Mental health and addictions in Toronto, Ontario
CMHA Scarborough - Syrian and Newcomer Youth Mentorship Initiative
Offered by Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Toronto Branch
In short
The Syrian and Newcomer Youth Mentorship Initiative (SNYMI) is an initiative with The Opening Doors Project that helps Syrian and Newcomer youth adjust to life in Canada through group sessions and one-on-one meetings.
- Who it is for
- Youth, Newcomers and immigrants, Refugees; Youth, Newcomer (arrived within 5 years), Immigrant (arrived over 5 years ago), Refugee claimant, Convention refugee, Youth (13-24)
- What it helps with
- Help with drinking or drugs, Learning and school, Knowing where to go, Help in my language, Skills for work, Help with my mental health, My culture and roots, Faith and spiritual practice, A fresh start
- Where
- 500, 1200 Markham Rd, Scarborough, ON M1H 2Y9
- How to reach
- Contact through Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) - Toronto Branch: (416) 789-7957 · Website
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About this service
The Syrian and Newcomer Youth Mentorship Initiative (SNYMI) is an initiative with The Opening Doors Project that helps Syrian and Newcomer youth adjust to life in Canada through group sessions and one-on-one meetings. Our Syrian and Newcomer Youth Mentors provide a safe place where youth can explore issues of identity and mental health challenges, discuss their educational and professional goals, and receive support as they navigate the immigration and settlement processes.
Syrian and Newcomer youth often find themselves straddling two cultures, and have to make the choice between holding to their background and cultural identity or assimilating with the dominant Canadian culture. At the same time, they are dealing with psychological trauma as the result of living in a war-torn country, having witnessed violence, and having lost loved ones. It is no surprise that many of them are experiencing mental health challenges.
Who can use it?
Syrian and Newcomer youth adjust to life in Canada.
How do I get in touch?
Call (416) 789-7957, or use the website.
Listed in Toronto, Ontario.
500, 1200 Markham Rd, Scarborough, ON M1H 2Y9
500, 1200 Markham Rd, Scarborough, ON M1H 2Y9Toronto, Ontario
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