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Centre for Newcomers: The Culture and People of Afghanistan
Posted on Wednesday, November 03, 2021 03:38 PM
This workshop will introduce people working with, or potentially sponsoring, Afghan refugees to important elements of Afghanistan culture. The presentation will review an overview of the country within the context of refugee arrivals. It will review what might be expected in an Afghanistan family, the religions followed, subcultural groups and the values associated with such groups. The presentation will encourage discussion of cultural expectation, clashes of cultures for arrivals, and areas where...
Children and Women’s Month: The Importance of Children and Women’s Rights
Posted on Wednesday, November 03, 2021 02:21 PM
In honour of World Children’s Day on November 20, and the International Day for the Elimination of Violence Against Women on November 25, we would like to embrace these important days as powerful tools to advocate for children and women’s rights. Be sure to sign up for our upcoming webinars, where we’ll delve intothis further:
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November 10:Growing up too soon? A Panel Discussion on the Parentification of Newcomer Children and Youth
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November 25: Challenges & Priorities for Anti-Violence Work with Women with...
Featured Organization: Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees (VICCIR)
Posted on Wednesday, November 03, 2021 11:27 AM
The Vancouver Island Counselling Centre for Immigrants and Refugees (VICCIR) removes the barriers preventing access to mental health support to refugees and immigrants of all ages and genders. Individuals, couples and whole families are eligible for service from experienced registered clinical counsellors who have received additional training in intercultural trauma treatment. VICCIR has trained clinical interpreters working with our counsellors offering service in many different languages....
Prime Minister of Canada: Prime Minister welcomes new Cabinet
Posted on Thursday, October 28, 2021 03:12 PM
October 26, 2021
Ottawa, Ontario
The Prime Minister, Justin Trudeau, today announced the members of Cabinet following this fall’s election, when Canadians chose to keep Canada moving forward. This diverse team will continue to find real solutions to the challenges that Canadians face, and deliver on a progressive agenda, as we finish the fight against COVID-19 and build a better future for everyone.
Upcoming Webinar: Growing up too soon? A Panel on the Parentification of Newcomer Children and Youth
Posted on Thursday, October 28, 2021 02:43 PM
Did you know that some newcomer children and youth often experience taking on tasks that are not typical for their age?
This panel brings together varied perspectives on this topic, including acute care, community and the educational system. A psychologist, a settlement worker in the education system and a manager of mental health centralized intake will share their experiences working with newcomer children and youth who have taken on adult responsibilities to contribute to the success of their...
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