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Welcome!

EDIFY offers an exceptional dance program
for young dancers 3 years to 16 years.

On March 25, 2014 the Elite Dance Initiative for Youth [EDIFY] was born. Under the artistic direction of Stacey-Ann Vassell, EDIFY exists to make excellent dance training led by expert instructors financially accessible within marginalized communities.  

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Our extended goal is to offer audiences nationwide a chance to experience dazzling productions that are youth centered. 

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New to dance? Don't quite know what to choose?

Try a FREE CLASS

At the beginning of each season we know dance can be a tad intimidating for our new dancers and their  parents.  To help you choose correctly you can try 2 classes for FREE then decide what you like. 

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Performance Team

Come see what the hype is all about!

 

Interested in making the team? Speak to the Artistic Director.

New parents/students interested in having their children participate in competitions, festivals and City of Toronto showcases must indicate this preference. 

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These performing opportunities further develop confidence and self-presentation skills.  Being part of our performance  team is an excellent medium for self-expression.   

DID YOU KNOW?

At EDIFY we put the

FUN in FUND-RAISING.

Fundraisers help to keep costs down for our students.  

 

A special thank you to those who support our initiatives year after year so that we can continue to create amazing dance presentations. 

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We acknowledge our students' accomplishments
at our end of year showcase.
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Meet The Team

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Establish agenda for meetings, lead board meetings, ensure discussions are productive and focused on strategic goals.

 

Work closely with Founder, Artistic Director in providing support.

 

Help develop long-term strategies for EDIFY that align with our mission.

 

Represents EDIFY at various functions and in communications with donors, community members, and other organizations.

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Overseas the financial health of EDIFY, ensuring proper management of funds.

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Monitors income and expenditures to ensure they align with budgetary constraints and organizational goals.

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Fundraising Support and Audit Coordination with external accountant to ensure accuracy and compliance with regulations.

Responsible for maintaining accurate records of board activities and ensuring compliance with legal requirements.

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Takes minutes during board meetings, document decisions made and actions taken for transparency and accountability.

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Build relationships between EDIFY and our community and target audience. Create initiatives that engage community members. 

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Assist with the direction of Marketing & Promotions ​​

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Please be advised that classes are closed:

 

​​Entire week of November 17th for Inaugural Nutcracker Production

Christmas Holiday (Dec 13, 2025 to Jan 6, 2026)

 

After the Christmas Break our first day back to classes:

(Wed Jan 7, 2026)

 

Continued closures

Family Day (Mon Feb. 16, 2026)

March Break (Mar 16 to 20, 2026)

No evening classes during March Break

Good Friday (Fri April 3, 2026)

Easter Monday (Mon Apr 6, 2026)

Victoria Day (Mon May 18, 2026)

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Last Day for June Classes

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MONDAYS: Mon. June 1, 2026

TUESDAYS: Tues. June 2, 2026

WEDNESDAYS: Wed. June 3, 2026

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