Embrace Action
Embrace Action at Fairlawn means:
- Being a Christian community of faith that is safe, inclusive, progressive - and committed to compassionate action,
- Being a part of a larger Social Justice movement that includes the United Church of Canada and other inter-faith partners,
- Getting to know our neighbours, near and far; recognizing and advocating for the richness that comes with diversity, equity and inclusion,
- Working to become effective allies for those who are marginalized.
How Can I Extend Kindness In My Advocacy For Change?
Our three-part series entitled, “Acting Kindly in An Unkind World” concluded with former Toronto City Councillor, Joe Mihevc, speaking on advocacy:
“… if we find ways to express our anger in a healthy
way tempered by compassion then we are actually
building a compassionate society.”
Embrace Action at Fairlawn means:
We have a long history of embracing action – and we’d love to have you join us, whether it’s regularly or occasionally. You can also make some new friends while you help to make a difference.
100% of contributions go towards making a difference.
Explore these pages to learn how together we help to make a difference. Contact us to find out more at Â.ac1787170589.deti1787170589neueu1787170589nevan1787170589walri1787170589af@ae1787170589
Amnesty International
Amnesty International Group 65, that includes members of our community of faith and friends, have been meeting at Fairlawn Avenue United for over a decade, working to expose and prevent human rights abuses.
Visit the Amnesty International webpage.
Anti Racism
Moving the United Church of Canada towards allyship through reflection and learning.
Visit the U. C. C. Anti-Racism webpage.
Gibimishkaadimin – A Reconciliation Journey
Gibimishkaadimin – An Indigenous word representing “paddling together by boat” – is the name for the five-year pilot project of reconciliation, engaging Indigenous youth from across Canada, and non-Indigenous youth from Shining Waters (Region 10). The trip includes collaborative and experiential learning through an Indigenous perspective. Bringing Indigenous and non-Indigenous youth together in truth and reconciliation through a canoe-trip experience.
Visit our Gibimishkaadimin webpage.
Truth and Reconciliation
The United Church of Canada’s Truth and Reconciliation Commission has committed itself to an agenda for reconciliation and justice.
Visit the U. C. C. Truth and Reconciliation Commission webpage.
Contact us to find out how you can help at ac.de1787170589tineu1787170589eunev1787170589anwal1787170589riaf@1787170589ae1787170589.
Housing Security Advocacy
Working with community and inter-faith allies and partners:
Roehampton Hotel Housing – Shelter is now closed
Fairlawn provided personal and household necessities, through the North Toronto Cluster ‘Welcome Basket’ campaign, for people transitioning from the shelter system to housing.
Contact us to find out how you can help at ac.de1787170589tineu1787170589eunev1787170589anwal1787170589riaf@1787170589ae1787170589.
Boarding Home Ministry
Update January 2024 – A Fond Farewell to Fairlawn’s Boarding Homes Ministry. Please read the announcement from Kathy Salisbury on the Boarding Home Ministry.
Visit our Boarding Home Ministry archival page.
Camp Scugog
Sending urban families from challenging circumstances to summer camp.
Visit our Camp Scugog page.
Walk-in Support
Gathering on the first Tuesday of each month from 9:00am – 10:30am (September through June), our dedicated volunteer team provides a welcoming, respectful, and safe space for members of the vulnerable population in our community. Guests are offered food, compassionate one-on-one conversation, and the opportunity to connect in an atmosphere of dignity, care, and belonging.
September 2026: Due to the Labour Day weekend, the gathering will take place OFF SCHEDULE on Tuesday, September 15, 2026.
Some of the members of the Walk-in Support Volunteer Team, co-chaired by Rev. Rob Metcalf and Doug Knights.
To volunteer email: ac.de1787170589tinue1787170589uneva1787170589nwalr1787170589iaf@s1787170589iw1787170589