When Ramadan comes, IDI Toronto’s “Meet Your Neighbour” program takes a new turn with the arrival of iftar dinners. The program is year-around, however the interest triples when Iftar dinners are there. For Muslims, the iftar (breaking-of-fast) dinners are a crucial part of the holy month of Ramadan, and they try their best to avoid […]
Ramadan Dinner and Interfaith Panel Theme: “Empathetic Acceptance” Speakers: Hanny Hassan Co-Chair, National Muslim- Christian Liason Committee Rev. Dr. Karen Hamilton General Secretary, Canadian Council of Churches Rabbi Baruch Frydman-Kohl President, Toronto Board of Rabbis Every year, the Intercultural Dialogue Institute GTA hosts a series of community Iftar (fast-breaking) dinners during […]
Developed by the Department of Culture and Leisure of city of Simirshamn in Sweden, More Than One Story is a unique and powerful bilingual card game which builds bridges between people of all ages, backgrounds and cultures. More Than One Story has proven to be a valuable tool for social workers, teachers, religious leaders, event […]
LUNCHEON TALK Community Policing & Dropping Crime Rates: Last Decade of Toronto Police Speaker: William Bill Blair Chief of Toronto Police Service November 26th, 2014 – 11:45am – 1:30pm 481 University ave, suite 711, Toronto, ON M5G 2E9 11:45am – Registration | 12:00pm – Lunch | 12:30pm – Speech & Q&A | 1:30pm – Closing Chief William Bill Blair was appointed […]
TOLERANCE DAY BRUNCH In Celebration of the International Day for Tolerance Speaker: Dr. Gina Valle Leading Diversity Trainer, Speaker & Author Read more about Gina Valle Theme: “Where to start when it comes to Tolerance?” Also featuring Live Ebru (water marbling) Art Performance Program: Registration | Opening remarks | Brunch | Keynote address & […]
INTERCULTURAL DIALOGUE INSTITUTE GTA & REGIS COLLEGE co-hosted ISLAM’S JESUS LECTURE & BOOK SIGNING September 22nd, 2014 – 6-8pm Regis College, 100 Wellesley St W, Toronto, ON M5S 2Z5 About “Islam’s Jesus” Few people realize that Jesus was a prominent messenger of God in Islam and that Muslims believe in the return of Jesus. Islam’s […]
This event will be in French. Click here to see the original flyer in French. Canadian Values and Our Multicultural Heritage Luncheon Date Thursday, 23 October 2014 Venue 481 University Avenue Suite 711, Toronto, ON M5G 2E9 Program 11:45: Registration 12:00: Lunch 12:30: Talk 01:30: End Rubin Friedman member of the Board of Directors Canadian […]
Les valeurs canadiennes et notre patrimoine multiculturel Rubin Friedman membre du Conseil de gestion de la Fondation canadienne des relations raciales Au cours de quarante ans, au gouvernement fédéral et dans le secteur bénévole, il s’est occupé des questions de droits de la personne, de multiculturalisme, et de langues officielles, sur les […]
Toronto editor of Globe and Mail, Angela Murphy, and the investigative reporter Greg McArthur shared their experiences and challenges while covering the 4th largest metropolis of North America, Toronto. Greg McArthur has kindly agreed to fill in for Robyn Doolittle, who had to miss to event as she were given a last-minute out-of-town assignment […]
Videos are at the bottom, and more photos are at our Facebook Page Interfaith Symposium & Concert dedicated to Internatinonal Peace Day 2014 September 21, 2014 Metropolitan United Church 56 Queen St E, Toronto, ON M5C 2Z3 SYMPOSIUM 2:00 – 5:00pm Panel 1. “Sources of Religious Conflict in the Middle Ages” Prof. Mark Meyerson, University […]
“Unspoken Role of Documentary Festivals in World Socio-politics” by Chris McDonald, President of HotDocs Festival LUNCHEON: Unspoken role of Documentary Festivals in World Socio-politics CHRIS MCDONALD PRESIDENT HOT DOCS DOCUMENTARY FESTIVAL Chris McDonald was appointed Executive Director of Hot Docs Canadian International Documentary Festival in October of 1998. In 2013, he was named Hot […]
GREATER BUDDHISM (MAHAYANA) Summary of the presentation by Suzanne Irwin The Intercultural Dialogue Institute (IDI) welcomed Mahayana Buddhist Zenji Acharya to an intimate gathering at its GTA headquarters September 17, 2014. Zenji, dressed not in a monk’s orange garb but in black trousers, a dress shirt and a suit jacket accompanied by ancient malas, his black shoulder length […]
Aurora Intercultural Iftar Dinner with York CAS at the Aurora Cultural Centre Theme: “Mental Health and Social Inclusion” Speaker: Steve Luire, Exec. Dir., Canadian Mental Health Association Toronto Branch Guest of Honour; […]
IDI GTA and Toronto Police Service have organized the 3rd annual Ramadan Friendship Dinner for Community Leaders on July 26th at the Plunkett Campus of Nile Academy. About 200 guests enjoyed the experiencing the fast-breaking tradition of their Muslim neighbours. Chair of Toronto Police Service Board, Alok Mukherjee, and MP Judy Sgro were among the […]
Ramadan Intercultural Friendship Dinner July 22nd, 2014, 7:00pm – 9:30pm “When We are Called” A speech about People , Community, Leadership, and how it can impact the future. Speaker: Dan Carter Professional Speaker, Television Broadcaster and Author Guest of Honour: Hon. Chris Alexander Minister of Citizenship and Immigration Also Featuring Live Flamenco Guitar Performance by […]
The intercultural Ramadan dinner organized in partnership with Canadian Diabetes Association (CDA) have attracted an audience from all backgrounds raising $1295 for CDA. Money was raised through tickets sales and silent auction. IDI GTA is proud for having been able to contribute for such an important cause.
Lieutenant Governor David C. Onley generously hosted a reception for the finalists of IDI’s Art & Essay Contest on Thursday, July 10, 2014 at the Lieutenant Governor’s Suite in Queen’s Park. Parents and teachers of the finalists have also attended the occasion, where Chris Leahy, chair of Durham Catholic District School Board, offered a thank-you speech on behalf of […]
IDI GTA and Pathways to Education Canada collaborated to host the second Pathways Alumni Intercultural Dinner. The event provided a friendly platform to celebrate diversity, engage in dialogue, and enjoy an intercultural experience. Pathways graduates and guests had the pleasure of hearing from distinguished guests Glen Murray, who shared his thoughts about our multicultural society […]
Every year Intercultural Dialogue Institute GTA hosts a series of “Community Iftar (fast-breaking) Dinners” during the month of Ramadan. Iftar dinners bring together people of various faith and Ethno-Cultural backgrounds and serve as a means of fostering dialogue and cross-cultural awareness. Each of these dinners has received many attendees from all walks of life including […]
Every year Intercultural Dialogue Institute GTA hosts a series of “Community Iftar (fast-breaking) Dinners” during the month of Ramadan. Iftar dinners bring together people of various faith and Ethno-Cultural backgrounds and serve as a means of fostering dialogue and cross-cultural awareness. Each of these dinners has received many attendees from all walks of life including government […]
Every year Intercultural Dialogue Institute GTA hosts a series of “Community Iftar (fast-breaking) Dinners” during the month of Ramadan. Iftar dinners bring together people of various faith and Ethno-Cultural backgrounds and serve as a means of fostering dialogue and cross-cultural awareness. Each of these dinners has received many attendees from all walks of life including government […]
Women from IDI GTA and Sisterhood of St. John the Divine have organized a one-day interfaith retreat to bring together the believers of three Abrahamic Religions. Jewish, Christian and Muslim women gathered to discuss the female role models in their respective faith traditions. Experiencing the daily life of the women living in SSJD, quiet lunch […]
FINALIST ESSAYS (click on each name to read the essay) Gwen McCrone, Grade 10, Brock High School, DDSB – FIRST PLACE Jamie Chen, Grade 10, Pickering High School, DDSB – SECOND PLACE Abutalib Mohammad, Grade 12, Archbishop Denis O’Connor Catholic High School, DCDSB – THIRD PLACE Faith Zwarych, Grade 12, Archbishop Denis O’Connor […]
We were deeply saddened by the mine explosion in Western Turkey that has so far taken the lives of 284 miners. This accident, which is now the deadliest in Turkish history, means sons, brothers, fathers and husbands have been taken from their families. We pray for those lost and their loved ones in this difficult […]
Durham Region Art & Essay Contest 2014 Awards Ceremony was held on May 21st, 2014 at Ajax Convention Centre. PCeremony started with a reception accompanied by a live accordion concert and the exhibition of finalist posters and essays. Martyn Beckett, director of education at DDSB introduced Mike Ewles, Chief of Durham Police, as the host […]
Please click here to see the PDF version of Dr. Hulchaski’s presentation Luncheon Toronto’s Growing Socio-Spatial Divides: How Rising Income Inequality & Income Polarization are Reshaping the City? Speaker: J. David Hulchanski Professor, Housing and Community Development Factor-Inwentash Faculty of Social Work University of Toronto David Hulchanski is a professor of […]
LUNCHEON TALK “After Haiyan” Speakers: Junever Mahilum-West Consul-General of the Philippines in Toronto Captain Geoff Boisseau Toronto Fire Services Team Lead – GlobalFire- Tacloban Capacity Building Operation 2014 GlobalFire is an operational arm of the David McAntony Gibson Foundation (DMGF), a registered Canadian charity. DMGF launches programs […]
LUNCHEON TALK Examining the Progress of Ontario Fairness Commission: Advances, Challenges and Outlook for the Future Speaker: Hon. Jean Augustine Fairness Commissioner for Ontario About the Speaker Hon. Jean Augustine was appointed as the first Fairness Commissioner for Ontario in March 2007. Ms. Augustine was born in Grenada and came to […]
FO GUANG SHAN TEMPLE OF TORONTO present “The Last Rite” Documentary Screening & Interfaith Panel “A powerful documentary on the last rite of passage; death, and how it is perceived and ritualized in the Buddhist, Hindu and Muslim religions.” Click this link to see an overview of the film: http://www.diversity-matters.ca/the-last-rite-documentary.html Time: May 3, 2pm Venue: Fo Guang […]
Public Heroes GTA 2014 Awards Ceremony was held on April 23rd at Japanese Canadian Cultural Centre. An audience of 200 people joined IDI GTA in honouring the outstanding police officers, firefighters and paramedics from Durham, York and Toronto. People enjoyed the dinner and a speech by the MP Roxanne James praising the work of first […]
“The Quebec Charter of Values: issues and legal and policy implications” Luncheon was held on Date 17 April 2014 Venue 481 University Avenue Suite 711, Toronto, ON M5G 2E9 Program 11:45: Registration 12:00: Lunch 12:30: Talk and Questions 01:30: End of Program Tickets can be purchased at www.idigta.eventbrite.ca Awalou Ouedraogo Études internationales Campus […]
Télécharger la présentation … Summary of the Event in English Professor Ouedraogo holds a doctorate in international law from the Graduate Institute of International and Development Studies of the University of Geneva. Her research focuses on the historical and philosophical aspects of international law, legal theory, war and its alternatives, human rights, the peaceful […]
Luncheon “Contradictions in Multiculturalism and Immigrant Integration: Where Do We Go from Here?” Speaker: Usha George, Dean, Faculty of Community Services Ryerson University, Toronto. Prior to taking up her current position as Dean of the Faculty of Community Services, Dr. George was Associate Dean at the Faculty of Social Work, University of […]
The luncheon, Disconnecting in a connected world, hosted by the Intercultural Dialogue Institute on April 3, 2014, was an enlightening experience. Mike Wise was the guest speaker and he gave a presentation on a topic that directly affected his life, as well as the lives of millions of other around the world. In today’s day […]
Film Screening and Panel Discussion “St. Francis and the Sultan: A Model for Peacemaking” Panelists: Fr. Damian MacPherson, Director of the Office of Ecumenical and Interfaith Affairs, Archdiocese of Toronto Amjad Tarsin, Muslim Chaplain, University of Toronto Vivian Kwok, Admin. Assistant with the Office of Ecumenical and Interfaith Affairs, Archdiocese of Toronto Muneeb Nasir, […]
“Culture and Mental Health” Speakers: Cindy del Villar, M.S.W. Youth & Family Counsellor, Rapport Youth and Family Services Cindy del Villar is a Youth and Family Counsellor at the Rapport Youth and Family Services Centre and has her Masters in Social Work. She studied at the University of Western Ontario and […]
Dr. Reynolds joined the Emmanuel College faculty in 2007. He previously taught in the Religious Studies department at St. Norbert College (De Pere, WI). Committed to an interdisciplinary and relational vision of theology, his teaching and research address a range of topics related to constructive theology (particularly the doctrine of God and […]
