long-standing member or a member in good standing. **Everyone attending this event pays the $10 meetup fee.** There are no exceptions. Your payment helps cover: 🔥 Fire permit 🪵 Firewood 🌭 Hot dogs and buns 🍡 Marshmallows 🎶 Music 🥄 Shared roasting supplies **If payment is not received within 24 hours, your RSVP will be removed so someone else can take the spot.** *** ## ⚠️ RSVP COMMITMENT Please only RSVP if you genuinely intend to attend. **When you sign up, you must also answer all of the event questions.** This information helps me plan the food, fire and logistics for the evening. Please don't RSVP simply because the event looks interesting and then decide later whether you feel like coming. If you aren't sure you can attend, **please wait until you know before signing up.** Once you've committed, please respect that commitment. *** ## 🍴 WHAT YOUR $10 INCLUDES Your meetup fee includes: * City permit and fire-related costs * Firewood * Hot dogs and buns * Vegetarian hot dog option * Sauces and condiments * Marshmallows * Music * Shared roasting sticks **Bring your own drinks.** *** ## 🎒 WHAT TO BRING 🥤 Your own drinks 🪑 Folding chair or blanket 🧥 A sweater or jacket — September evenings can get cool 🍪 Something small to share if you'd like 🎲 **A game to share** — bring one along if you'd like and feel free to get a group together to play 🔥 Your own roasting stick if you have one 📱 Your phone/camera Dogs are welcome as long as they are well behaved and permitted in the area. *** ## 🌧️ WEATHER This event is planned as an outdoor bonfire and will happen in most weather conditions. If severe weather or unsafe conditions make the event impossible, the event may be cancelled or rescheduled. Please keep an eye on the event page for updates. *** ## 🌈 THE POINT OF THE EVENING This is a social event. The bonfire is really just the **container**. The important part is what happens around it — sitting together, talking to someone you've never met, catching up with people you already know, sharing food, laughing, and maybe making a connection that continues long after the fire goes out. That's what this group is really about. We also organize: 🎬 Movies 🚶 Walks & hikes 🎭 Arts & culture 🍽️ Restaurant outings 🎉 Social events There's always something happening. *** 👤 **Organizer: Mathew** Questions? Post on the event wall or email: 📧 **torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com** ### 🔥 Come for the bonfire. ### 🌭 Stay for the food. ### 🌅 Leave with a new connection — and maybe a new friend. **Let's give summer the send-off it deserves.** 💛🔥