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MPP Graham McGregor's first annual community BBQ

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MPP Graham McGregor's first annual community BBQ

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Come join us on August 28th @ Save Max Sports Centre

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Fresh Kut Barber Back to School BBQ and Backpack Drive - Aug. 28th

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Fresh Kut Barber Back to School BBQ and Backpack Drive - Aug. 28th

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BNI Homeownership Bridge Program-bk - BlackNorth Initiative

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The BNI Homeownership Bridge Program in partnership with Habitat for Humanity GTA and empowered by Dream Legacy Foundation is designed as both a symbolic and a practical approach to mobilize all levels of society in working together to eliminate systemic racism.

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Virtual Workshop: Tuesdays @ 5 - 6:30 on Zoom

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Virtual Workshop: Tuesdays @ 5 - 6:30 on Zoom

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Saturday March 26th 10:00-12:00 via Zoom

Join New Leaf Foundation for an introductory workshop for parents and caregivers.
We’ll cultivate a deeper understanding of the impacts of stress, including how it shows up in the bodies and behaviours of yourself and your children, as well as practical mindfulness-based supports to nurture a greater sense of peace, connection, and calm.

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Howard University is offering scholarships

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Howard University is offering scholarships

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Howard University is offering scholarships to Jamaicans students or students of Jamaican descent at Howard. Sometimes these scholarships are overlooked. Please circulate among your Jamaican families, friends and associates.

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Welcome To JHUAN!

The Jamaican Howard University Affinity Network (JHUAN) or 'J1' was created to provide greater support to Jamaican students at Howard University. Thanks to the collaborative efforts of Honorable Audrey P. Marks, Jamaica's Ambassador to the United States, and Dr. Wayne A.I. Frederick, President of Howard University, JHUAN was established in 2018 with the mission to serve the Jamaican student community at Howard University through scholarships, mentoring and career development.

Who We Are

A Jamaican Community/Affinity group within the HU Community

Our goal is to increase the pipeline of Jamaican students that successfully matriculate through Howard University. Over the last several years, the total number of Jamaican students on campus has grown at an average rate of 16.7%. JHUAN is here to provide support to the growing number of students studying at Howard and to encourage them to become lifelong supporters of their alma mater.

Upcoming Events

HUes of Blue - 3rd Annual Fundraiser Event

Join our virtual fundraiser event on October 2, 2021 at 6:30pm EST.

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JHUAN - The Jamaican Howard University Affinity Network

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The Jamaican Howard University Affinity Network (JHUAN) or 'J1' was created to provide greater support to Jamaican students at Howard University. Thanks to the collaborative efforts of Honorable Audrey P. Marks, Jamaica's Ambassador to the United States, and Dr. Wayne A.I.

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The Onyx Initiative is hosting an Open House event on Thursday, March 17th for all potential scholars, parents, and community members who are interested in learning more about our program.

Our next application deadline will be April 1st, 2022.
The link for registration is here: https://bit.ly/3tmxcpb

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Starts February 1st, 2022 - this program is free!

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Elementary School Academic Enrichment and Support Program

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Elementary School Academic Enrichment and Support Program

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Blueprint is an academic enrichment program that was designed for highly motivated Black students currently in Grades 10 and 11 who are interested in careers in Science, Technology Engineering and Math with a strong interest in Engineering.

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Blueprint is an academic enrichment program that was designed for highly motivated Black students currently in Grades 10 and 11 who are interested in careers in Science, Technology Engineering and Math with a strong interest in Engineering.

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Application deadline is March 13th - click to learn more.

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Join the Black Youth School Success Initiative (BYSSI) andQueen's University's Equity Ambassadors January throughMarch for their post-secondary workshop series.

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Join the Black Youth School Success Initiative (BYSSI) andQueen's University's Equity Ambassadors January throughMarch for their post-secondary workshop series.

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High School Homework Support! Tutors Available!

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High School Homework Support! Tutors Available!

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FREE Virtual After School Program (Age 8-12)

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FREE Virtual After School Program (Age 8-12)

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Deadline is July 21st, 2022

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Black Healing - Family Information Session - 2022 (1)

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Find Black Owned business in Toronto Canada | Home - Malcolm’s Choice

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Discover hundreds of local Black-owned businesses in the Greater Toronto area on Canada’s Best Black-owned business directory.

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ResQ Youth International Food Truck @ BCC

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ResQ Youth International Food Truck @ BCC

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ResQ Youth International Food Truck Launch in partnership with GC Jerk Xpress, to support the programs at ResQ Yotuh.

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ResQ Youth International Food Truck Launch in partnership with GC Jerk Xpress

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Teenagers need families as much as young children. It is the goal of Patches 360 to establish a network, where youth transitioning out of care still have “adopted families” to connect with. This is not a legal adoption, or one that requires the various steps, processes, and documents as such. This is a “moral” adoption – a pledge to “stretch out” and give a caring hand to a youth venturing out on the journey of life.

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Patches 360 - Many programs support children, youth and parents

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Patches 360 - Many programs support children, youth and parents

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PATCHES 360 Inc. is a social non profit agency, dedicated to providing independent communication consulting, non-clinical social services, and programs for children and youth.

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ResQ Youth - Counselling and a host of other services

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ResQ Youth - Counselling and a host of other services

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ResQ Youth | Youth Counselling | Youth Justice | Canada | Toronto

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ResQ started on March 2001 as a non-profit community organization providing support for at-risk youth. Formed from a group of law enforcers, crown attorneys, lawyers, educators and community representatives dedicated to supporting youth in crisis.

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Love of Literature Book Club: Youth 7-18

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Love of Literature Book Club: Youth 7-18

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Parents, middle school is a great time to start listening and considering information regarding Post-Secondary Information! 

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Parents, middle school is a great time to start listening and considering information regarding Post-Secondary Information! 

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Weekly SWAG drop in sessions take place on Thursdays from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm.

Don't miss out on a wonderful opportunity to receive mentorship, develop your leadership skills, and form meaningful connections; all while gaining community hours!

To join us, email the

info@peelswag.ca or peelswag@gmail.com to receive the WebEx link!

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The weekly SWAG Leadership program takes place every Monday and Wednesday. All sessions are from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm.

Don't miss out on a wonderful opportunity to receive mentorship, develop your leadership skills, and form meaningful connections; all while gaining community hours!

To join us, email the

info@peelswag.ca or peelswag@gmail.com to receive the WebEx link!

Note: The SWAG Leadership Program Winter 22'] begins Monday, February 7th, 2022 @6pm, email us to register!

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Student and Family Advocate (SFA) Program

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Student and Family Advocate (SFA) Program

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The Student and Family Advocate Program (SFA) is a Black community based program designed to support Black families and students as they engage with the education system.

There are 17 Black led organizations with SFAs across Ontario.

The SFA program is  ‘Systems Navigation’ by another name. We are your village.

No matter what type of support you need we’ll stand beside you as you engage with your child’s school.

https://studentandfamilyadvocate.com/

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Francis Psychotherapy & Consulting Services

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Francis Psychotherapy & Consulting Services

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Roxanne Francis is a Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist who has been helping people access tools to change their lives for over 10 years. She is the owner of Francis Psychotherapy & Consulting Services, offering in-person and video-Counselling/Psychotherapy to children, individuals, and couples.

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FREE culturally appropriate & evidence-based counseling services provided to children ages 6-11 and their families particularly those of African-descent.

EMAIL: snap@dfrc.ca

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Weekly SWAG drop in sessions for the Ridgeway Community take place on Tuesdays from 6:00 pm to 7:30 pm.

Don't miss out on a wonderful opportunity to receive mentorship, develop your leadership skills, and form meaningful connections; all while gaining community hours!

To join us, email the

info@peelswag.ca or peelswag@gmail.com to receive the WebEx link!

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Pathway to Care provides mental health and addiction care for Black children, youth, and families.

https://www.pathwaystocare.ca

https://torontocaribbean.com/pathway-to-care-provides-mental-health-and-addiction-care-for-black-children-youth-and-families/

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Interactive Map

Explore Healthcare Locations

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Black youth in Canada are four times more likely to first enter the mental healthcare system through the emergency department, which suggests worse symptoms, than white youth

16 months

The amount of time, on average, that Black youth wait for mental health treatment, double the amount of time than white youth, who wait eight.

50%

The percentage of Black youth that have encounters with the police on their way into the mental healthcare system

Despite these barriers to access, very little is known about the best ways to implement mental healthcare for Black children and youth in Ontario. Pathways to Care will increase understanding about the unique barriers to care for Black Canadians by engaging Black children, youth, and their families who face significant barriers to mental health and addictions services in the creation of a better mental healthcare system

The Solution

Transforming the mental healthcare system for Black children and youth: What Can We Do?

Young people aged 15-24 experience mental illness and difficulty with substance use more than any other age group. Developing interventions for children and youth is key because this a crucial time in their development. Children, teens, and young adults experiencing challenges with their mental health need specific, easy to access programs that keep their development and unique social experiences in mind.

At Pathways to Care, we are aim to create a society where Black children and youth can access the care they need. Join us in creating this change and partner with us.

Partner with us

Our Work

Project Activities and Outcomes

Over the next 5 years, Pathways to Care plans to implement a full research and community engagement program.

Research

Collect information from a variety of sources including journal articles, focus groups, and community consultations

Dissemination

Use the information gathered to create action and share the findings through community events, workshops, and documents that outline best practices

Community Building

Build networks & communities of service providers and organizations that will ensure proper mental health and addictions care for Black children and youth

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Interactive Map Black youth in Canada are four times more likely to first enter the mental healthcare system through the emergency department, which suggests worse symptoms, than white youth The amount of time, on average, that Black youth wait for mental health treatment, double the amount of time than white youth, who wait eight.