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SUMMARY:The Meeting Spot Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Meeting Spot is a virtual peer support group that fosters connectivity\, social interactions\, and community engagement among people experiencing mental health and/or addiction challenges.  \nHere\, we strive to maintain a welcoming environment where you will find support and understanding from others who share similar experiences. Join a community that inspires courage\, hope\, and self-determination.  \nThe Meeting Spot runs every Monday and Thursday virtually via Zoom. You can also dial in by phone. Sign up to receive the Zoom login information. You can Register Online or call (416) 303-2629. For more information\, please email groups@krasmancentre.com. 
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/the-meeting-spot-peer-support-group-3/2023-09-11/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,socialsupport,SupportGroup,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230912T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230912T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151818
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LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T192549Z
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SUMMARY:Coping with Grief
DESCRIPTION:Coping with Grief is a six-week bereavement peer support group for individuals who have lost a loved one to help cope with their grief. This group will hold space and support individuals in their healing journey. Participants will discuss how losing a loved one affected them and support each other through sharing stories and ideas. \nPlease note that this is a closed group which runs every Tuesday morning for 6 weeks beginning Tuesday\, September 12\, 2023. Pre-registration is required. \nDates: Tuesday\, September 12\, 19\,26 | October 3\, 10\, 17.\nTime: 10:00 pm – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online via Zoom or phone \nRegister online using the Online Registration Form \nFor more information or to register by phone\, please contact Cathleen Marengeur at (416) 562-8824 or email c.marengeur@krasmancentre.com. \n  \n 
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/coping-with-grief-2/2023-09-12/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,Recovery Education,Recovery Support Group,SupportGroup,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230912T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230912T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151818
CREATED:20221205T211237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T142550Z
UID:10001982-1694523600-1694529000@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:Exploring Emotions & Behaviours
DESCRIPTION:Negative Self-Talk: \n\nDo you find that your inner critic is controlling your life?\nDo you have ruminating thoughts you can’t control?\nAre you experiencing feelings you can’t identify?\n\nGuess what\, you are not alone.\n\nThis virtual group will challenge negative emotions and share coping strategies to promote our own personal wellness. Peers will be asked to share a troubling experience (personal or not) and the group will work together to come up with solutions that enable you to feel in control of the situation. \nJoin us every Tuesday from 1:00 pm-2:30 pm. \nClick here to register online or send an email to a.gooding@krasmancentre.com
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/exploring-emotions-behaviours-3/2023-09-12/
CATEGORIES:MentalHealth,Peer Support,SupportGroup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230912T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230912T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151818
CREATED:20230721T152233Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T142248Z
UID:10001993-1694530800-1694538000@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:National Truth and Reconciliation Virtual Event
DESCRIPTION:Krasman Centre’s Anti-Racism Anti-Oppression Change Committee (ARAOCC) presents an educational session by the National Centre for Truth and Reconciliation (NCTR). This virtual event will feature our guest Jake Charles or Na-nock-ashee (which means Hummingbird in Ojibway)\, a traditional Anishinaabe knowledge sharer\, teacher\, and cultural guide in his community of the Chippewas of Georgina Island\, who will be singing with his hand drum\, to open the event. \nThen followed by our guest speaker Kaila Johnston (Supervisor of Education\, Outreach\, and Public Programming from NCTR)\, who will discuss colonial systems and impacts (sixties scoop\, day schools\, sanatoriums\, MMIWG)\, intergenerational trauma and healing\, Calls to Action\, and allyship) \nDate: Tuesday\, September 12\, 2023\nTime: 3 pm – 5 pm ET\nWhere: Online via Zoom or phone \nLive Closed Captioning will be provided for this event. \nRegister Online using the Online Registration Form  \nFor more information or to register\, contact Linda Elwin at (905) 251-3275 or l.elwin@krasmancentre.com \n \n 
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/national-truth-and-reconciliation-virtual-event/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support Education
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230912T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230912T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151818
CREATED:20221205T210737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T152732Z
UID:10001987-1694538000-1694543400@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:Tough Stuff - An All Inclusive Addictions Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Tough Stuff – An All Inclusive Addictions Support Group supporting peers with the challenges of substance use\, food\, and behaviours.  If you would like to attend a Tough Stuff virtual group\, please join by 5:15 p.m. that day. The first 15 people to attend each session will be admitted to the group. This is to keep each session more intimate for sharing. This will be managed by admitting on a first-come\, first-serve basis. You will be notified in the waiting room if the group for that session is full. \nWe meet every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 5 PM to 6:30 PM virtually via Zoom.  \nThis is a group for open and honest discussions about what drives us to do what we do! This is a safe space to meet with others with lived experience\, who know how you feel!  \nThe Krasman Centre operates from a harm reduction perspective\, we are here to support you with any goals you may have. \nRegister online: https://forms.office.com/r/QYh0yKvF6w \nFor more information or to register via email\, please get in touch with Sara Nicklin at s.nicklin@krasmancentre.com
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/tough-stuff-an-all-inclusive-addictions-support-group-3/2023-09-12/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,Peer Support Education,Recovery Education,Recovery Support Group,SupportGroup,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230914T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151818
CREATED:20221202T203111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T173930Z
UID:10001990-1694710800-1694716200@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:The Meeting Spot Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Meeting Spot is a virtual peer support group drop-in that fosters connectivity\, social interactions\, and community engagement among people experiencing mental health and/or addiction challenges.  \nHere\, we strive to maintain a welcoming environment where you will find support and understanding from others who share similar experiences. Join a community that inspires courage\, hope\, and self-determination.  \nThe Meeting Spot runs every Monday and Thursday virtually via Zoom. You can also dial in by phone. Sign up to receive the Zoom login information. You can Register Online or call (416) 303-2629. For more information\, please email groups@krasmancentre.com. 
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/the-meeting-spot-support-group-2/2023-09-14/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,SupportGroup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230915T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230915T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151819
CREATED:20221202T205156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T164350Z
UID:10002000-1694782800-1694788200@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:Games Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Games Day! We have games and more games! \nSet aside some time to have FUN and LAUGH!  Join like-minded people in an exploration of entertaining games. We play word games\, scavenger hunts\, online games\, charades\, and board games\, sing\, dance\, and make up funny verses. Trust yourself to let go and be FREE. Start every weekend off with a blast. \nEvery Friday | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm | Online via Zoom \nRegister online for Games Day or register by phone at 416-303-2629.
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/gamesday/2023-09-15/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,SupportGroup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230915T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230915T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151819
CREATED:20230421T180203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T150110Z
UID:10002003-1694782800-1694790000@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:Lived Experience Advocates for Mental Health and Addictions (LEAMHA)
DESCRIPTION:The Lived Experience Advocates for Mental Health and Addictions (LEAMHA) will advocate for the needs and voice of people and communities served by the York Region and North Toronto Ontario Health Teams with regard to mental health and addictions and will facilitate communication and reports to its membership on how the Ontario Health Team addresses and/or acts upon members concerns and suggestions.  If you are a person with lived experience of mental health and/or addictions\, we welcome your participation.\n\nThis meeting is held monthly\, to discuss systemic issues of importance to people with lived experience and develop an action plan on how to address this with the Ontario Health Teams\n\n\n\n\nView the 2023 LEAMHA Meeting Schedule \nInterested in joining LEAMHA? Register Online \nFor further information\, please contact Dylan de la Rivière.  \nPhone: (647) 717- 4035  | Email: d.delariviere@krasmancentre.com
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/lived-experience-advocates-for-mental-health-and-addictions-leamha/2023-09-15/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,Peer Support Education,Recovery Education,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230918T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230918T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151819
CREATED:20230103T152036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T173627Z
UID:10001978-1695034800-1695042000@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:The Meeting Spot Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Meeting Spot is a virtual peer support group that fosters connectivity\, social interactions\, and community engagement among people experiencing mental health and/or addiction challenges.  \nHere\, we strive to maintain a welcoming environment where you will find support and understanding from others who share similar experiences. Join a community that inspires courage\, hope\, and self-determination.  \nThe Meeting Spot runs every Monday and Thursday virtually via Zoom. You can also dial in by phone. Sign up to receive the Zoom login information. You can Register Online or call (416) 303-2629. For more information\, please email groups@krasmancentre.com. 
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/the-meeting-spot-peer-support-group-3/2023-09-18/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,socialsupport,SupportGroup,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230919T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230919T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151819
CREATED:20230719T192549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T192549Z
UID:10001972-1695117600-1695124800@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:Coping with Grief
DESCRIPTION:Coping with Grief is a six-week bereavement peer support group for individuals who have lost a loved one to help cope with their grief. This group will hold space and support individuals in their healing journey. Participants will discuss how losing a loved one affected them and support each other through sharing stories and ideas. \nPlease note that this is a closed group which runs every Tuesday morning for 6 weeks beginning Tuesday\, September 12\, 2023. Pre-registration is required. \nDates: Tuesday\, September 12\, 19\,26 | October 3\, 10\, 17.\nTime: 10:00 pm – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online via Zoom or phone \nRegister online using the Online Registration Form \nFor more information or to register by phone\, please contact Cathleen Marengeur at (416) 562-8824 or email c.marengeur@krasmancentre.com. \n  \n 
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/coping-with-grief-2/2023-09-19/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,Recovery Education,Recovery Support Group,SupportGroup,Virtual
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230919T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230919T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151819
CREATED:20221205T211237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T142550Z
UID:10001983-1695128400-1695133800@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:Exploring Emotions & Behaviours
DESCRIPTION:Negative Self-Talk: \n\nDo you find that your inner critic is controlling your life?\nDo you have ruminating thoughts you can’t control?\nAre you experiencing feelings you can’t identify?\n\nGuess what\, you are not alone.\n\nThis virtual group will challenge negative emotions and share coping strategies to promote our own personal wellness. Peers will be asked to share a troubling experience (personal or not) and the group will work together to come up with solutions that enable you to feel in control of the situation. \nJoin us every Tuesday from 1:00 pm-2:30 pm. \nClick here to register online or send an email to a.gooding@krasmancentre.com
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/exploring-emotions-behaviours-3/2023-09-19/
CATEGORIES:MentalHealth,Peer Support,SupportGroup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230919T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230919T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151819
CREATED:20221205T204905Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T201442Z
UID:10001986-1695150000-1695157200@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Family Support Group is a safe and non-judgmental space for family members\, caregivers\, and friends supporting loved ones with mental health and/or addiction challenges.  \nWe believe people can and do recover and that families play a major supportive role in the process.  \nAs part of our support group\, you can: \n\nFind information and referrals\nShare your struggles\nConnect with other peers with similar experiences\nLearn from other’s experiences and successes\n\nWe meet on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month from 7 pm-9 pm via Zoom or you can connect one-on-one with a Family Peer Supporter.  \nWant to attend a group? You can sign up online or send an email to familysupport@krasmancentre.com.
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/family-support-group-3/2023-09-19/
CATEGORIES:Family Support,MentalHealth,Peer Support,SupportGroup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230920T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230920T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151819
CREATED:20230821T193333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T134329Z
UID:10001997-1695234600-1695240000@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:BIPOC Peer Support Wellness Group IN-PERSON
DESCRIPTION:Do you identify as a member of the Black\, Indigenous\, and/or People of Colour (BIPOC) communities and are  seeking services that address experiences by members of the BIPOC communities? \nKrasman Centre introduces BIPOC Peer Support Wellness Group\, a coming together of members of the BIPOC communities\, for opportunities to discuss the richness of our cultures\, our challenges\, our strengths and our resilience\, despite the state of our current societal environment.  This group will be guided by the core values of peer support: Hope\, Recovery\, Empathetic and equal relationships\, Self-determination\, Dignity\, respect and social inclusion\,  Integrity\, authenticity and trust\, Health and wellness\, Lifelong learning and personal growth. \nWe will begin with a 30-minute African drumming healing circle (facilitated by Negus Medhin of Holistic Vibrancy)\, an interactive group rhythmic drumming\, using African & Caribbean music for stress and anxiety release\, followed by a 1-hour facilitated group discussion. Light refreshments will be provided. \nEligibility:\n-Must identify as a member of the BIPOC (Black\, Indigenous\, and/or People of Colour) communities\n-Must be an adult aged 16 years or older \nDate: Wednesday\, September 20\, 2023\nTime: 6:30 pm – 8 pm ET\nWhere: In-person at Richmond Hill Central Public Library (1 Atkinson Street\, Richmond Hill ON L4C 0H5) \nRegister Online \nIf you have any questions about this event or to register via phone\, please contact Linda Elwin\, Equity\, Anti-Racism\, Anti-Oppression Coordinator at l.elwin@krasmancentre.com or call 905-251-3275.
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/bipoc-peer-support-wellness-group-in-person/
LOCATION:Richmond Hill Central Public Library\, 1 Atkinson Street\, Richmond Hill\, Ontario\, L4C 0H5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,socialsupport,SupportGroup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230921T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230921T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151819
CREATED:20221202T203111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T173930Z
UID:10001991-1695315600-1695321000@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:The Meeting Spot Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Meeting Spot is a virtual peer support group drop-in that fosters connectivity\, social interactions\, and community engagement among people experiencing mental health and/or addiction challenges.  \nHere\, we strive to maintain a welcoming environment where you will find support and understanding from others who share similar experiences. Join a community that inspires courage\, hope\, and self-determination.  \nThe Meeting Spot runs every Monday and Thursday virtually via Zoom. You can also dial in by phone. Sign up to receive the Zoom login information. You can Register Online or call (416) 303-2629. For more information\, please email groups@krasmancentre.com. 
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/the-meeting-spot-support-group-2/2023-09-21/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,SupportGroup
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230922T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230922T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151819
CREATED:20230913T140701Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230913T140926Z
UID:10002331-1695380400-1695385800@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:September Stroll
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a September Stroll! Inviting all peers\, participants\, visitors and friends to visit Krasman Centre Richmond Hill Drop-In for a tour of our facilities.\nAfter the tour\, join our Outreach Peer Supporters for a walk around the community and park area. \nPlease wear comfortable shoes and clothing for this walk. Bottle water will be provided for all walkers.\n\nDate: Friday\, September 22\, 2023\nTime: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm\nLocation: 5 Hopkins Street\, Richmond Hill(Richmond Hill Wave Pool facility – Closest intersection is Yonge Street & Major Mackenzie)\nDeparting for the walk at 11:30 am \nRegister Online: https://forms.office.com/r/L33iEEttYJ  \nFor more information or to register by phone\, please contact Sara Nicklin at (416) 562-8824.
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/september-stroll/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230922T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230922T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151819
CREATED:20221202T205156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T164350Z
UID:10002001-1695387600-1695393000@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:Games Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Games Day! We have games and more games! \nSet aside some time to have FUN and LAUGH!  Join like-minded people in an exploration of entertaining games. We play word games\, scavenger hunts\, online games\, charades\, and board games\, sing\, dance\, and make up funny verses. Trust yourself to let go and be FREE. Start every weekend off with a blast. \nEvery Friday | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm | Online via Zoom \nRegister online for Games Day or register by phone at 416-303-2629.
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/gamesday/2023-09-22/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,SupportGroup
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230925T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230925T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151819
CREATED:20230103T152036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T173627Z
UID:10001979-1695639600-1695646800@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:The Meeting Spot Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Meeting Spot is a virtual peer support group that fosters connectivity\, social interactions\, and community engagement among people experiencing mental health and/or addiction challenges.  \nHere\, we strive to maintain a welcoming environment where you will find support and understanding from others who share similar experiences. Join a community that inspires courage\, hope\, and self-determination.  \nThe Meeting Spot runs every Monday and Thursday virtually via Zoom. You can also dial in by phone. Sign up to receive the Zoom login information. You can Register Online or call (416) 303-2629. For more information\, please email groups@krasmancentre.com. 
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/the-meeting-spot-peer-support-group-3/2023-09-25/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,socialsupport,SupportGroup,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151819
CREATED:20230719T192549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T192549Z
UID:10001973-1695722400-1695729600@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:Coping with Grief
DESCRIPTION:Coping with Grief is a six-week bereavement peer support group for individuals who have lost a loved one to help cope with their grief. This group will hold space and support individuals in their healing journey. Participants will discuss how losing a loved one affected them and support each other through sharing stories and ideas. \nPlease note that this is a closed group which runs every Tuesday morning for 6 weeks beginning Tuesday\, September 12\, 2023. Pre-registration is required. \nDates: Tuesday\, September 12\, 19\,26 | October 3\, 10\, 17.\nTime: 10:00 pm – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online via Zoom or phone \nRegister online using the Online Registration Form \nFor more information or to register by phone\, please contact Cathleen Marengeur at (416) 562-8824 or email c.marengeur@krasmancentre.com. \n  \n 
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/coping-with-grief-2/2023-09-26/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,Recovery Education,Recovery Support Group,SupportGroup,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151819
CREATED:20221205T211237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T142550Z
UID:10001984-1695733200-1695738600@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:Exploring Emotions & Behaviours
DESCRIPTION:Negative Self-Talk: \n\nDo you find that your inner critic is controlling your life?\nDo you have ruminating thoughts you can’t control?\nAre you experiencing feelings you can’t identify?\n\nGuess what\, you are not alone.\n\nThis virtual group will challenge negative emotions and share coping strategies to promote our own personal wellness. Peers will be asked to share a troubling experience (personal or not) and the group will work together to come up with solutions that enable you to feel in control of the situation. \nJoin us every Tuesday from 1:00 pm-2:30 pm. \nClick here to register online or send an email to a.gooding@krasmancentre.com
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/exploring-emotions-behaviours-3/2023-09-26/
CATEGORIES:MentalHealth,Peer Support,SupportGroup
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230926T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151819
CREATED:20221205T210737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T152732Z
UID:10001988-1695747600-1695753000@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:Tough Stuff - An All Inclusive Addictions Support Group
DESCRIPTION:Tough Stuff – An All Inclusive Addictions Support Group supporting peers with the challenges of substance use\, food\, and behaviours.  If you would like to attend a Tough Stuff virtual group\, please join by 5:15 p.m. that day. The first 15 people to attend each session will be admitted to the group. This is to keep each session more intimate for sharing. This will be managed by admitting on a first-come\, first-serve basis. You will be notified in the waiting room if the group for that session is full. \nWe meet every 2nd and 4th Tuesday of the month from 5 PM to 6:30 PM virtually via Zoom.  \nThis is a group for open and honest discussions about what drives us to do what we do! This is a safe space to meet with others with lived experience\, who know how you feel!  \nThe Krasman Centre operates from a harm reduction perspective\, we are here to support you with any goals you may have. \nRegister online: https://forms.office.com/r/QYh0yKvF6w \nFor more information or to register via email\, please get in touch with Sara Nicklin at s.nicklin@krasmancentre.com
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/tough-stuff-an-all-inclusive-addictions-support-group-3/2023-09-26/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,Peer Support Education,Recovery Education,Recovery Support Group,SupportGroup,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230928T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230928T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151820
CREATED:20221202T203111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T173930Z
UID:10001992-1695920400-1695925800@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:The Meeting Spot Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Meeting Spot is a virtual peer support group drop-in that fosters connectivity\, social interactions\, and community engagement among people experiencing mental health and/or addiction challenges.  \nHere\, we strive to maintain a welcoming environment where you will find support and understanding from others who share similar experiences. Join a community that inspires courage\, hope\, and self-determination.  \nThe Meeting Spot runs every Monday and Thursday virtually via Zoom. You can also dial in by phone. Sign up to receive the Zoom login information. You can Register Online or call (416) 303-2629. For more information\, please email groups@krasmancentre.com. 
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/the-meeting-spot-support-group-2/2023-09-28/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,SupportGroup
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230929T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230929T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151820
CREATED:20221202T205156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T164350Z
UID:10002002-1695992400-1695997800@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:Games Day
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Games Day! We have games and more games! \nSet aside some time to have FUN and LAUGH!  Join like-minded people in an exploration of entertaining games. We play word games\, scavenger hunts\, online games\, charades\, and board games\, sing\, dance\, and make up funny verses. Trust yourself to let go and be FREE. Start every weekend off with a blast. \nEvery Friday | 1:00 pm – 2:30 pm | Online via Zoom \nRegister online for Games Day or register by phone at 416-303-2629.
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/gamesday/2023-09-29/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,SupportGroup
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231002T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231002T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151820
CREATED:20230103T152036Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T173627Z
UID:10001980-1696244400-1696251600@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:The Meeting Spot Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Meeting Spot is a virtual peer support group that fosters connectivity\, social interactions\, and community engagement among people experiencing mental health and/or addiction challenges.  \nHere\, we strive to maintain a welcoming environment where you will find support and understanding from others who share similar experiences. Join a community that inspires courage\, hope\, and self-determination.  \nThe Meeting Spot runs every Monday and Thursday virtually via Zoom. You can also dial in by phone. Sign up to receive the Zoom login information. You can Register Online or call (416) 303-2629. For more information\, please email groups@krasmancentre.com. 
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/the-meeting-spot-peer-support-group-3/2023-10-02/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,socialsupport,SupportGroup,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231003T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231003T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151820
CREATED:20230719T192549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230719T192549Z
UID:10001974-1696327200-1696334400@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:Coping with Grief
DESCRIPTION:Coping with Grief is a six-week bereavement peer support group for individuals who have lost a loved one to help cope with their grief. This group will hold space and support individuals in their healing journey. Participants will discuss how losing a loved one affected them and support each other through sharing stories and ideas. \nPlease note that this is a closed group which runs every Tuesday morning for 6 weeks beginning Tuesday\, September 12\, 2023. Pre-registration is required. \nDates: Tuesday\, September 12\, 19\,26 | October 3\, 10\, 17.\nTime: 10:00 pm – 12:00 pm\nWhere: Online via Zoom or phone \nRegister online using the Online Registration Form \nFor more information or to register by phone\, please contact Cathleen Marengeur at (416) 562-8824 or email c.marengeur@krasmancentre.com. \n  \n 
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/coping-with-grief-2/2023-10-03/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,Recovery Education,Recovery Support Group,SupportGroup,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231003T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231003T143000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151820
CREATED:20221205T211237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T142550Z
UID:10002304-1696338000-1696343400@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:Exploring Emotions & Behaviours
DESCRIPTION:Negative Self-Talk: \n\nDo you find that your inner critic is controlling your life?\nDo you have ruminating thoughts you can’t control?\nAre you experiencing feelings you can’t identify?\n\nGuess what\, you are not alone.\n\nThis virtual group will challenge negative emotions and share coping strategies to promote our own personal wellness. Peers will be asked to share a troubling experience (personal or not) and the group will work together to come up with solutions that enable you to feel in control of the situation. \nJoin us every Tuesday from 1:00 pm-2:30 pm. \nClick here to register online or send an email to a.gooding@krasmancentre.com
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/exploring-emotions-behaviours-3/2023-10-03/
CATEGORIES:MentalHealth,Peer Support,SupportGroup
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231003T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231003T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151820
CREATED:20230907T173059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231018T142417Z
UID:10002029-1696359600-1696366800@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:Family Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Family Support Group is a safe and non-judgmental space for family members\, caregivers\, and friends supporting loved ones with mental health and/or addiction challenges.  \nWe believe people can and do recover and that families play a major supportive role in the process.  \nAs part of the Family Support Group\, you can: \n\nFind information and referrals\nShare your struggles\nConnect with other peers with similar experiences\nLearn from other’s experiences and successes\n\nOur weekly group meeting takes place every Tuesday evening from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. online via Zoom.  \nWe warmly welcome you to join us for this interactive session and connect with like-minded individuals. It’s a great opportunity to share your experiences\, gain insights\, and learn something new. We look forward to seeing you there!  \nClick here to register online for the Family Support Group or send an email to familysupport@krasmancentre.com.
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/family-support-group-4/2023-10-03/
LOCATION:Online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Family Support,MentalHealth,Peer Support,SupportGroup
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231004T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231004T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151820
CREATED:20230907T174537Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230918T143752Z
UID:10002046-1696429800-1696435200@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:Who Am I?
DESCRIPTION:Who AM I? is an open support group for those who wish to understand\, accept and embrace their uniqueness.  \nHave you ever said to yourself “I don’t know who I am anymore?”. Maybe you’ve said\, “My life is not what I want it to be”.  These statements are more common than we think.  Have you spent your life living up to external expectations while ignoring your own dreams or needs?  Are you eager to express your authentic self and flourish regardless of your situation? Let’s take some time to investigate together what our inner self is yearning to tell us. \nJoin us for the “Who Am I?” group\, where we will examine ourselves with a non-judgmental heart and open mind. Let’s find peace with who you are\, where you are and what you are. \nThis virtual workshop will run for five sessions starting Wednesday\, October 4th to Wednesday\, December 6th\, 2023 from 2:30 pm to 4:00 pm online via Zoom. The Zoom Link will be sent to participants a week prior to the group start date. \nContact: Andrea Gooding\, York Region Outreach Peer Supporter \nRegister Online | By Phone: (416) 303-2629 | Email: a.gooding@krasmancentre.com
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/who-am-i-2-2/2023-10-04/
LOCATION:Online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,Peer Support Education,socialsupport,SupportGroup,Virtual
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231004T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231004T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151820
CREATED:20230920T134648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T134648Z
UID:10002005-1696446000-1696453200@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:Survival Tips for Parents
DESCRIPTION:Survival Tips for Parents \nIndividuals experiencing a mental health challenge did not get there overnight. And it will not go away overnight! How can you as a caregiver survive this? We will share the things that we wished we had known when our family was & still may be struggling. Family support is just as important as individual support. When one member of the family is struggling\, the whole family struggles. Also known as the Parallel process\, how the Family or Caregiver is feeling is often forgotten\, especially in a time of crisis. \n*This workshop is part of a six-week workshop series based on the work of Robyn Priest Live Your Truth’s ALL IN Peer Support for Families\, led by Krasman Centre’s Family Peer Supporters.  \nDates: Oct 4\, 2023\nTime: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm\nWhere: Online via Zoom or phone \nRegister Online using the online registration form. \nContact Info: Connie Reck\, Family Peer Supporter\nPhone: (416) 230-3639  Email: familysupport@krasmancentre.com
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/survival-tips-for-parents/
LOCATION:Online Via Zoom
CATEGORIES:Family Support,MentalHealth,Peer Support,Recovery Support Group
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231005T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231005T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151820
CREATED:20221202T203111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231013T173930Z
UID:10002321-1696525200-1696530600@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:The Meeting Spot Support Group
DESCRIPTION:The Meeting Spot is a virtual peer support group drop-in that fosters connectivity\, social interactions\, and community engagement among people experiencing mental health and/or addiction challenges.  \nHere\, we strive to maintain a welcoming environment where you will find support and understanding from others who share similar experiences. Join a community that inspires courage\, hope\, and self-determination.  \nThe Meeting Spot runs every Monday and Thursday virtually via Zoom. You can also dial in by phone. Sign up to receive the Zoom login information. You can Register Online or call (416) 303-2629. For more information\, please email groups@krasmancentre.com. 
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/the-meeting-spot-support-group-2/2023-10-05/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,SupportGroup
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231006T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231006T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T151820
CREATED:20230421T180203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230906T150110Z
UID:10001620-1696597200-1696604400@krasmancentre.com
SUMMARY:Lived Experience Advocates for Mental Health and Addictions (LEAMHA)
DESCRIPTION:The Lived Experience Advocates for Mental Health and Addictions (LEAMHA) will advocate for the needs and voice of people and communities served by the York Region and North Toronto Ontario Health Teams with regard to mental health and addictions and will facilitate communication and reports to its membership on how the Ontario Health Team addresses and/or acts upon members concerns and suggestions.  If you are a person with lived experience of mental health and/or addictions\, we welcome your participation.\n\nThis meeting is held monthly\, to discuss systemic issues of importance to people with lived experience and develop an action plan on how to address this with the Ontario Health Teams\n\n\n\n\nView the 2023 LEAMHA Meeting Schedule \nInterested in joining LEAMHA? Register Online \nFor further information\, please contact Dylan de la Rivière.  \nPhone: (647) 717- 4035  | Email: d.delariviere@krasmancentre.com
URL:https://krasmancentre.com/event/lived-experience-advocates-for-mental-health-and-addictions-leamha/2023-10-06/
CATEGORIES:community connections,MentalHealth,Peer Support,Peer Support Education,Recovery Education,Virtual
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