519 CHURCH STREET COMMUNITY CENTRE

The 519 is committed to the health, happiness and full participation of the LGBTQ community. A City of Toronto agency and registered Canadian charity, The 519 operates a community centre and social enterprise cafe and catering operation in the heart of Toronto's historic LGBTQ Village.

The 519 is committed to the health, happiness and full participation of the LGBTQ community. A City of Toronto agency with an innovative model of Service, Space and Leadership, we strive to make a real difference in people’s lives, while working to promote inclusion, understanding and respect. We respond to the evolving needs of the LGBTQ community, from counselling services and queer parenting resources to coming out groups, trans programming and senior’s support. We provide free, accommodating and non-judgemental space where individuals, organizations and non-profit groups can meet, organize and work towards their goals. We share knowledge and insight gathered on the ground through consulting and workshop services, best practice research and public engagement campaigns.