Parkdale Queen West Community Health Centre

11/14/2025

Today we're celebrating World Diabetes Day.
At PQWCHC, we’re committed to reducing the risk of diabetes and ensuring our community has access to equitable, comprehensive and quality care. 💙

Join us in raising awareness, spreading knowledge and creating lasting change for all affected by diabetes.
👉 Learn more about our Diabetes Education Programs: https://ow.ly/a86S50XrKPz

11/11/2025

💉 FREE FLU SHOT CLINIC THIS NOVEMBER.
NO APPOINTMENT NEEDED!
🗓️ Nov 13 • 12–2:30PM
🗓️ Nov 20 • 1–4PM
📍 168 Bathurst St, Downtown TO
All are welcome.

11/11/2025

💥CALLING ALL CREATIVES! 💥
Got an idea for a t-shirt or hoodie? The PQWCHC Hep C Team wants your design!

Submit a t-shirt or hoodie design with a Hepatitis C, Harm Reduction or Liver Wellness theme for a chance to win a $100 CASH PRIZE!

📅 Deadline: Dec 12
📍 Drop off at:
• 1229 Queen St. W (Front Desk)
• 168 Bathurst St (Front Desk)
📧 Or email: bsantos@pqwchc.ca
🗳️ Vote Dec 15–24 at the Parkdale site or on social media!

Visit pqwchc.org/hep-c-team to learn more about PQWCHC's Hepatitis C programs.

11/06/2025

🖤 Black Health Matters and that includes Mental Health.

We are now offering free, confidential counselling for Black youth (16–29) across the GTA.

What’s available:
💬 Up to 16 individual counselling sessions
👥 Group programming
🧭 Case management support

Open to existing & new clients.
📍GTA residents only.
📞 Reach out to Melody Lotfi:
📧 MLotfi@pqwchc.ca | ☎️ 416-703-8482 ext. 2322

https://pqwchc.org/programs-services/mental-health/

11/06/2025

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Join us on Tuesday, Nov 11 from 12:30–3:00 PM at 1229 Queen St. West (Parkdale Site) for a fun and informative afternoon!

✅ Hear about the expanded Canadian Dental Care Plan
✅ Get tips on dental care & prevention
✅ Free dental screening with a dentist & hygienist onsite
✅ Book appointments on the spot
🎁 Gift bags, games & raffle prizes
🍕 Pizza & beverages provided!

📞 Registration is required – contact Nancy at
📧 nsteckley@pqwchc.ca | ☎️ 416-537-2455 ext. 3310
You deserve a healthy smile!

To get connected to dental care visit pqwchc.org/dental

11/03/2025

Our community voice amplified!
Huge thanks to MPP Alexa Gilmour for speaking up for our Supervised Consumption Site and advocating for life-saving healthcare in Parkdale. 💙

https://youtu.be/htl_uwBFnU4?si=9qtfWSrez0quHxpY

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

10/27/2025

Community Update:

The Ontario Government is terminating funding for our Parkdale Supervised Consumption Service at 1229 Queen St. West.
Read our full response and learn what this means for our community: ow.ly/qcOi50XiHkV

#💔

10/22/2025

🎃👻 Harm Reduction Halloween🕸️🪦

PQWCHC clients and community are welcome to join us for spooky vibes and sweet treats:

- Spooky Movies
- Rice Crispy Treat Decorating
- Pumpkin Decorating
- and more Tricks and Treats!

📅 Wednesday, October 29th
🕐 1PM – 3PM
📍 168 Bathurst Street W, 1st Floor Program Room

See you there……if you dare!

✨ Want to stay in the loop about programs and events happening at the centre?
🗓️ Check out our Program Calendar: pqwchc.org/calendars/queen-west-program-calendar

10/15/2025

Join PQWCHC's Black Health Collective for an arts-based workshop for African, Caribbean & Black (ACB) community members.
October 23 at 5PM
168 Bathurst Street (QW Site)
416‑703‑8482 ext. 2117 to register
For info https://ow.ly/6jGc50Xc0iG

10/10/2025

A Message to Our Community: Washroom Access Update
We’ve shared a letter outlining current washroom access at Masaryk Cowan Community Rec Centre and Parkdale Queen West CHC.

Access the statement here: pqwchc.org/wp-content/uploads/Community-Washroom-Access.pdf

10/09/2025

PQWCHC Refugee Health Access Clinic This Friday!

📅 Friday, October 10
🕙 10 AM – 3 PM
📍 The Salvation Army Refugees & Immigrants Office, 160 Jarvis St

Talk to a Nurse Practitioner
✔️ Blood pressure & blood sugar
✔️ Screening for other health conditions
✔️ For refugees, asylum seekers and those with no immigration statuses

Free & Confidential
English & Spanish onsite
Interpretation available in other languages