St James Town Blog

Next month we want to hear from you! Have your favourite cultural foods and family recipes featured in the newsletter’s next “Taste of St. Jamestown” by emailing Taty (twattsburke@stjamestown.org) or visiting me at The Corner @ 200 (200 Wellesley St E). 

If you want to tap into your own creativity join us every Monday from 6-7pm at 240 Wellesley St. E for Night Stitch and have your handiwork featured here!

Another month, another menu of hot, delicious, vegetarian meals!  Every Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturday from 12pm until 4pm (or until it sells out! run don’t walk) the Green Café at The Corner @ 240 is open. That’s 240 Wellesley St. E, behind the Food Basics. An entrée and soup combo …

Although we have passed the dates for the official recognition of mental health week (May 6th-10th), it is never too late to connect with the important messages that it generated. According to Public Health Ontario the theme of this year’s MHW was “My Story”. It highlights that we all have …

The first National Indigenous People’s Day, previously known as National Aboriginal Day, was observed in 1996, after over 10 years of being called for recognition by various First Nation assemblies. June 21st also aligns with the summer solstice, the longest day of the year. This day is meant to honour …

Are you looking for a fun way to learn new skills, connect with others, and unleash your creativity? Look no further than the exciting workshops offered at the Corner at 240 From cozy gatherings to hands-on activities, there’s something for everyone. Join us as we dive into the world of …

The St. James Town Community Corner (The Corner) is an innovative center developed for the benefit of the community. The Corner is located at 200 and 240 Wellesley Street in East Toronto and offers services to seniors, immigrants, and kids. The Corner offers programs all year long in collaboration with governmental …

Looking for an innovation outlet to let your individual style shine through that also strives to be environmentally friendly? Now is the time to get out in the early evening, meet new people and learn something new at your neighbourhood Jewelry Workshop at The Corner.  Be impressed with the recycling, …

Asian – Canadian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month has been celebrated since the 1990s, but it became an official Canadian observance in May 2002. Canada has a deep history of abuse and mistreatment of AAPI immigrants, which is why this year’s theme is stories of determination. On May 24th at …

Breast cancer is one of the most diagnosed cancers in Ontario. However, more people in Ontario survive breast cancer than almost every other cancer. In honour of Mother’s Day, we encourage you to share the following information with a loved one in your life. Lower the risk of getting breast …

May was filled with hearty and warming meals served up at The Corner’s Green Café, and it has now been extended to Saturdays! So now you can enjoy a filling, $5, vegetarian meal every Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday from 12pm until 4pm or sold out. See some of the delicious …

Did you know that May 21st was Eat More Fruits and Vegetables Day? It’s also when many of our favourite fruits and vegetables like apricots, strawberries and lettuce are in season and more readily available (often cheaper too!). It’s thought that nearly 100,000 years ago, our ancestors first started foraging …