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SUMMARY:Brush & Bloom Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Join Us for Brush & Bloom: A Creative Fundraiser for Mental Health! \nSoch Mental Health invites you to Brush & Bloom\, a heartwarming day-time event dedicated to healing\, creativity\, and community. \nCome paint your own plant pot\, plant some vegetable or flower seeds\, and meet new people. No art experience needed! \n100% of ticket proceeds go directly toward designing and delivering culturally responsive mental health programs for the South Asian community. Your creativity will help sow the seeds of change! \nThis event will be hosted at the beautiful Chocolate & Love Café in Mississauga\, where food and drinks will be available for purchase. \nCome sip\, paint\, plant\, and give back. Spots are limited—secure yours now!
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/brush-bloom-fundraiser/
LOCATION:Chocolate and Love Cafe\, 5985 Rodeo Drive Unit #14\, Mississauga\, Ontario\, L5R3V6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250730T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250730T200000
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UID:3948-1753898400-1753905600@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Soch Cafe Social - Chocolate and Love Cafe
DESCRIPTION:Take a Break: Mind\, Body and Brew! ☕️ \nLooking to meet new people\, have meaningful conversations\, and prioritize your mental wellbeing? Join Soch at our upcoming Cafe Social Event! Hosted at Chocolate and Love Cafe in Mississauga. This is a great way to: \n\nMeet new people in a casual\, facilitated cafe setting\nEngage in open conversations about mental health and well-being\nBuild supportive connections with others in your community\n\nThis event is free\, open to all and facilitated by Soch Staff Members. Registration is required due to limited capacity. Refreshments will be available for attendees to purchase at the cafe.
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/soch-cafe-social-chocolate-and-love-cafe/
LOCATION:Chocolate and Love Cafe\, 5985 Rodeo Drive Unit #14\, Mississauga\, Ontario\, L5R3V6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250720T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250720T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20250711T155900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T155941Z
UID:3943-1753009200-1753016400@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Sair With Soch – Guided Nature Walk
DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to enjoy the warm weather\, get your steps in and meet new people? Join Soch for a scenic guided nature walk through Claireville Conservation Area in Brampton! This is your chance to meet new people\, get moving and destress in nature.  \nThis event is free and registration is required. Soch Staff will be hosting the nature walk and the exact meetup location will be communicated to registrants via email. All are welcome!
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/sair-with-soch-guided-nature-walk/
LOCATION:Claireville Conservation Area\, 8180 Hwy 50\, Brampton\, Ontario\, L6T 0A6\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250716T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250716T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20250711T152654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250711T153005Z
UID:3935-1752688800-1752696000@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Soch Café Social
DESCRIPTION:Looking to meet new people\, have meaningful conversations\, and prioritize your mental wellbeing? Join Soch at our first Café Social Event! Hosted at Paris Baguette in Mississauga. This is a great way to: \n\nMeet new people in a casual\, facilitated café setting\nEngage in open conversations about mental health and well-being\nBuild supportive connections with others in your community\n\nThis event is free\, open to all and facilitated by Soch Staff Members. Registration is required due to limited capacity. Refreshments will be available for attendees to purchase at the café.
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/soch-cafe-social/
LOCATION:Paris Baguette\, 5935 Mavis Road\, Mississauga\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250506T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250506T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20250329T152010Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T180213Z
UID:3909-1746558000-1746561600@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Sports Betting and Online Gaming Awareness (Punjabi)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an informative session and community conversation where we will discuss the impact of gambling\, signs of gambling harm\, and resources for help. \nWhether you’re looking to educate yourself or support a loved one\, this workshop is for you. \nLet’s come together to learn\, share\, and spread awareness about this important issue. \nDon’t miss out! \nThis discussion will be facilitated in English and Punjabi
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/sports-betting-and-online-gaming/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250430T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250430T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20250329T232917Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250422T175256Z
UID:3912-1746039600-1746043200@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Sports Betting and Online Gambling Awareness (Urdu)
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to our online workshop dedicated to raising awareness about gambling in the Urdu language!  \nJoin us for an informative session where we will discuss the impact of gambling\, signs of gambling harm\, and resources for help.  \nWhether you’re looking to educate yourself or support a loved one\, this workshop is for you. \n Let’s come together to learn\, share\, and spread awareness about this important issue.  \nDon’t miss out! \nThis discussion will be facilitated in English and Urdu.
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/sports-betting-and-online-gambling-awareness-urdu/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250306T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250403T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20250211T165335Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T183611Z
UID:3887-1741284000-1743708600@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Iravaatha Anma- Tamil Grief Support Program
DESCRIPTION:To Register Email: mitherayee @sochmentalhealth.com. Only 10 spots \nமின்னஞ்சல்: mitherayee@sochmentalhealth.com \n10 இடங்கள் மட்டுமே. ஒவ்வொரு அமர்வுகளிலும் கலந்து கொள்ள வேண்டும்.
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/iravaatha-anma-tamil-grief-support-program/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250305T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250402T191500
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20250211T183510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250211T183510Z
UID:3892-1741197600-1743621300@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Akaal Punjabi South Asian Grief Support Program
DESCRIPTION:To Register Email gurleen@sochmentalhealth.com. Only 10 spots available. \nਰਜਿਸਟਰੇਸ਼ਨ: ਤੁਸੀਂ ਈਮੇਲ ਦੁਆਰਾ ਰਜਿਸਟਰ ਕਰ ਸਕਦੇ ਹੋ gurleen@sochmentalhealth.com ਕਰੋ।  \n10 ਲੋਕ ਰਜਿਸਟਰ ਕਰ ਸਕਦੇ ਹਨ।
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/akaal-punjabi-south-asian-grief-support-program/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250206T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250306T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20250115T193315Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250227T182809Z
UID:3844-1738843200-1741273200@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:South Asian Mental Health Training
DESCRIPTION:South Asian Mental Health Training\nJoin us in fostering a deeper understanding and creating a supportive environment for mental health within the South Asian community.\nTraining Learning Objectives\n1. Understanding what it means to be South Asian: Covering dialogue on diversity & inclusion\, cultural beliefs & values\, family dynamics\, & societal expectations. \n2. Understanding how mental health is perceived in South Asian families: Exploring the cultural stigmas surrounding mental illness and discussing the community’s current level of mental health knowledge and the impact of family honor. \n3. Gaining skills for successful mental health outcomes: Family-centered approach and using the South Asian language for mental health awareness\, and improving accessibility of services \nYour Facilitator\nJasmeet Chagger RN\, BScN\, MSc \nJasmeet possesses a strong background in mental health and community engagement\, with notable experiences including inpatient mental health work at CAMH’s Schizophrenia Unit and five years on an ACT Team. Additionally\, she co-founded Soch Mental Health in 2015 and completed her Masters of Science in Nursing from McMaster University in 2018\, where her thesis focused on family perceptions of problem-drinking in the South Asian Punjabi Commmunity. \n \nYour Facilitator\nManeet Chahal-Gill RN\, BScN\, MSc \nManeet possesses a strong background in mental health and community engagement\, with notable experiences including inpatient mental health work at Sunnybrook’s adult mental health unit and five years on an ACT Team. Additionally\, she co-founded Soch Mental Health in 2015 and completed her Masters of Science in Nursing from McMaster University in 2018\, where her thesis focused on the South Asian Punjabi community’s access to mental health services in Brampton. \n \nThis training has been successfully provided to staff working at:
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/south-asian-mental-health-training-4/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241217T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241217T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20241210T180735Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T180735Z
UID:3838-1734462000-1734465600@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Seasons of Healing: Holiday Meditation
DESCRIPTION:Take a moment to pause and recharge this holiday season with a restorative meditation session led by Shaninder Kaur.
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/seasons-of-healing-holiday-meditation/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241212T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20241203T152850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241203T152850Z
UID:3815-1734030000-1734037200@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Seasons of Healing: A South Asian Perspective on Loss
DESCRIPTION:Join us on December 12th from 7–9 PM for an evening dedicated to understanding and navigating grief. We will screen two impactful films followed by a meaningful community conversation in Punjabi and English. \nThe holiday season can be especially difficult for those grieving. This event offers a space to reflect\, connect\, and discuss ways to manage loss during this challenging time. \nLet’s come together as a community to break the silence around grief and support one another in healing. \nWe look forward to seeing you there! \n** Light refreshments will be served ** \n*** Your donation will support the continuation of Soch’s South Asian Grief Support Group for 2025 *** \n  \nBichhray Rooh \nA film by Soch Mental Health & Kahaani Kollective \nOur short Punjabi film explores how grief manifests differently within a family. A father\, daughter\, and son each struggle to navigate how to cope with their loss yet remain silent about their challenges. The film sheds light on the complexities of grief in South Asian families and emphasizes the importance of seeking support. It aims to remind the community that we don’t have to face grief alone—help is available. \nTime \nA film by Kiran Rai and Baljit Singh \nAfter losing her husband to dementia\, Surjit becomes consumed by her grief. Her days are spent trying to pass the time\, finding ways to cope with loss. She seeks solace reflecting on memories of her younger days. Although restricted by her anxiety\, she tries to search for peace within her loneliness. What does life look like when you have to start all over again at the age of 70? ‘Time’ explores life after loss.
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/seasons-of-healing-a-south-asian-perspective-on-loss/
LOCATION:Terry Miller Recetreation Centre\, 1295 Williams Parkway\, Brampton\, Ontario\, L6S 3J8\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241201T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241201T130000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20241114T160100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241114T160408Z
UID:3809-1733054400-1733058000@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Soch Mental Health- Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Our AGM invites you to review Soch’s achievements over the past year\, celebrate program successes\, and identify areas of growth.
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/soch-mental-health-annual-general-meeting-2/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241219T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20241105T154833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T154833Z
UID:3786-1732212000-1734636600@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Shifaa-e-Dil South Asian Grief Support Group (Urdu Group)
DESCRIPTION:Register| رجسٹر کریں \nEmail:Maryam@sochmentalhealth.com. Only 10 spots. Must attend all sessions.  \nای میل : Maryam@sochmentalhealth.com  \nصرف 10 جگہیں دستیاب ہیں۔ ان سب میں شرکت ضروری ہے
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/shifaa-e-dil-south-asian-grief-support-group-urdu-group/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241121T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20240926T165538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T154505Z
UID:3767-1732190400-1732201200@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:South Asian Mental Health Training
DESCRIPTION:South Asian Mental Health Training\nJoin us in fostering a deeper understanding and creating a supportive environment for mental health within the South Asian community.\nTraining Learning Objectives\n1. Understanding what it means to be South Asian: Covering dialogue on diversity & inclusion\, cultural beliefs & values\, family dynamics\, & societal expectations. \n2. Understanding how mental health is perceived in South Asian families: Exploring the cultural stigmas surrounding mental illness and discussing the community’s current level of mental health knowledge and the impact of family honor. \n3. Gaining skills for successful mental health outcomes: Family-centered approach and using the South Asian language for mental health awareness\, and improving accessibility of services \nYour Facilitator\nJasmeet Chagger RN\, BScN\, MSc \nJasmeet possesses a strong background in mental health and community engagement\, with notable experiences including inpatient mental health work at CAMH’s Schizophrenia Unit and five years on an ACT Team. Additionally\, she co-founded Soch Mental Health in 2015 and completed her Masters of Science in Nursing from McMaster University in 2018\, where her thesis focused on family perceptions of problem-drinking in the South Asian Punjabi Commmunity. \n \nYour Facilitator\nManeet Chahal-Gill RN\, BScN\, MSc \nManeet possesses a strong background in mental health and community engagement\, with notable experiences including inpatient mental health work at Sunnybrook’s adult mental health unit and five years on an ACT Team. Additionally\, she co-founded Soch Mental Health in 2015 and completed her Masters of Science in Nursing from McMaster University in 2018\, where her thesis focused on the South Asian Punjabi community’s access to mental health services in Brampton. \n \nThis training has been successfully provided to staff working at:
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/south-asian-mental-health-training-3/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241218T193000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20241105T155044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T155044Z
UID:3789-1732125600-1734550200@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Iravaatha Anma- South Asian Grief Support Group (Tamil Group)
DESCRIPTION:Register | பதிவு செய்யுங்கள் \nEmail: mitherayee @sochmentalhealth.com  \nOnly 10 spots. Must attend all sessions.  \nமின்னஞ்சல்: mitherayee @sochmentalhealth.com \n10 இடங்கள் மட்டுமே. ஒவ்வொரு அமர்வுகளிலும் கலந்து கொள்ள வேண்டும்.
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/iravaatha-anma-south-asian-grief-support-group-tamil-group/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20241120T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20241218T191500
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20240917T154946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241105T154406Z
UID:3738-1732125600-1734549300@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Akaal South Asian Grief Support Program (Punjabi Group)
DESCRIPTION:To register for the Akaal South Asian Grief Support program (Punjabi Group) please email info@sochmentalhealth.com. \nThere are a limited spots and attendees must come to all 5 sessions. \nਰਜਿਸਟਰ ਕਰਨ ਲਈ ਈਮੇਲ info@sochmentalhealth.com ਕਰੋ। \n10 ਲੋਕ ਰਜਿਸਟਰ ਕਰ ਸਕਦੇ ਹਨ। ਤੁਹਾਨੂੰ ਸਾਰੇ ਸੈਸ਼ਨਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਸ਼ਾਮਲ ਹੋਣਾ ਚਾਹੀਦਾ ਹੈ। \n 
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/akaal-south-asian-grief-support-program-fall-dates/
LOCATION:online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240611T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240611T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20240423T173752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240517T015040Z
UID:3222-1718110800-1718121600@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:South Asian Mental Health Training
DESCRIPTION:South Asian Mental Health Training\nJoin us in fostering a deeper understanding and creating a supportive environment for mental health within the South Asian community.\nTraining Learning Objectives\n1. Understanding what it means to be South Asian: Covering dialogue on diversity & inclusion\, cultural beliefs & values\, family dynamics\, & societal expectations. \n2. Understanding how mental health is perceived in South Asian families: Exploring the cultural stigmas surrounding mental illness and discussing the community’s current level of mental health knowledge and the impact of family honor. \n3. Gaining skills for successful mental health outcomes: Family-centered approach and using the South Asian language for mental health awareness\, and improving accessibility of services \nYour Facilitator\nJasmeet Chagger RN\, BScN\, MSc \nJasmeet possesses a strong background in mental health and community engagement\, with notable experiences including inpatient mental health work at CAMH’s Schizophrenia Unit and five years on an ACT Team. Additionally\, she co-founded Soch Mental Health in 2015 and completed her Masters of Science in Nursing from McMaster University in 2018\, where her thesis focused on family perceptions of problem-drinking in the South Asian Punjabi Commmunity. \n \nYour Facilitator\nManeet Chahal-Gill RN\, BScN\, MSc \nManeet possesses a strong background in mental health and community engagement\, with notable experiences including inpatient mental health work at Sunnybrook’s adult mental health unit and five years on an ACT Team. Additionally\, she co-founded Soch Mental Health in 2015 and completed her Masters of Science in Nursing from McMaster University in 2018\, where her thesis focused on the South Asian Punjabi community’s access to mental health services in Brampton. \n \nThis training has been successfully provided to staff working at:
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/south-asian-mental-health-training-2/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240509T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240523T191500
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20240430T165648Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T165648Z
UID:3303-1715277600-1716491700@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Balancing Baby & Business
DESCRIPTION:Networking with Like-Minded Mompreneurs: Connect with fellow South Asian women who share your experiences and aspirations. Build a supportive network to exchange insights\, resources\, and opportunities for growth both personally and professionally.\nThursday May 9\, 2024: Navigating Cultural Expectations \nGuest Facilitator: Mani Jassal \nThis session focuses on the unique challenges South Asian new moms face as business owners. We’ll discuss how cultural expectations intersect with entrepreneurship and motherhood\, share strategies for navigating these complexities and inspire one another to continue on this path of mompreunership. \nThursday May 16\, 2024: Managing Mom Guilt \nGuest Facilitator: Dr. Gursharan Virdee \nBeing a new mom while managing a business can often lead to feelings of guilt. In this session\, you will have an opportunity to share your feelings with other moms who feel the same way. We’ll explore practical strategies and mindset shifts to manage mom guilt and find balance between caring for your business and your baby. \nThursday May 23\, 2024: Self-Care Practices \nGuest Facilitator: Tahmina Hotak \nExplore ways to prioritize self-care amidst the whirlwind of caring for a baby and running a business. We will discuss practical ways in which we can nurture ourselves without feeling guilty. Participants will be treated to a special demonstration by a personal trainer who is also a mom running her own business. She’ll guide us through a short yet effective workout circuit designed specifically for new moms\, incorporating their babies into the routine.
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/balancing-baby-business/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240528T191500
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20240408T151202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T151202Z
UID:2785-1713895200-1716923700@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Akaal ਅਕਾਲ South Asian Grief Support Group
DESCRIPTION:To register for the Akaal South Asian Grief Support program please email info@sochmentalhealth.com. \nThere are a limited spots and attendees must come to all 6 sessions. \nਰਜਿਸਟਰ ਕਰਨ ਲਈ ਈਮੇਲ info@sochmentalhealth.com ਕਰੋ।  \n15 ਲੋਕ ਰਜਿਸਟਰ ਕਰ ਸਕਦੇ ਹਨ। ਤੁਹਾਨੂੰ ਸਾਰੇ ਸੈਸ਼ਨਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਸ਼ਾਮਲ ਹੋਣਾ ਚਾਹੀਦਾ ਹੈ। \n 
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/akaal-%e0%a8%85%e0%a8%95%e0%a8%be%e0%a8%b2-south-asian-grief-support-group-2/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240416T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240416T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20240222T152135Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240222T152135Z
UID:2629-1713272400-1713283200@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:South Asian Mental Health Training
DESCRIPTION:South Asian Mental Health Training\nJoin us in fostering a deeper understanding and creating a supportive environment for mental health within the South Asian community.\nTraining Learning Objectives\n1. Understanding what it means to be South Asian: Covering dialogue on diversity & inclusion\, cultural beliefs & values\, family dynamics\, & societal expectations. \n2. Understanding how mental health is perceived in South Asian families: Exploring the cultural stigmas surrounding mental illness and discussing the community’s current level of mental health knowledge and the impact of family honor. \n3. Gaining skills for successful mental health outcomes: Family-centered approach and using the South Asian language for mental health awareness\, and improving accessibility of services \n \nYour Facilitator\nManeet Chahal-Gill RN\, BScN\, MSc \nManeet possesses a strong background in mental health and community engagement\, with notable experiences including inpatient mental health work at Sunnybrook’s adult mental health unit and five years on an ACT Team. Additionally\, she co-founded Soch Mental Health in 2015 and completed her Masters of Science in Nursing from McMaster University in 2018\, where her thesis focused on the South Asian Punjabi community’s access to mental health services in Brampton. \n  \nThis training has been successfully provided to staff working at:
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/south-asian-mental-health-training/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231018T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231018T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20231004T172608Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T172746Z
UID:2501-1697653800-1697659200@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Fearless: A Short Film about Human Trafficking
DESCRIPTION:Join Soch Mental Health for the premiere of Fearless (Nirbhay\, Nidar) at the International Film Festival of South Asian. \nThis short film focuses on the subtle ways in which individuals may unknowingly become victims of human trafficking.  Fearless is filmed in Punjabi and Hindi with English subtitles. \nBring your parents and grandparents to this premiere so we can all learn about how human trafficking may impact the South Asian community in Canada. The screening will be followed by a panel discussion. \nDate: Wednesday October 18\, 2023 \nTime: 6:30pm EST \nLocation: Cineplex Cinemas Courtney Park\, 110 Courtneypark Dr E\, Mississauga\, Ontario \nClick here to get your FREE movie passes. \nWe hope to see you and your family on October 18th!
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/fearless-a-short-film-about-human-trafficking/
LOCATION:Cineplex Cinemas Courtney Park\, 110 Courtneypark Dr E\, Mississauga\, Cineplex Cinemas Courtney Park\, 110 Courtneypark Dr East\, Mississauga\, Ontario\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231012T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231116T191500
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20230921T185125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T185125Z
UID:2497-1697133600-1700162100@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Akaal ਅਕਾਲ South Asian Grief Support Group
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/akaal-%e0%a8%85%e0%a8%95%e0%a8%be%e0%a8%b2-south-asian-grief-support-group/
LOCATION:online
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230625T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230625T160000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20230608T112555Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230608T114508Z
UID:2452-1687687200-1687708800@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Suds Soap and Soch
DESCRIPTION:Please join us for our 1st Annual Charitable Car Wash in association with Queens Manor.  Click the event link to learn more and register!
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/suds-soap-and-soch/
LOCATION:Queens Manor Parking Lot\, 2 Auction Ln\, Brampton\, Ontario\, L6T 0C4\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230531T200000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230726T210000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20230508T171510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230530T022757Z
UID:2444-1685563200-1690405200@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Mann Da Sahara | ਮਨ ਦਾ ਸਹਾਰਾ |
DESCRIPTION:A Virtual\, Drop-In Support Group for South Asian International Students.  \n\nAre you a new student in Canada? ਕੀ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਕੈਨੇਡਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਨਵੇਂ ਵਿਦਿਆਰਥੀ ਹੋ|\nDo you want to meet other students and form your own community? ਕੀ ਤੁਸੀਂ ਹੋਰ ਵਿਦਿਆਰਥੀਆਂ ਨੂੰ ਮਿਲਣਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੇ ਹੋ ਅਤੇ ਆਪਣਾ ਕਮਿਊਨਿਟੀ ਬਣਾਉਣਾ ਚਾਹੁੰਦੇ ਹੋ|\nDo you have questions about “Canadian Life” but don’t know who to ask?  ਕੀ ਤੁਹਾਡੇ ਕੋਲ “ਕੈਨੇਡੀਅਨ ਲਾਈਫ” ਬਾਰੇ ਸਵਾਲ ਹਨ ਪਰ ਤੁਹਾਨੂੰ ਨਹੀਂ ਪਤਾ ਕਿ ਕਿਸ ਨੂੰ ਪੁੱਛਣਾ ਹੈ|\n\nJoin us for a virtual series where we will share stories\, answer your questions and learn from one another. ਇੱਕ ਵਰਚੁਅਲ ਸੀਰੀਜ਼ ਲਈ ਸਾਡੇ ਨਾਲ ਸ਼ਾਮਲ ਹੋਵੋ ਜਿੱਥੇ ਅਸੀਂ ਕਹਾਣੀਆਂ ਸਾਂਝੀਆਂ ਕਰਾਂਗੇ\, ਤੁਹਾਡੇ ਸਵਾਲਾਂ ਦੇ ਜਵਾਬ ਦੇਵਾਂਗੇ ਅਤੇ ਵਿਦਿਆਰਥੀ ਜੀਵਨ ਨੂੰ ਨੈਵੀਗੇਟ ਕਰਨ ਬਾਰੇ ਇੱਕ ਦੂਜੇ ਤੋਂ ਸਿੱਖਾਂਗੇ। | \nSessions will be facilitated in English & Punjabi. ਇਹ ਗਰੁੱਪ ਅੰਗਰੇਜ਼ੀ ਅਤੇ ਪੰਜਾਬੀ ਵਿੱਚ ਹੋਵੇਗਾ | \nThis series will be facilitated by Occupational Therapist Bani Ahuja who came to Canada as an international student. ਇਸ ਗਰੁੱਪ ਦੀ ਸਹੂਲਤ ਔਕੂਪੇਸ਼ਨਲ ਥੈਰੇਪਿਸਟ ਬਾਨੀ ਆਹੂਜਾ ਵੱਲੋਂ ਕੀਤੀ ਜਾਵੇਗੀ\, ਜੋ ਖੁਦ ਇੱਕ ਵਿਦਿਆਰਥੀ ਵਜੋਂ ਕੈਨੇਡਾ ਆਈ ਸੀ। \nTopics Include: \n\nImportance of Self-care ਆਪਣੇ ਆਪ ਦੀ ਦੇਖਭਾਲ ਕਰਨ ਦੀ ਮਹੱਤਤਾ |\nFood/Nutrition ਭੋਜਨ ਅਤੇ ਖੁਰਾਕ\nSocial & Leisure Activities ਤੁਹਾਡੀਆਂ ਮਨਪਸੰਦ ਗਤੀਵਿਧੀਆਂ ਅਤੇ ਸ਼ੌਕ\nInterpersonal Relationships ਕੰਮ ਅਤੇ ਨਿੱਜੀ ਰਿਸ਼ਤੇ\nWork/Life Balance ਕੰਮ ਅਤੇ ਜੀਵਨ ਸੰਤੁਲਨ\nJob readiness ਨੌਕਰੀ ਦੀ ਤਿਆਰੀ\nStrategies to manage mood and understanding symptoms of depression and anxiety. ਤੁਹਾਡੇ ਵੱਖੋ-ਵੱਖਰੇ ਮੂਡਾਂ ਦਾ ਪ੍ਰਬੰਧਨ ਕਰਨ ਦੇ ਤਰੀਕੇ ਅਤੇ ਉਦਾਸੀ ਅਤੇ ਚਿੰਤਾ ਬਾਰੇ ਗੱਲਬਾਤ | 
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/mann-da-sahara-%e0%a8%ae%e0%a8%a8-%e0%a8%a6%e0%a8%be-%e0%a8%b8%e0%a8%b9%e0%a8%be%e0%a8%b0%e0%a8%be/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230528T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230528T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20230502T140049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T140049Z
UID:2438-1685269800-1685273400@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Harmony & Heritage: Phulkari & Gratitude Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a Phulkari Colouring Activity and learn more about how to use cultural elements like meditation and art to practice gratitude in your daily life. \nBring your parents and grandparents and spend the morning tuning into your inner child by coloring together\, focusing on the power of breath and learning some gratitude exercises. \nThis workshop will be facilitated in English and Punjabi. No art experience needed. Supplies will be provided. \nThe Phulkari colouring activity will be led by Brampton based artist Harman Grewal. 
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/harmony-heritage-phulkari-gratitude-workshop/
LOCATION:Brampton Library – Cyril Clark Branch\, 20 Loafers Lake Lane\, Brampton\, Ontario\, L6Z 1X9\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230507T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230507T110000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20230427T010130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230427T010130Z
UID:2433-1683453600-1683457200@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Strong Moms. Strong Minds. Movement & Mental Health Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Mother’s Day group class – customized for moms and focused on building functional strength and improving overall well-being. \nDiscover small lifestyle changes that will empower you to live your best life. Give yourself and your mom the gift of wellness this Mother’s Day at Elevate Nation. \nAll ages and experience levels are welcome. Please wear comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle. We will have a fun morning moving our bodies and learning about the important connection between physical health and mental wellness. \nSo\, bring your moms\, chachis\, thayees and bibis and get moving as a family! \nClick on the link below to register
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/strong-moms-strong-minds-movement-mental-health-workshop/
LOCATION:Elevate Nation 241 Trade Valley Dr\, Elevate Nation 241 Trade Valley Dr\, Brampton\, Ontario\, L4H 3N5\, Canada
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230425T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230425T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20230420T011441Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230420T011441Z
UID:2425-1682449200-1682452800@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Punjabi Workshop - Coping with My Child’s Diagnosis
DESCRIPTION:The focus of this virtual workshop is to explore how parents and caregivers have been coping with the mental health implications of having to care for someone with an autism diagnosis. This workshop will explore healthy and unhealthy coping strategies.  \nCore themes of this workshop may include perceptions of self-care in the South Asian community\, family boundaries\, and communication\, & societal perceptions of gender-related caregiver roles. \nClick on the link below to register \nਇਸ ਕਲਾਸ ਵਿਚ ਅਸੀਂ ਇਸ ਬਾਰੇ ਵਿਚਾਰ ਕਰਾਂਗੇ ਕਿ ਅਸੀਂ ਆਪਣੇ ਬੱਚੇ ਦੀ ਦੇਖਭਾਲ ਕਰਦੇ ਸਮੇਂ ਆਪਣੀ ਦੇਖਭਾਲ ਕਿਵੇਂ ਕਰ ਰਹੇ ਹਾਂ | \n 
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/punjabi-workshop-coping-with-my-childs-diagnosis/
LOCATION:Ontario
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230416T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230416T113000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20230410T134532Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230410T134603Z
UID:2406-1681641000-1681644600@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Food & Your Mood
DESCRIPTION:Let’s admit it\, as first generation South Asian Canadians\, we have taken our Desi remedies for granted. However\, we all know that they work – your mom and grandma were right! \nJoin us for a fun morning where we will share stories about the remedies that have been passed down in our families while learning about the connection of South Asian nutrition on our gut\, mood and overall mental wellbeing. \nThis workshop will be facilitated by Soch co-founders and registered nurses Jasmeet Chagger and Maneet Chahal-Gill.
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/food-your-mood/
LOCATION:Gore Meadows Community Centre & Library 10150 The Gore Road Community Room #3 Brampton\, ON L6P 0A6
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230402T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230402T150000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20230315T210501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230315T210850Z
UID:2401-1680440400-1680447600@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:Henna Wellness Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Soch’s “Henna Wellness Workshop” will expose community members to the meditative and creative potential of the henna art form! Participants will learn about the origins and wellness benefits of henna\, practice proper techniques for applying henna using templates and receive a step-by-step demonstration of a henna design to apply on themselves or a postcard. This is also an opportunity to meet new people and make new friends! The workshop is open to all ages\, all materials are provided and no prior experience with henna is required. The workshop will be held in-person at Springdale Public Library on April 2nd from 1-3PM. Who knows— henna just might be your new favourite hobby 🙌 \n 
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/henna-wellness-workshop/
LOCATION:Brampton Library\, Springdale Branch 10705 Bramalea Road\, Brampton
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230321T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230321T200000
DTSTAMP:20260430T140241
CREATED:20230309T200251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230309T200549Z
UID:2397-1679421600-1679428800@www.sochmentalhealth.com
SUMMARY:South Asian Punjabi Gambling Awareness Town Hall
DESCRIPTION:Soch and Responsible Gambling Council have partnered to bring mental health awareness about gambling harm prevention in the South Asian Punjabi community. After holding several informational booths at local gurdwaras\, both organizations are now hosting a community Town Hall to further the conversation about this important topic. \nThis conversation will be moderated by Harjot Ghumman and will be facilitated in Punjabi and English. \nThe Town Hall will feature the following experts to dive deeper into the conversation about gambling harm prevention in the Punjabi community: \n\n Baldev Mutta- CEO of Punjabi Community Health Services\n Dr. Jagtaran Dhaliwal\, MD\, Community Psychiatrist\nGuljar Singh- Addictions Worker and Spiritual Counsellor (MA\, CCACF)\n\nCommunity agencies will be present at this event to provide information to the community about mental health and addiction supports. \nLight refreshments will be provided. \nPlease register for this free event below. \n 
URL:https://www.sochmentalhealth.com/events/south-asian-punjabi-gambling-awareness-town-hall/
LOCATION:Springdale Library\, 10705 Bramalea Rd\, Brampton\, Ontario\, L6R 0C1\, Canada
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