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As reported by Xtra, a new cafe called Fabarnak has opened in the 519 Church Street Community Center to serve as training ground for people with employment challenges. Built using a $30,000 start-up grant from the Toronto Enterprise Fund, Fabarnak had its "soft opening" on October 15 and will celebrate its official grand opening this November.

"Fabarnak, now open for business, will celebrate its official grand opening in November, says Matthew Cutler, manager of resource and development at The 519. Oct 14 was the eatery's "soft opening."

"Cutler, munching on a brownie and sipping coffee, says he loves the openness of the café and the connection with Church St through the expansive front windows. "I really feel part of the neighbourhood when I sit here having coffee," he says. "I can look out the windows and see cars rushing by and people walking their dogs."

"The café, which has been in development for about a year, will serve as a training ground for people with employment challenges, a key element in the community centre's expansion, he says."

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original source Xtra