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About Burlington Men's Shed
Creating and Strengthing Social Connections
As a proud member of Men's Sheds Canada, we are committed to creating a supportive and inclusive environment where men can connect, learn, and contribute to our community. We started the Burlington Men's Shed in late 2022 and now have over 30 members. In late 2024, The Burlington Men’s Shed was registered as a not-for-profit corporation in Ontario—a big milestone in our mission to grow and strengthen our community.
Looking Ahead
Latest News
Mark your calendars, the Burlington Men's Shed is throwing a promotional event you won't want to miss! We're celebrating International Men's Day on Wednesday, November 19th, with a special gathering we're calling "The Shed Effect."
Join us at The Bistro at the Burlington Seniors' Centre from 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM. Thanks to the support of Chef Michael, BSC staff, the wonderful volunteers at the Bistro, and a promotional grant from Men’s Sheds Canada, we will be serving delicious sandwiches and coffee to all our members and guests.
This is a fantastic opportunity to:
- Connect with fellow Shedders and make new acquaintances.
- Share your story about what the Shed means to you.
- Introduce friends, neighbours, or anyone curious to the Men's Shed movement.
- Build community awareness of the vital role Sheds play in men's health and camaraderie.
Our Second Burlington Shed is Coming!
We're thrilled to announce the upcoming opening of our second location, Burlington Men's Shed - South, scheduled to open its doors in January 2026. The new group will meet weekly on Thurs morn at the Seniors Center, 2285 New St! Stay tuned for more details. This expansion means we can welcome even more men and deepen our community impact.
What We Do
Since our start in late 2022, the City of Burlington has supported our group through its Adult Program Schedule, providing meeting space, insurance, and participant administration.
We meet weekly at Tansley Woods Community Centre, where members enjoy guest speakers, project planning, and open conversation. With over 30 members from diverse backgrounds, our group values friendship, learning, and purpose.
Over the past year, we’ve participated in many activities, including:
- Judging an MBA student pitch competition at McMaster University
- Built raised garden beds for the Burlington Food Bank using recycled materials
- Helping to set-up Holiday light displays in Spencer Smith Waterfront Park
- Touring local industries, including Amazon, Toyota, and a vinyl record pressing plant
- Formed active hiking, bocce ball, cycling and pickleball groups
As a registered not-for-profit, we’re committed to transparency, good governance, and community impact. This structure helps us grow through fundraising, sponsorships, and partnerships—ensuring the Shed continues to serve Burlington for years to come.
Weekly Newsletter
We publish a weekly newsletter called "Shed Talk" which covers our recent and future activities. It is sent to 50+ people in our community.
Next
Our ambitions include finding affordable meeting space that would allow us to establish a small workshop. We funded the purchase of a CNC Router in early 2025, which is initially set up in the garage of one of our members. We have started to take on CNC Wood projects to raise funds for our shed. Check out the "CNC Router Shop" link at the top of the page.
We're a bottom-up organization where new ideas and initiatives are always welcome.
Burlington Men's Shed's
Join us at Burlington Men's Shed and be a part of a global movement that is redefining what it means to support and empower men in today's society.