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Supporting newcomer re-settlement through song

What does settlement sound like? Listen closely. Learn more about integrating arts-based programs like community singing into settlement.
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The role of arts and literature in alleviating collective trauma

Read more about the role of arts in literature on alleviating collective trauma, grounded in global refugee experiences by Ezat Mossallanejad.
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Artists as part of the interprofessional team

Read more about how artists and art-based facilitators are part of the interprofessional team in healthcare and settlement.
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CAMH: Evidence snapshot featuring HEAL project

CAMH: Immigrant and refugee mental health project January 2026 features evidence snapshot on the HEAL Project.
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Webinar Feature

Digital platform advancing arts for newcomer family health

Watch a tour on how to navigate this new platform, Access Alliance arts for family health, and find out how it can enhance your practice or bring inspiration.
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Website launch: Arts integration in healthcare and settlement

Join to learn how to navigate the Access Alliance arts for family health digital website to gain knowledge on arts integration in healthcare and settlement.
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Making Canada’s gender-based violence policies inclusive

Learn more about making Canada’s gender-based violence policies inclusive of newcomers informed by a policy scan conducted.
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Alliance for healthier communities social prescribing

Read an article by the Alliance for Healthier Communities on the role of arts and creative practices in supporting health, wellbeing, and community connection.
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Social Media Campaign

#16Days of activism: Healing through the arts

Read about the 2025 #16DaysofAction campaign addressing violence against immigrant refugee women intersectionally.
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Healing arts for newcomer well-being: Culminating event

On November 12, 2025, Access Alliance hosted a participatory event at Toronto Reference Library, welcoming community members and professionals for a colourful evening.

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