Our Events

Experience, Learn & Grow

At The Chez, we create spaces for learning, healing, and community connection through our events and workshops. Each month, we host a variety of educational sessions, cultural celebrations, and well-being activities that reflect our commitment to empowerment, inclusivity, and holistic support.

Some events are open to the public, while others are designed for specific groups within our programs. Whether you’re looking to develop life skills, build relationships, or celebrate cultural heritage, there’s something for you at The Chez.

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Our Events

Free
Active for All - Mental Wellness & Physical Activity

Breaking Barriers to Sport, Recreation & Wellness

Session 5 Highlights:

  • Promote sports and recreation as tools for mental health and community healing
  • Breaking the stigma around mental health in marginalized communities
  • Yoga, mindfulness, and movement-based stress reduction activities
Free
Kids Summer Camp: Explore. Learn. Create. Connect​​

Join the us for a fun-filled summer camp! Kids will explore cooking, hair styling, digital design, coding, and more in a safe, creative, and inclusive environment. Early registration discounts available—don’t miss out!

Free
Active for All - Adaptive & Inclusive Sports for Individuals with Disabilities

Breaking Barriers to Sport, Recreation & Wellness

Session 4 Highlights:

  • Showcase accessibility in sports and promote adaptive recreation options
  • Demonstrations of adaptive sports (wheelchair basketball, para-swimming, etc.)
Free
Active for All - Culturally Inclusive Sports & Safe Spaces for All

Breaking Barriers to Sport, Recreation & Wellness

Session 3 Highlights:

  • Address racial, cultural, and gender inclusivity in sports and recreation
  • Community-led discussions on representation in sports
  • Developing safe spaces for radicalized and marginalized athletes
Free
Strategies for Change – Combating Microaggressions and Systemic Discrimination

Discrimination and microaggressions remain everyday challenges in schools, workplaces, and communities. This interactive workshop is designed to equip participants with practical tools to recognize, address, and challenge racial bias effectively.

Free
Active for All - Financial Accessibility & Affordable Sports Programs

Breaking Barriers to Sport, Recreation & Wellness

Session 2 Highlights:

  • Educate on how to access funding, and low-cost recreation.
  • Navigating financial aid programs
  • Budgeting for sports
Free
Breaking Stereotypes in the Digital Age: Challenging Online Narratives & Misinformation

This workshop explores how digital misinformation shapes stereotypes and public perception. Through a screening of After Truth: Disinformation and the Cost of Fake News, discussions, and interactive sessions, participants will learn to identify bias and advocate for responsible media engagement.

Free
Active for All - Identifying Barriers to sports

Breaking Barriers to Sport, Recreation & Wellness

Session 1 Highlights:

  • Key Challenges preventing marginalized groups from participating in sports and recreation
  • Barrier Mapping Exercise to highlight financial, cultural & accessibility challenges
Free
AI & Bias: The New Digital Discrimination. Understanding AI, Data Collection & Algorithmic Racism

As AI shapes our digital world, it also reinforces biases that impact Black identity. This workshop explores AI-driven discrimination, social media algorithms, and their influence on public perception.

Free
Flavors of Legacy: Bridging Generations Through Black History and Culinary Traditions

Food is more than nourishment—it’s a bridge between generations, a keeper of history, and a source of community healing. Flavors of Legacy is a unique culinary experience where seniors and youth come together to share stories, cook traditional Afro-Caribbean dishes, and celebrate Black heritage through food.

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