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This Lunar New Year, our team at U+ Community was proud to host our first-ever Lunar New Year Gift Drive, bringing together families, volunteers, and community partners to celebrate the Year of the Horse!  Our Lunar New Year Gift Drive was created to support families in our community while celebrating the diversity that makes Markham, Richmond Hill, and the GTA so vibrant.  “It was truly heartwarming to see families and children leaving with smiles on their faces. This was su

By: Nora Meneshian, Project Coordinator  at U+ Community On January 20, 2026, I had the honour of attending a heartwarming collaboration event between the Malvern Family Resource Centre (MFRC) and U+ Community, where we hosted the Public Speaking for Seniors  workshop. From the moment we arrived, the room was filled with energy, laughter, and inspiring conversations. It was a genuine reminder of how powerful human connection can be, no matter the age. U+ Community’s Public Sp

On November 18, 2025, I had the wonderful opportunity to lead a Public Speaking for Seniors session hosted by the Malvern Family Resource Centre (MFRC) in collaboration with U+ Community. It was such a meaningful experience—one filled with learning, laughter, thoughtful conversations, and genuine connection. U+ Community’s Public Speaking for Seniors program is designed to empower older adults by strengthening their confidence, communication skills, and creating opportunities