Invitation to CAH’s Christmas Dinner

CAH CHRISTMAS DINNER

INVITATION TO CAH’S TRADITIONAL CHRISTMAS DINNER

The CVA is pleased to invite you to its traditional Christmas dinner. This event is open to our clients, families, and friends who wish to celebrate this occasion with us.

Registration details:
The deadline to confirm your attendance is
Friday, December 11 at 12 p.m..
You can reserve your spot:

  • By writing your name on the CVA bulletin board
    (33 Hahn Place).
  • By phone at 416-365-3350, ext. 222 (Tristan).

By email at tmille@caheritage.org.


Important details:

  • Dietary needs: Please let us know if you would like a vegetarian or vegan meal when you register.

PSL residents: Those who wish to receive a tray delivered to their home must also make a reservation in advance.

World Giving Generosity Day

TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1 — I'M GIVING!

WORLD GIVING GENEROSITY DAY

Give generously to CAH’s Christmas Sharing campaign, benefiting Francophone seniors in Toronto.

On December 1, 2026, the whole world will celebrate Giving Tuesday, a day dedicated to generosity and community solidarity. It’s the perfect time for our Christmas Sharing campaign! Support this movement by making a donation for seniors today!

Visit CAH’s Christmas Sharing page to make your donation.

Who will be recognized as an honorary member in 2026?

Who will be recognized as an honorary member in 2026?

The Board of Directors of Centres d’Accueil Héritage (CAH) invites voting members in good standing to submit the nomination of an individual who has distinguished themselves through their engagement and remarkable contribution to CAH and our community.

This distinction aims to pay tribute to those who contribute, through their dedication, to the well-being, vitality, and cohesion of our community.

Do you have someone in mind?

It could be someone who, through their commitment, generosity, dedication, or involvement, has made a significant contribution to CAH or the Francophone community.

Now is the time to think of that special person and pay them tribute!

The selected nominations will be presented at the next Annual General Meeting in June 2027.

Deadline: January 15, 2027

Don’t miss this wonderful opportunity to highlight the contribution of someone who helps showcase our community.

The nomination form is available on our website:

caheritage.org/honorary-member-2026

2026 Honorary Members

In 2026, Thérèse Vachon, Yvon Duguay, and Michel Houde were recognized as honorary members for the time they generously devoted to CAH.

And you, who would you like to say thank you to in 2027?

Franco-Ontarian Flag Raising

Franco-Ontarian Flag Raising

Together, let us once again celebrate our Franco-Ontarian flag, a symbol of our history, our identity, and our pride.

Let us take this moment to honour our collective journey and renew our commitment to a future filled with hope, compassion, and solidarity.

At CAH, we are proud to raise our flag at the heart of our community and to keep the French language, Francophone culture, and the values that unite us alive every day.

Join us on Friday, September 25, 2026
starting at 2:00 PM
.

Happy Franco-Ontarian Day!
💚🤍

June, Month of the Elderly

June, Month of the Elderly

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.

The Gazette – January 2025

The Gazette – January 2025

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 CAH Active Living Centre (CVA) offers a rich and diverse range of activities specially designed for people aged 55 and over.

La Gazette – February–March 2025

La Gazette – February–March 2025

The Centre for Active Living newsletter: news, activities, and tips

In this issue:

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 CAH Active Living Centre (CVA) offers a rich and diverse range of activities specially designed for people aged 55 and over.

The Gazette – April 2025

The Gazette | April 2025

The Centre for Active Living newsletter: news, activities, and tips

In this issue:

  • 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 CAH Active Living Centre (CVA) offers a rich and diverse range of activities specially designed for people aged 55 and over.

The Gazette – May–June 2025

The Gazette | May–June 2025

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 CAH Active Living Centre (CVA) offers a rich and diverse range of activities specially designed for people aged 55 and over.