Black Mental Health Community Conversations Return this June
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NACCA and ASCO, alongside community partners across York Region (MACCA, YRAACC, ANCHOR, 360 Kids and York Hills), invites Black community members to attend a two-part community gathering centred around the Black Mental Health Community Insights report developed through conversations held across the Region last year.
These gatherings are an opportunity to reflect on key insights from the report, hear from mental health professionals and community voices, engage in meaningful dialogue and help shape what comes next for Black mental health and wellness support within our communities.
Each session will include:
Please register and join the session that works best for you. This is a space for us by us.
Newmarket Session – Tues., June 16, 2026
Markham Session – Fri., June 19, 2026
Register here or scan the QR code on the flyer.
These gatherings are an opportunity to reflect on key insights from the report, hear from mental health professionals and community voices, engage in meaningful dialogue and help shape what comes next for Black mental health and wellness support within our communities.
Each session will include:
- A moderated panel discussion
- Reflections on report insights
- Community dialogue and feedback
- Food and connection in a welcoming space
Please register and join the session that works best for you. This is a space for us by us.
Newmarket Session – Tues., June 16, 2026
Markham Session – Fri., June 19, 2026
Register here or scan the QR code on the flyer.
Building a Black Mental Health Strategy Together
Community Invitation: Black Wellness Project Celebration
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We are excited to invite you to the Black Wellness Project Celebration, hosted by NACCA and ASCO! Join us as we honour the work completed so far, share important insights and look ahead to the next phase of the project.
This gathering will feature:
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: 200 Doug Duncan Drive, Newmarket (Lions Hall #2)
To help us plan for food and seating, please register using the link here
If your organization would like to table at this event, please complete form in the link above and contact Lateshia Izzard-Brookes at [email protected].
Please note, this event is in-person only, this will not be available virtually.
This gathering will feature:
- Key themes and findings presented by Logical Outcomes
- “What’s Next” presentations from NACCA and ASCO
- Catered food and community connection
- A family-friendly space, children are welcome
Time: 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM
Location: 200 Doug Duncan Drive, Newmarket (Lions Hall #2)
To help us plan for food and seating, please register using the link here
If your organization would like to table at this event, please complete form in the link above and contact Lateshia Izzard-Brookes at [email protected].
Please note, this event is in-person only, this will not be available virtually.
Join the conversation on Black mental health and addictions in York Region
NACCA and Addiction Services Central Ontario (ASCO) are coming together to shape a regional strategy for Black mental health and addictions support in York Region and we need your voice at the table.
From August to October, we will be hosting community conversations with Black youth, adults, caregivers, health professionals and those with lived experience. Your insights will directly influence how future programs are designed, delivered and resourced. |
To ensure broad participation, eligible participants may attend only one session and will receive a $75.00 honorarium (thank-you gift card) in appreciation of their time and contributions. Multiple registrations are not permitted.
To receive the $75.00 thank-you gift card and participate in the community conversation on Black mental health and addictions, individuals must meet the following criteria:
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With the Support and Guidance of our Collaborative Steering Committee
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