Honoured to attend Prince Sibanda’s Celebration of Life, a dear colleague from York Region. He championed newcomer inclusion & encouraged all to live life fully. Fitting tributes from family members, friends & community leaders - and a beautiful engagement by Izimba Arts.
We are accepting applications from not-for-profit organizations and registered charities to deliver services for the Community Investment Fund’s priority of Housing Stability. Deadline to apply – June 28. For more information or to apply, visit https://t.co/zKMGQncNNh
#Housing
Congratulations @YMCAGTA CEO Medhat Mahdy for 47 years of incredible service to community. Medhat’s son spoke about his ‘unconditional love’ - an inspiring story of impact. Thank you for your leadership, including as member of York Region’s Human Services Planning Board.
In honour of National AccessAbility Week, I’d like to recognize and thank the efforts of all who are actively removing barriers and making it easier for people with disabilities to use programs and services in #YorkRegion. Learn more at https://t.co/h9jTcqiryI
Lualhati Marcelino from our Local Immigration Partnership team updates on the framework for a refreshed plan for newcomer inclusion, recently approved by Council. The envisioned approach builds on social and economic integration and includes a new focus on health and well-being.
Community Development program lead Nathan Stern speaks to various initiatives under our Community Safety and Wellbeing Plan, including community action tables, situation tables, and community and resident-led projects. Info on our work available on https://t.co/RCNBn6jSUU
So proud of our emergency management and engagement teams on receiving an award from @IABCToronto for York Region COVID-19 voluntary isolation centre. #ovation2023#iabctoronto
Unveiling of this year’s LEGACY poster by Robert Small. Well-deserved recognition for community leaders social activist Debbie Douglas, entrepreneur Warren Salmon, artist Kwame Delfish and educator Karen Hudson. #blackhistorymonth#YRPBHM
Thrilled to be with colleagues and partners @YRP Black History Month celebration. What a turnout - love the energy and strength of community #inclusiveyr
Our Community Action Table event about to get started. Thrilled with the participation and support from partners, including @YRP and local municipalities. Honoured to celebrate our CAT agencies and volunteers. https://t.co/fzmXz4e256 #communitysafetywellbeing
It's 2:11.
And if you need non-emergency help, whether it's with food, social isolation, mental health, or just someone to talk to, please dial 2-1-1, visit https://t.co/GZUBTZXclY or @211Central. They'll connect you with your local community services. #HelpStartsHere
Are you a #newcomer to #YorkRegion? Join us for "Opening Doors: Helping Immigrants Successfully Settle in York Region”, a FREE virtual event on March 4, to help you find & access the programs & and services you need. Register at https://t.co/DsOqg111GT @YRP#inclusiveYR
Know any speakers of Bangla, Hindi, Tamil, Punjabi or Urdu who might need information or support related to COVID-19? Here's a helpful number for them to call, made possible by #ECSFund:
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https://t.co/XEEkg0oyLT
Do you work with an organization that helps #newcomers settle in #YorkRegion? Our FREE virtual event, "Opening Doors for Newcomers in York Region", on February 9, can show you programs & services your clients can access. Register at https://t.co/rGRcyrYbmJ @YRP#inclusiveYR