Stories & Articles
Explore our collection of participant testimonials and insightful articles on arts-based practices across the settlement and healthcare sectors. Participant voices are at the heart of this work, sharing lived experiences and cultural knowledge that have shaped the resources in our Hub. The articles offer short, accessible learning moments designed to spark dialogue, deepen understanding, and highlight the creative and healing work happening in our communities.
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How can community arts support the mental wellness of newcomers in Canada? Join us as we highlight key findings from an environmental scan and scoping review.
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Learn more about arts prescribing as a return to ancient approaches to healing from the 2nd International Meeting on Arts Prescribing in Healthcare in Thessaloniki.
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What does healthcare sound like? Listen closely. Learn more about collective singing as a culturally tailored health approach for newcomer communities.
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Read reflections from the field: newcomer women’s mental health, belonging, and wellbeing through community-based research and cultural programming.
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Read about the experience of placement student Halena Panico on prescribing arts and culture for newcomer communities.
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What does settlement sound like? Listen closely. Learn more about integrating arts-based programs like community singing into settlement.