Housing, Infrastructure and Communities Canada
Canada Funds Somali Cultural Center in Toronto
Today, the Honourable Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, Minister of Housing, Infrastructure and Communities, announced a federal investment of $20 million for the Somali Centre for Culture and Recreation in Toronto through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program.
This project will support the construction of a net-zero emissions facility that will address the needs of Toronto’s Somali community and provide social, cultural and recreational services to residents in the surrounding area. When complete, the centre will be more than 100,000 square-feet and include spaces for fitness, sport, art, dance, music and social services such as newcomer support.
The federal government recognizes the importance of community spaces and remains committed to strengthening and revitalizing Canadian communities, ensuring we remain connected through common interest and shared spaces.
https://www.canada.ca/en/housing-infrastructure-communities/news/2025/03/wadnaha-dhexe-government-of-canada-commits-to-new-culture-and-recreation-centre-for-the-somali-community-in-toronto.html