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Algonquin Mew Lake Camping
Join us for a two-night camping trip at Algonquin’s Mew Lake. We’ll be tent camping, cooking outdoors, and spending our days immersed in nature. This small-group camping meetup is designed for those looking to slow down, disconnect from screens, and enjoy simple moments around the campfire.
Beginner-friendly, supportive, and intentionally low-pressure.
Limited spots available.
Base Shared Cost: ~$30 per person
This covers:
🏕️ Campsite fees at Mew Lake Campground
🔥 Firewood
🧻 Shared campsite supplies
Additional Cost: Transportation
If carpooling is arranged, gas and parking fees will be split fairly among passengers
Muna Salahuddin is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting.
Join Zoom Meeting
https://us05web.zoom.us/j/89633704865?pwd=aYThEniopbV2HbVkD15Pbi5wqUYqyT.1
Meeting ID: 896 3370 4865
Passcode: 7kXLX5
April 10 Friday : 8 pm to 8:30 pm
VAUGHAN - Practical Philosophy Meetup 🇨🇦
**🏛️ WHAT'S PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY ABOUT?**
Practical Philosophy is a weekly meet-up that brings critical thinkers together for an opportunity to dive deep on a topic, practice communicating, and building a community. All with no ‘official’ philosophy knowledge required! 😎
Practical Philosophy is based on the idea that philosophy should be accessible to all, and not something reserved only for academics. Each week we choose a topic, and the goal is to use the conversation to develop our critical thinking and communication as we explore that topic.
The goal is to help develop our Critical Thinking, Communication, and Community 🙌
**📓 HOW DOES IT WORK?**
Each week, we pick one topic and discuss it. The topic for the week is shared, generally in the [Whatsapp group](https://tally.so/r/KYLZlD), along with jump-off points to get the conversation going.
When groups get bigger than 7-8 people, it’s important that we break into smaller groups. This way we are able to maintain a conversational flow as opposed to having our meetups feel like a discourse or lecture.
**General Meeting Agenda**
Each Practical Philosophy meet-up follows this general timeline:
* 19:00-19:15 - People arrive and chat, get to know each other before the official start.
* 19:15-19:25 - Meeting introduction, explanation of Practical Philosophy and the topic for the week, read the guidelines and the overview so attendees know what to expect in terms of timelines.
* 19:25-20:45 - Break into small groups - introduce yourselves and general thoughts on the topic, open discussion afterwards. At this point the group can review the ‘jump-off’ questions as needed, but they are just there to help guide the conversation. It’s not obligatory to answer them.
* 20:45-21:00 - Bring everyone back together to discuss conclusions of the topic - each group gives a short 1-minute summary. Organizer concludes the meeting and everyone takes a group photo.
* 21:00 - The official meeting is over but it’s a great opportunity to get to know people in a non-structured environment, so we often stick around, chat, and get to know each other.
**🧧PRICING?**
Practical Philosophy is operated entirely on voluntary donations! If we are meeting in a café, buy a beverage! Donations are 100% voluntary, but they help us to bring the gift of deep conversation to people around the world. If you'd like to support, you can [donate here](https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/donation-form/donate-to-practical-philosophy)!
(Practical Philosophy is a registered Canadian charity)
**💛 WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY**
**🗣** “I feel like Philosophy Club helps someone build their own belief system through a series of perspectives while not promoting what’s right and wrong” - Ekam
🗣 “I got hooked from day 1 (the topic was authority) and felt it was the right place for me. I feel it is a place where people can go to learn and discuss new perspectives and increase critical thinking and community by interacting with people who might challenge your point of views but at the same time encourage you to have openness and mind flexibility.” - Daniel
**🤓 FAQ**
* **Do I need to study or read anything to attend?**
No preparation is necessary. This isn’t a study of other thinkers. We want to know what you think about the topic, not what an old philosopher thought. If you have a perspective from a religion or a school of thought to share, throw it on the table and we’ll discuss it.
* **Is there a specific philosophy that Practical Philosophy is focused on?**
The goal of our meet-ups is to not have dogmatic discussions, and flex our critical thinking muscles. Because of this, we want to hear from every realm of thought, and don't study a particular school.
* **Is it mostly men that attend?**
Surprisingly, no! Although often, philosophy is seen as a Candelabra affair in a dark room with a bunch of guys, our Practical Philosophy meetups are generally 50/50 between genders, and we don’t meet in any dark rooms.
* **Can I come alone?**
Of course you can, we encourage it :)
* **Can I be late?**
Please don't be! We do have a 15 minute grace period where we allow people to funnel in while we hang out, but after that if you arrive too late, it disrupts the flow of the conversation.
* **Where do you meet?**
The location is posted in Meetup and our [Whatsapp](https://tally.so/r/KYLZlD)[ ](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FtwkSBwyNUbCTSOq5H4Kmn?mode=gi_c)group for this location. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you join the Whatsapp group! If you want to know what other cities have a Practical Philosophy Club, you can see our chapters on our[ website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/practical-philosophy-locations/).
🤝**POLICY**
To respect our members privacy, we ask that no one privately message a member without first getting explicit consent. (This looks like speaking in person and being asked to message privately.) Contacting or texting other participants without prior consent is not permitted and may result in removal from the group. Practical Philosophy reserves the right to enforce this policy at its discretion to maintain a safe and respectful environment.
**PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY CLUB - Philosophy, everywhere. ✨**
We started in Practical Philosophy back in 2021 and there are now 50+ chapters in over 25 countries, including Canada, Spain, Japan, Mexico and many more! 🗺️
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**Join our [Vaughan Whatsapp](https://tally.so/r/KYLZlD) 👈**
**Follow us on [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) 👈**
**Our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/) 👈**
Fridays salsa beginners and intermediate class 7.15pm-8.15pm, hwy 7/leslie
salsa and bachata small group class for beginners , fridays 7.15pm-8.15pm, bring clean indoor comfortable flat shoes to change in. Cost 25$ per person. (or you can buy a pass of 10 classes for 200$) Pre-registration preferred by email info@danceart.ca, you can join without a partner but finding a partner is not guaranteed
Hillwalking Events This Week
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🌿🛍️ DOWNSVIEW PARK WALK & MARKET HANGOUT 🛍️🌿
🌿🛍️ DOWNSVIEW PARK WALK & MARKET HANGOUT 🛍️🌿
Open Space, Fresh Air & A Market to Explore Together
Sometimes the best way to discover a place… is just to go and see what you find.
This is a brand new walk — the first time we’re doing it — and that’s part of the fun.
Join us for a relaxed social walk through Downsview Park, one of the largest urban parks in the city. Wide open spaces, walking paths, and a completely different feel from downtown — it’s the kind of place where you can actually breathe a little deeper.
After our walk, we’ll head over to explore the Downsview Park Merchants Market, where we can wander, browse, and find something to eat together.
This is not a formal tour.
It’s a casual, exploratory outing — a mix of movement, curiosity, and good company.
👉 **Don’t forget to join our WhatsApp group** – [CLICK HERE!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H59mSCbsAi018gYANrKAnc?mode=ac_t)
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🚶♂️ What We’ll Do
We’ll meet outside Downsview Park Station and head into the park for a relaxed walk, roughly about an hour at an easy pace.
This isn’t a long-distance or intense walk — just enough to get moving, chat, and enjoy the space.
Afterward, we’ll make our way to the market to explore together. There are usually a variety of vendors and food options, so we’ll take our time, see what’s there, and grab a bite if something catches our eye.
You’re welcome to stay, eat, or head out whenever you like.
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🌦️ Weather & Expectations
This event will happen in typical spring weather — sun, wind, or light rain.
As long as it’s not extreme conditions, we’ll be going ahead.
Please dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes.
Also — since this is our first time doing this route, we’ll be figuring it out together a bit. That’s part of the adventure.
And as always — this is NOT a guided or historical tour. It’s about being social and enjoying the experience.
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🧢 Meetup Details
📍 Meetup Location: I will be waiting outside of the Downsview Park Merchants Market & Farmers Market. The entrance is the one closest to Downsview Subway Station
🫎 I’ll be wearing my Moose Hat
⏰ Meetup Time: 11:00 AM
I will only wait 5 minutes.
Early is on time.
On time is late.
We’ll head out promptly, so please plan ahead.
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🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to
📧 **mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**
This helps support the group and allows us to keep hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community! 💖
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🎒 What to Bring
Water
Comfortable walking shoes
A small snack (optional)
Weather-appropriate clothing (layers + wind-ready 🌬️)
Optional: cash/card for market food
Please also use the washroom before arriving, as stops are limited.
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🌈 Who Is This For?
This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends — whether single or not.
We also host:
🎬 Movies
🚶 Walks & hikes
🎭 Arts & culture outings
🍽️ Restaurant gatherings
There’s always something happening.
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REMEMBER: You’re welcome to just show up on the day if you’re unsure about your schedule.
And as always, sometimes plans shift and events may need to be canceled — please keep an eye on updates.
***
👤 Organizer: Mathew
Questions? Post on the event wall or email
📧 torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com
Come for the walk. Stay for the market.
Leave feeling like you discovered something new — because we all did. 🌿✨
🏙️🍔 LIBERTY VILLAGE, STACKT MARKET & THE WELL WALK 🍔🏙️
🏙️🍔 LIBERTY VILLAGE, STACKT MARKET & THE WELL WALK 🍔🏙️
Old Industry, New Energy & A Food Hall Finish
Some parts of Toronto have completely reinvented themselves — and walking through them feels like watching the city evolve in real time.
This is a brand new walk — the first time we’re doing it — and it’s all about exploring three very different (and very cool) pockets of the west end.
We’ll start in Liberty Village, once an industrial zone filled with factories and rail lines, now transformed into a buzzing neighbourhood of condos, creative spaces, and local energy. You can still feel the history in the brick buildings — it’s just been given a whole new life.
From there, we’ll head to Stackt Market, a unique outdoor market built from shipping containers, full of pop-up shops, art, and ever-changing vendors.
We’ll finish at The Well, one of Toronto’s newest and most talked-about developments, where we’ll settle into the food hall for a relaxed lunch together.
This is not a formal tour.
It’s a social walk — a mix of city exploration, light storytelling, and discovering places together.
👉 **Don’t forget to join our WhatsApp group** – [CLICK HERE!](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H59mSCbsAi018gYANrKAnc?mode=ac_t)
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🚶♂️ What We’ll Do
We’ll meet at Wendy’s at King & Dufferin and begin our walk into Liberty Village, wandering through its streets and getting a feel for the neighbourhood.
From there, we’ll make our way over to Stackt Market to explore, browse, and take it all in.
Afterward, we’ll continue toward The Well, where we’ll wrap up the walk and grab lunch in the food hall. There are lots of options, so everyone can find something they like.
You’re welcome to stay and eat or head out whenever you like.
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🌦️ Weather & Expectations
This walk will happen in typical spring weather — sun, wind, or light rain.
As long as it’s not extreme conditions, we’ll be going ahead.
Dress in layers and come prepared — this is April in Toronto.
Comfortable shoes are recommended.
Also — since this is our first time doing this route, we’ll be exploring it together a bit. That’s part of the fun.
And as always — this is NOT a guided or historical tour. It’s about being social and enjoying the experience.
***
🧢 Meetup Details
📍 Meetup Location: I will be waiting outside of Wendy’s at King & Dufferin
🫎 I’ll be wearing my Moose Hat
⏰ Meetup Time: 11:00 AM
I will only wait 5 minutes.
Early is on time.
On time is late.
We’ll head out promptly, so please plan ahead.
End Point: The Well (Food Hall)
***
🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to
📧 **mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**
This helps support the group and allows us to keep hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community! 💖
***
🎒 What to Bring
Water
Comfortable walking shoes
A small snack (optional)
Weather-appropriate clothing (layers + rain-ready ☔)
Optional: cash/card for lunch
Please also use the washroom before arriving, as stops are limited.
***
🌈 Who Is This For?
This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends — whether single or not.
We also host:
🎬 Movies
🚶 Walks & hikes
🎭 Arts & culture outings
🍽️ Restaurant gatherings
There’s always something happening.
***
REMEMBER: You’re welcome to just show up on the day if you’re unsure about your schedule.
And as always, sometimes plans shift and events may need to be canceled — please keep an eye on updates.
***
👤 Organizer: Mathew
Questions? Post on the event wall or email
📧 torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com
Come for the contrast. Stay for the food.
Leave feeling like you experienced three different Torontos — all in one walk. 🏙️✨
3pm new time * Walk at Tommy Thompson Park 🏙️
**UPDATE -** *Meeting Time is changed to 3pm. This event is rain or shine. If you are still planning to attend, pls bring umbrella or rain jacket.*
**ABOUT**
Join us for refreshing spring hike at **Tommy Thompson Park**, one of Toronto’s most scenic waterfront nature areas. This relaxed group hike is a great way to enjoy fresh air, meet new people, and take in stunning skyline and lake views.
We’ll walk at an easy-to-moderate pace with breaks for photos and conversation. No hiking experience required.
### 🚶 What to Expect
* Approx. **6–8 km round trip** (flat terrain)
* Easy to moderate pace
* Beautiful spring lake & skyline views
* Friendly, social atmosphere
* Perfect for beginners and casual hikers
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### 👟 What to Bring
* Warm jacket, gloves.
* Comfortable walking shoes or boots
* Optional: snacks, sunglasses
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### ⚠️ Important Notes
* This is an **outdoor activity** – please dress for the weather
* Event may be postponed in case of extreme weather
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### 🤝 Who Can Join
Open to adults of all fitness levels. Come solo or bring a friend — everyone is welcome!
**Free Parking**
Parking lot - small/medium sized parking lot
Street Parking - Leslie Street, Unwin Ave
**TTC**
TTC bus stop is 5 mins walk to meeting spot.
TTC street car is 15 mins walk to meeting spot.
💬 **Stay Connected:**
***Join Whatsapp Group - [CLICK HERE](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflzD3fDrU5sLARAT5yDF3OhEu3Vj-2P7ci8mP5FYX46rt1NQ/viewform)***
***Follow on Instagram - [CLICK HERE](https://www.instagram.com/tam.club/)***
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Two for Tuesdays Walk & Comedy crawl option
Before the comedy crawl, we’re starting Tuesday with **Two for Tuesdays**: a casual **social walk** designed to get people off the couch, **out of the house,** and actually doing something.
This is a relaxed group walk at a **social pace,** covering roughly **2–3 miles**. Nothing intense. No pressure. Just good conversation, a little movement, and a **better way to spend your Tuesday** than sitting at home **scrolling your phone.**
Then **after the walk,** we roll right into the **comedy crawl.**
This is what makes the night better: you don’t just show up for one event, awkwardly stand around, then leave.
You actually get time to **meet people,** loosen up, and **feel part of something** before the comedy even starts.
If you’re tired of wasting your weeknights at home, this is your sign.
**Spots are limited.**
**A paid ticket** helps us plan accurately, keep the group intentional, and make sure the people who RSVP actually show up.
Please use **ticket Link in comments** Preferred
Two for Tuesdays Walk **$2**
Walk + Comedy Crawl **$5**
**Ticket Link preferred.**
As an option Venmo/Paypal @WiseUnlimitedLLC CashApp $WiseUnlimitedLLC
Hike Pickerington Ponds
**We'll hike 3.4 miles on the Killdeer and Yellowlegs Trails - both out and back gravel trails. If we want more mileage we can repeat an out and back. Pace of around 3.5 mph, no one left behind and those who want to go faster sure can!**
**As always optional lunch after.**
**This is the second Metro Park in the lineup - with 21 to go (plus more are being added).**
**Also I have a conflict and am not available so have asked Karin to lead!**
Hike Chestnut Ridge
We will hike the Ridge Trail and Meadows Trail twice, for a total of 3.8 miles. There are some pretty good inclines so plan on getting a cardio workout :). This is a loop which is pretty easy to follow; thus faster walkers can take the lead and the rest (like me) will bring up the rear at a slightly slower pace. You could also just do the loop once for 1.9 miles. No one left behind.
Optional lunch to follow in Canal Winchester.
I'm working through the metro parks - this is the third one!













