Events for November 5, 2024 - November 5, 2024

#PinkDotTO is coming back again. #ACASToronto connects the dots, bringing the community closer, one positive vibe at a time, on Thursday, 23 November 2023, from 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. at Dim Sum King Seafood Restaurant 421 Dundas St. W., 3rd floor Toronto, ON M5T 2W4 Buy tickets at: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/asian-community-aids-services/events/pinkdotto-2023/

An online community discussion addressing diaspora concerns around trans and nonbinary curriculum, policy, and practice. Register here What to Expect: Our event seeks to address concerns around 2SLGBTQIA+ policies in schools. How has recent legislation in Saskatchewan and New Brunswick around parental consent impacted Ontario? What are common myths circulating within newcomer communities around LGBTQIA+ content in schools? How can we support queer/trans youth in schools as parents/community members? Why are some parents uncomfortable with gender neutral facilities in schools? Where does fear/ resistance to inclusive school policies come from?   We have four incredible speakers with a breadth of knowledge and expertise to share: Christine Hsu Christine (she/they) is a first gen immigrant settler who moves through the world as a nonbinary genderfluid woman. They are a certified learning professional and a body liberation-centred physical and health educator who have been facilitating training and consulting on intersectional 2SLGBTQIA+ and trans & nonbinary inclusion for school boards across Canada for over a decade. They have worked with administrators, educators, students, queer and trans youth in G/QSAs, and for organizations across multiple sectors, focusing on creating safer spaces in schools, communities and workplaces. Her expertise includes working in policy development within high performance sports for national sports organizations and with HPE curriculum leads for systems change in sports, HPE and school athletics. Christine works full time as an equity, diversity and inclusion (EDI) and anti-racism learning consultant who delivers workplace training and community based healing-centred workshops, and provides strategic consultation for organizations seeking to make EDI infused transformational changes. Narina Nagra Narina Nagra (she/her) is the proud parent of a 10 year old trans girl who attends Perth Ave. Public School in Toronto. She has been a life-long advocate for social justice, anti-racism/anti-oppression and community building in various spaces for the [...]

Night at Spa Excess! It's gonna be a wet and wild night. Cum to relax, meet new guys and have some fun. Our volunteer team will be there to create a welcoming and friendly environment while getting you connected with resources on PrEP and HIV/STI testing. Coupon for 50% off lockers available by contacting Ryan at men@acas.org Join our bathhouse volunteer team by emailing Sucre at men@acas.org  

Please join us for the next ACAS Community Forum. This time our topic will be: "Asian, Aging and HIV" Date & Time: March 28 (Thursday), 6-8:30 PM Location: Fife House, Main floor community room (490 Sherbourne st.) Moderator: Ambrose Fan (ACAS volunteer) Speakers: Peter Lee (community member) Tak Lai (community member) Aries Cheung (former staff and current volunteer) Dinner will start at 6 pm, panel will start at 7 pm. To register, please contact Jun (womensupport@acas.org

Join us for an intro workshop on techniques of shellac gel manicure and learn about HIV self-testing. Free HIV self-test kits and meals are provided. Open to folks of East and South East Asian descent. Limited space available: Please register with officeadmin@acas.org

Calling all Mandarin-speaking International students in our community! 🏳️‍🌈 Get ready for a night of delicious food and thrilling games! 🌟 Gather your friends and indulge in making Takoyaki while enjoying various fun-filled games. Compete, laugh, and bond over a shared love for gaming and good food. 🎮 🌈 Whether you're a food lover, gaming pro or just looking to have a blast, this event is for you! Let's create unforgettable memories together. 🌟✨ Refreshments and snacks will be provided, so come hungry and ready to play! 🎮🍡 🔗 RSVP now through the link in our bio! Join us for an exciting evening filled with tasty Takoyaki and epic games. 🦑🔥

Hey there! Ready to enjoy some bubble tea, play board games, and make new connections? Join us for an unforgettable afternoon filled with fun, laughter, and endless possibilities! 🥤🎲💬 We're creating a safe, inclusive space where you can be yourself and forge meaningful connections with like-minded individuals. 💖✨ Indulge in boba drinks, play your favourite board games, and dive into friendly competition with new friends by your side. 🥳🌟 Let's sip, snack, and play our way to new friendships and unforgettable memories. See you there! 🎉🥤🎲 🔗 RSVP now through the link in our bio! TTC tokens are provided.