Meet Latchmee! As an ECE she cares and educates children in LEF centres. Latchmee enjoys working with dedicated coworkers.
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As the designated supervisor at her centre, she steps in when the supervisor is away, and has the duty of managing efficiency and safety at the centre!

There's a new program from LEF! Internationally Trained educators can learn about Ontario's child care sector.

We will have information sessions next week on July 16 and July 18, both at 11 AM for our 15-week cohort starting on September 8.

More Info: l8r.it/zgTO

Welcome to Summer 😎🌞

LEF is hosting Summer Activities for the next few weeks, and we're offering learning opportunities for #Newcomers to Canada, from Sewing to Computer Essentials.

Join us for learning opportunities and more!

Register by calling us at 437-229-8882

During June we celebrate and honour the strength, humour, and wisdom older adults bring to our community for Seniors Month. 💛

As part of this celebration, LEF was thrilled to join the Oakwood Vaughan Oasis for Healthy Aging on their 3-year anniversary! 🎉✨

#LEF #HealthyAging

Thanks to @ParticipACTION we had the incredible opportunity to take 20 Canadian newcomers from our LINC Level 5 & 6 classes on a canoeing trip on the #HumberRiver

We're so grateful to @ParticipACTIONf for making this #Canadian experience possible for curious Newcomers.

During National Indigenous History Month, we are reflecting on the Seasonal Pedagogy.

To read more about how LEF incorporates the Seasonal Pedagogy into our mission, tap here: l8r.it/Cpoq

#truthandreconcilation #indigenous #nationalindigenoushistorymonth

Yesterday, LEF hosted our Annual Health & Safety Quest Day, a day dedicated to promoting wellness, safety, and team spirit in the workplace.

More than just a day of fun, it reinforces our ongoing commitment to creating a healthy, supportive, and where everyone can thrive!

At LEF we have made it a priority that we walk with the Indigenous on our path to reconciliation. We will be hosting some activities this month involving Indigenous teachings!

Learn about LEF and the Indigenous: l8r.it/g0QD

#NationalIndigenousHistoryMonth
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Early Childhood Educators such as Beverly work to guide and direct children towards their development. Beverly enjoys seeing the children go through their milestones. Beverly gives advice to new educators, saying that they should enjoy their job.

#ECE #RECE #EarlyChildhood

LEF will attend #TorontoNewcomerDay

Learn about what we do to support Newcomers to Canada, such as our LINC classes, youth program, and more!

We can't wait to see you at Nathan Phillips Square on May 28th from 10AM to 3PM!

#LEF#Toronto #torontonewcomerday2025 #TONewcomerDay

Are you looking for a space to meet, plan, and host your next event?
The Learning Enrichment Foundation is offering rooms for productive meetings, creative workshops, and fun-filled gatherings.

Learn more about our flexible spaces here: l8r.it/cWIM

Do you feel like you need to improve your well-being and feel more confident as you get ready to join the workforce? LEF's Wellness Network is a welcoming space where you can feel supported every step of the way!

Learn more about the program here:
l8r.it/m1HE

One of the most successful programs going on right now LEF is the Launch Your Career program. ⁠Learn about entering the workforce, and try to start a 12-week placement to begin your career!
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Learn more about our cohort starting on June 16th here: l8r.it/3EyY

💬 Big thanks to everyone who joined us at the Mount Dennis People’s Summit!

It was an amazing day of learning, listening, and connecting - with neighbours, advocates, and local leaders all coming together to talk about how we can protect what matters most in our community.

LEF's mission would not be possible if not for the help we get from so many friendly faces. Let's explore one of the many helpful hands of LEF, and meet Angela! She is a #RCE that focuses on teaching through play.
Angela helps children reach milestones such as talking & walking!

Join us in congratulating our latest graduates of LEF's Launch Your Career program! The program helping people aged 15-30 learn about entering the workforce has been having a wonderful time lately with each cohort.

Learn about how you can join here: lefca.org/employment/lau…

Wondering how to get to the Mount Dennis People’s Summit? We’ve got you covered with all the parking options and transit routes you need to make your journey smooth.

Check out the details now so you’re set for the big day.

Getting there is the first step to starting change.

⏳ The wait is almost over, the summit is tomorrow!

📅 Check out the agenda to plan ahead, find the sessions that interest you, and get ready for powerful conversations. Expect bold ideas, real solutions, and a community coming together to create change.

⏳ The wait is almost over! Tomorrow, the Mount Dennis People's Summit is bringing the community together to talk about the future of our neighborhood. 🏙️✨

Be sure to check out the Summit’s resources page on the LEF Website for valuable tools and information.

See you there!

We are delighted to announce the launch of our new Resource Section, now live on our website! This central hub is designed to provide both the LEF community and staff with easy access to information and tools, including answers to FAQs!

Learn more here: lefca.org/news/introduci…

This cohort of LEF's Launch Your Career had a great time learning about how to excel at 1-on-1 interviews, helpful knowledge for individuals seeking to enter the job market of today.

To help keep their cool, participants were offered an emotional support avocado!

Say hello to Tenzin! An incredibly hard working face around LEF, Tenzin works in Maintenance.

Working to prevent issues and fixing them when they do happen, LEF would not be the same without the hard work Tenzin puts in, and we all say a big thank you!

The Mount Dennis People’s Summit is a community-led anti-displacement event that brings together individuals involved with & around the community to build on the City’s existing plans by centering community voices.

Learn more and register here: l8r.it/ZStU

Do you have any March Break travel plans? LEF is here to give you a heads up about measles. This dangerous and contagious disease can be found around the world and is in Canada.

Stay safe, and ensure you are up to date on vaccines. Get your MMR vaccine to protect yourself.

On February 27, 2025, Toronto West Local Immigration Partnership (TWLIP) held its Year-End Event, "Honouring Our Journey, Inspiring Tomorrow," at LEF to celebrate 12 years of impact and look forward to what lies ahead with TSLIP.

Join LEF and the Weston Mount Dennis Service Providers Network TOMORROW at ‘Black on Weston’ for an afternoon of storytelling, art, food and live performances!

Performances include Makka Stoute, Sydanie, the Weston Hub Choir, and Frontlines Youth, and there will be FREE food!

LEF celebrates #BlackHistoryMonth and acknowledges the legacy and contributions of Black staff, volunteers, clients, students, families, children, and community members of Mount Dennis.

#blackhistory #blackexcellence #blackculture #bhm #bhm2025 #february

Real Food for Real Kids has been hosting tasting sessions at our child care centres to help parents experience the meals firsthand. We visited a tasting at George Harvey Child Care Centre.

More about the tastings and our new provider of child care meals: lefca.org/collections/ar…

A look at the faces making #LEF great continues as we meet Nadia Flavien! She is a #ECA who tries to ensure children at centres are healthy, happy and entertained.
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Nadia says that she is always in a good mood because of the children's vibrant & different personalities.

Looking to learn about becoming an Early Childhood Assistant? LEF is having a new cohort!

Join us for an information session on February 12th, and be invited to the beginning of classes starting March 10th. See you there!

Register for the info session: us02web.zoom.us/meeting/regist…

In the Winter season, LEF had a number of graduations! We witnessed and celebrated milestones in five programs at LEF. Every graduate represents a story of growth, hope and resilience; these graduations are a new beginning for their journey.

Read more: l8r.it/AEwp

Food fuels our stomachs and our brains, and good nutrition is essential to childhood development as they learn and play. LEF is proud to have partnered with for those who make delicious food, Real Food For Real Kids.

Read more about our partnership: l8r.it/Ho4b

Meet Felix Amato! A Client Engagement Worker who works to connect interested LEF clients to their needs, such as to a job or a program.

Felix believes "You need to have the passion to help people love what you do and everything else will fall into place. Just do your best."

Have you heard about our free program called Computer Skills for Today?

The program teaches Newcomers and Seniors about safely using computers, and the Internet.

Register for upcoming classes by speaking to Carolina Giraldo by calling
416-989-5621 or 416-769-0830 Ext. 2054

One of the most captivating programs going on right now at LEF has to be the Launch Your #Career program.

Join us for the cohort starting on March 10th, and secure your spot today, just contact Giselle at lyc@lefca.org, scan the QR code, or register at l8r.it/Dpva

We are excited to introduce our new catering partner for our #childcare centres, Real Food for Real Kids!

We will share more about our new partnership soon, as well as an opportunity for parents and families to meet with RFRK at our centres, and #taste their food.

2,524 Pounds of Food Donated! To end 2024, LEF partnered with @nyhfb and challenged the community to #donate food, and we're blown away at how much everyone gave!
Thank you so much for showing support and #charity to those in need around the season of giving!

#fooddonation #LEF

Thank you, LEF community, for an amazing 2024! 💙 To our clients, partners, staff, and volunteers – your support inspires us. 🙌 Back Jan. 2 for an exciting 2025! 🎉 Wishing you a joyful holiday season. 🌟

-The LEF Team

Read More: l8r.it/LxpN

Say hello to Giselle Figueroa! Starting her career with LEF as a coordinator of the Youth Program, Giselle has become a program coordinator for Launch Your Career, which has just launched a new cohort. Learn about the free program here: l8r.it/4jyU

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#GivingTuesday is today! If you are looking to give back, LEF accepts donations in our mission of improving the quality of life in the Weston/Mount Dennis area.

To learn more about how #giving #donating #volunteering, and becoming a member can help LEF: l8r.it/JxOL

Tomorrow is #InternationalDayofPersonswithDisabilities when we celebrate the strength of people living with disabilities.

A disability is not a barrier, it’s a source of strength, resilience, and creativity. A source of unique perspectives, problem-solving skills, and more.

On November 28, LEF, @FrancesNunziata and city staff representing 4 City Divisions were joined by Mount Dennis residents and allies to begin the implementation of the Mount Dennis Community for All Action Plan.

Learn more about the plan here: lefca.org/lef-in-the-com…

Last month was the second graduation of our Building Maintenance and Superintendent Training!

Eduardo, the program instructor said, “It’s been amazing, I love the energy that happened here. You came to every workshop and welcomed every guest speaker with a lot of engagement.”

We are incredibly proud of the work that we do here at LEF. Every day we receive feedback, and it warms our hearts when clients ask for us to share their feedback as a testimonial.

Today's #testimonial is from a #newcomer who received volunteering and job support from LEF.

Today is #RemembranceDay a holiday that commemorates those who have died serving their country. A holiday in #Canada & #UK #Commonwealth countries. A symbol of Remembrance Day is the #poppy inspired by the poem "In Flanders Fields". At 11 AM, observe 1 or 2 minutes of silence.

Update after a few days: @nyhfb and LEF have collected 523 pounds of food so far. Amazing!

Happy 24th #ChildCareWorkerandEarlyChildhood EducatorAppreciation Day Today we recognize committed and hard working educators and staff out there.

Please take the time to reach out to all child care workers and educators this Thursday, showing gratitude and appreciation!

Back in Weston Wheels, LEF's local affordable #bike shop in #MountDennis we are talking about how we give back to the #community with free #bicycle giveaways and more.

Watch the full vide on our YouTube here: l8r.it/mRVG

#toronto #ontario #nonprofit #canada

Curious about what it's like to attend a Family Teaching Circle?

Join us tomorrow in-person or request to watch it online here: lefca.org/workshops-even…

Last week, LEF’s VP of Community and Placemaking, Amina Yassin Omar, spoke at the #EvergreenConference2024 on a panel about the role of local #nonprofits in creating physical places and safe spaces for their communities, themed “Unlocking public spaces for people and planet”.