BAM - Books, Art, Music Collective

We dedicate this award to our incredible community members, whose support and participation have been instrumental in our programming and events. To our project leaders and for their exceptional leadership and passion for community safety, and to our amazing partners.

This recognition reaffirms our commitment to supporting equity-deserving communities impacted by systemic challenges. Moving forward, we remain dedicated to creating opportunities that empower youth to overcome obstacles and find pathways to community success

We are thrilled to announce that BAM Collective has been awarded the Mayor’s Community Safety Award by City of Toronto Mayor @oliviachow for the “Community-Led Groups/Projects” category!

Are you a woman-identifying refugee leader in Ontario? Interested in a fully funded scholarship to participate in the 2024 Global Youth Assembly in New York? APPLY TODAY 🫂 #StrongerTogether @BAMCollectivee 😁 docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAI…

In partnership with @NorthpineCanada we proudly announce our sponsorship of two refugee youth delegates to attend and participate in the 2024 Global @YouthAssembly in New York, United States. Apply today via this Google form! lnkd.in/gh4UtbGA #refugees

Congratulations to our founder @HanenNanaa4 for receiving two prestigious awards today: the Top 25 Canadian Immigrants award and the Youth Winner award for 2023! We are incredibly proud of your accomplishments and the positive impact you continue to make in the community. 🎉🏆

We are looking for an Events and Logistics Coordinator and Communications and Outreach Coordinator for our upcoming project Inclusive Communities; Safer Streets: #LetsEmpowerToronto DEADLINE: JULY 24, 2023 Send us your resume info@bamcollective.ca

BAM Collective is excited to launch Inclusive Communities; Safer Streets: #LetsEmpowerToronto Keep a look out for events on the way!

Sign up here: eventbrite.ca/e/peace-by-pie…

Join us for an art-making session where we discuss how belonging and togetherness can foster safety, promote violence reduction, and cultivate a strong sense of community. Art materials and refreshments will be provided. Just bring your perspectives and imagination!

BELONGING, COMMUNITY & SAFETY Join the Conversation - Have Your Voice Heard LINK TO SURVEY: forms.gle/91CTudQmYDSGbD…

Congratulations to our new Summer Fellow, Ruth Masuka!

Just announced alongside Masai Ujiri, gun control advocates, victims’ families, and community members: Starting this year, the first Friday of June each year will be the National Day Against Gun Violence.

We aim to raise awareness on crucial issues such as gun violence and and give youth opportunities to strive and access decision making through arts, music , policy, innovation and community engagement.

Thank you Prime Minister @JustinTrudeau for championing our cause and supporting BAM Collective’s mission.

We are honoured to be invited by Prime Minister @JustinTrudeau and @Raptors Vice-Chairman and Team President Masai Ujiri to officially declare Canada's first #NationalDayAgainstGunViolence. Special thanks to Ministers @MarciIen & @marcomendicino

Congratulations to Bam Collective’s new Board Chair, Kataryna Patsak!!

Calling 2SLGBTQ+ youth 14 to 19! Join The 519 for a free in-person arts and social justice program in collaboration with us the @BAMCollectivee Register at: the519.org/BamCollective Supplies, materials, TTC tokens, and dinner will be provided. Email: YouthPrograms@The519.org