Author: Betel Centre

The Bernard Betel Centre for Creative Living (BBC) is a publicly funded, not-for-profit agency, that focuses on empowering seniors to lead active, creative, and healthy lifestyles in a Jewish environment. Based in north central Toronto and serving over 5,000 seniors annually, we provide exemplary, multilingual educational, cultural and wellness programs in a safe and supportive environment… Continue reading Call for Nominations: Bernard Betel Centre Board of Directors

This Sunday, May 4, the Bernard Betel Centre honoured our volunteer milestone recipients who have reached 5, 10, or more years of service! Volunteers from every department received recognition certificates and pins from the City of Toronto, presented by Councillor James Pasternak, from the Province of Ontario's MPP Office of Michael Kerzner, and from the… Continue reading 2025 Volunteer Milestones

On Sunday, April 27, 2025, The Bernard Betel Centre for Creative Living proudly presented our inaugural 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award for Artistic Excellence to internationally acclaimed sculptor and printmaker, B.R. Schwartz, at the beautiful private residence of Leslie and Anna Dan. At 92 years old, B.R. Schwartz continues to inspire with a body of work… Continue reading 2025 Lifetime Achievement Award for Artistic Excellence

As summer approaches and the days grow longer, I’m reminded of the joy that comes with sunshine, laughter, and community. May is a month of renewal, of gardens blooming and friendships flourishing—and here at the Bernard Betel Centre, we are blooming right alongside you. Whether you're dancing in our Zumba classes, sharing stories over coffee… Continue reading Message from Gail Gould, Executive Director

The Bernard Betel Centre, a vibrant non-profit community centre for those 55+ in North York, is looking for an experienced hand-building pottery instructor to join us starting in July 2025! Share your passion and expertise in hand-building techniques with a diverse group of learners, from beginner to experienced potters. We offer competitive rates for daytime… Continue reading Teach Pottery at the Bernard Betel Centre!