I HeART Mainstreet Challenge 2024

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STEPS I HeART Mainstreet Public Art Challenge and Roncesvalles Village – Spring 2024 Roncesvalles Village BIA Planter Animations Based on our application, the Roncesvalles Village BIA was selected to take part in STEPS Public Art’s ‘I HeART Main Street Program‘ to beautify its main street with vibrant and accessible art in Toronto’s west end. With garden beds, concrete planters, and … Read More

3rd Annual Family Pride Party

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You’re invited to the Roncesvalles United Church 3rd ANNUAL FAMILY PRIDE PARTY 🎈 🌈 Crafts, Cookies and Performance by Special Guest Drag Queen Extraordinaire Lucy Flawless 🗓️SUNDAY, JUNE 2ND 10:30AM 📍240 RONCESVALLES AVE. 🎟️Admission is free! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🤍🩷🩵🤎🖤 Proudly Sponsored by the Roncesvalles Village BIA Social Justice & Anti Racism Committee  

2023 TABIA Awards

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Last December at the historic Palais Royale, at the 11th Annual TABIA and City of Toronto Awards Night, the Roncesvalles Village BIA was honoured with the Community Engagement Award  for our collaborative efforts surrounding National Truth and Reconciliation Day, 2023. The initiative: Working with the Roncesvalles United Church and the Friends of Dundas Roncesvalles Peace Garden, as well as community … Read More

Family Fun & Community Tree Lighting in Roncesvalles Village

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Join us for the 5th annual Family Fun Afternoon and Community Tree Lighting, Saturday, December 9th! Where: The Roncesvalles United Church, 240 Roncesvalles Ave. When: Saturday, December 9th 2:30pm – 3:30pm:  Holiday Carolling on the steps of the RUC 3pm – 5pm: Crafts, “Selfies with Santa”, face painting and more! PLUS: Local youth choir, magician “The Magic of Ricardo”, and the … Read More

Request for Quote: Holiday Lighting

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For the 2023 holiday season, the Roncesvalles Village Business Improvement Area is seeking quotes from experienced and reliable contractors for the purchase and installation of outdoor holiday lighting on the commercial blocks along Roncesvalles Ave. Interested vendors can access the full Request for Proposal in PDF version here: Request for Quote – Outdoor Holiday Lighting Installation. Vendors should submit any … Read More

Truth and Reconciliation Day 2022

Roncesvalles VillageCommunity News, Events, Our Neighbourhood, Our Roncesvalles, Roncesvalles Village BIA, Social Justice & Anti-Racism

The Roncesvalles Village BIA is so appreciative of the opportunity to support this important community event taking place on Friday, September 30th, Truth and Reconciliation Day 2022. From the Roncesvalles United Church, the Dundas Roncesvalles Peace Garden and Reconciliation Roncesvalles: Tansi! Welcome all ages! September 30th on Roncesvalles Avenue Toronto’s recent apology comes to life 137 years after its roles … Read More

Roncesvalles Polish Festival – September 17 & 18

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The day has arrived! The Roncesvalles Village BIA proudly presents the 2022 Roncesvalles Polish Festival taking place this coming weekend, September 17th & 18th, in Roncesvalles Village, located in Toronto’s West End. It’s been a long 2 years since we were able to be together to celebrate Roncesvalles Village, and the unique heritage and history of our neighbourhood.  Whether it’s … Read More

Commemorative Bench – Solarski Pharmacy

Roncesvalles VillageCommunity News, COVID19, Our Roncesvalles

The Roncesvalles Village BIA was honoured to support the Solarski family in their efforts to establish a commemorative bench in memory of Joseph Solarski (1925-2020).  Long time Roncesvalles residents will remember the Solarski Pharmacy, located at 149 Roncesvalles Ave, serving the Polish Community and Roncesvalles Village for 65 years.  Please join us in thanking the Solarski family for funding this … Read More