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Nourish in the Kitchen with Stephanie!

As we pivoted our seniors programming to online, we welcomed a few new programs, including a cooking class with our TAPS program assistant, Stephanie. Our classes take place every Monday at 2pm over Zoom. Following our Food Philosophy, we want…

Seniors ‘Friendly Phone Call’ Volunteers

We are looking for committed and understanding volunteers to assist with Friendly Phone Calls to seniors in our neighbourhood who may be experiencing isolation and loneliness, or who may have had their social life impacted by COVID-19 restrictions. Experience with…

Fall Programming 2020 – Update

This summer, we have been delighted to begin welcoming members back to Gordon House — albeit in small, masked-up, outdoor gatherings. We’ve missed you! And while you’ve been busy catching up in the plaza, our Management Team (Jessy, Linda, Isabel,…

2,500 Meals Delivered!

Earlier this year we highlighted that our team had cooked over a thousand made-from-scratch meals for isolated seniors and self-isolating families. We’re happy to now announce that after 17 weeks of cooking we have surpassed more than 2,500 nutritious meals!…

Virtual Art Class Connects Strangers

For over 20 years, the Neighbourhood Small Grants program has brought people together and made communities more resilient. The grassroots initiative provides grants up to $500 to fund small projects that connect neighbours, share skills, celebrate diversity, and foster a…

Pelmeni and Pierogi Making Workshop

This summer local residents Tanya Shinder and Tanya Fabrichnikova along with their friends led a pelmeni and pierogi making workshop for interested community members at Gordon Neighbourhood House. Pelmeni (Пельмени) are small meat dumplings which originated in Russia, Ukraine, and…