The Children's Breakfast Clubs

The Children's Breakfast Clubs For more than 35 years, we have provided healthy meals and educational, cultural, & recreational activities to thousands of children across Southern Ontario

The Children’s Breakfast Club History

In 1984, after consultation with community residents and the Metropolitan Toronto Housing Authority, the first Children’s Breakfast Club was opened in the Jane/Falstaff community. It was determined that many community needs and concerns could be addressed with a breakfast program:

A nutritious start to the day for children to help prevent behavioural problem

s, limited attention span, truancy and frequent tardiness
A safe place for parents to leave their children when they go to work. A warm and caring environment where children feel safe and supported. History PictureToday, the Children’s Breakfast Clubs operate programs in 20+ communities. The Clubs are established in collaboration with a number of community partners, including residents, agencies, schools and organizations. Each Club has a community advisory board of concerned residents who advise staff and shape program to best meet the needs of the community.

06/12/2026

Welcome back to the TCBC KITCHEN! ⏲️

Today we’re making: Sheet Pan Sweet Potato Pancakes 🥞

Ingredients:
+ Pancake mix (e.g., Krusteaz)
+ Sweet potatoes (boiled and mashed)
+ Cinnamon powder
+ Brown sugar
+ Vanilla extract

Cooking Instructions:
* Mash the boiled sweet potatoes. Add cinnamon powder, vanilla extract, and brown sugar, then mix well.
* In a large bowl, whisk the pancake batter according to package instructions (for Krusteaz, just add water).
* Add the sweet potato mixture to the batter and whisk until smooth and well combined.
* Pour the batter into a prepared baking pan.
* Sprinkle additional cinnamon and brown sugar on top.
* Bake in a preheated oven at 350°F (175°C) for 15–18 minutes, or until a toothpick inserted into the center comes out clean and the top springs back when touched.
* Let cool for a few minutes, then slice into portions.
* Serve with your choice of syrup, butter, powdered sugar, or all three!

What do you want to see us cook next?! 👇🏼

Krusteaz

This year, it’s more than just a bike ride🚴✨For over 25 years, The Children’s Breakfast Clubs has partnered with local p...
06/10/2026

This year, it’s more than just a bike ride🚴✨

For over 25 years, The Children’s Breakfast Clubs has partnered with local police services to bring the Healthy Lifestyle and Bike Program to youth across Southern Ontario.

This isn’t just about learning to ride, it’s about building confidence, independence, and community trust. Through hands-on workshops, students work side-by-side with officers to build their very own bikes, learn vital road safety, and discover the power of healthy living.

Why It Matters:
- For many participants, these bikes provide safe, reliable transportation to school, jobs, and community programs.
- Students and officers connect as mentors and friends, building genuine trust and mutual respect.
- The program culminates in the unforgettable event, where students celebrate their hard work with a bike ride!


👇HOW YOU CAN HELP!👇
This year, the program is expanding to empower 250 incredible students. But we can’t do it alone. To keep this momentum going and bridge the gap for youth who need it most, we need your support.

We are actively looking for funding partners to help sustain and grow this life-changing initiative. Reach out to us at [email protected] if you can donate!

Our bowls are FULL! 🥣🥛Huge shout out to for their recent Cereal donation to our clubs. 

While we love to provide our s...
06/08/2026

Our bowls are FULL! 🥣🥛

Huge shout out to for their recent Cereal donation to our clubs. 

While we love to provide our students with filling hearty meals to fuel their day… sometimes all we really want is a nostalgic bowl of cereal to start the day.

And luckily with the help of Upper Canada College, we can!

THANK YOU 🦴💜We recently received a generous donation of pet food from The Kibble Project!Founded by Olympic and World Ch...
06/03/2026

THANK YOU 🦴💜

We recently received a generous donation of pet food from The Kibble Project!

Founded by Olympic and World Champion figure skater Elvis Stojko, The Kibble Project collects food and supplies for shelters, foster organizations and pet rescue groups who need their help.

A HUGE thank you to Elvis and Gladys for their generous contribution and support of our Pet Food Drive and supporting both families and seniors who have pets.

Over May, we’re shining a light on some incredible Asian Canadian leaders who are making waves in entertainment and comm...
05/31/2026

Over May, we’re shining a light on some incredible Asian Canadian leaders who are making waves in entertainment and community activism. We’d love to introduce you to…

Tracy Wong 🎼🍎

Dr. Tracy Wong is a visionary Malaysian Canadian choral conductor, composer, and educator dedicated to centering Asian voices in the global choral scene. As the Eileen Mercier Professor in Choral Music at Wilfrid Laurier University, she champions culturally responsive pedagogy beyond Western traditions. She bridges Southeast Asian heritage with Canadian practice, promotes authentic collaboration, and mentors artists in the Malaysian community, including with financial support.

She has conducted at major global conferences and co-founded initiatives supporting Choral Canada’s music creators sub-committee. Her work expands representation for Canadian women artists of color, empowering musicians to reclaim cultural narratives with authenticity and excellence.

We are in awe of you, !

THANK YOU!! 💖 🍪Wow, we are so grateful to have another incredible year of The Smile Cookie campaign under our belts. We ...
05/29/2026

THANK YOU!! 💖 🍪

Wow, we are so grateful to have another incredible year of The Smile Cookie campaign under our belts. We are SO honoured to be the selected charity of choice from the Toronto Tim Hortons Locations.

The impact this makes on our organization is HUGE. With these funds we are able to serve more students, expand our clubs, and support more communities.

We are so unbelievably grateful for and the support we received this year. A huge thank you to the for your help selling cookies and making a positive impact on our communities.

A big thank you to our additional community partners &

To every person who posted, reshared, spread the word and picked up a cookie, THANK YOU!! 



Over May, we’re shining a light on some incredible Asian Canadian leaders who are making waves in entertainment and comm...
05/25/2026

Over May, we’re shining a light on some incredible Asian Canadian leaders who are making waves in entertainment and community activism. We’d love to introduce you to…

Paul Nguyen ✊🎞️

Community activist and filmmaker Paul Nguyen founded jane-finch.com in 2004. He co-produced What Jennifer Did, the most-watched documentary movie on Netflix in 2024, and was associate producer on Lost in the Struggle for CBC’s The Fifth Estate. He is a three-time CEMA award recipient for his social justice stories.

The Government of Canada recognized him on Noteworthy Canadians of Asian heritage and honoured him with the Paul Yuzyk Award for Multiculturalism and Canada’s Volunteer Award. He donated $25,000 in grant prizes to preserve the Vietnamese Boat People’s legacy. He holds the Meritorious Service Medal and Ontario Medal for Good Citizenship.

Absolutely incredible,

Over May, we’re shining a light on some incredible Asian Canadian leaders who are making waves in entertainment and comm...
05/19/2026

Over May, we’re shining a light on some incredible Asian Canadian leaders who are making waves in entertainment and community activism. We’d love to introduce you to…

Nina Lee Aquino 🎭🌟

Born in San Juan, Metro Manila, Nina Lee Aquino is a multi-award-winning director, dramaturg, writer, and arts advocate, and the current Artistic Director of the National Arts Centre’s English Theatre. Over two decades, she has become a leading force in Canadian theatre, known for her distinctive style blending magical realism, visual composition, and dynamic ensemble work.

She has directed productions nationwide, earning major awards including Dora Awards for Outstanding Direction. A founder and leader of key theatre companies, she has also contributed as a writer, editor, teacher, and mentor, championing Asian Canadian voices and shaping the future of theatre in Canada.

Thank you for being a leader in more ways than one, Nina!

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The Children's Breakfast Clubs C/o American Express Canada 2225 Sheppard Avenue East Suite 100
Toronto, ON
M2J5C2

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 9am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 9am - 4:30pm
Thursday 9am - 4:30pm
Friday 9am - 4:30pm

Telephone

+14378366222

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