Durham Community Health Centre and TAIBU Community Health Centre (TAIBU) have come together to collaborate on initiatives that address the impact of anti-Black racism on members of the African, Caribbean and Black (ACB) communities in Durham Region.
The goal of this collaboration is to improve the health and well-being of members of ACB communities by planning, designing, and implementing culturally affirming events, workshops, and services.
We are excited to offer the following:
L.E.A.R.N. After School Academic Mentorship Program
For youth ages 5-11 years& 12-18 years
Wednesdays (October 2023 to June 2024)
@ 4:00-6:30pm
DCHC Pickering Site: 17-1450 Kingston Road
Benefits include:
- Supportive learning environment
- 1:1 Academic tutoring and mentorship
- Educational games, actitivities, and challenges
- Dinner and transportation will be provided
To register or for inquiries contact: Ronaye, Program Facilitator at rchester@taibuchc.ca or 416-644-3539 x2237
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We are also looking for Black Mentors (aged 16+) for the Program.
Benefits of mentorship include:
- Community hours earned/references given
- Training and monetary incentives offered
- Transportation (PRESTO) provided
- Team Building Oppourtinities
To apply or receive more information, contact Shawna, Program Coordinator at swilliams@taibuchc.ca.
Physical Activity Programming
We are pleased to offer the following activities that support a healthy and active lifestyle for members of the Black community in Durham Region.
Mondays
FUNCTIONAL MIND & BODY
STRETCH EXERCISE - IN PERSON
10-11 A.M.
INSTRUCTOR: SHEKIA
CARDIO EXERCISE
VIRTUAL -10:00 A.M.-11:00 A.M.
INSTRUCTOR: MYRA
HIGH IMPACT CARDIO
IN PERSON - 6:00 P.M.-7:00 P.M.
INSTRUCTORS: LEA-ASHA & LYDIA
SOAKAFIT DANCE XERCISE
IN PERSON & VIRTUAL
7:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M.
INSTRUCTOR: ERNIE
Tuesdays
REGGAECISE DANCE EXERCISE
IN PERSON & VIRTUAL
9:45 A.M.-10:45 A.M.
INSTRUCTOR: DAVID
YOUTH BRAIN & BODY FITNESS
IN PERSON 4-5 P.M.
INSTRUCTOR: SHEKIA
CARIBBEAN DANCE
7PM-8PM - IN PERSON & VIRTUAL
INSTRUCTOR: TAMARA
Wednesdays
CARDIO, BALACE & MUSCLE STRENGTHENING EXERCISE
VIRTUAL -10:00 A.M.-11:00 A.M.
INSTRUCTOR: MYRA
SOAKAFIT DANCE EXERCISE
IN PERSON & VIRTUAL 7:00 P.M.-8:00 P.M. INSTRUCTOR: ERNIE
All in person classes will take place at DCHC Picking Site: 17-1450 Kingston Road and for all virtual classes, join via Zoom using
this link and Passcode: 483862 Meeting ID: 865 4878 3384