Media Advisory: JOIN THE CELEBRATION - Toronto's Champion Of Community
Services and Cultural Diversity In The Community Turns 100

TORONTO, Nov. 15 /CNW/ - After serving Torontonians for one century, University Settlement is celebrating with an evening of culture - musical performances, multi-cultural activities, guest speakers and an art exhibit on November 16^th, from 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm.

University Settlement is Toronto's first community-based social service centre. Today, University Settlement helps individuals and families to learn and grow by engaging them in social, cultural, recreational and educational opportunities. Founded in 1910, University Settlement is committed to enhancing the quality of life of the people in the diverse communities we serve.

The CEO of the United Way, Susan McIsaac will also be a part of the big night as a guest speaker.

What: 100^th Anniversary Celebration for University Settlement

Where: 23 Grange Road, Toronto, ON   M5T 1C3 (Dundas and McCaul)

When: Tuesday November 16^th, 2010 - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

University Settlement offers a wide range of social services to individuals and families with a focus on assisting newcomers to adapt to Canada.  Services are directed at helping individuals and families live full lives and assisting individuals in identifying and meeting personal goals - whether it is to find housing, obtain employment, learn English or getting and staying fit and healthy.  The agency's programs address the needs of more than 30,000 users annually through diverse areas such as settlement services, English language classes, employment counseling, senior services, youth programming, music and arts education, and daycare.

For further information:

University Settlement
Debra Shime
Executive Director
University Settlement
PHONE [phone] x222
EMAIL [email protected]