The Event:

The PMI Toronto Chapter, in collaboration with Milk Bags Unlimited, presents "Milk Bag Magic: Weaving a Better World." 

Join us for a practical activity focused on recycling and community service. Participants will work together to create mats and other useful items from recycled milk bags, providing much-needed resources for communities both locally and internationally.  No previous skills required.

Objective:

• This event aims to encourage collaboration and social responsibility within the PMI Toronto Chapter while contributing to an important cause.
• By repurposing milk bags into valuable items, we promote sustainability and offer support to those who need it most.

Join us on Saturday morning for networking, giving back, and helping weave a better world. Spots are limited, please register early.

Event Highlights:

• Make a positive impact on communities in need
• Foster stronger connections through teamwork
• Develop a shared sense of purpose 

PDUs:

• 3.0 (Giving Back - self-reported through PMI profile dashboard)

Agenda:

9:45 AM - Registration
10:00 AM - Introduction & presentation
10:15 AM - Main activity: mat weaving
12:15 PM - Light lunch and networking
1:00 PM - Event Concludes

Registration Deadline:

Registration closes on Friday, November 13th 2026, at 10:00am. 

Pricing:

(Subject to HST)

PMI Toronto Members (login prior to registering): $15.00

Location:

• Located near the North York Center subway station.
• Address details including exact meetup instructions and parking/transit details will be shared with registered participants prior to the event.

Presenter:

Angela Kesthely:

Angela Kesthely is the founder and a devoted worker for Milk Bags Unlimited. She started the “milk bag” project in 2010, dedicating her time to helping the poor around the world, by encouraging people in Canada to crochet and weave sleeping mats out of milk bags. Over 65 000 mats have gone to people in need,  mainly through the help of Canadian Food for Children in Mississauga.