We are seeking dedicated individuals to join the board of directors of CAH.
Bring your expertise – whether in governance, finance, health, or housing – and help us enhance our impact.
A commitment to equity, inclusion, and the well-being of communities is crucial.
Submit your application to: presidence@caheritage.org
June is the month dedicated to the elderly, a time to acknowledge those who have shaped our community and continue to keep it vibrant. Throughout this month, we will contemplate how to foster the development of truly inclusive communities and reshape the narrative surrounding aging.
Dear member, thanks to your commitment, we are building a vibrant Francophone community together where our seniors can thrive fully. Your support is essential for ensuring the growth and development of our organization.
Renewing your membership is the best way to engage in this mission! By doing so, you affirm your commitment to an inclusive community and actively contribute to the establishment of services tailored to the social, health, and housing needs of the elderly. Membership costs $20 for one year or $30 for two years, and it is fully tax-deductible.
To renew, please:
CAH (Centres d’Accueil Héritage) – 33 Hahn Place, office 104 – Toronto, ON M5A 4G2
For any additional information, feel free to contact Jean Tété at 416-365-3350, extension 242, or by email at jtete@caheritage.org.
Centres d’Accueil Héritage (CAH) warmly invites you to its 48th Annual General Meeting on Wednesday, June 24, 2026. The meeting will take place at the University of Ontario French, located at 9 Lower Jarvis Street at 7 PM.
Members in good standing will receive a notice with all the details. Your participation is vital to support CAH’s mission. To vote at the AGM, please ensure that you have renewed your membership for 2026. The fee is $20 for one year or $30 for two years, fully tax-deductible.
To become a member, please complete the form available on the CAH website or print it and send it:
• By email with credit card payment to jtete@caheritage.org
• By mail with a check made out to Centres d’Accueil Héritage, 33 Hahn Place, Suite 104, Toronto, ON M5A 4G2.
For more information, please contact Jean Tété at 416-365-3350, extension 242, or by email at jtete@caheritage.org.
After several months of reflection and work, we are proud to launch the new CAH website.
More spacious, more intuitive, and easier to navigate, it marks an important milestone in the evolution of our organization and in our commitment to serving our members and the French-speaking community even better.
The images and content reflect the spirit, diversity, and values that drive us. An accessibility tool also makes it possible to adjust the font size for an experience tailored to everyone.
We warmly invite you to discover it and visit it today.
The Centre for Active Living newsletter: news, activities, and tips
In this issue:
New Year’s Greetings
A warm message from the entire team wishing happiness, prosperity, and peace for 2025, along with a call for sharing and strengthening French-language services.
2025 Community Engagement
Implementation of an activity plan at host sites frequented by Francophones, with an invitation to share ideas and suggestions to better reach the community.
10 Years of Oshawa Day Services – November 14
Open house event bringing together 45 participants. A celebration marking a decade of essential French-language services adapted to the community’s evolution.
CAH Team Celebration
A festive lunch gathering 37 staff members to recognize their commitment and work throughout the year.
Community Holiday Meal – December 12
A festive event bringing together 81 guests, filled with joy, music, and dancing, and including a tribute to Mr. Gérard Parent, former Executive Director.
Acknowledgements to partners and volunteers
Recognition of the groups and schools that helped brighten the holiday season, including Les Voix du Cœur, the “Douces flûtes”, the “Si on chantait” duo, and several French-language schools in Toronto and Mississauga.
The Centre for Active Living newsletter: news, activities, and tips
Black History Month – February
Programming dedicated to the theme “Black Excellence: A Heritage to Celebrate; A Future to Build” with a focus on the Underground Railroad (Canadian perspective) and the role of Black women in space exploration.
Community Engagement – Become a Member
Invitation to become a member or renew your membership at CVA, the only French-language active living centre in Toronto, to support and strengthen services in French.
CAH Membership – Voting Members
Call to also join the CAH corporation to contribute to its development, support access to affordable housing, and ensure the organization’s sustainability.
French Language and Francophonie Week – March 15 to 23
Celebration of Francophone diversity through community activities and promotion of French-language services in a rapidly growing region.
Active Living Fair – March 19
Event in partnership with Retraite active de Peel, highlighting community engagement and the development of an inclusive Francophonie.
Communications Renewal
Transition to a quarterly newsletter and website redesign planned for 2025, with La Gazette still available online.
The Centre for Active Living newsletter: news, activities, and tips
Caregivers’ Day
A celebration and recognition of the essential role of caregivers in supporting seniors and aging at home.
Earth Day – April 22
Raising awareness about environmental protection and renewable energies, with a focus on CAH’s local initiatives to reduce its carbon footprint.
Easter – April 23
A traditional and inclusive meal, with poultry and vegan options, celebrating the community’s cultural and spiritual diversity.
Dramatherapy and Yoga Workshops
Resumption of sessions at a rate of two per month, each over three months, with registration and a symbolic contribution to ensure the continuity of activities.
Outings and Community Initiatives
Visit to an urban beekeeper and follow-up on the funding request for a 9-seater vehicle to facilitate CVA activities.
The Centre for Active Living newsletter: news, activities, and tips
In this issue:
Book Fair – May 1st
A literary evening with author Claire Ménard Roussy at Place Saint-Laurent, highlighting the volunteers of the Francophone library and the book club.
Peel Active Retirement Choir – May 7th
A friendly musical gathering to celebrate the partnership with a sister community dedicated to active aging.
Mental Health Week – May
Raising awareness for well-being and mental health, with workshops and activities to strengthen respect, safety, and kindness within the community.
Seniors Month – June
A series of activities to recognize the contribution and wisdom of seniors, promote active aging, and encourage inclusive communities.
Volunteer Week
Celebration and recognition of the volunteers who actively support community life and enrich CVA services.
The Centre for Active Living newsletter: news, activities, and tips
In this issue:
Three-month summer program
A friendly and refreshing program to make the most of the beautiful season.
47th Annual General Meeting (AGM)
Celebrating CAH’s achievements, accountability, and constructive exchanges. Four new members joined the Board of Directors, and the 2025–2026 Executive Committee was elected.
Active Living Centre (ALC)
Analysis of the impact report highlighting the need to expand the ALC’s reach, adapt services to emerging needs, and strengthen community engagement and volunteering.
50th anniversary of the Franco-Ontarian flag
Commemorative activities planned to celebrate five decades of solidarity and Francophone pride, with active participation from the ALC.
Participant well-being
Tips for enjoying the summer safely, using the cooling spaces available at CAH.
