ACAS (Asian Community AIDS Services)
260 Spadina Avenue, Suite 410 M5T 2E4 Toronto, ON, Canada

If you missed our queer Asian open mic event: Show & Tell, be sure to check out the 3 part recording in our video section! It will surely give you cozy warm fuzzies for the winter https://www.facebook.com/AsianCommunityAIDSServices/videos

Trans PULSE Canada recently released the second Trans PULSE Canada Report, highlighting health and well-being among racialized trans & non-binary people nationally. It can be downloaded from their website. https://bit.ly/3n7NfSO Key messages among racialized trans and non-binary respondents: 72% had experienced verbal harassment in the past 5 years 45% had ever been harassed at work or school... 73% worried about being stopped or harassed by police or security because of who they are See more

Have you registered yet? The ACAS Annual General Meeting is tomorrow at 2:00PM EST. It is important we reach quorum in order to proceed. Register ASAP to receive the Zoom link at https://forms.gle/CzCdJj3cWzViCwoW9 For those who already registered to attend, you should receive the AGM package by email. If you haven't received it, contact Noulmook at [email protected]. Thank you!... https://www.facebook.com/events/2862121120690570/

ILGA Asia Statement on Transgender Day of Remembrance 2020 PROTECT TRANSGENDER AND GENDER DIVERSE PEOPLE FROM THE PANDEMIC OF VIOLENCE AND DISCRIMINATION ... "We’ve been witnessing these tragedies among our friends and communities every single day. We have to remind these governments to step up and monitor cases of violence and discrimination against trans people, and offer sensitive and appropriate support following any cases of violence, ensuring no more lives are lost and justice due is served to perpetrators. Wannapong Yodmuang, Trans Representative of ILGA Asia Board said. Read the full statement: https://www.ilgaasia.org/news/tdor2020statement #ILGAAsia #Statement #TDOR2020 #TransgenderDayOfRemembrance

Email Trisha at [email protected] to sign up for tomorrow's volunteer training workshop. The last workshop will give you an introduction to our CHAMPS in Action program. We will also introduce mindfulness techniques that are helpful to ground you and maintain your mental health in your daily life. https://www.facebook.com/events/1070775720020767/

The Support Program's Health Promo Workshop is happening tomorrow (Friday Oct 16)! Email your RSVP ASAP to Alex at [email protected] in order to receive the Zoom link in time for the workshop. If you have any questions in advance please send your questions along with your registration.... To compensate for your meal, registered ACAS support program service users will be provided with an honorarium of $15.00, once you complete the evaluation of the workshop. The topic for this workshop is: Positive Living, Mental Health and Substance Use presented by Dr. Jonathon Herriot from the Church Wellesley clinic. In this session Dr. Herriot will share his knowledge on how to live positively and deal with mental health and substance use especially during the pandemic. He is passionate about this topic, he truly believes we can all support the community and to each other by learning what individuals went through during the crisis of mental health and substance use. https://www.facebook.com/events/407233980667830

The stage is open for queer Asian performers of all experience levels. Secure your open mic spot by emailing Ryan at [email protected]. To attend as an audience member, register to receive the Zoom link: https://forms.gle/SJLMtxyUM15KCyDd7 All levels of experience (or inexperience) are encouraged to perform. Non-English performances are welcome!... This event is open to all Asian LGBTQ+ identified folks. Register to receive the Zoom link: https://forms.gle/SJLMtxyUM15KCyDd7 __________________________ Performer sign up: email Ryan at [email protected] You may choose to perform live or share a pre-recorded video. Accepting a wide range of performances including but not limited to: Singing, dance, music instruments, spoken word, monologues, dance, drag, songs, scenes, stand-up comedy, burlesque, magic, performance art, juggling, martial arts... This event is made possible thanks to the support of United Way GTA #LocalLove. Funded by the Government of Canada https://www.facebook.com/events/350959712667244/

Happy humpday, ACAS fam! It may be lunch time now, but have you thought about what you're having for dinner this Saturday? (Drop in anytime during that time, just to come together, check-in, eat, and share a laugh) Join us for our digital dinner club (this Saturday, between 6-8pm?) ! Please register ahead of time to get the secure Zoom link.... Details on the event page below! See you Saturday! https://www.facebook.com/events/376972723476102/

ACAS is proud to be partnering with TakingITGlobal on #RisingYouth, an initiative funded by the Government of Canada under the Canada Service Corps to increase access for LGBTQ East & Southeast Asian youth to grants. Do you have a simple project idea to support your community? TakingITGlobal is looking to support youth who are inspired with ideas and ready to take action through youth-led community service grants. To apply for a grant, visit https://acas.RisingYouth.ca

Because of the surge of COVID-19 new cases in Ontario, we hope you stay safe and take precautions this long weekend. If you choose to celebrate this long weekend, we recommend that you gather only with people in your own household. Or if you live alone, limit your celebration to only one other household. Whether you celebrate or not, we at ACAS are thinking of you for this special occasion. Take care from the ACAS Staff Team

Dear Support Program Clients and Caregivers, You are cordially invited to our second macro virtual educational workshop on Friday, October 16 ,2020 from 7 to 8:30p.m. via Zoom. The topic for this workshop is: Positive Living, Mental Health and Substance Use presented by Dr. Jonathon Herriot from the Church Wellesley clinic. To compensate for your meal, registered ACAS support program service users will be provided with an honorarium of $15.00, once you complete the evaluation... of the workshop. Space is limited and please RSVP to your support staff (Alex Ma) no later than Wednesday, October 14, 2020 at [email protected]. If you have any questions in advance please send your questions along with your registration. Once you register, we will send you the Zoom link a day in advance to log in for the presentation. Looking forward to seeing many of you in our new virtual platform. Sincerely from Health Promotion Team, Kenneth, Bloom, Robinson https://www.facebook.com/events/407233980667830/

The ACAS Annual General Meeting is this Saturday November 21. It is important that we reach quorum in order to proceed. Please register to receive the Zoom link at https://forms.gle/CzCdJj3cWzViCwoW9 This will be a good opportunity to learn more about all the hard work we do at ACAS and also celebrate our award recipients for the Community Builder Award and the Patrick Truong Award.... For those who already registered to attend, you should receive the AGM package by email. If you haven't received it, contact Noulmook at [email protected]. Thank you! https://www.facebook.com/events/2862121120690570/

Happy Tuesday folks! https://www.instagram.com/p/CGA6FpkgST4/

Queer Asian Youth (QAY) is recruiting their next round of Peer Educators! + Learn new leadership skills + Make an impact in the Queer and Trans East and Southeast Asian community + Increase your social support networks and meet amazing youth in the community... Attend QTAY’s mandatory one-day training this SATURDAY OCT 10 to be eligible for an interview. Details in the event. https://www.facebook.com/events/493161948331922/

https://instagram.com/p/CF-g5ziAacw/ Hello ACAS supporters, It is now October the time has come for . Please support us by joining our team to run, walk or even sashay on the sidewalk and let it be your runway. By joining our team, you will help us reach our fundraising goal successfully. It has been a tough couple of years for us and even has become tougher due to the pandemic. We are hopeful and thankful that through this fundraiser, we will ...rise-up again and help strengthen our programming. The beauty of this year’s event format is that you can pick a time that is best for you and/or your partner or chosen bubble to walk or run. The registration is fast and simple, act now and scan the QR code on the next page to register or to donate! For questions relating to this event, please email [email protected] Thank you and stay safe! #nonprofitorganization #toronto #lgbt #lgbtq #eastandsoutheastAsians #hivawareness #hivsupportservices #sexualhealth #youthprograms #queerasian #lgbtcommunity #communityprograms #pinkdotTO #qay #MissACAS #ACASToronto #volunteerACAS #volunteeratACAS #champsinaction #scotiacharitychallenge #scotiabankcharitychallenge #supportACASToronto #scotiarun #mondaymotivation #monday #mondayafternoon See more

Midnight Lotus (formerly know as Gay Asians 40+) is organized by former members of Gay Asians Toronto (GAT) and sponsored by Asians Community AIDS Services (ACAS). Through regular social events and educational activities, our group aims to provide a forum and community support to gay Asians who are 40 plus. The virtual reunion social networking session is TONIGHT from 6-7:30 p.m. It would be in time to celebrate the mid-Autumn festival, a time to be reunited and reconnected. ...Let us connect, catch up with each other and chat about how we can best stay connected and support each other going forward! Please join our virtual reunion on Zoom. Contact Ryan at [email protected] for the Zoom link or if you have any questions. Looking forward to meeting you all! https://www.facebook.com/events/360654888456750/

https://www.instagram.com/p/CFxw9KjgLyJ/?igshid=urrwl2gxb9n3 Hello ACAS supporters and donors. Time flies and it is already the last day of September! Before we wrap up this month, I would like to ask you all to consider taking part in this year’s Scotiabank’s Charity Challenge Virtual Marathon. For this year, the event has changed to adapt to this new norm, that said, this year’s event is going virtual! ... You, as our fabulous and generous supporter+donor, could help us again this year in 2 ways - You can run, walk or even sashay with your partner, family, close friends, colleagues or chosen bubble on a time and date that is convenient for you or with your group. Similar to previous Scotiabank events, you can begin this process by registering under the ACAS team. To begin this process, simply take a photo of the QR code found on the poster. OR You can simply support us by donating. To take your action now, scan the QR code provided on the poster OR click the link on your bio. What are you waiting for? Let’s get started and help support ACAS! For questions regarding registration, troubleshooting or to donate, please contact Trisha at [email protected].

Tomorrow is a special Men's Program Humpday with rising start Arvin from Onlyfans! Make sure you register ahead of time by emailing Ryan at [email protected] in order to receive the Zoom link. While you might have a lot you want to know about, please be respectful of our special guest Arvin has the right to not answer questions that he is not comfortable with ... https://www.facebook.com/events/795553794609119/