TH3RDSPACE

a deep dive. A third space is more than just a physical place—it’s a feeling, a connection, and a community where you can be yourself, grow, and find belonging. It’s where you pause, reflect, and engage in ways that ground you, inspire you, and push you forward. The journey to discovering or creating a third space isn’t linear— we realize that as we all come from different paths there’s no single way to experience it. A third space evolves with us, and is shaped by our needs, values, and the communities we’re part of. What remains constant is the opportunity to nurture the places, people, or things that allow us to thrive, connect, and grow—together building communities that remind us we are all part of something greater. Whether it be a friend or a specific place, what’s important is the necessity to come together, sharing our experiences in a welcoming and understanding environment. We hope to nuture a third space where we feel seen, heard, and connected— being able to explore shared or differing journeys, and create a sense of belonging - whatever that looks like to you. #CommunityLove #StrongerTogether #ConnectionMatters #FindYourTribe #SupportEachOther #BuildingCommunity #HumanConnection #CreatingSpace #Unity #CollectiveGrowth #SocialGood #CommunityMatters #PositiveCommunity

This trailer is only the beginning💌 Threads of Her coming soon! Production Credits Director: Ladan Afkul @lxdanm Assistant Director: Sumeya Farah @yourstrulysmf Producer: Zenah Hussun @zenah.hussun Cinematographer: Matthew Macalintal @banginbucks Assistant Camera: Jamal Omar @jamalamaj Production Assistant: Amal Abdulle @aamaleyy__ Graphic Design: Sumeya Farah @yourstrulysmf Photographers: Sumeya Farah @yourstrulysmf Set Design: Sumeya Farah @yourstrulysmf , Zenah Hussun @zenah.hussun , Ladan Afkul @lxdanm Wardrobe Styling: Mounia Ali @mouniaalii BTS Videographer: Stavro Polus @shotbystav BTS Photographer: Iman Yeheya @imansfilmz Cast Leena Mahmood @leenaverse Kullene @kuulllee Zainab Kashif @_3ainab Mounia Ali @mouniaalii Alanoud Emaish @noudiee.e Kowsar Rijal @kowsxr_r Hoyoo Samsam Ladan Afkul Special thank you to Nando’s Canada (@nandoscanada ) for sponsoring this campaign and believing in the vision from the beginning. Your support helped bring this project to life in a meaningful way. Thank you for the amazing dessert to end off a day of production @musaabdesserts ! We can’t thank you enough! And thank you to Anar Scarves (@anarscarves ) for supporting the cast with hijabs and helping us bring authenticity and care into the styling of this piece. Your contribution did not go unnoticed. Full video out on… 05.29.26 #explore #community #toronto #culture

Introducing our 2025 Building Bridges cohort!🧡 This was our first run of Building Bridges and we couldn’t have been more grateful and thankful for an amazing group of inspiring people. The application for our 2026 cohort closes April 16th (TODAY) at 11:59pm. Link to apply is located in our bio🧡 Photos by @jamalamaj 📸 #community #toronto

Taking a look back at Building Bridges last year💛 Applications for the Building Bridges 2026 cohort are open, deadline to apply is April 16th! See you soon #explore #community #toronto

Our Building Bridges program is back for another cohort💙 Applications close at April 16th at 11:59PM. Link is in our bio! Feel free to reach out with any questions or concerns. See you soon! photos by @leenaverse 📸 #explore #toronto #community

From April to September, Building Bridges was a space for growth, opportunity, and connection. Over the course of the program, participants gained valuable experiences, with some moving into employment, volunteer opportunities, and new pathways for their future. But beyond all of that, what mattered most were the relationships built along the way. At its core, Building Bridges was about creating space for young people to connect with themselves, with one another, and with the possibilities ahead of them. To close out the program, we were grateful to end with a camp experience that gave participants the chance to reflect, celebrate, and deepen those bonds even further. A heartfelt thank you to our funders, Foundation for Black Communities (@fdnblkcomm ) and Ontario Trillium Foundation (@yofatotf ), for believing in this work and making programs like this possible. Your support helps us continue creating meaningful spaces where youth can grow, belong, and thrive. 🎥 @bymohamud @jamalamaj #blackideasgrant

وَأَلَّفَ بَيْنَ قُلُوبِهِمْ ۚ لَوْ أَنفَقْتَ مَا فِي الْأَرْضِ جَمِيعًا مَّا أَلَّفْتَ بَيْنَ قُلُوبِهِمْ وَلَٰكِنَّ اللَّهَ أَلَّفَ بَيْنَهُمْ ۚ إِنَّهُ عَزِيزٌ حَكِيمٌ — Surah Al-Anfal (8:63) There’s something powerful about hearts gathering for the sake of Allah. Join us for the People of Al-Firdous Annual Iftar In collaboration with TH3RDSPACE! 🗓 Sunday, March 1 📍 260 Carlaw Ave ⏰ 3PM A gathering rooted in remembrance, unity and sincere connection. May this be a night that nourishes both our bodies and our souls, and may Allah be the One who brings our hearts together. 🌙✨

Join us this this Friday for a pj-themed punch card night for women and girls. we’ll have hot cocoa, and space to reflect and get creative. Visit the link in our bio to register for the event — limited spots are available.

Yesterday, we had the opportunity to join @kingstrustcanada in hosting the first ever plus one networking event bringing together youth leaders across the city! Over the next 18 months, we’ll be working with The Kings Trust Canada to host events and workshops centred around youth skill development, while learning to co-create strategies that strengthen our systems to keep the work reflective of the communities we serve.

Mi‘raj returns for a second series, continuing a shared journey of reflection, renewal and connection. Inspired by the Night Journey of the Prophet Muhammad ﷺ, this space is created for those seeking to return to Allah, nurture inner healing and grow in faith alongside community. Through guided reflections and meaningful conversations, we gather to carry faith beyond sacred moments and into everyday life. Tuesdays – Men’s sessions (dates are subject to change during Ramadan) Limited spots available. Register through the link in our bio!

Introducing our Building Blocks program! A opportunity to engage in play-based workshops aimed at supporting you towards build confidence, skills, and clarity for what’s next — work, school, or life beyond the classroom. In partnership with The King’s Trust Canada ( @kingstrustcanada )participants will explore identity, strengthen communication and job-readiness skills, and co-create a youth-led resource or community event. Apply via link in bio, applications close January 15, 2025 Know someone who might be interested? Tag them, share this post, or send it their way! #community #toronto #explore

After 12 months and 365 days we close of 2025 with so many moments to reflect on and share. However one thing we know is that none of these moments could have happened without you being a part of them! From the TH3RDSPACE team we wish you a new year full of peace. We hope to continue to create spaces that are for you and for us💛 #explore #community #toronto