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Icon of the event Street Smarts--Safe Cycling Workshop presented by Cycle Toronto
Sat Aug 17, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Beaches

Learn the rules. Learn your rights. Learn the skills to ride with confidence. Cycle Toronto's interactive Street Smarts workshops cover the benefits of commuting by bicycle, laws that govern cyclists and motorists, technique...

Icon of the event 4 Seasons of Wellness: Summer Stress and Sleep
Wed Jul 17, 2013 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Main Street

Stress is at the root of all disease and you have the power to change it. Get a handle on stress and learn some simple and effective techniques to improve sleep. Co-sponsored program with Wavelength Wellness. Register in-per...

Icon of the event Healthy Heart...Healthy Life!
Tue Jun 25, 2013 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Beaches

Join us for a free workshop on Heart Health. Topics include uncovering the causes of heart attacks and strokes, determining your risk of heart disease; you will also learn about healthy eating, physical activity and reducing ...

Icon of the event Osteoporosis and Bone Health
Wed Jun 19, 2013 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Main Street

Calcium is just the tip of the iceberg. Learn about risk factors and diagnosis as well as comprehensive treatment options to prevent and treat bone loss. Co-sponsored program with Wavelength Wellness. Register in-person or by...

Icon of the event Walk into Health!
Mon Jun 10, 2013 | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Jane/Sheppard

A representative for Toronto Public Health will lead an interactive presentation on the health benefits of walking. Participants will learn how to create a customized walking program as well as how to use a Walk into Health p...

Icon of the event Stay On Your Feet!
Fri Jun 07, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 3:30 pm
Don Mills

Join a representative from Toronto Public Health and learn how to prevent falls and keep your independence by reducing falling risk factors, staying active and healthy, and taking medications safely. Register at the informati...

Icon of the event Basic Yoga & Meditation: Secrets to a Healthy Life
11:00 am - 12:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Main Street

Relax, renew, and reflect. Learn simple yoga and meditation exercises to relieve your stress and anxiety, and restore your sense of well-being and calm. An instructor from Meditation Toronto will conduct free sessions of yoga...


Upcoming Dates:
Sat May 25
Sat Jun 22
Icon of the event Kids Have Stress Too
6:00 pm - 8:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Pape/Danforth

Help your child deal with the pressures in their lives so that they are happier at home and at school. A 2 session workshop for parents and caregivers of 4-9 year olds. Facilitated by a Toronto Public Health Nurse. Please re...


Upcoming Dates:
Fri May 24
Fri May 31
Pedometer Lending Program
Pedometer Lending Program

Count your steps using a pedometer borrowed from the library. Get some motivation and get active.