About IMHO Canada A registered not-for-profit organization since 2008 Strictly a non-political, non-religious, non-profit, humanitarian organization Mission :
To improve and develop health care and health care infrastructure in under-served communities worldwide
Governed and managed by a diverse group of board members Primary Efforts: Primary Care/Mobile Clinics,Nutrition,Mental Health, Emergency Relief, 2009 Humanitarian Crisis & IDP Relief, Amputee Rehabilitation, Specialty Care
Strong accountability and transparency
What makes IMHO Canada Unique?
Volunteer nature of organization Extensive network of proven contacts on ground who understand situation well
Cultural sensitivity and understanding Fills in the gaps Diverse and comprehensive approach
IMHO Canada Projects 1. Micro credit Project 2. Amputee Project 3. Medical Equipments to DELFT Hospital 4. Toilet Project 5. Maternal Nutrition Project 6. Physiotherapy Project 7. Three-wheeler and Staff Salary Projects for Kalmunai Mental Health Society (KAMHA) 8. Multi Disciplinary Interventions for Tellipalai Mental Health Society (TMHS)
How can you get involved? •Join our volunteer youth group •Take part in events •Create your own fundraiser •Volunteer with our SAAAC partners! Contact us for more details:
(416) 321-9555 (or) contact@imhocanada.org
South Asian Autism Awareness Centre (SAAAC) Defeat Ignorance, Embrace Difference, Conquer Stigmas
Location(s)
1. SRI AYYAPPAN TEMPLE 635 Middlefield Road, Scarborough, ONTARIO. M1V 5B8 Middlefield & Finch
2. IWI Consulting Group Office 310 - 80 Acadia Avenue Markham, ONTARIO. L3R 9V1 Warden & Steeles
What we do
SAAAC was created with the intention of facilitating families in our community impacted by Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) with a special focus on the challenges that South Asians face in the GTA
Our organization looks to create positive change in the lives of our children through:
Cognitive, behavioural and physical development of our children
Creation of a supportive & educational environment for parents and caregivers
Raising awareness about ASD in the larger South Asian Community
How we do it Volunteer Opportunities
Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Speech Therapy Occupational Therapy SMARTS
After School Program SAFE
(“Smart Arts”: Music, Dance, & Art Therapy)
(South Asian Family Empowerment) Project
ASD Information Sessions
How can you join?
Contact IMHO
One-time volunteer orientation session
(held every 1-2 mos) Continuous intake of new volunteers
Attend/shadow until trained (max 2 weeks)
Commitment at least 1-2 sessions per week for 3-6 months… or longer if you like it!
Canadian Centre of Victims of Torture (CCVT) Give hope after the horror
Location(s) CCVT Scarborough Office 2425 Eglinton Ave. E. Unit 218 Scarborough, ON, M1K 5G8 Tel.: 416-750-3045 Ext. 205 Fax: 416-750-4990 Website: www.ccvt.org www.ccvt.org ď Ź
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The Canadian Centre for Victims of Torture (CCVT) aids survivors in overcoming the lasting effects of torture and war In partnership with the community, the Centre supports survivors in the process of successful integration into Canadian society, works for their protection and integrity, and raises awareness of the continuing effects of torture and war on survivors and their families
How we do it Volunteer Opportunities
Homework Club:
Youth Conversation Circle
Teaching English to young adults and seniors Availabilities: Monday –Friday 9 - 4.00p.m.
Computer Basics & Intermediate
Youth Counselling, Ages 16-24 Availabilities: Mondays Time: 4.00 p.m. - 5.00 p.m.
One-on-One ESL Tutoring
Helping children complete homework Requirements: Police Check Report except for High School students Availabilities: Tuesdays & Wednesdays -Children from Grade 1 – 8 Time: 4– 5.30 p.m. Thursdays - Children from Grade 9 – 12 Time: 4.p.m. – 5.30 p.m
Teaching the fundamentals for Computer Basics Availabilities: Monday-Friday 9 - 4.00 p.m.
Teaching Assistant for the ESL Class supervised by TDSB Teacher
Availabilities: Monday - Thursday - 9.30 a.m.-12.30 p.m.
How we do it Volunteer Opportunities
English Conversation Practice for our Support Group Availabilities: Mondays 1.00 – 2.00 p.m. Befriending A Volunteer is paired with a CCVT Client to provide on-going personal, non- professional support i.e. basic information, life skills, general assistance to help the client adjust to the life in a new country. Escorts and Interpreters Volunteers accompany clients to appointments with Physicians, Specialists, lawyers and Social Service agencies. Please mention your second language i.e. Farsi, Dari, Somali, Arabic, Yoga Instructors Availabilities: Mondays & Wednesdays
How can you join?
Contact IMHO 30 minute interview – opportunity to learn more about the different programs Updated resume and 3 references are required Confidentiality Agreement and Volunteer Contract to be signed One-time volunteer orientation session
Continuous intake of new volunteers
Commitment at least 1 sessions per week for 1 year