Aaniin Community Hub

Home to 29 community organizations enhancing individual and family well-being through the delivery of health, wellness, recreational programming and community partnerships.

• A Rose for Grandma Wellness Hub
• Canadian Tamil Professional Association
• Carefirst Seniors and Community Services Association
• Community Family Services of Ontario
• D'Care Foundation
• EarlyON Child and Family Centre Markham
• Evergreen Community Hospice
• Gifted People Services
• Health For All, Family Team
• Live & Let Live Foundation
• Loxley International Foundation
• Markham African Canadian Caribbean Association
• Markham Tamil Organization
• Middlefield Seniors
• Next Generation Arts
• Oak Valley Health
• Seniors Enhance Access Services (S.E.A.S)
• Settlement Assistance
• Social Services Network (SSN)
• South Markham Community Action Table
• Tamil Recreation Club
• Toastmasters
• The Cross Cultural Community Services Association
• York Region Education Services

Creative Wellness Workshop: Zentangle for Mindfulness and Relaxation
Course ID: 371378

Experience the calming and meditative practice of Zentangle. Through guided instruction, participants will learn simple tangles and techniques that encourage focus, relaxation, and creative exploration.

Age 12 and above. No artistic background is needed.

November 5, 2026 from 6 PM to 7:30 PM

Services for Seniors
Course ID: 368582

Seniors in Ontario can access a variety of services and benefits, including Old Age Security (OAS), Guaranteed Income Supplement (GIS), Canada Pension Plan (CPP), health care, housing, transportation, and community support programs. This session will provide information about eligibility requirements, the application process, how to apply, and the documents required for each service. 

November 9, 2026 from 6 PM to 7:30 PM

Navigating Senior Benefits in Ontario: A Practical Guide to OAS, GIS, and GAINS
Course ID: 368584

Learn how to navigate Ontario's senior support programs, maximize your income through OAS, GIS, and GAINS and secure available benefits. 

November 12, 2026 from 6 PM to 7 PM

Post-Secondary & Career Navigation Panel + Networking
Course ID: 378816

What does the university experience actually look like?

Join us for University Unpacked, where we'll break down the application process and share advice on finding the right program and making the most of your time at university.

Register now through the link!

November, 19, 2026 from 6:30 PM to 9 PM

Community Safety Walk with YRP and Traumatic Incident Response Protocol (TIRP) 
Course ID: 377937

Join the Traumatic Incident Response Protocol (TIRP) and York Regional Police (YRP) for a guided walk through Aaniin Community Centre. Through the lens of Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED), we will explore how these principles can be applied to our own homes and neighbourhoods.

Join us to...
Reflect on how design shapes our shared spaces in Markham
Learn about CPTED principles from YRP and how they can help deter crime
Walk through Aaniin's indoor and outdoor spaces with guided observations
Identify practical ways to notice and apply these ideas in your own home and neighbourhood

Free refreshments will be available!

November 20, 2026 from 6 PM to 8:30 PM

Heartfulness Meditation - Awakening Inner peace
Course ID: 368763

Curious about simple ways to improve your health, mental, and overall well-being? Join us for a welcoming introductory session where you can experience practical techniques that support both body and mind.

What you’ll experience
Introduction to Heartfulness Meditation and its approach to balanced living
Guided relaxation and meditation to help reduce stress and calm the mind

Age group: 15 years and above
Whether you are new to meditation or simply curious, this session is a great way to experience meditation in a friendly and supportive environment.

November 21, 2026 from 9 AM to 12 PM