Immigrants Healthcare Support Network (IHSN)

A network dedicated to support equitable access to quality healthcare services for refugees, newcomers, and other members of the community in Canada.

[Together Project @together_hello]

Refugee Rights Day marks the Supreme Court’s 1985 Singh decision recognizing that the Canadian Charter of Rights & Freedoms protects the fundamental rights of refugees.

Check out our interview with Josh, a volunteer building welcoming communities with us:
https://t.co/p6ZFLV2HBM

[Canadian Red Cross @redcrosscanada]

A lot of people think they’re prepared for an emergency…until it happens.

✅Know your neighbourhood
✅Establish an out of town emergency contact
✅Prepare emotionally

Download our #emergency plan template to get prepared: https://t.co/EtqaAOVe8G

[Toronto Public Health @TOPublicHealth]

Did you know?

In 2022, 10.6 million people were impacted by #Tuberculosis worldwide.

This year's #WorldTBDay theme is #YesWeCanEndTB! #TB is treatable, curable & preventable. Together, we can defeat it.

Learn more: https://t.co/HfUZ7ZOG5Z

@StopTBCanada

[Together Project @together_hello]

This Saturday, newcomers across Canada can join this free virtual conference to learn more about bridging programs to help them on their path to employment.

Check it out! https://t.co/vNf17VUVfE

[Toronto Public Health @TOPublicHealth]

Today is #FamilyDay. It may bring up challenging feelings of loss, isolation, alienation & rejection for some.

You're not alone.

@CAMHnewshas compiled helpful reflections & resources on how to strengthen your relationships.

Learn more: https://t.co/v85XtuChj7

#ItsOkNotToBeOk

[Canadian Red Cross @redcrosscanada]

CPR save lives!🚨If someone has a heart attack:

1⃣Do 30 chest compressions
2⃣Give 2 rescue breaths

Repeat the cycle until emergency services take over. #HeartMonth #CPR

[Toronto Public Health @TOPublicHealth]

As Toronto Public Health takes its final step in winding down its #COVID19 emergency response, our fixed-site vaccination clinics will permanently close after December 13.

Learn more: https://t.co/9PJVp6JZ8h

[Through Our Eyes @T_oureyes]

📣📣 We are excited to announce that our dear @Kontar81 episode is now live on website 👇👇👇 #sundayvibes
#throughoureyes #TOE #RefugeesWelcome #Toronto #Canadian #RefugeesLead #togetherwecan @hbashirh https://t.co/HD7rVRTPXA

[Through Our Eyes @T_oureyes]

Hassan Al Kontar's episode is now live on our website! If you'd like to go and watch it, click the link below!
https://t.co/jyo4RrmrhQ
@Kontar81

[Hani BASHIR @hbashirh]

An exciting day for us at @T_oureyes as we launch our platform to amplify the voices of refugees through powerful storytelling. Exciting times ahead as we continue to share impactful #RefugeeStories.
#RefugeesWelcome #Toronto

[Together Project @together_hello]

For many newcomers, practicing English is a big priority.

We interviewed Rachel, a #WelcomeGroupProgram volunteer who has been professionally tutoring students since 2017!

Learn about Rachel's favourite topics, games, vocabulary exercises & videos here: https://t.co/06RIHXObQ1

[Toronto Public Health @TOPublicHealth]

Vaccination is your best protection against #Meningococcal disease.

If you are between 20 & 36, or new to Canada, you may not have received this vaccine. Check your immunization record to find out.

Learn more and book an appointment: https://t.co/YNrIrRpls3

[Jumpstart Refugee Talent @JumpstartCDN]

Registration closes TODAY for the Toronto Refugee Hiring Event on Oct 20! Bring your perspective to Canadian businesses through coaching and interviews. Register: https://t.co/rkuadXGXgc

#WelcomingEconomy #RefugeesThrive #TorontoJobs

[Canadian Red Cross @redcrosscanada]

Looking to better manage stress and build resilience? Join our Psychological First Aid Online Self-Care Course to learn about the effects of stress and how to build a personal self-care plan.

Sign up at: https://t.co/5UXblBvPYv

[Gattuor Loch @gattuor]

My personal message about peace to the world
#StoriesOfPeace, #UN, #SouthSudan,

[Together Project @together_hello]

Mark your calendars for the Toronto launch of Through Our Eyes on October 15th!

Check out @T_oureyes for more info about this platform that features episodes where refugees, both in Canada and globally, share their personal stories in their own words.

[Through Our Eyes @T_oureyes]

Looking for a volunteer opportunity? We’re looking for volunteers to help us at our launch event happening on Sunday, October 15th!

HOW TO APPLY:
- Head to our website (https://t.co/f899WLMhMd)
- Go to the volunteers tab and fill out the form.

#throughoureyes #launchevent

[Jumpstart Refugee Talent @JumpstartCDN]

Are you a refugee in Ontario looking to enter the workforce? Shortlisted applicants for the Refugee Hiring Event Toronto will secure interviews with top Canadian employers on Oct 20!

Register: https://t.co/rkuadXGXgc

#WelcomingEconomy #RefugeesThrive #TorontoJobs

[Through Our Eyes @T_oureyes]

We are excited to announce the Through Our Eyes launch event is happening on Sunday October 15, 2023! Come celebrate the platforms launch while experiencing diverse accounts of resiliency and hope shared by refugees through captivating storytelling and an afternoon of networking.

[Hani BASHIR @hbashirh]

“In my country wars have ended but peace has never come” #Sudan Balady, a very moving and powerful #poem by @EmiThePoet on the bloodshed in our homeland #Sudan

A must watch + listen 👇
@chris_m_h