A really cool FREE learn to skateboard event is coming to Evergree Brickworks this October. Skateboarding is more than a sport — it’s a universal invitation to explore balance, courage, and community. That’s exactly the spirit behind the Bell First Roll Initiative, a new Canada Skateboard event designed to open up the world of skating to newcomers.
What Is the First Roll Initiative?
On October 25, 2025, from 2 PM to 7 PM at Evergreen Brickworks (Toronto), the community is invited to a free “learn-to-skate” event, especially aimed at youth new to Canada. The agenda includes: Free lessons (2:00 – 5:00) led by Impact Skate Club, Driveway Skate Shop, and Workshop Skateboard ClubA demonstration featuring Olympians Annie Guglia & Fay De Fazio Ebert (4:30 – 5:00)Public open skate (5:00 – 7:00) for everyone to roll freely Bonus features: complimentary skateboards and protective pads, how-to workshops, art activations, and live music
Participants can sign up for free, and all support (gear, coaching, space) is provided by the collaborating partners.
Why It Matters Community & inclusion: This is a powerful way to remove typical barriers (cost, gear, experience) and make skating accessible to people who might never have had a chance.
Cross-generational and cross-cultural connection: Especially for new Canadians, it offers a friendly entry point into a creative, movement-based community.
Spotlight on sport & identity: Featuring Olympians and offering demos gives newcomers role models to connect with and see what’s possible.Growing the foundation: Events like this help build the grassroots base of skateboarding — expanding awareness, participation, and continuity.
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