Community Groups Toronto

Tuesday 10AM Morning Badminton Meetup, Feather Birdies

**Cost :** **$9** per person, **included 1 new feather** **birdy** or **$6 + 1 new feather birdy** from the player. **Racquets :** Bring your own racquet. Rentals are available at the club if needed. **Shoes :** Please bring indoor gym shoes and change into them at the club before entering the courts. **Join us for some weekday early-morning badminton fun at Tiger Badminton. Whether you're looking to get some exercise, meet new people, or just have a good time, come swing by and get in a game or two.** **All levels are welcome!!**

Toronto Harbourfront Summer Social & Waterfront Walk

Looking to meet new people, make friends, and enjoy a summer evening by the lake? Join GTA Weekend Social Club for a relaxed social gathering at Toronto's beautiful Harbourfront. We'll meet between 6:00 PM and 6:30 PM at Starbucks (208 Queens Quay West), introduce ourselves, and then head out for a casual walk along the waterfront while getting to know each other. Whether you're new to the GTA, looking to expand your social circle, or simply enjoy meeting interesting people, this event is designed to be welcoming, friendly, and low-pressure. Schedule: • 6:00 PM – 6:30 PM: Meet and introductions at Starbucks • 6:30 PM: Waterfront walk begins • 7:30 PM onwards: Optional drinks, snacks, or continued conversation nearby Many attendees come on their own, so don't worry if you're arriving solo. We'll make sure everyone feels welcome. Come with a positive attitude and a willingness to meet new people. Looking forward to seeing you there!

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.** 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.**

Ecstatic Celebration 'Summer Love'

​**✧ You Are Invited ✧** ​**Step into a space where your heart, spirit, and soul are nourished, inspired, and celebrated!** ​Join us on **Thursday,** **July 2nd** for ***Meditation Meets Ecstatic Celebration "Summer Love"***—a high-vibe, heart-centered event hosted by **The Soul Guided Network**. This is your chance to connect deeply with yourself, others, and a higher sense of belonging. ​The **Soul Guided Community Empowerment Network** provides a safe space for spiritual seekers to connect, share resources, and elevate their collective vibration. We believe in the power of community to heal and awaken, align with our purpose and highest potential, and deepen our spiritual practice. **Soul Guided** helps individuals do just that. Whether you're new or have been with us for a while, this evening is a chance to celebrate how far you've come on your journey. ​More than just a dance party, this is an opportunity to build community, network, and meet like-minded individuals whose visions align with yours. It’s an intimate gathering to connect on a deeper level and create lasting bonds. ​**Chris, Marda, and the Soul Guided Community** are excited to welcome you to an evening of connection, fun, and honoring of your growth. Experience a nourishing blend of ice breakers, meditation, kundalini yoga, kirtan, community sharing, and live medicine music. Be fully present with like-minded souls and leave feeling inspired and rejuvenated. ​This gathering is for those who are ready to step into a space where you are seen, heard, and valued for who you truly are—no pretenses, no judgment. It’s an invitation to celebrate the collective energy of a conscious tribe, and to co-create an experience that lifts us all. ​\*\*This is a sober, family friendly & substance-free event\* ​**𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐅𝐋𝐎𝐖** * ​**6:00 PM** – Chill, Mingle & Check out our Amazing Vendors * ​**6:30 PM** – Welcome & Grounding Meditation, Warm-Up, Kundalini Kriya's, Ice Breakers * ​**7:10 PM** – Community Connection & Sharing Circle * ​**7:30 PM** – Kirtan w/ Velvet Om * ​**8:30 PM** – Ecstatic Dance (Afro-House/Spiritual) w/ Marcos * ​**9:00 PM** – Live Medicine Music, Hip-Hop & Spoken Word * ​**9:40 PM** – Closing Soundbath & Gratitudes * ​**10:00 PM** – Departure ​*Timing is estimated and subject to change* ​ ​**𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐃𝐎𝐑𝐒** ​From massage to energy healing to healthy delicious meals, snacks & drinks to body sprays, lotions and potions there will be plenty of goodness to be experienced from our community vendors. ​**𝐃𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍** * ​\*\*$37\*\* – Super Early Bird (Until June 5th) * ​\*\*$42\*\* – Early Bird (Until June 25th) * ​\*\*$47\*\* – Regular (Until July 2nd @ 6pm) * ​\*\*$55\*\* – At the Door ​\*If finances are an issue, please reach out to us via the email below and let us know what you can contribute. ​**𝐕𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐞𝐫 & 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐛𝐮𝐭𝐞** ​Want to be more infused in the creation of conscious community with those who feel like soul tribe? To volunteer, contribute or learn more about being on the Soul Guided Team, please reach out to us at: **soulguided@soulguidednetwork.com**. ​We can’t wait to connect and co-create with you! ​**𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐍𝐒** ​**Velvet Om:** is a transformative kirtan and medicine music band from the GTA in Toronto. Comprised of Madison Ryley on harmonium and vocals, VJ Bala on guitar and vocals, while often featuring multiple percussionists and other musical highlights like cello and flute. Velvet Om weaves together soulful sounds and healing vibrations. ​Over the past three years, they have graced festivals like Earthbeat (Previously Coming Home Festival) and Bumi festival. They have hosted kirtans across Toronto and its northern regions, creating a vibrant community around their music. ​As a newly formed band, Velvet Om is driven by a passion for medicine music and the belief that all music is healing. Their eclectic repertoire includes everything from the timeless melodies of The Beatles and the ethereal sounds of Enya to Spanish medicine music and the even ceremonial music. Velvet Om’s kirtans are unique in that they are also song ceremonies, offering a deeper, transformative experience. ​**Nick Kusiba:** A medicine music musician & sound healer composes and channels soul songs to support liberation and connection to the depths of one's being. He sings armed with an enormous vocal range, from deep bass to an angelic falsetto and expresses himself musically without limitations to any particular genre. ​**𝐃𝐉** ​**Marcos Mendosa: TBA** ​**𝐇𝐎𝐒𝐓𝐒, 𝐅𝐀𝐂𝐈𝐋𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐎𝐑𝐒 & 𝐌𝐔𝐒𝐈𝐂𝐈𝐀𝐍𝐒** ​**Chris Dub**: An intuitive healer, kundalini yogi, and space holder, Chris guides people to live their best and most authentic lives through self-inquiry, plant medicine ceremonies, kundalini yoga, intuitive healing sessions & through intimate conscious gatherings. Having spent over 15 years on his spiritual path, honing his gifts and personal practice, Chris helps others align with their highest potential. Soul Guided is a vision he’s held for many years, and through his dedication to community building, it’s now coming to fruition. ​**Marda 'Love' Sperber**: A multidimensional channel, medicine ceremonial and tantric guide, kundalini yogi, and intuitive energy healer, Marda creates sacred spaces for transformation, heart awakening, and soul remembrance. Supporting others in awakening and reconnecting with their inner wisdom, authentic expression, and the light of their soul. ​We’re excited to gather with you in celebration, co-creation, and spiritual growth! ✨

Kundalini Yin Yoga "Sacral Chakra - Creative Flow" w/ Live Soundbath

**Overview** Feel your kundalini energy surging through you gracefully as you feel the confidence to fully embrace your creative flow. **Join for the full 4 week series or 1 journey at a time.** *Each week Chris Dub will offer a beautiful combination of Kundalini & Yin Yoga plus Healing Soundscapes for each of you to be immersed in. You will also get to choose what Toro "Qi" Meditation Cushion you would like to use, to build your qi throughout your practice with the incredible "Toro" Qi building technology.* Join us each week for a Kundalini Yin Yoga Journey themed around the Sacral Chakra, as we open to discover more pleasure, joy and intimacy in our lives. Create positive change for yourself one yoga posture at a time. Each class we aim to spur on the type of grace that leads to unconditional loving acceptance of yourself. You will be given the safe space to open up your mind, process your current life experiences, rejuvenate your spirit, access your creativity, grow your faith and become immersed in source awareness. *** **This series will focus on reseting your nervous system through specific Kundalini Kriya's and a Guided slowing down of the fast paced, anxious energies we can get caught up in through our day-to-day. We will bring in radical acceptance of, and a surrender to, what 'is'.** **This surrendering to reality as it actually 'is' supports you to see the road to living in presence. It will become more and more apparent that there is nowhere else you want to be, and you'll be able to more easily remain here.** **Each journey you will calm your nervous system, ground, centre and open up your heart in real time. Allow yourself to move through stagnant energies in a conscious and loving way, to get your vital life force energy flowing with grace.** *** We will engage in particular kriya's, asana's, pranayama's, bhanda's (body locks), mantras and meditative techniques to support in awakening your kundalini in a graceful way & mastering your nervous system, mind, breath and your inner world. This is an integrative experience first and foremost, so we take our time to move forward with a gentle potency. You are encouraged and celebrated to move at your own pace. *** 𝗦𝗵𝗶𝘃𝗮𝘀𝗮𝗻𝗮 Every class will have a deep, rejuvenating and integrative shivasana experience with soundbath, which will be different each week including gong, shruti box, steel tongue drum, crystal harp, crystal bowls, shamanic drumming, water stick, medicine songs and more. **𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐞** **𝐊𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐢 Yin 𝐘𝐨𝐠𝐚** (per class journey) $30 ($33.90 w/ tax) for 1 in-person journey (7:00 – 8:30 PM) $50 ($56.50 w/ tax) for a 2-journey pass (2 classes to be used in this 4 week series) $15 ($16.95 w/ tax) per zoom journey ***NEW 4 Class Pass*** $88 ($99.44 w/ tax) for 4 classes to be used anytime within 1 year of purchasing (In-Person or Online) $44 ($49.72 w/ tax) for 4 classes to be used anytime within 1 year of purchasing (Online Only) **𝐄𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐫𝐞 4 𝐖𝐞𝐞𝐤 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬** Early Bird: $80 ($90.40 w/ tax) in-person (includes the online zoom link) ends July 20th Regular Exchange: $88 ($99.44 w/ tax) in-person (includes the online zoom link) Zoom Classes: $44 ($49.72 w/tax) for all 4 E-Transfer to chris@chrisdubkundalini.com the amount w/ taxes or pay via eventbrite *** **𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠** **4 Journey 𝐘𝐨𝐠𝐚 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬** **\~ Begins: Monday, June 29th** **\~ Ends: Monday, July 20th** Each class is 7:00-8:30 PM Arrive between 6:35 - 6:55 PM to get settled (Doors close at 7:05 PM) **Located @ The Soul Sanctuary (303 Pape Ave)** ***Come as you are and bring a water bottle, yoga mat (mats available) and wear comfortable clothing.*** **𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬 𝐃𝐮𝐛** **Intuitive Healer, Certified Kundalini & Hatha Yoga Teacher, Transformational Teacher & Guide, Quan Yin Energy Healer & Plant Medicine Ceremony Facilitator** Chris is devoted to cultivating and holding space for you to become more aware of your mental blocks and repressed emotions, which allows this energy to transform into a higher understanding of one’s self and your interconnectedness to all of nature. The result is a high degree of self love which leads to a letting go of past pain, hurt and trauma. Experience increased energy flow and creativity, zest for life, calmed nervous system, amplified self worth and deeper, more meaningful relationships. Chris is Yoga Alliance, KRI Certified, 3rd Lvl Babaji Kriya Yoga Initiate & holds a Diploma in Social Work. He teaches Kundalini Yoga, Meditation, Self-Awareness Practices, Sound-Healing and Breath-Work classes and events. Chris facilitates transformational retreats and deep healing ceremonies, he also hosts the Sacred Brotherhood Men’s Group and Women’s & Men’s Love Circles. Chris has undergone intensive breath work, bodily cleansing, meditation and self-inquiry to move through chronic pain and find deeper depths of self-love since 2009. Chris is passionate about supporting you to bring self-awareness and energy flow practices to your daily life so you’re internal GPS can always be online, guiding you to the most heart nourishing and fulfilling experiences.

After work drop-in

KEVPOP Poster Drop

Something is about to appear in your city. A poster. Handmade. Hung somewhere a stranger might wander past and feel something good for a second. That stranger deserves it. So does your city. Here's the challenge: Make a poster. Draw it, paint it, print it, collage it - whatever feels like you. It can say something. It can say nothing. It just has to be the kind of thing that makes a stranger stop and smile. Need a prompt? Here are a few ideas: 🌥️ **MISSING: One Cloud** — Last seen drifting over your neighborhood around 3pm. Slightly dramatic. Very fluffy. If found, please just look at it for a moment. No reward. That's the reward. 👤 **FREE FRIEND** — Great listener. Occasionally funny. Will show up when you need them. No experience required. First come, first served. Call no one. Just be one. 💌 **DEAR STRANGER** — Today seemed like a good day to tell you: you're doing better than you think. Or make something completely your own. We just ask to make it family-friendly and joyful. **Then:** * Hang it somewhere public * Photograph it in the wild * Post it and tag **@KEVPOP** with **#KEVPOPPosterDrop** *If you want, you can write kevpop.com on the poster.* We're 10,000+ members across the Midwest, South, and Canada. Imagine what 10,000 little moments of joy look like hung around the world at the same time. Document it. Share it. Make it weird. Make it sweet. Make it yours. **This is free. This is for everyone. This is just for fun.** *KEVPOP is a joy brand. We make people smile.*

Soul Guided Potluck, Inspirational Movie Night & Sharing Circle

**Overview** Gather in conscious, like-minded community to fill your cup and nourish your soul. Potluck, Movie + Discussion. Join us for an evening of nourishing food, shared stories, and a film that will inspire and connect us all. We're living in unprecedented times that cause us to question what's real, what's true, and consistently remind ourselves of what's most important. More than ever - you need to remember that you are not alone on this journey, that your voice matters, and it's safe to shine your light. We invite you to gather with us for a special evening where community, creativity, and good food come together. Whether you've connected with the Soul Guided Network already, or are new to the community, this is a welcoming space to be your true self! Bring your favorite dish to share, your authentic self, and your curiosity. We’ll start with a potluck feast, followed by a movie that will spark reflection, leading to a post-film discussion conversation, and an overall sense of togetherness. .:: 𝗙𝗹𝗼𝘄 𝗙𝗼𝗿 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗘𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴 ::. 6:00pm = Arrival 6:00 - 7:30/45pm = Community Connection & Potluck 7:45 - 9:15pm = Thought-Provoking Movie 9:15 - 10pm = Sharing Circle & Discussion 10pm = Departure \*\*𝗣𝗹𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲 𝗯𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗽𝗼𝘁𝗹𝘂𝗰𝗸 𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗺, 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗯𝗹𝘆 𝘀𝗼𝗺𝗲𝘁𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘃𝗲𝗴𝗮𝗻, 𝗴𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗲𝗻-𝗳𝗿𝗲𝗲, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗼𝗿𝗴𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗰 𝗶𝗳 𝗽𝗼𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗯𝗹𝗲. (𝗘𝘅𝗮𝗺𝗽𝗹𝗲𝘀: 𝗥𝗼𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗩𝗲𝗴𝗲𝘁𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀, 𝗦𝗼𝘂𝗽, 𝗦𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗱, 𝗙𝗿𝘂𝗶𝘁, 𝗩𝗲𝗴 & 𝗗𝗶𝗽, 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗺𝘂𝘀, 𝗕𝗮𝗯𝗮 𝗴𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗼𝘂𝘀𝗵, 𝗧𝗲𝗺𝗽𝗲𝗵, 𝗗𝗮𝗮𝗹, 𝗲𝘁𝗰.) 𝗟𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: The Soul Sanctuary, in Leslieville - Street Parking Available 𝗘𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗴𝘆 𝗘𝘅𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗴𝗲: Free or By Donation Suggested Donation: $10 𝐓𝐢𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠: 6:00 - 10:00 PM 𝗛𝗼𝘄 𝘁𝗼 𝗥𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿: RSVP through eventbrite or email soulguided@soulguidednetwork.com We plan to make this a monthly event, and the next one is scheduled for Thursday June 25th! The Soul Sanctuary is a welcoming, peaceful, and caring space brought to you by Chris Dub, Jennifer Polansky, and the SG Team of the Soul Guided "Community Empowerment Network". We started this movement because we saw a need for spiritually centered spaces where practitioners, seekers, and like-minded souls could gather in community, and feel welcomed. This is a growing global community that stands on the pillars of Integrity, Compassion, and Freedom. Come join us :)

After work drop-in

The Summer and Shade Community Market

## 🌿 Summer & Shade: A Mystical Community Market & Art Experience 🎨 **Looking for a unique way to spend a Saturday in Etobicoke?** Join us for the **Summer & Shade Community Market**, where local art, mystical vibes, and neighborhood spirit come together. This is a "choose your own adventure" style event—whether you want to browse exotic crafts, dive deep into a spiritual reading, or just lounge by the pool with some local food, there is a spot for you here. ### 🗓️ When & Where: * **Date:** June 27th, 2026 * **Time:** 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM * **Location:** 5005 Dundas St West / 47 Mabelle Ave, Etobicoke ### ✨ What to Expect: * **Curated Shopping:** Over 30 vendors featuring local artists and unique, exotic crafts. * **Spiritual Guidance:** On-site **Tarot Readings** and spirit communication sessions. * **Get Creative:** Participate in **ART workshops** and explore immersive installations. * **Chill Vibes:** We’ve got food, drinks, and and open park! ### 🎟️ Cost & Entry: **Entry is FREE and open to all ages!** To help us manage the crowd and keep you in the loop, please register for a free ticket at the link below. **Important:** This ticket gets you through the door, but to stay updated on specific workshop times and featured vendor reveals, make sure to follow us on Instagram at **@MoonshadowEvents**. **https://www.eventist.ca/summer-and-shade-community-market** Come for the art, stay for the community. We can't wait to see you in the park! If there's any local artist interested in putting up and Installation or Vendors or busineses interested in selling their goods, Please feel free to apply using this link - https://forms.gle/DB5UaFgMCfDppDhT9

Summer & Shade Community Market

Hosted by [Moonshadow Events](https://www.meetup.com/toronto-visual-performing-literary-artists-meetup-group/events/313480603/): **Summer Vibes Meet Mystical Finds! ☀️✨** Join us for the **Summer & Shade Community Market** on June 27th! We’re bringing together the best of Etobicoke’s local talent for a day of art, magic, and community spirit. **When:** June 27th\, 2026 \| 12 PM – 7 PM * **Where:** 5005 Dundas St. West / 47 Mabelle Ave, Etobicoke * **Entry:** ABSOLUTELY FREE! \*\*What to expect:\*\*🛍️ 30+ Local Vendors & Artists 🎨 Interactive ART Workshops & Installations Delicious Food & Drinks, All-Ages Fun! 🔮 **Special Feature:** Get a glimpse into your future with Tarot Readings available in both English and Spanish! 🇨🇦🇪🇸 Come support local artists and find something truly unique. See you in the shade! 🌿 \#\#\# 🎟️ Cost & Entry: **Entry is FREE and open to all ages!** To help us manage the crowd and keep you in the loop, please register for a free ticket at the link below. **Important:** This ticket gets you through the door, but to stay updated on specific workshop times and featured vendor reveals, make sure to follow us on Instagram at **@MoonshadowEvents**. \*\*[https://www.eventist.ca/summer-and-shade-community-market**](https://www.eventist.ca/summer-and-shade-community-market**) Come for the art, stay for the community. We can't wait to see you in the park! If there's any local artist interested in putting up and Installation or Vendors or busineses interested in selling their goods, Please feel free to apply using this link - [https://forms.gle/DB5UaFgMCfDppDhT9](https://forms.gle/DB5UaFgMCfDppDhT9) Summer & Shade is a hyper-local market held in the heart of Islington Village. We provide a dedicated space for entrepreneurial growth and artistic expression, with a specific focus on supporting low-income creators. Our mission is to foster self-sufficiency and self-reliance by lowering the traditional barriers to entry for local talent. We specifically advocate for Toronto Community Housing (TCHC) residents, who often face systemic obstacles such as selection biases and prohibitive participation fees. By creating an accessible and inclusive marketplace, Summer & Shade ensures that the vibrant creative energy of our local community has the platform it needs to thrive.

Local Social Host Sign-Up: Lunches, Drinks & Curated Experiences

**Want to help bring your city’s community together?** We’re looking for local hosts to organize small group lunches, evening drinks, mixers, movie get-togethers and curated experiences. **No experience necessary,** just a friendly attitude, some local knowledge, and a willingness to meet a few new people. After each event, we’ll send a short feedback form so we can improve and support you. The host will also be able to provide feedback so we can learn what worked and what didn't. **[Click here](https://form.questionscout.com/6926c9ab87a828a5c11a79fc)** to apply and get started: if you’re selected, we’ll reach out for a quick screening call.