Programs & Services - 11341219 Canada Society

Serving the Community Year-Round

From daily spiritual support to annual celebrations, our programs touch lives every day

11341219 Canada Society operates a comprehensive range of programs designed to meet the spiritual, physical, and emotional needs of the Timmins community. Our services are free and open to everyone, regardless of background or circumstance.

Ongoing Programs

Daily services available throughout the year

Spiritual Center

Hours: Daily, 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Our spiritual center is open to everybody and anybody throughout the day, irrespective of caste, color, sex, background, or status. It serves as a place of self-healing and connecting with the almighty.

Services Include:

Daily prayers and chanting
Meditation sessions
Quiet reflection space
Spiritual guidance

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Emergency Shelter

Availability: 24/7

We operate a continuous emergency shelter program for anyone who moves into the city or any homeless person who needs temporary accommodation.

Services Include:

Safe, clean accommodation
Hot meals provided
Personal storage
Support services

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Free Community Meals (Langar)

Meal Times:
Lunch: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Dinner: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Hot meals are provided daily to anyone in need. Langar is a Sikh tradition of serving free meals to all visitors, regardless of background, religion, or status.

Features:

Nutritious, vegetarian meals
Served with dignity & respect
No questions asked
All welcome

Volunteer Counseling

Availability: Daily during spiritual center hours

Trained volunteers are available to hear anyone that wants somebody to talk to and help them come out of their doubts, queries, and anxieties.

Support Areas:

Emotional support
Life guidance
Confidential listening
Spiritual counsel

Annual Programs & Events

Special events that bring our community together

Community Awareness Parades

Frequency: Annual

We carry out parades through the city to create awareness about our charity, our beliefs, and our practices. These vibrant events showcase our commitment to community service and invite others to join our mission.

Highlights:

Colorful processions through Timmins
Music, banners, and community spirit
Information sharing about our programs
Open invitation to all residents

Festival of Lights

Partnership: Northern College, Timmins

Frequency: Annual

In partnership with Northern College, Timmins, we celebrate the Festival of Lights - a celebration that resonates with many people in our community. This joyful event brings together diverse community members in a spirit of light, hope, and unity.

Features:

Beautiful light displays and decorations
Cultural performances and music
Community meals and refreshments
Family-friendly activities

Inter-Charity Collaboration

Frequency: Throughout the year

We regularly invite other charity members in the city to share each other's ideas, thoughts, and practices, so that we can work hand in hand for the betterment of the community and society.

Benefits:

Knowledge sharing among organizations
Coordinated community support
Resource optimization
Stronger collective impact

New Initiatives

Recent developments and upcoming projects

Community Kitchen - Completed 2025

We are proud to announce that the construction of our brand new community kitchen was completed in 2025! This state-of-the-art facility significantly expands our capacity to serve free meals to the community.

Features of the New Kitchen:

Modern, commercial-grade equipment
Increased meal preparation capacity
Accessible design for all volunteers
Health and safety certified
Community gathering space

This new facility allows us to serve more people, prepare diverse meals, and create even more opportunities for volunteers to contribute to the community.

Get Involved

Join us in serving the community

Volunteer

Help prepare meals, assist in the shelter, provide counseling, or support our events. Every contribution makes a difference.

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Donate

Your financial support helps us maintain our programs and expand our services to reach more people in need.

Make a Donation

Spread the Word

Help us reach those who need our services by sharing information about our programs with your networks.

Contact Us

Visit Our Facilities

You are always welcome

Location & Hours

Address

24 Cedar St S
Timmins, Ontario
P4N 2G4

Hours

Spiritual Center:
Daily: 6 AM - 10 PM

Shelter:
Available 24/7

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