by DG | Oct 17, 2023 | Articles
Sheila Koffman was enormously compassionate and caring, with a deep belief in community. The entrepreneur and activist founded and ran Another Story bookstore for over three decades with a fierce commitment to equity, diversity, and social justice. Sheila also served...
by DG | Sep 22, 2023 | Articles
We had our first in-person staff meeting after almost two years of online Zoom meetings. One of the activities provided space for our staff to share stories and map out their diverse backgrounds.We strive to make PARC a safe, authentic space that is respectful,...
by DG | Mar 28, 2023 | Articles
Every year we’re proud to mark International Women’s Day, to celebrate all the significant and impactful work of our staff, members, volunteers and board, who work to embrace equity, inclusion and diversity – advocating and fighting for issues women face locally...
by DG | Mar 14, 2023 | PARC Stories
“I’m a hugger, it brings the tension down” We recently had the chance to sit down with Zepheniah James (Zephie) who worked at PARC for 17 1/2 years before retiring in 2016. He brought passion for community and a unique musical experience which played a large part...
by DG | Feb 28, 2023 | Articles
This month the PARC team collected content for Black History Month to recognize and celebrate the Black citizens, residents and staff who have made change in Parkdale, the City and beyond. Black History Month is one amazing month but every day is a day to learn and...
