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ACMT hosts one of the largest Minhoto parties in Ontario! Santoinho! O Maior Arraial Minhoto... Santoinho É em Santoinho que se revive a cultura tradicional da vida do campo, com as músicas e danças folclóricas, na companhia dos petiscos à base de sardinhas, frango assado, fêveras grelhadas na brasa e broa, regados pelo vinho verde da região e o conhecido champorreão, culminando com o saboroso e aconchegante caldo verde. 0 DAYS TO THE EVENT SANTOINHO 2025 ESGOTADO When Oct 04, 2025, 4:00 PM – 11:50 PM Where Toronto, 40 Titan Rd, Etobicoke, ON M8Z 2J8, Canada Details Santoinho 2024 Play Video Play Video GenteDaNossaTV Matt com imagens do Arraial de Santoinho da Ass.Cultural do Minho - Oct.22_22 - #2 Play Video Play Video GenteDaNossaTV Arraial de Santoinho com ACMT - Dec.01-18 - #1 Play Video Play Video Camões TV Santoinho Toronto 2017 Play Video Play Video Camões TV Santoinho 2016 Play Video Play Video Sergio Mourato LOCAL Santoinho 14Out15 Play Video Play Video GenteDaNossaTV Santoinho Arraial Minhoto da ACMT - Oct26 - #2 Play Video Play Video GenteDaNossaTV Noite de Santoinho ACMT - Oct17 -#2 Santoinho 2023

Associação Cultural do Minho de Toronto is a Portuguese community centre dedicated to preserving our culture and traditions. We offer a folklore, choral, and drums group as well as weekly tutoring sessions for our youth. ACMT is active in the community, performing and hosting events monthly. Photographed by: Ricardo Araujo ACMT... Established in October of 1977 ACMT, a proud torchbearer of Minho's rich heritage, stands as one of the oldest clubs weaving the tapestry of tradition. We're not just a club; we're a vibrant community that spices up your year with a feast of cultural events featuring authentic Minho delicacies. From the enchanting Cantar/Jantar dos Reis gatherings to the lively Carnival, Easter celebrations, laid-back picnics, the spirited São Martinho, and the grandest Arraial Minhoto (Santoinho) hosting over 1500 attendees from Ontario, Montreal, and the United States. Our folklore group has left its mark in cities across Canada, the U.S., and Portugal, where we were honored guests at the Municipality of Viana do Castelo's community festival during the Romaria da Sra. D'Agonia. Warm regards from Minho! This ticket provides proof of purchase and event access. RSVP Oct 4 | 16:00 40 Titan Road VIDEOGRAPHY BY RICARDO ARAUJO UPCOMING EVENTS São Martinho & Benção das Concertinas Sat, Nov 08 Toronto More info RSVP Quem Gosta Vem Quem Ama Fica Follow us on Instagram #wix @acmt_toronto Load more Thank you to our generous sponsors! Become a Sponsor Photos are linked to their websites!

Contact Address 165 Dynevor Rd, York, ON M6E 3X5 Contact 416.781.9290 Acmtinfo@gmail.com First Name Last Name Company Phone Email Message Upload Logo Upload supported file (Max 15MB) Send One of our board members will be in touch with you to discuss sponsorship packages!

ACMT hosts events monthly! From traditional foods to youth events, we have something for everyone! São Martinho & Benção das Concertinas Sat, Nov 08 Toronto More info RSVP

Volunteer Opportunities Ready to dive into the Portuguese community? Need to fulfill high school community service hours? ACMT welcomes volunteers with open arms! Drop your details below, and we'll reach out with a plethora of exciting volunteer opportunities awaiting you. Join us in making a difference! To our volunteers, Thank you for all of your continued support, dedication, and hard work. Without all of you, this would not be made possible. Let's Volunteer! Phone 416-781-9290 Email acmtinfo@gmail.com Social Media First Name Last Name Email Message Send Thanks for submitting!

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ACMT is dedicated to preserving Portuguese traditions. In an effort to maintain this, we have a free folklore, choral, and drum group. We also offer free tutoring every Friday for our youth. For more information check out our lessons page or email us! Activities Immerse yourself in the heartbeat of ACMT's vibrant activities, dedicated to keeping the flame of Portuguese traditions and culture burning bright. Join our free folklore, drum, and choral groups, and embark on a cultural journey. For academic excellence, our free weekly tutoring sessions provide support for our youth to flourish in their studies. Explore, engage, and be a part of our enriching community pursuits Folklore dancing (Every Friday) Rancho pre-school! Nov 21 (following dates tba) Choral group (Bi-weekly) Drum Group- Os Alegres (Every Monday) Zumba (Every Monday & Wednesday) Contact Chantel (416) 618-9765 or Amy (416) 450-93 44

Meet our board of directors! Meet Our Team! Dive into the lively world of Associação Cultural do Minho! Get to know our directors, the driving force blending tradition with leadership. Check out their bios, explore the unique stories shaping our cultural journey, and join us on a fun tour of passion, commitment, and the vibrant spirit of Minho! President of the General Assembly Olivia Rites Olivia was born in Castelo do Neiva, Viana do Castelo, Portugal, and immigrated to Canada in 1989. She joined ACMT in 2007, inspired by her youngest daughter, and soon after, in 2010, became part of the board of directors. Over the years, she has had the privilege of serving in various roles within ACMT: Since then, Olivia has been actively involved with the Rancho and Rusga, embracing our Portuguese culture and folklore. Vice-President of the General Assembly Raquel Amorim Coming soon... Secretary of the General Assembly Catarina Cruzeiro Coming soon... Conselho Fiscal Lucia Melo Lucie Melo has been involved with ACMT since her youth, when she joined the Folklore Group. She is excited to be part of the board, committed to preserving and promoting the culture and traditions that shaped her upbringing. Vice Conselho Fiscal Lucie Barbosa Lucie Barbosa has been part of ACMT's board several times over the years. She is excited to rejoin the team, dedicated to working for the preservation of her culture and tradition. Vice Conselho Fiscal Nataly Barros details coming soon... President Judite Lopes Judite was born in Ponte da Barca, she is passionate about folklore and Portuguese traditions. Judite has been a senior accounting officer at Scotiabank for 34 years. She has been a part of ACMT for over 15 years and often sings with our choral group. She is also a grandmother of 3 granddaughters. In 2011, Judite was the first female president of ACMT and is excited to be apart of this board. Vice President Michelle Alves Michelle is a biology student at McMaster University who is very proud of her Portuguese heritage. In 2024, Michelle will be endeavouring a new chapter in her academic journey, travelling to New Zealand for her final semester. She started dancing rancho at ACMT when she was 3 years old and has always been involved in the Portuguese community. Secretary Nicole Figueiredo Nicole graduated from Humber College and is currently a Fulfillment Supervisor at Scotiabank. From Nazare, Ribatejo, to Minho, dancing has been apart of Nicole's life since she was 12 years old. She is excited be apart of ACMTs board! Vice Secretary Beatriz Cardante Beatriz was born in Viana do Castelo, Portugal. Immigrated to Canada at a young age and chose to continue her Portuguese roots at ACMT at 13 years old. She currently has her own small business as licensed nail technician doing what she loves. Beatriz is very excited to continue our Portuguese traditions as Vice secretary. Treasurer Paulo Pereira Paulo is a public accountant with a master's degree in Finance from Nova School of Business and Economics of Lisbon and a Bachelor of Commerce from the University of Toronto. Paulo has been a member of ACMT since birth and is excited for the next chapter in his relationship with the organization. Vice Treasurer Manuel Gomes details coming soon... Public Relations/Ensaidadora do Rancho Tania Angeira Tania holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the University of Ontario and is a Registered Nurse specializing in Mother Baby Postpartum care. She also serves as the ensaiadora for ACMT's adult and youth ranchos. Passionate about preserving Portuguese traditions, Tania is thrilled to continue contributing to her community's cultural heritage. Public Relations Marcos Pires Marcos was born in Leiria, Portugal where he started dancing for the Rancho Folclorico de Pedreiras at 8 years old. Since immigrating to Canada, he has wanted to stay in touch with his heritage, and has since joined ACMTs rancho and is the ensaiador dos bombos. He currently works for Red River Trim Carpentry and is very excited to be a part of ACMT. Ensaiadora do Rancho/ Director Annabel Fernandes Annabel graduated from George Brown college as an Early Childhood Educator, She is a Program Supervisor at a childcare centre. Dancing rancho has always been a passion of hers and she demonstrates this through her dedication as ensaiadora of the adult rancho. Annabel is determined to continue pursuing this passion to help preserve her Portuguese traditions. Director of Culture Carlos Goncalves coming soon... Director of Communications Monica Goncalves Monica Goncalves is a student of Kinesiology and Physical Education at the University of Toronto. She has been a volunteer with ACMT her whole life and has danced rancho ever since she could walk. She is excited and passionate to be involved in the Portuguese community to help preserve the tradition and culture. Director Elisabete Cardante Elisabete was born in Viana do Castelo, Portugal. She has been apart of many boards of ACMT as a secretary and director. She is back to continue her help with ACMT. One of her main goals if to keep the Portuguese traditions alive in Canada by volunteering her efforts towards ACMT. She is happy to be back on board. Director Ethan Carrasqueiro Ethan is a skilled full time bricklayer who has been playing soccer since he was 4 years old. He even played for Gil Vicente in Portugal. He is a dedicated dancer in our rancho and drum player in our Bombos. As a director on our board, he is deeply committed to our Association and takes great pride in his Portuguese heritage. Director Maria Melo Check out Maria Melos biography in Revista Amar's December addition! https://issuu.com/revistamaronline/docs/93_2022-12 Culmination of Tradition At the heart of Associação Cultural do Minho lies a collective dedication to our roots. Behold our board members, not just as directors but as proud Luso-Canadians, donned in traditional folklore attire—a symbol of our commitment to preserving and cherishing our cultural legacy. This image marks the conclusion of our 'Meet Your Directors' journey, a visual testament to the harmony between leadership and tradition within our vibrant community.

Founded in October 1977. ASSOCIAÇÃO CULTURAL DO MINHO DE TORONTO Fundada em 1977 ACMT All Categories Play Video Play Video 13:34 Associacao C. Minho Toronto 1993 folclore Play Video Play Video 08:31 PICNIC DO MINHO TORONTO 1998 TOCADORES DE CONCERTINA Play Video Play Video 13:25 Velhas Glorias Associacao C. Minho Toronto FOLCLORE RANCHO AS CAMPONESAS 1993 Play Video Play Video 02:45 RANCHO A.C.MINHO TORONTO CANADA FOLCLORE MINHOTO EM TERRAS DO CANADA 1989 DO MINHO AO ALGARVE, AÇORES E MADEIRA, VIVA NOSSA GENTE, VIVA NOSSA TERRA

ACMT has a main and lower hall available to rent. We offer tables, chairs, tablecloths, chair covers, tableware, and bar service. To submit your request, head over to our website and fill out our hall rental form and we will get back to you as soon as possible! Hall Rentals Main hall is available to rent! To request a hall rental please fill out and submit our form! Hall Rental Form

Sat, Sep 28 | Toronto Santoinho Está de volta a festa mais aguardada do ano! 🤩 Reserve e Traga um Amigo: Na Compra de 10 Lugares tem 1 de Graça!! RSVP Time & Location Sep 28, 2024, 4:00 PM – 11:50 PM Toronto, 40 Titan Rd, Etobicoke, ON M8Z 2J8, Canada About the event 🤩 O maior arraial minhoto - Santoinho 2024!! Animação, folclore, música e baile 🎶🕺 🥁 NELSON COSTA de Portugal KARMA BAND RANCHO CAMPONESES DO MINHO de New Jersey RANCHO CORAÇÕES DE PORTUGAL de Palm Coast, Florida RANCHO OS MINHOTOS da ACMT BOMBOS OS ALEGRES da ACMT RODA DO SANTOINHO Reserve já o seu bilhete! www.acmttoronto.ca 📞 Nicole: 416-805-1416 📞 Beatriz: 647-338-0622 Show More RSVP Share this event