š¬ In This Week | November 6 ā 12
šš½ Ahlan / Hello
āØ Khamsa Moments By Nada F
š Five Events Worth Checking Out
šļø This Weekās Complete Event Lineup
A rainy evening in Torontoās Chinatown | Photo by Jonathan Gong
šš½ Ahlan / Hello
š±š§ Happy Lebanese Heritage Month! November is officially recognized across Canada as a time to celebrate the heritage and contributions of Lebanese Canadians.
Weāre in Remembrance Week across Canada, a time to honour the courage and service of those who have served. This year, we commemorate Wafa Dabbagh šµšø (1962ā2012), Palestinian Canadian decorated naval officer, whose inspiring story reminds us that heroes come from every background.
Keep an eye on @taaisfortoronto as we celebrate Wafaās legacy and the power of diverse stories.
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Chief Culture Guide ā khamsašš½
NEW! āØ Khamsa Moments By Nada F
DAM on September 26 at Leeās Palace, Toronto | Photo by Nada F
āI had the pleasure of attending the DAM concert last Friday [September 26, 2025] and it was an absolutely incredible event!! The band were in top form, performed all my favourite songs (except for 2 lol), they had a fun and energetic presence on stage (although they had just arrived in Toronto 5 hours prior after an over 20-hour trip!), their only female member, Maysa Daw, was incredible to hear and very entertaining to watch, and they never stopped speaking about Palestine and the ongoing genocide, so it wasn't just a fun show but a meaningful one as well! The energy of the crowd and the support for Palestine in the room were palpable and oh so strong!! #freefreepalestine šµšøā
ā Nada F
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šš½ Five Events Worth Checking Out
š Delivering Medical Aid to Gaza During a Genocide šµšø
Join an important fundraiser in Toronto supporting Gliaās lifesaving medical work in Gaza. Hear directly from Dr. Tarek Loubani, emergency physician and Glia founder, alongside community advocates, as they share firsthand stories and discuss solidarity healthcare efforts during crisis.
š Dr. Tarek Loubani, Dr. Suzanne Shoush, Mskwaasin Agnew, with Azeezah Kanji (moderator) & Sheliza Jamal (MC)
š¬ English
šļø Thursday, Nov 6 Ā· Doors & snacks 6:00 pm, Event 7:00 pm
š St. Andrewās United Church, 117 Bloor St E, Toronto
šļø Paid ticket / Fundraiser
š“ Sofra Supperclub: Cozy Egyptian Dinner Experience šŖš¬
Connect over a delicious meal with new friends at Sofra Supperclubās next gathering. Enjoy the warmth of shared stories and the flavours of Arabic-inspired cuisine in a relaxed, intimate settingāperfect for anyone craving good food and good company in Toronto.
š Sofra Supperclub
š¬ English & Arabic
šļø Wednesday, Nov 6 Ā· Evening
š Toronto (details shared upon registration)
šļø Registration
š¬ Diaspora Film Festival 2025 (Nov 6ā9)
Celebrate the vibrancy of world cinema in Toronto! This festival brings together global filmmakers and stories, with spotlight screenings including standout films like āSeeking Haven For Mr. Ramboā and "Coexistence My Ass".
š Diaspora Film Festival
š¬ Multiple languages
šļø Nov 6ā9, 2025 (see website for full schedule)
š Innis Town Hall Theatre, 2 Sussex Avenue, Toronto, ON M5S 1J5
šļø Paid ticket ā 50% discount code: Diaspora50
š¶ Howlin' Circus: Creature 2025 Tour Finale
Get ready for a night of soulful, genre-blending rockāHowlinā Circus, the thrilling Middle Eastern-inspired project from Canadian-Iraqi artist Jafar Sandouk, returns to Toronto for the final Creature 2025 tour stop! Joining the homecoming show are indie rock duo Wampums and alt-rock force Vivienne Wilder.
š Howlinā Circus with special guests Wampums, Vivienne Wilder
š¬ English
šļø Saturday, Nov 8 Ā· Doors 8:00 pm
š Handlebar, 159 Augusta Ave, Toronto
šļø Paid ticket
š¶ Hello Psychaleppo (Live) ā Cipher & Classics
Experience the electrifying fusion of traditional Arabic melodies and modern electronic beats as Hello Psychaleppo, the Arab Bass Dropper from Aleppo, brings his signature sound to Toronto for one unforgettable night.
š Hello PsychaleppoĀ
š¬ Arabic & English
šļø Saturday, Nov 8, 10:00 pm ā Sunday, Nov 9, 3:00 amĀ
š Cafeteria, 1650 Dupont Street, Toronto, ON M6P 3T2
šļø Paid ticket (19+)Ā ā Ticket Souq
