Ghanaian Canadian Association of Ontario

64th Ghana Independence Virtual Celebration In Toronto
2021-03-06 15:00 - 17:00 UTC
Please join us Saturday 6th, March, 3:00 pm. We will dress in our rich Ghanaian clothes and apparel and listen to music from all over our country, Ghana (Adowa, Agbadza, Palogo, Borbor. Rich Music from Northern Ghana, Akan, Ga Adangbe, Ewe, Fanti
The President of Ghana, His Excellency Nana Addo Dankwa Akuffo-Addo will relay a message live from Accra to Toronto.
Professor Joseph Mensah from York University will be doing a presentation about Ghana’s post-colonial developments and some hidden insights.
Poems will be recited.
Our Acting Consul General and Ghana High Commissioner and staff will feature prominently
Let us celebrate !

GCAO YOUTH VIRTUAL GAMES AND NETOWORKING EVENT
2021-03-06 19:00 - 21:00 UTC
In celebration of Ghana’s 64th Independence Anniversary, the youth wing of the Ghanaian-Canadian Association of Ontario (GCAO) is hosting a fun but educative event online. The event will consist of: trivia games, live entertainment and break-out sessions for networking online.

Canada Revenue Agency's Benefits & Credits Information Session
2021-04-08 14:00 - 16:00 UTC
TOPICS TO BE DISCUSSED:
– Common Income Types for Seniors
– Common Tax Credits and Benefits for Seniors
– Scams
– Free Tax Clinics

COVID-19 VACCINE ENGAGEMENT TOWN HALL
2021-04-18 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Community update about government vaccine engagement program
Date: April 18th, 2021
Time: 6 – 8 pm
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Meeting ID: 831 3661 3257
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Hidden Gems (Join us as we dive into unique career paths)
2021-04-30 18:00 - 20:00 UTC
Hidden Gems is a unique panel that will highlight and center the careers of Ghanaians who have led the way in policy, trades, STEM and creative arts in the Greater Toronto Area.
Join us on Friday, April 30, 2021 from 6pm-8pm as we offer insights on these Hidden Gems !
Professor Joseph Amankrah (Skilled Trades)
Nana aba Duncan (Creative Arts)
Irene Duah-Kessie (STEM Advocate)
Maame De-Heer (Policy)
For further questions or concerns please email gcaoyoutha@gmail.com
REGISTER FOR THE EVENT HERE

General Health Talk (Webinar)
2021-05-01 16:00 - 17:00 UTC
Being healthy is about more than diet and exercise. It is also about understanding how your body works and what it needs to stay healthy.
The importance of maintaining your health and wellbeing throughout your lifetime by incorporating exercise, diet, preventative health checks, sleep management, managing mental health issues, finding ways to relax and unwind are all important aspects of our health and wellbeing. Please join GCAO Health Wing team Saturday May 1st, 2021 at 4pm as we talk General health .
To register please follow the link below: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSe82zZqCAtG2X8avIR8OTXCiRhboAXVZDsQaizYGIKG4wkNnw/viewform?usp=pp_url
Thank you and If you have any questions please do contact Beatrice or Augusta at health@gcaocanada.org
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Meeting ID: 892 7294 6790
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Wills, Estate Planning and Powers of Attorney - The Basics
2021-05-02 17:00 - 19:00 UTC
Topic: Wills, Estate Planning and Powers of Attorney
Time: May 2, 2021 05:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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COVID-19 Mobile Immunization Clinic (Continuation Hall)
2021-05-05 11:00 - 19:00 UTC
GCAO has arranged for vaccination for anyone within the GTA who is 18 years and older to be able to receive vaccination at Continuation Hall, 10 Belfield Rd, Toronto on Wednesday, May 5th. From 11 am to 7 pm.
To register please click the link below:
https://forms.gle/PaiC1avibs51gsgU6
Any questions, email gcaocovid@gmail.com

GARDENING & DIGITAL LITERACY WORKSHOP
2021-05-12 14:00 - 16:00 UTC
Time: May 12, 2021 02:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Meeting ID: 838 5411 7855
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Community Town-Hall Meeting (May 23rd 2021)
2021-05-23 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto)
1. Update on Programs (Food, Seniors, Health etc) – Government Funded
2. GCAO Wings – Women, Education, Heritage Center, Youth Council, Peace Council, Seniors, Welfare, Health, Youth, GCCC and DETT, Vaccination.
3. Advisory Board.
4. Vaccine Task Force (Hesitancy)– Q&A –Pfizer, Moderna, AstraZeneca.
5. Other matters – Ghanaian-Canadian Council (Federation), Follow up items with Fed Government.

GOVERNMENT BLACK ENTREPRENEURSHIP FUND (Webinar)
2021-06-12 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto)
Time: Jun 12, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Meeting ID: 849 1654 0634
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Join us to discuss:

Eligibility for the fund
What you need (such as business plans good credit etc)
How to apply and time lines

Leveraging Business Opportunities In Ghana Webinar
2021-08-07 19:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto)

4th Annual Youth Leadership Conference
2021-08-21 13:00 - 16:30 (America/Toronto)
Come and get inspired by Ghanaian leaders as we discuss and highlight our resiliency, leadership and strength in moving past the Covid-19 pandemic as youth !
Featuring:
A motivational keynote by Randell Adjei (Ontario Poet Laureate),
Special guest Honorable Mustpha Ussif, Ghana Minster of Youth and Sports
Host & MC Maame De-Heer
Join for Breakout Sessions that feature topics including, mental health, entrepreneurship, Ghanaian identity and so much more!
McEbone – Entrepreneurship and Community Engagement
Afya Collective – Holistic Well-being
Grace Arku – Mental Health and Wellbeing
Kwame Amoateng – Career Path in Law Enforcement
Michelle Bonsu – Ghanaian identity
REGISTER HERE – https://www.eventbrite.com/e/4th-annual-youth-leadership-conference-tickets-165958439159

Community Virtual Townhall Meeting - August 2021
2021-08-29 17:00 - 19:00 (America/Toronto)
1. BACK TO SCHOOL – Mr. Kingsley Eyiah
2. CONSULAR SERVICES – Mr. Alexander Acquaah
3. CIVIC ENGAGEMENTS – Prof. David Firang
4. COVID Test at Kotoka Airport – Dr. Anthony Nsiah-Asare
5. TERTIARY EDUCATION – Prof. Wisdom Tetteh
6. LATE NIGHT EVENTS – Mr. Emmanuel Duodu
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Meeting ID: 817 3003 8829
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Inauguration of the Alliance of Ghanaian-Canadian Associations
2021-10-30 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto)
We are extending an invite to you, your leaders, congregation to the inaugural event of federal AGCA which GCAO is founding member. Essentially Toronto is hosting the maiden event at Ghana Presbyterian Church auditorium, in Toronto, 51 High Meadow Place.
Chairing this event is the Ghana High Commissioner Designate to Canada, H.E Anselm R. Sowah, his first meeting with any Ghanaian Community in Canada. We are inviting you all to have an opportunity to listen to our new High Commissioner and have a glimpse of his vision for Ghanaians in Canada. We will be privileged to hear from Canada High Commissioner to Ghana -H.E Kati Csaba, Mr. Yoofi Grant, CEO GIPC.
Venue: Ghana Presbyterian Auditorium. 51 High Meadow Place.
We will observe all COVID-19 protocols to keep our community safe…MASKS, Hand Sanitizers, Physical and Social distancing.

Ghana@65 Independence Celebration...March 6th 2022
2022-03-06 15:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto)
Ghana 65 Independence Day Virtual Celebration
Time: Mar 6, 2022 03:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)

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Meeting ID: 846 6061 3738
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HEART 2 SOUL FESTIVAL (A Community Fun Day)
2022-07-23 08:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto)
We are inviting all community members both young and old to come have fun, show
your talents, and enjoy the activities and food.
1. Free food
2. Lots of fun activities for the entire family.
3. Talent shows and performances
4. Soccer and basketball tournaments
5. Live music and more!
6. Food ventures to buy your favorite foods

If you are interested in performing and showing your talents, whatever it may be, please
contact heart2soulfest@gmail.com to add your name to the performance list.
The talent show is for all ages from children to seniors as long as YOU have talent.

Meet Me There (Community Picnic)
2022-07-31 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto)
Inviting all associations, faith groups and community members to our annual community picnic

Elder Abuse Scam and Fraud Prevention (Virtual Event)
2023-02-13 17:30 - 19:30 (America/Toronto)

B'Well Celebration
2023-02-18 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | 21 Panorama CRT., 21 Panorama Court, Etobicoke, ontario, M9V 3S6, Canada
February B’well Celebration is happening once again and we are inviting all Black and Africans to come take part. There will be alot give aways,health Screening, many educational/business opportunities and resources specially for Blacks and Africans.

Excelling Through Public Sector Opportunities
2023-02-24 19:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto)
Topic: Excelling Through Public Sector Opportunities
Date & Time: Feb 24, 2023 07:00 PM Eastern Time
Meeting ID: 845 2388 4001
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invite link
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What's New For 2023 Tax Season
2023-03-03 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto)

Ghana 66th Independence Anniversary Celebration
2023-03-06 11:30 - 12:30 (America/Toronto)
Join us at Brampton City Hall for our annual Ghana-Independence flag raising ceremony.

Women's Day and Cancer Prevention
2023-03-18 12:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto) | 21 Panorama CRT., 21 Panorama Court, Etobicoke, ontario, M9V 3S6, Canada
GCAO in collaboration with Black Vaccine Engagement team and Rexdale Community Health are inviting all Black Women for a day of wellness. The event is free for everyone with a lot giveaways.

Empowering Our Women & Girls
2023-03-22 19:30 - 20:30 (America/Toronto)

GCAO YOUTH SOCIAL NETWORKING EVENT
2023-04-22 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Toronto)
The young adult wing of the GCAO is organizing a social networking event for young adults to networking, connect and get to know one another.

SOCIAL NETWORKING EVENT
2023-04-22 18:00 - 21:00 (America/Toronto) | 65 Mayall Ave North York, ON M3L 1E7, Canada
GHANAIAN-CANADIAN ASSOCIATION OF ONTARIO YOUNG ADULTS WING INVITING ALL GHANAIAN -CANADIAN YOUTH AND YOUNG ADULTS TO SOCIALISE, NETWORK AND MINGLE WITHIN OUR COMMUNITY

Register @ https://socialmixer.eventbrite.ca or send email to info@gcaocanada.org

Criminal Justice System Presentation
2023-04-26 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)
Topic: Criminal Justice System
Time: Apr 26, 2023 08:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada)
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Meeting ID: 881 9878 7957
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Women's Wing Presents - The Criminal Justice System
2023-04-26 20:00 - 21:30 (America/Toronto)

Mother's Day Brunch Presented By GCAO Women's Wing
2023-05-13 11:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | 65 Mayall AveNorth York, ON M3L 1E7
Join GCAO Women’s Wing for a Mother’s Day bunch on May 13th at our hub located at 65 Mayall Avenue. North York. There will be lots of food, free giveaways and live music.
