Community events · free · online now, in person next
Events for the community, by the community.
Free gatherings where neighbours discover what we can offer one another: people, services, practical know-how and opportunities, for every stage of family life.
Multaqa Online
ملتقى معاً عن بُعد
Sunday, November 15, 2026 · 2:00 p.m.–4:00 p.m. EST · online · Arabic and English, captioned · free
For the GTA's Arab and Arabic-speaking community, and everyone who wants to join in.
What happens at our events
Discover
Meet the people, services and organisations near you, in small rooms where you can actually talk.
Learn
Short, practical talks, each ending with one thing to do this week. General information, never a sales pitch.
Opportunity
Paid roles, internships, mentors and ways to contribute, reviewed before they are listed.
Four ways to take part
It's free, and taking part never signs you up for care.
Speak
Twelve minutes on something families can use this week. Lived experience welcome.
Propose a talkHost a room
For providers, advocates, partners and community organisations. Teach, and meet families.
Host a roomSponsor
Keep it free, and stand beside the community's partners. Never buys stage time or data.
Become a sponsorOur promise
Neutral and inclusive. Every background, faith and nationality equally welcome.
- Free to attend, always.
- Speakers teach; nobody sells.
- Sponsors are thanked, never on stage.
- Your details are never given to partners or sponsors.
- Captions, joining by phone and help getting set up.
Coming next · spring 2027
Multaqa Milton
Our first community day in person. Families, partners and neighbours in one room. Partners and volunteers from Multaqa Online are invited first.
Questions
Is it really free?
Yes. Sponsors cover the costs; attendees never pay.
Do I need an iCaria account?
To save an event or register, you sign in with Google or an email code, in one step. It's free and never signs you up for care.
Is it only for Arabic speakers?
Everyone is welcome. Talks run in Arabic or English, with captions.
I run a business. Can I sell in a room?
No. Partners teach and introduce; families ask for follow-ups if they want them.
Can I bring my parents or my children?
Yes. Every age is welcome, and the Youth room is for anyone 18 and over.
I'm not comfortable with Zoom.
Join the free Zoom practice session a few days before, or join by phone. A volunteer can call you beforehand to help.