Show Up Toronto

Show Up Toronto

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https://showuptoronto.ca brings together community organizing, mutual aid, and advocacy events from around the city. Run by @phirephoenix.com. This account posts reminders about events daily and a few hours before each event. Not regularly monitored.

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Today at 7:30PM: Book Launch: Militants, Mobsters and Mavericks (901 St Lawrence Ave W). Celebrate the release of Militants, Mobsters and Mavericks and discover the people and power struggles that helped build modern Toronto. Discover the stories of union leaders, immigrant workers, mobsters, and...

twhp.caBook Launch: Militants, Mobsters and MavericksCelebrate the release of Militants, Mobsters and Mavericks and discover the people and power struggles that helped build modern Toronto. Discover the stories of union leaders, immigrant workers, mobsters, and politicians who clashed for control of Toronto’s booming construction industry—and the lasting impact they had on the city we know today.
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Today at 7PM: Three Years of October: Fighting Bias and Radicalization in News Media (1237 Queen St. W.). The Catch's Scott Martin hosts a panel dissecting Canadian legacy news coverage of Israel's genocide. Desmond Cole, Samira Mohyeddin and Sonya Fatah bring their experience, expertise and...

eventbrite.comThree Years of October: Fighting Bias and Radicalization in News MediaThe Catch's Scott Martin hosts a panel dissecting Canadian legacy news coverage of Israel's genocide. Desmond Cole, Samira Mohyeddin and Sonya Fatah bring their experience, expertise and analysis to the Danu Social House to dissect the issue and discuss how to improve Canada's media landscape.
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Today at 6PM: Draw the Line Against Transphobic Violence in Schools (Online). Draw the Line Against Transphobic Violence is a free, 90-minute, instructor-led webinar that helps educators and school personnel take action against harmful anti-trans dynamics, building skills for fostering cultures...

egale-ca.zoom.usDraw the Line Against Transphobic Violence in SchoolsDraw the Line Against Transphobic Violence is a free, 90-minute, instructor-led webinar that helps educators and school personnel take action against harmful anti-trans dynamics, building skills for fostering cultures of consent, gender inclusion, and healthier relationships.
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Today at 1PM: Security and Readiness for Environmental Advocacy Groups (Online). In times where environmental advocacy faces increasing resistance from government and corporate powers, there may be things making you and your fellow organizers feel more challenged and less safe when doing your...

sustainabilitynetwork.caSecurity and Readiness for Environmental Advocacy GroupsIn times where environmental advocacy faces increasing resistance from government and corporate powers, there may be things making you and your fellow organizers feel more challenged and less safe when doing your work. The Holistic Readiness Center (HRC) is a new project that supports progressive organizations as they face security threats.
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Today at 1PM: Harm Reduction is for Everyone: Community Service Fair and Open House (CAMH, 1025 Queen St W Toronto, ON). Join for a casual afternoon of relaxed socializing, free harm reduction education, BTNX drug testing kits, peer support, and more! Giving away: Opiod overdose prevention...

eventbrite.caHarm Reduction is for Everyone: Community Service Fair and Open HouseJoin for a casual afternoon of relaxed socializing, free harm reduction education, BTNX drug testing kits, peer support, and more! Giving away: Opiod overdose prevention training and naloxone pick up, BTNX drug testing strips education, Nicotine replacement therapy kits, HIV/AIDS information and testing kits, Traditional medicines for Indigenous people.
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Today at 7PM: The Grind & The Breach election watch party (Trinity Common). Join The Breach and The Grind to eat, drink and be merry (or not) as we learn who’s on our next city council. There will be guest speakers providing insights on key city issues. Come raise a glass for strong independent...

eventbrite.caThe Grind & The Breach election watch partyJoin The Breach and The Grind to eat, drink and be merry (or not) as we learn who’s on our next city council. There will be guest speakers providing insights on key city issues. Come raise a glass for strong independent media, and cities where all of us can thrive.
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Today at 7PM: Fall Tenant Workshops: Looking for Housing and Leases (Online). Join the FMTA this Fall for a series of free tenant rights workshops. Meet other tenants, learn about your rights and ask questions! How do you find an apartment, avoid rental scams and illegal lease clauses. What is a...

torontotenants.orgFall Tenant Workshops: Looking for Housing and LeasesJoin the FMTA this Fall for a series of free tenant rights workshops. Meet other tenants, learn about your rights and ask questions! How do you find an apartment, avoid rental scams and illegal lease clauses. What is a standard lease?
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Today at 8PM: Queer the Vote Toronto: Pre-Election Karaoke (Three Dollar Bill). The night before election day, pass the mic, make some noise, and snap some pics encouraging our eligible loved ones to get out the vote, and bringing our community together — because showing up for each other...

instagram.comQueer the Vote Toronto: Pre-Election KaraokeThe night before election day, pass the mic, make some noise, and snap some pics encouraging our eligible loved ones to get out the vote, and bringing our community together — because showing up for each other starts with showing up.
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Today at 2PM: Community Ties QTBIPOC-focused Consultation – Toronto (Location given on registration). Help Shape the Future of The ArQuives as they enter an exciting new chapter and continue their national conversation to better understand how The ArQuives can grow its impact and remain...

arquives.caCommunity Ties QTBIPOC-focused Consultation – TorontoHelp Shape the Future of The ArQuives as they enter an exciting new chapter and continue their national conversation to better understand how The ArQuives can grow its impact and remain responsive to the diverse communities it supports.
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Today at 1PM: National day of Action: Rally for Cuba (361 University Ave). Monthly picket against the illegal and genocidal US blockade on Cuba. This month the United Nations is once again voting on the genocidal blockade illegally imposed by the US for the past 60+ years. Canada must vote...

instagram.comNational day of Action: Rally for CubaMonthly picket against the illegal and genocidal US blockade on Cuba. This month the United Nations is once again voting on the genocidal blockade illegally imposed by the US for the past 60+ years. Canada must vote against the blockade at the UN General Assembly!
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Today at 1PM: Learn How to Organise a Tenant Union In Your Building! (1303 Queen St W). Rent too high? Maintenance issues? Pests in your building? Stop turning to your landlord and start turning to your neigbours! There will be presentations from experienced housing organisers. Take home skills...

instagram.comLearn How to Organise a Tenant Union In Your Building!Rent too high? Maintenance issues? Pests in your building? Stop turning to your landlord and start turning to your neigbours! There will be presentations from experienced housing organisers. Take home skills to organise your own building and fight for better living conditions for you and your neighbours. Free snacks and childminding!
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Today at 1PM: Listen Up! A Downtown Toronto Sound Walk (King Street and University, M5H 4H2). An engaging, immersive stroll through downtown designed to change how you hear your surroundings. A walk to analyze urban noise sources, discuss their impact on our health and well-being, and explore...

tickettailor.comListen Up! A Downtown Toronto Sound WalkAn engaging, immersive stroll through downtown designed to change how you hear your surroundings. A walk to analyze urban noise sources, discuss their impact on our health and well-being, and explore practical policy changes needed to build quieter, more liveable communities.
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Today at 12PM: Songs of Resistance (90 Eglington Ave E). Resistance music carries stories, struggles, histories across borders and across generations. From songs of freedom to anthems of protest, music has long been a way to remember, resist, and reclaim our voices. Join this workshop to explore...

instagram.comSongs of ResistanceResistance music carries stories, struggles, histories across borders and across generations. From songs of freedom to anthems of protest, music has long been a way to remember, resist, and reclaim our voices. Join this workshop to explore the stories behind these songs, share music that moves us, and sing together in a collective 'Singing Laboratory'!
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Today at 10:30AM: Listen Up! A Downtown Toronto Sound Walk (King Street and University, M5H 4H2). An engaging, immersive stroll through downtown designed to change how you hear your surroundings. A guided walk to analyze urban noise sources, discuss their impact on our health and well-being, and...

tickettailor.comListen Up! A Downtown Toronto Sound WalkAn engaging, immersive stroll through downtown designed to change how you hear your surroundings. A guided walk to analyze urban noise sources, discuss their impact on our health and well-being, and explore practical policy changes needed to build quieter, more liveable communities.
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Today at 8PM: Toronto Launch: Revolutions of Our Times (Another Story Bookshop). The Peoples Want present the Toronto launch of Revolution of Our Times with Leila al-Shami & Elia Ayoub. From the encounters between rebels from the global peripheries, fighters from the margins of North America,...

eventbrite.caToronto Launch: Revolutions of Our Times The Peoples Want present the Toronto launch of Revolution of Our Times with Leila al-Shami & Elia Ayoub. From the encounters between rebels from the global peripheries, fighters from the margins of North America, and dissidents from the centres of Empire, this book weaves a fabric of transnational solidarity.
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Today at 4PM: Film screening & discussion: Shoot the People (The Redwood Theatre). Join a screening of Shoot The People, a documentary capturing Misan Harriman’s journey documenting global protes, including Black Lives Matter and the struggle for Palestinian liberation. After the film, engage...

actionnetwork.orgFilm screening & discussion: Shoot the People Join a screening of Shoot The People, a documentary capturing Misan Harriman’s journey documenting global protes, including Black Lives Matter and the struggle for Palestinian liberation. After the film, engage with a panelist for a discussion. All proceeds will be donated to medical aid to Palestine.
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Today at 3:30PM: Worldwide Kick Off Rally to Abolish the Fur Trade (Yorkville Park 130 Cumberland Street). Join the World-Wide Kickoff Rally on October 24th, 3:30 to 5:30 Cities around the world will join in solidarity to march for fur-bearing animals to abolish the fur trade!

animalrightstoronto.comWorldwide Kick Off Rally to Abolish the Fur TradeJoin the World-Wide Kickoff Rally on October 24th, 3:30 to 5:30 Cities around the world will join in solidarity to march for fur-bearing animals to abolish the fur trade!
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Today at 2PM: Craft Supply Swap (Tranzac, 292 Brunswick Ave, M5S 2M7). All are welcome to this community craft supply swap! Bring your gently used arts and crafts supplies/tools/materials and find items to take home. Meet local artists and creatives, declutter your craft space, and maybe pick up...

docs.google.comCraft Supply SwapAll are welcome to this community craft supply swap! Bring your gently used arts and crafts supplies/tools/materials and find items to take home. Meet local artists and creatives, declutter your craft space, and maybe pick up a new hobby.
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Today at 2PM: Understanding Basic Tenant Rights (virtual ). Workshop on basic tenant rights. Topics include: How to look for an apartment, How to spot illegal lease clauses, When and how the rent increases, How to get repairs done, What to do when you want to move, How to fight an eviction.

torontotenants.orgUnderstanding Basic Tenant RightsWorkshop on basic tenant rights. Topics include: How to look for an apartment, How to spot illegal lease clauses, When and how the rent increases, How to get repairs done, What to do when you want to move, How to fight an eviction.
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Today at 2PM: Community Ties Community-wide Consultation – Toronto (Location given on registration). Help Shape the Future of The ArQuives as they enter an exciting new chapter and continue their national conversation to better understand how The ArQuives can grow its impact and remain...

arquives.caCommunity Ties Community-wide Consultation – TorontoHelp Shape the Future of The ArQuives as they enter an exciting new chapter and continue their national conversation to better understand how The ArQuives can grow its impact and remain responsive to the diverse communities it supports.
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Today at 1PM: Handout Flyers about Toronto-Danforth Councillor Candidate Survey Results! (Broadview Station). TTC Riders sent all councillor candidates in Toronto-Danforth a survey about transit rider priorities, and their responses are in. Come help hand out fliers and tell residents of...

campaigndashboard.app Handout Flyers about Toronto-Danforth Councillor Candidate Survey Results! TTC Riders sent all councillor candidates in Toronto-Danforth a survey about transit rider priorities, and their responses are in. Come help hand out fliers and tell residents of Toronto-Danforth where their candidates stand on transit!
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Today at 1PM: Rallies for Publicly Funded Education (Queen's Park). Across Ontario, teachers, education workers, families, and communities are coming together to stand up for publicly funded education. Join OSSTF at one of five regional rallies to call for the staff, resources, and supports...

opseu.orgRallies for Publicly Funded EducationAcross Ontario, teachers, education workers, families, and communities are coming together to stand up for publicly funded education. Join OSSTF at one of five regional rallies to call for the staff, resources, and supports students need to succeed.
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Today at 7PM: So Much Things To Say: An Open Mic and Reading Series for Black Writers (Another Story Bookshop). Join Another Story for the inaugural reading, featuring Phillip Dwight Morgan. Hosted by Dianah Smith! This is a space to honour our ancestors, to celebrate the daily accomplishment of...

eventbrite.caSo Much Things To Say: An Open Mic and Reading Series for Black WritersJoin Another Story for the inaugural reading, featuring Phillip Dwight Morgan. Hosted by Dianah Smith! This is a space to honour our ancestors, to celebrate the daily accomplishment of being alive. It is a space that will hold the pain you’ve poured onto the page and will offer you the grace that has always been your birthright.
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Today at 6PM: Free Palestine Wiki Edit-a-Thon (Available upon registration (downtown)). Join this edit-a-thon to populate Wikipedia entries honouring martyred Palestinian artists and exposing the Canadian, Zionist backers of genocide. The evening will begin with Palestinian short films, followed...

docs.google.comFree Palestine Wiki Edit-a-ThonJoin this edit-a-thon to populate Wikipedia entries honouring martyred Palestinian artists and exposing the Canadian, Zionist backers of genocide. The evening will begin with Palestinian short films, followed by a Wikipedia 101 session and hands-on editing. Snacks provided, feel free to bring your own!
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Today at 6PM: Technology Walk Brampton (8 Queen St E). ​CivicTechBrampton hosts the First Inaugural Technology Walk Brampton. A technology walk helps us better understand the technology around us, including surveillance technologies. Wear walking shoes and bring a weatherproof jacket!

luma.comTechnology Walk Brampton​CivicTechBrampton hosts the First Inaugural Technology Walk Brampton. A technology walk helps us better understand the technology around us, including surveillance technologies. Wear walking shoes and bring a weatherproof jacket!
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Today at 6PM: Handout Flyers about Etobicoke-Lakeshore Councillor Candidate Survey Results! (Kipling Subway Station). TTC Riders sent all councillor candidates in Etobicoke-Lakeshore a survey about transit rider priorities, and their responses are in. Come help hand out fliers and tell residents...

campaigndashboard.appHandout Flyers about Etobicoke-Lakeshore Councillor Candidate Survey Results! TTC Riders sent all councillor candidates in Etobicoke-Lakeshore a survey about transit rider priorities, and their responses are in. Come help hand out fliers and tell residents of Etobicoke-Lakeshore where their candidates stand on transit!
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Today at 6PM: Human Rights & HRTO: Understanding Your Rights and Seeking Remedies (virtual). This session explores protections under the Ontario Human Rights Code and what families can expect when filing and navigating an HRTO application. Topics include protections under the Ontario Human Rights...

eventbrite.caHuman Rights & HRTO: Understanding Your Rights and Seeking RemediesThis session explores protections under the Ontario Human Rights Code and what families can expect when filing and navigating an HRTO application. Topics include protections under the Ontario Human Rights Code, filing an HRTO application, and navigating the application process and seeking remedies.
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Today at 5:30PM: Staging Environmental Action – Cars, Transit, and Inclusion (The Hub, Scarborough). Staging Environmental Action is a free, hands-on theatre project where creativity meets environmental action. Whether you're passionate about the environment, curious about theatre, or simply...

eventbrite.comStaging Environmental Action – Cars, Transit, and InclusionStaging Environmental Action is a free, hands-on theatre project where creativity meets environmental action. Whether you're passionate about the environment, curious about theatre, or simply looking to connect with your community, this is your chance to make your voice heard.
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Today at 7:30PM: Say No to AI Data Centres Virtual Town Hall (Online). Concerned about AI data centre development in Ontario? Interested in learning more about AI data centres and how to get involved in local advocacy to call on a moratorium? Join this virtual town hall meeting to learn more!

eventbrite.caSay No to AI Data Centres Virtual Town HallConcerned about AI data centre development in Ontario? Interested in learning more about AI data centres and how to get involved in local advocacy to call on a moratorium? Join this virtual town hall meeting to learn more!
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Today at 7PM: TWC Book Club: End Times Fascism (Bahen Centre for Information Technology). The TWC Book Club is back with a series of sessions to read End Times Fascism by Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor. In this, book the authors address how billionaire tech barons are increasingly embracing the...

luma.comTWC Book Club: End Times FascismThe TWC Book Club is back with a series of sessions to read End Times Fascism by Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor. In this, book the authors address how billionaire tech barons are increasingly embracing the idea that the world is going to collapse and only a selected few will survive.
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Today at 6:30PM: Book Launch: Militants, Mobsters and Mavericks (Blackhurst Cultural Centre). Celebrate the release of Militants, Mobsters and Mavericks and discover the people and power struggles that helped build modern Toronto. Discover the stories of union leaders, immigrant workers,...

twhp.caBook Launch: Militants, Mobsters and MavericksCelebrate the release of Militants, Mobsters and Mavericks and discover the people and power struggles that helped build modern Toronto. Discover the stories of union leaders, immigrant workers, mobsters, and politicians who clashed for control of Toronto’s booming construction industry—and the lasting impact they had on the city we know today.
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Today at 6PM: Scarborough Community Art Social (The Hub Mid-Scarborough). Looking for dedicated time and space to work on your art? All skill levels are welcome to create, stay motivated, and connect with fellow creatives. Bring a project you’re already working on or start something new. Basic...

eventbrite.comScarborough Community Art SocialLooking for dedicated time and space to work on your art? All skill levels are welcome to create, stay motivated, and connect with fellow creatives. Bring a project you’re already working on or start something new. Basic art materials will be provided, or feel free to bring your own supplies.
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Today at 11AM: Oppose AI Data Centres in Ontario (Malton GO, Mississauga, ON). Canada's biggest data center event, the Global Data Centre & Cloud Expo "connects the industry's most influential decision-makers under one roof". These decision makers need to know that Canadians and their data are...

surveymonkey.caOppose AI Data Centres in OntarioCanada's biggest data center event, the Global Data Centre & Cloud Expo "connects the industry's most influential decision-makers under one roof". These decision makers need to know that Canadians and their data are not for sale. Join OAC, Fight Ford, and stopthedatacentre.ca for a peaceful demonstration.
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Today at 7PM: Civic Meetup #565: Measuring Main Streets: Data Tools for Transit-Oriented Communities (Hybrid: Online & address available to attendees). Understanding what communities need from housing and transit, and deploying evidence-based responses to those needs is hard. To equip community...

guild.hostCivic Meetup #565: Measuring Main Streets: Data Tools for Transit-Oriented CommunitiesUnderstanding what communities need from housing and transit, and deploying evidence-based responses to those needs is hard. To equip community leaders with needed tools, the Canadian Urban Institute (CUI) developed Measuring Main Streets. We'll demo the platform's tools and show how they go beyond traditional transit-oriented development.
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Today at 6PM: CSI Cinema: Econoclast (Centre for Social Innovation). ​CSI, Doughnut Economics Collective Toronto, & Kesaco are excited to present a screening of the newly released documentary, Econoclast: Herman Daly and the Gospel of Growth. ​Econoclast is a documentary film about Herman...

luma.comCSI Cinema: Econoclast​CSI, Doughnut Economics Collective Toronto, & Kesaco are excited to present a screening of the newly released documentary, Econoclast: Herman Daly and the Gospel of Growth. ​Econoclast is a documentary film about Herman Daly, often called the father of ecological economics, who recognized that the economy is a subsystem of the Earth’s biosphere
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Today at 6PM: GDD 2026: Toronto Documentary Screening (available to attendees). DECT, Centre for Social Innovation & Kesaco invite you to rediscover the roots of ecological economics. They are excited to present a screening of the newly released documentary, Econoclast: Herman Daly and the Gospel...

doughnuteconomics.orgGDD 2026: Toronto Documentary ScreeningDECT, Centre for Social Innovation & Kesaco invite you to rediscover the roots of ecological economics. They are excited to present a screening of the newly released documentary, Econoclast: Herman Daly and the Gospel of Growth. The event will include opening remarks from the documentary team and guest speakers, screening, and post-film discussion.
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Today at 5PM: Palestine Mapathon (U of T). Palestine Open Maps is a platform that allows users to explore Palestinian History through historical maps and cartographic data. Come join Hearing Palestine in contributing to Palestine Open Maps, applying your GIS skills while making geographical...

instagram.comPalestine MapathonPalestine Open Maps is a platform that allows users to explore Palestinian History through historical maps and cartographic data. Come join Hearing Palestine in contributing to Palestine Open Maps, applying your GIS skills while making geographical information accessible for the community.