Drop in on Tuesday August 13th from 2 PM - 4 PM to learn more about some free neighbourhood programs. Registration is not necessary!
•Parkdale Project Read
PARKDALE PROJECT READ was founded by Dr. Rita Cox, a renowned storyteller, community activist, and former Head Librarian at the Parkdale library.
PPR began as a volunteer-driven program operating out of the Parkdale branch of the Toronto Public Library, with volunteer tutors meeting with learners every week to work on reading and writing.
Martha (she/her) will be on-site from 2 PM - 3PM to tell you more about the program and how you can get involved in free group lessons.
•Toronto Public Library
Kristy (she/her) a librarian at the Parkdale branch of the Toronto Public Library will be on-site to make free library cards, help you find the books you're interested in, and help you learn about the many free services you can access.
•Employment Works!
Employment Works! is a CAMH initiative to support the employment goals of people with lived experiences receiving mental health and addiction services. This initiative is inspired by CAMH’s goal of being a leader in creating and supporting opportunities for individuals who would like return to work or advance in the workplace. Since Employment Works! was founded in 2004, the service has helped hundreds of people with lived experience to achieve their employment goals.
John (he/him) will be on-site for one on one consultations about the program and how it can meet your job search goals.
•Collaborative Learning College
Collaborative Learning College is a recovery college that offers nonclinical-based education and training programs to people who have lived/living experience of mental health and/or substance use challenges, and who feel ready to set goals, gain skills and make social connections as part of their personal journey.
In keeping with internationally adopted approach to recovery-oriented education, the courses offered at the Collaborative Learning College are:
- co-created and co-led by people with lived experience of mental health and/or addiction challenges and/or social services use
- offered free of charge
- adaptable to local needs and resources
- open to people who have experienced mental health and/or addiction challenges and/or social services use, their family members, friends and health care providers, when appropriate.
Come meet staff from the CLC from 2 PM - 3 PM who can answer any questions you have about registering as a student
We'll have free Nicotine Replacement Therapy Kits and educational resources to giveaway provided by CAMH’s Nicotine Dependence Clinic and the CAMH Outpatient Pharmacy for people who want to quit or reduce their smoking. Staff from both services will be on site to answer your questions from 2 PM - 4 PM.(Kits available while supplies last)
