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The fine art of disclosure: When and how to talk about your disability

June 25, 2024 admin careers, careers & education, disclosure, diversity in workplace, intellectual disability, job accommodation, learning disability, Living, mental health, wellness, wellness in the workplace, workplace

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Tue, 25 Jun 2024 11:24:55 +0000

Disclosing personal information about your disability to an employer can be a nerve-wracking experience, especially when you don’t know your rights. When framed in a positive and informed way it can be turned into a positive and empowering experience.

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Tips for tough conversations with children

June 19, 2024 admin conversations with children, Living, Parenting, Parents

Credit to Author: Cheryl Song| Date: Wed, 19 Jun 2024 15:37:38 +0000

Having tough conversations with children is inevitable, yet it is something that many avoid as it makes them uneasy. As difficult as it is to have these conversations, failure to discuss some critical issues might lead to misinformation and increased levels of anxiety.

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Special programming to mark National Indigenous History Month

June 13, 2024 admin culture, First Nations, indigenous national history month, Indigenous Peoples, Living, national film board of canada, nfb

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Thu, 13 Jun 2024 13:27:09 +0000

In June, the National Film Board of Canada (NFB) brings special programming from different regions of the country to mark National Indigenous History Month.

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Self-care tips for teachers

June 12, 2024 admin educators, Living, mental wellbeing, self-care, setting boundaries, teacher, wellness, work-life balance

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Wed, 12 Jun 2024 15:17:43 +0000

Self-care practices are necessary for most people, especially those with stressful or emotionally intensive professions where the natural inclination is to put others first — like educators.

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Grants for Ontario families with members who have an intellectual disability

May 29, 2024 admin Community, Living

Credit to Author: Ramya Ramanathan| Date: Wed, 29 May 2024 12:41:58 +0000

Community Living Ontario (CLO) is offering grants of up to $10,000 to families with loved ones with an intellectual disability, to create inclusive environments and bolster inclusivity across Ontario.

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Celebrating newcomers at the annual Toronto Newcomer Day

May 22, 2024 admin canadian diversity, Community, Living, newcomers fair, Toronto, toronto newcomer day, toronto newcomer office, welcoming communities

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Wed, 22 May 2024 22:41:36 +0000

On Thursday, May 23, 2024, Torontonians are invited to welcome and celebrate newcomers at the 10th annual Toronto Newcomer Day.

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Ways to get mental health support and available resources

May 21, 2024 admin Living, mental health, Mental Health Awareness, mental health support, wellness

Credit to Author: Nandini Tirumala| Date: Tue, 21 May 2024 20:33:58 +0000

May is Mental Health Awareness Month. Knowing that you need help and learning where to get help is important for newcomers and immigrants.

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New fundraising initiative to conquer cancer speaks to the growing passion of cricket in Canada

May 15, 2024 admin carlos brathwaite, cricket to conquer cancer, Featured, Living, princess margaret cancer centre, princess margaret cancer foundation

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Wed, 15 May 2024 23:37:49 +0000

The Princess Margaret Cancer Foundation has announced North America’s first and largest street cricket fundraiser, Cricket to Conquer Cancer, to support the world-renowned cancer centre through one of the fastest growing sports in Canada — cricket.

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New funding for 24/7 crisis support line in Peel Dufferin Region

May 15, 2024 admin crisis helpline, dufferin region, Living, mental health support, mental health support for newcomers, mp sonia sidhu, news, peel region new immigrants, settlement, settlement services, wellness

Credit to Author: Canadian Immigrant| Date: Wed, 15 May 2024 20:54:21 +0000

Anyone in Canada can call or text 9-8-8 to access 24/7/365, bilingual, trauma-informed, and culturally appropriate suicide prevention and emotional distress support.

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Better by bundling: Creator duo Canada Couple shares how to unlock great savings

May 13, 2024 admin Featured, koodo, Living

Credit to Author: Staff Writer| Date: Mon, 13 May 2024 19:57:58 +0000

Sponsored Content Canadians can now find unbeatable value on cellphone, internet and streaming With skyrocketing costs on everything from groceries to housing, the quest for better value often means making sacrifices on other essentials necessary for your day to day. But what if it doesn’t have to be that way? Harmeet and Manpreet, the duo […]

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