Sistema Toronto

Social Change Through Music Education 

Sistema Toronto is an after-school music and social development program for children and youth in underserved communities across Toronto. Students receive 10 hours of weekly music instruction, instruments, and nutritious snacks at no cost to families. They play string instruments together in orchestras, beat drums in drum ensembles, and sing together in choirs while developing important life skills like problem-solving, empathy, and self-advocacy. Each child begins in our program in grades 1 or 2 and remains with us until they graduate from grade 8 when they can then join our Honours Orchestra Program. 

At Sistema Toronto, donor support is critical.  Your investment allows Sistema students to play real instruments, receive instruction with professional musicians, eat a healthy snack every day, and benefit from community support, while also building confidence, leadership and self-esteem.

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