Events

In December 2022, The Somali Centre for Culture and Recreation, in partnership with the Infrastructure Institute at the University of Toronto, released a report entitled, Inhibited Growth: Examining Public Investment Gaps in Black Infrastructure Needs. This report examines the gaps in public investment and access to Black-led social infrastructure that integrates community centres, recreational spaces, and cultural […]

It’s our biggest FEMME FOLKS FEST yet! Our 4th Annual Fest offers 39 events over 13 days, all live and in-person at 8 venues throughout Waterloo Region. For 2023 we concentrate once more on artist creation, collaboration and things that spark delight. Come share in our artists’ offerings as we make our way out of […]

From street murals to public performance to in-person and online art festivals, arts-based placemaking has the power to cultivate a sense of belonging and connect people to community. It also has the potential to bridge gaps and break down barriers to creating safe, accessible, and people-welcoming environments. Building on the theme of reclaiming streets for […]