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Events in July 2021

  • Coffee Connections

    Coffee Connections


    July 1, 2021

    Coffee Connections returns weekly every Thursday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm eastern time!

    It’s social. It’s different. It’s fun! Hosted by 2 wonderful volunteers, this social group is a chance for people to gather, make new acquaintances, share how you’re feeling, and to chat with others in the community. So, brew a cup of coffee or tea, hop onto Zoom, and come join us for a mid-week breather!

    If you have a topic suggestion, please let us know by emailing us at info@balancefba.org

    Call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0, or click here to register on Zoom for Coffee Connections.

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    Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia

    Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia


    July 1, 2021

    Many of us are familiar with the discomfort that comes from stubborn or chronic neck and back pain. Did you know that yoga can offer corrective and rehabilitative support to help you? Certified advanced yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali, will leads classes with a focus on back care, pain reduction, and corrective posture. Fazia takes the time to offer 1-on-1 instruction to participants during the sessions and encourages feedback and questions throughout; the result is a supportive learning environment where peers learn from each other as well as the instructor!  

    This is an 8 week virtual course. Classes are bi-weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3pm and are 45 minutes long. 

    If you are interested in registering, please email BALANCE at info@balancefba.org, or call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0. 

    Fazia has 20 years of experience. She specializes in therapeutic movement that include T’ai Chi, Pilates, and corrective Fitness. Her approach is holistic as it includes breath work, meditation, and natural posture alignment. Her goal is to promote independence by helping her clients stay mobile and strong. These classes can be done on a mat, a chair, or standing. Please consult a doctor or registered therapist for specialized rehabilitation. 

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  • The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game

    The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game


    July 2, 2021

    Join this interactive fantasy board game group where storytelling and single-character play, set on a loosely medieval world, will take you on the adventure of a lifetime! This group will run every Friday evenings, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm, and will allow you to meet new people and develop your soft-skills. No previous experience or knowledge necessary, all you need to bring is your imagination and have either a phone or computer to connect to Zoom.

    Click here to register on Zoom for the Adventure Zone or call 416-236-1796, extension 0 and speak to Chloe.

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  • Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia

    Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia


    July 6, 2021

    Many of us are familiar with the discomfort that comes from stubborn or chronic neck and back pain. Did you know that yoga can offer corrective and rehabilitative support to help you? Certified advanced yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali, will leads classes with a focus on back care, pain reduction, and corrective posture. Fazia takes the time to offer 1-on-1 instruction to participants during the sessions and encourages feedback and questions throughout; the result is a supportive learning environment where peers learn from each other as well as the instructor!  

    This is an 8 week virtual course. Classes are bi-weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3pm and are 45 minutes long. 

    If you are interested in registering, please email BALANCE at info@balancefba.org, or call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0. 

    Fazia has 20 years of experience. She specializes in therapeutic movement that include T’ai Chi, Pilates, and corrective Fitness. Her approach is holistic as it includes breath work, meditation, and natural posture alignment. Her goal is to promote independence by helping her clients stay mobile and strong. These classes can be done on a mat, a chair, or standing. Please consult a doctor or registered therapist for specialized rehabilitation. 

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  • Coffee Connections

    Coffee Connections


    July 8, 2021

    Coffee Connections returns weekly every Thursday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm eastern time!

    It’s social. It’s different. It’s fun! Hosted by 2 wonderful volunteers, this social group is a chance for people to gather, make new acquaintances, share how you’re feeling, and to chat with others in the community. So, brew a cup of coffee or tea, hop onto Zoom, and come join us for a mid-week breather!

    If you have a topic suggestion, please let us know by emailing us at info@balancefba.org

    Call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0, or click here to register on Zoom for Coffee Connections.

    zoom
    Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia

    Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia


    July 8, 2021

    Many of us are familiar with the discomfort that comes from stubborn or chronic neck and back pain. Did you know that yoga can offer corrective and rehabilitative support to help you? Certified advanced yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali, will leads classes with a focus on back care, pain reduction, and corrective posture. Fazia takes the time to offer 1-on-1 instruction to participants during the sessions and encourages feedback and questions throughout; the result is a supportive learning environment where peers learn from each other as well as the instructor!  

    This is an 8 week virtual course. Classes are bi-weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3pm and are 45 minutes long. 

    If you are interested in registering, please email BALANCE at info@balancefba.org, or call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0. 

    Fazia has 20 years of experience. She specializes in therapeutic movement that include T’ai Chi, Pilates, and corrective Fitness. Her approach is holistic as it includes breath work, meditation, and natural posture alignment. Her goal is to promote independence by helping her clients stay mobile and strong. These classes can be done on a mat, a chair, or standing. Please consult a doctor or registered therapist for specialized rehabilitation. 

    zoom
  • The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game

    The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game


    July 9, 2021

    Join this interactive fantasy board game group where storytelling and single-character play, set on a loosely medieval world, will take you on the adventure of a lifetime! This group will run every Friday evenings, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm, and will allow you to meet new people and develop your soft-skills. No previous experience or knowledge necessary, all you need to bring is your imagination and have either a phone or computer to connect to Zoom.

    Click here to register on Zoom for the Adventure Zone or call 416-236-1796, extension 0 and speak to Chloe.

    zoom
  • Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia

    Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia


    July 13, 2021

    Many of us are familiar with the discomfort that comes from stubborn or chronic neck and back pain. Did you know that yoga can offer corrective and rehabilitative support to help you? Certified advanced yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali, will leads classes with a focus on back care, pain reduction, and corrective posture. Fazia takes the time to offer 1-on-1 instruction to participants during the sessions and encourages feedback and questions throughout; the result is a supportive learning environment where peers learn from each other as well as the instructor!  

    This is an 8 week virtual course. Classes are bi-weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3pm and are 45 minutes long. 

    If you are interested in registering, please email BALANCE at info@balancefba.org, or call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0. 

    Fazia has 20 years of experience. She specializes in therapeutic movement that include T’ai Chi, Pilates, and corrective Fitness. Her approach is holistic as it includes breath work, meditation, and natural posture alignment. Her goal is to promote independence by helping her clients stay mobile and strong. These classes can be done on a mat, a chair, or standing. Please consult a doctor or registered therapist for specialized rehabilitation. 

    zoom
  • Coffee Connections

    Coffee Connections


    July 15, 2021

    Coffee Connections returns weekly every Thursday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm eastern time!

    It’s social. It’s different. It’s fun! Hosted by 2 wonderful volunteers, this social group is a chance for people to gather, make new acquaintances, share how you’re feeling, and to chat with others in the community. So, brew a cup of coffee or tea, hop onto Zoom, and come join us for a mid-week breather!

    If you have a topic suggestion, please let us know by emailing us at info@balancefba.org

    Call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0, or click here to register on Zoom for Coffee Connections.

    zoom
    Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia

    Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia


    July 15, 2021

    Many of us are familiar with the discomfort that comes from stubborn or chronic neck and back pain. Did you know that yoga can offer corrective and rehabilitative support to help you? Certified advanced yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali, will leads classes with a focus on back care, pain reduction, and corrective posture. Fazia takes the time to offer 1-on-1 instruction to participants during the sessions and encourages feedback and questions throughout; the result is a supportive learning environment where peers learn from each other as well as the instructor!  

    This is an 8 week virtual course. Classes are bi-weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3pm and are 45 minutes long. 

    If you are interested in registering, please email BALANCE at info@balancefba.org, or call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0. 

    Fazia has 20 years of experience. She specializes in therapeutic movement that include T’ai Chi, Pilates, and corrective Fitness. Her approach is holistic as it includes breath work, meditation, and natural posture alignment. Her goal is to promote independence by helping her clients stay mobile and strong. These classes can be done on a mat, a chair, or standing. Please consult a doctor or registered therapist for specialized rehabilitation. 

    zoom
  • The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game

    The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game


    July 16, 2021

    Join this interactive fantasy board game group where storytelling and single-character play, set on a loosely medieval world, will take you on the adventure of a lifetime! This group will run every Friday evenings, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm, and will allow you to meet new people and develop your soft-skills. No previous experience or knowledge necessary, all you need to bring is your imagination and have either a phone or computer to connect to Zoom.

    Click here to register on Zoom for the Adventure Zone or call 416-236-1796, extension 0 and speak to Chloe.

    zoom
  • Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia

    Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia


    July 20, 2021

    Many of us are familiar with the discomfort that comes from stubborn or chronic neck and back pain. Did you know that yoga can offer corrective and rehabilitative support to help you? Certified advanced yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali, will leads classes with a focus on back care, pain reduction, and corrective posture. Fazia takes the time to offer 1-on-1 instruction to participants during the sessions and encourages feedback and questions throughout; the result is a supportive learning environment where peers learn from each other as well as the instructor!  

    This is an 8 week virtual course. Classes are bi-weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3pm and are 45 minutes long. 

    If you are interested in registering, please email BALANCE at info@balancefba.org, or call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0. 

    Fazia has 20 years of experience. She specializes in therapeutic movement that include T’ai Chi, Pilates, and corrective Fitness. Her approach is holistic as it includes breath work, meditation, and natural posture alignment. Her goal is to promote independence by helping her clients stay mobile and strong. These classes can be done on a mat, a chair, or standing. Please consult a doctor or registered therapist for specialized rehabilitation. 

    zoom
  • Coffee Connections

    Coffee Connections


    July 22, 2021

    Coffee Connections returns weekly every Thursday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm eastern time!

    It’s social. It’s different. It’s fun! Hosted by 2 wonderful volunteers, this social group is a chance for people to gather, make new acquaintances, share how you’re feeling, and to chat with others in the community. So, brew a cup of coffee or tea, hop onto Zoom, and come join us for a mid-week breather!

    If you have a topic suggestion, please let us know by emailing us at info@balancefba.org

    Call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0, or click here to register on Zoom for Coffee Connections.

    zoom
    Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia

    Postural Alignment and Yoga with Fazia


    July 22, 2021

    Many of us are familiar with the discomfort that comes from stubborn or chronic neck and back pain. Did you know that yoga can offer corrective and rehabilitative support to help you? Certified advanced yoga instructor Fazia Ackbarali, will leads classes with a focus on back care, pain reduction, and corrective posture. Fazia takes the time to offer 1-on-1 instruction to participants during the sessions and encourages feedback and questions throughout; the result is a supportive learning environment where peers learn from each other as well as the instructor!  

    This is an 8 week virtual course. Classes are bi-weekly on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3pm and are 45 minutes long. 

    If you are interested in registering, please email BALANCE at info@balancefba.org, or call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0. 

    Fazia has 20 years of experience. She specializes in therapeutic movement that include T’ai Chi, Pilates, and corrective Fitness. Her approach is holistic as it includes breath work, meditation, and natural posture alignment. Her goal is to promote independence by helping her clients stay mobile and strong. These classes can be done on a mat, a chair, or standing. Please consult a doctor or registered therapist for specialized rehabilitation. 

    zoom
  • The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game

    The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game


    July 23, 2021

    Join this interactive fantasy board game group where storytelling and single-character play, set on a loosely medieval world, will take you on the adventure of a lifetime! This group will run every Friday evenings, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm, and will allow you to meet new people and develop your soft-skills. No previous experience or knowledge necessary, all you need to bring is your imagination and have either a phone or computer to connect to Zoom.

    Click here to register on Zoom for the Adventure Zone or call 416-236-1796, extension 0 and speak to Chloe.

    zoom
  • BALANCE Presents: A Guide to the COVID-19 Vaccine – Your Questions Answered

    BALANCE Presents: A Guide to the COVID-19 Vaccine – Your Questions Answered


    July 29, 2021

    Knowing that many members of our community have been vaccinated already, this webinar will focus on how you can speak with hesitant friends and family about COVID-19 and the benefits of being vaccinated. A Question-and-Answer period will take place following the presentation, where you can ask any questions you might have. The session will be recorded. Captioning will be provided.

    Click this Zoom link to register. Participants can call BALANCE to register as well, at 416-236-1796 ext. 0.

    Those who do not have an email address or wish not to use it can call in via audio by calling Zoom at 647-374-4685, and inputting the webinar ID #874 0135 7753

    Webinar passcode has been de-activated.

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    Vaccine Hesitancy Webinar

    Vaccine Hesitancy Webinar


    July 29, 2021

    Do misinformation and endless contradictions have you at a loss for how to discuss COVID-19 with hesitant family and friends? BALANCE is hosting a webinar that will focus on equipping our community with the most up-to date, accurate information to be able to discuss the benefits and calm the fears of your hesitant friends and family members.

    You may register using the following Zoom link or call the BALANCE office at 416-236-1796 so that we can register you! https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_CLfXZXhkTDKTYqvAyfF7RQ

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    Coffee Connections

    Coffee Connections


    July 29, 2021

    Coffee Connections returns weekly every Thursday from 12:00pm to 1:00pm eastern time!

    It’s social. It’s different. It’s fun! Hosted by 2 wonderful volunteers, this social group is a chance for people to gather, make new acquaintances, share how you’re feeling, and to chat with others in the community. So, brew a cup of coffee or tea, hop onto Zoom, and come join us for a mid-week breather!

    If you have a topic suggestion, please let us know by emailing us at info@balancefba.org

    Call our office at 416-236-1796 extension 0, or click here to register on Zoom for Coffee Connections.

    zoom
  • Power Hour with Mark Mangabay

    Power Hour with Mark Mangabay


    July 30, 2021

    If you have been wanting to start exercising but aren’t sure where to begin, join Personal Trainer and Occupational Therapy Assistant Mark Mangabay for our Power Hour!

    This session will include 30 – 45 minutes of exercise to uplift your mood and get you sweating, as well as tips on exercising safely in the home and a Q&A portion for all things fitness!  Set to upbeat music, this workout will start with a light warm up, followed by gentle dynamic stretching, upper and lower body strengthening exercises and finish off with gentle static stretching.

    Click here to register for the upcoming session of Power Hour Fitness on Friday August 13th from 11 AM - 12 PM.

    Once registered, you will be able to attend all the sessions using the same link.

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    The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game

    The Adventure Zone: An Interactive Dungeons and Dragons Role Playing Game


    July 30, 2021

    Join this interactive fantasy board game group where storytelling and single-character play, set on a loosely medieval world, will take you on the adventure of a lifetime! This group will run every Friday evenings, from 7:00pm to 8:30pm, and will allow you to meet new people and develop your soft-skills. No previous experience or knowledge necessary, all you need to bring is your imagination and have either a phone or computer to connect to Zoom.

    Click here to register on Zoom for the Adventure Zone or call 416-236-1796, extension 0 and speak to Chloe.

    zoom