about us
– TCAG’s mission –
We bring our community together through welcoming places and inclusive programs.
– TCAG’s Vision –
A community where everyone feels welcome, connected and able to grow.
– tcag’s values –
The Thorold Community Activities Group CARES:
Community, Accessibility, Responsiveness, Environment, Stewardship
Community
We work alongside our members and partners to strengthen our community.
Access
We remove barriers so that people of all ages, abilities and backgrounds can participate fully
Responsive
We act with integrity, fairness and accountability in the decisions we make and the people we serve.
Environment
We act with care in our spaces and programs, recognizing that a healthy environment and a healthy community go hand in hand.
Stewardship
We care for our people, places and resources so that TCAG remains strong and relevant for the generations that follow.
Accessibility matters here.
TCAG was recently chosen by the Joint Accessibility Advisory Committee (JAAC) as a recipient of the 2026 Accessibility Matters Here Awards, recognizing businesses and organizations across Niagara for their commitment to accessibility, includion, and barrier-free communities! Learn more here: https://www.thorold.ca/news/news/jaac-announces-2026-accessibility-matters-here-award-recipients/
As part of our commitment to equity, accessibility, inclusion, and diversity, we have created an Access Guide listing the TCAG’s accessibility features and providing a step-by-step guide to navigating into/around our building so individuals can anticipate their experience of our community centre.
2025 Annual Report
Explore a year of stories, milestones,
and impact at the TCAG!
Our 2025 Impact
Be part of our impact this year!
Every little bit helps and we are grateful for your support.
– our history –
TCAG’s Timeline
The TCAG has blossomed into a dynamic organization with extensive offerings, including a range of public sports, cultural, and recreational programs suitable for all ages.”
1981
The TCAG has come a long way from its humble beginnings in the Club Capri parking lot
We progressed to small offices on Carleton Street before finally establishing our current home on Richmond Street.
Present Day
Present Day
Fastforward to Today.
This is where we facilitate the connection of our wonderful community. Our commitment to accessibility and affordability remains strong.
We firmly believe that everyone should have the opportunity to enjoy the benefits of our programs and services. In addition to offering our services at an affordable rate for the residents of Thorold and surrounding communities, TCAG also acts as a bustling hub for community meetings, collection drives, and various other community-access events and services.
1981
A Thorold Community Beginning
The Thorold Community Activities Group (TCAG) was born out of the passion and dedication of a group of community volunteers. They believed that Thorold deserved its own vibrant recreation program and their determination laid the foundation for what would become a thriving organization..
Pre-2009
2009
Our current space on Richmond Street serves our community and is the heart of our operation.
Our current space on Richmond Street serves our community and is the heart of our operation. Our most recent expansion happened in 2009 with the generous support of the Basciano family, among other community supporters.
Board President – Amy McCulloch
Vice-President – Sher Foster
Treasurer/Secretary – Jodi Quilan
Board Director – Karen Schilstra
Board Director – Madison Samuel-Barclay
Board Director – Abdullah Asif
Board Director – Sabrina Schepiel
Past President – James Symons
Our Board of Directors
Our dedicated TCAG Board of Directors plays a vital role in providing strategic guidance and oversight to our organization.
With diverse backgrounds, professions, and lived experiences, our board members all share a common passion for the Thorold community, and they firmly believe in the significance of sports, recreation, and leisure activities for everyone
Have questions? Well, we have all the answers
1. What is a non-profit charity organization?
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A non-profit organization is a type of organization that does not exist to make a profit. Non-profit organizations are typically dedicated to a particular cause or mission. The TCAG is both a non-profit and a charity (Charitable #: 108107780RR0001). Click here to learn more about TCAG’s mission, vision, and values.
2. Do I need to live in Thorold to visit the TCAG?
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No, the TCAG is open to everyone in Niagara! Whether you live in Thorold or elsewhere, you are welcome to come to our events, participate in programs, use our services, and more.
3. Do I need a membership to register for programs?
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Yes, a majority of our sports and recreation programs require a membership to participate with some exceptions (e.g. free sport skills programs occasionally offered for youth). Our memberships are all inclusive, flexible, and may be cancelled without penalty, and we have Individual and Family memberships available.
4. Do I need a membership to register for camps (e.g. Summer Camp, PD Day, March Break)?
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No, you do not need a TCAG membership to register for camps or childcare programming. However, you will need to create a free Xplor account to register your child.
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Being part of TCAG makes me feel…
welcomed and supported in the community. I really appreciate TCAG and all the people who support this program. It gives children a safe and positive environment to learn, play, and grow. Thank you very much for helping families like ours.
Milo Estevez
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Being part of TCAG
makes me feel like…
I have a family and a community. Being from another country and not having much family or support here is hard, with TCAG they help to fill that void a bit making me feel more at home.
Ana Tejada
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Being part of TCAG makes me feel…
thankful, happy, and gives me peace of mind. My kids get the opportunity to feel included in the community and make friends, which significantly reduces social isolation.