2025 BACK TO SCHOOL PICNIC

Join Us for the 2025 Backpack & School Supplies Drive!
As summer winds down and the new school year approaches, Haitians of Toronto and Holiness Church are proud to partner once again to make sure every child in our community is ready to learn. On Saturday, August 2, 2025, we’ll be gathering in Centennial Park (2250 Brock Rd, Pickering, ON L1V 2P8) from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM for our annual Backpack & School Supplies Drive—and you’re invited!
What to Expect
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Free Entry & Family Fun: Bring the whole family! There’s no cost to attend, and we’ll have activities, music, and a place where kids can kick off the school year with smiles.
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Community Meal: Enjoy a delicious, home‑cooked menu prepared by Holiness Church and our friends at Supreme Delight:
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Barbecue Chicken with Riz Collé
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Turkey in Sauce with Riz Collé
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Lalo with Riz Blanc
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Légume with Riz Collé
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Beverages: Pop, juice, water
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Dessert: Ti Karol by Supreme Delight
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Free Lunch Provided: No need to pack a picnic—we’ve got you covered!
How You Can Help
Our goal is to assemble backpacks filled with brand‑new notebooks, pencils, rulers, glue sticks, and more for students of all ages. Here’s how you can get involved:
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Bring a Donation: Drop off school supplies (backpacks, binders, pens, pencil crayons, etc.) when you arrive.
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Spread the Word: Share our event on social media, with neighbours, or at your place of worship.
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Volunteer on Site: Help us set up tables, sort donations, or serve lunch, email us at info@haitiansoftoronto.ca to sign up!
Every contribution, big or small, makes a meaningful difference in a child’s education and confidence.
Why This Matters
Access to the right tools is the first step toward success in the classroom. For many families, especially our newcomer and low‑income households—affording all the required supplies can be a real challenge. By coming together as a community to collect, organize, and distribute these items, we’re helping to level the playing field and ensure every student feels prepared on Day One.
Mark your calendars! We look forward to seeing you at Centennial Park on August 2nd. Let’s lift each other up, share a meal, and send our kids back to school with everything they need to flourish.
For more information or to become a sponsor, visit
www.holiness‑church.com | www.haitiansoftoronto.ca



