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Shahrzad Hazrati, Better Life Counselling Centre Clinical Director, BTMH (now BREM) Graduate

Our bridging programs set clients up for success in their respective fields. We sat down with Shahrzad Hazrati, a graduate of the BTMH (now BREM) program, who is currently the Clinical Director of Better Life Counselling Center. https://youtu.be/BJAZqFJWQ2c?si=041onSR2Lj7xcj3K

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Mennonite New Life Centre launches the Community of Care Mobile Application

August 23, 2023  Toronto, ON — The Mennonite New Life Centre of Toronto (MNLCT) is excited to announce the launch of our new Community of Care Mobile Application. This app is a digital space for people seeking to improve their mental well-being, build community and support one another. The platform also offers a 24/7 digital

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Emotional Intelligence for Families

By Trudy Tumusime During the pandemic, many children missed out on the essential skill of socialization as they mostly studied from home. In the post-pandemic period, our Mental Health team recognized the need to address this challenge and assisted families in responding effectively to such situations. Four placement students developed, delivered and supervised the Emotional

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Mahwish's Story

I want to help newcomers overcome challenges and succeed in Canada: Mahwish’s Story

By Evonne Chen Mahwish, a dedicated BESIP student and a newcomer herself, possesses an unwavering passion for aiding fellow immigrants in their settlement process within Canada.  Originally hailing from Pakistan, she spent a decade residing in the UAE before eventually finding her new home in Toronto, Canada. Despite having arrived in the country only a

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Supporting Family Connections

MNLCT has enjoyed partnerships with various community organizations since our inception. In celebration of our 40th anniversary, we sat down with Cindy Lee, the child protection supervisor from the Catholic Children’s Aid Society of Toronto to discuss “Supporting Family Connections.” This admission-prevention program was started in 2014 with the goal of keeping children in the

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How to Apply for EI and Other COVID-19 Benefits

How to apply for government programs and benefits in Canada?

The Settlement Team at MNLCT cordially invites newcomers, refugees, and immigrants to discover the various programs and benefits available in Canada to assist them in times of need. There are numerous initiatives at the federal, provincial (Ontario), and municipal (Toronto) levels, specifically designed to provide financial support and aid to those who meet the eligibility

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A Guide to Accessing Healthcare Services in Toronto: Your Questions Answered 

Navigating health services can be overwhelming, especially if you are new to Canada. The City of Toronto offers a range of health services to help newcomers and residents alike. To help you access these services, the MNLCT settlement team has put together a comprehensive guide with answers to common questions and helpful resources. They have

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