Convergence Space Information

G8/G20 PEOPLES CONVERGENCE SPACE
1266 QUEEN STREET WEST
(just west off Noble)

Convergence Space Accessibility (PDF)

TCMN’s Convergence Space and Accessibility

Barrier-free access

As of the evening of June 17th, the Convergence Space will have a
barrier free entrance. Due to landlord concerns about the sharing of
space, the accessible entrance is not the primary entrance. We
recognize that the dynamic of asking people to use a separate entrance
is problematic, and we apologize. There will be a doorbell outside of
the main entrance. When you ring this doorbell, we will open the
barrier-free entrance and show you how to get to it.

We can use the accessible washroom at Parkdale Community Legal
Services (PCLS) next door during their open hours. PCLS is open during
the following hours:

Monday 9:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M.
Tuesday 9:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Wednesday 2:00 P.M. - 5:00 P.M.
Thursday 9:00 A.M. - 7:00 P.M.
Friday 9:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.

Starting on Friday, June 18th, outside of these hours, there will be a
commode chair available inside of the convergence space itself. The
commode chair will be separated from the rest of the space using
thick, dark curtains, and there will be basins available for
handwashing.

Accessible transportation to and from actions

Throughout the week of June 21st through June 27th, we will be
providing accessible transportation from the convergence space to and
from actions and meetings and other transportation if necessary. If
you are coming from out of town, we can also provide you with
information about Toronto’s public transit system. To get in touch
with the transportation team, you can call 647.448.7039, email
g20transportation@gmail.com, or speak with someone in the convergence
space.

Attendant care

The convergence space will be staffed with people who can provide
attendant care. They will be wearing armbands to identify them, and
they will be pointed out to everyone accessing the space. Mutual aid
is an important tenet of our movement, and asking others for help is a
political act. We hope you feel comfortable talking to us.

Sexual Assault Policy

The TCMN is a survivor-centric space with no room for perpetrators of
sexual assault. Read our full sexual assault policy here, with
information on who to contact for support:

http://g20.torontomobilize.org/sexualassaultpolicy.

ASL Interpretation

We are waiting for confirmation from ASL interpreters for the opening
party and both assembly meetings. When we have confirmation, we will
forward that information widely. If you’d like to check in with us,
you can email jean@tao.ca.

Legal support TTY phone

The Movement Defense office has a TTY line. If you are arrested or
want information about friends and family, you can reach them at
416.531.0060.

Food allergies

The entire convergence space has a nut-free policy. The People’s
Kitchen will be serving one meal a day during the week of June
21st-27th with both omnivore and vegan options. If you have other food
allergies, please let the People’s Kitchen know as soon as possible at
tommalleson@gmail.com

Scent-free policy

The Convergence Space is a scent-free space. Please don't wear any
scented products, including perfume, cologne, essential oils or scents
that may be remaining from soap, shampoo or other bath products.

Large print formats

All of our policies and the welcoming booklet will exist in a
large-print format.

Other concerns?

If you have questions or concerns, need more details, have
suggestions, or just want to chat, you can email jean@tao.ca, call
647-448-7039, or speak with someone in the convergence space.