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This year’s theme, "Celebrating Migrant and Refugee Justice Champions," is especially timely, as support for migrant and refugee communities is more critical than ever across the West, particularly in - [June 2025 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/june-2025-newsletter/) - [May 2025 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/may-2025-newsletter/) - [April 2025 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/april-2025-newsletter/) - [March 2025 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/march-2025-newsletter/) - [February 2025 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/february-2025-newsletter/) - [December 2024 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/december-2024-newsletter/) - [November 2024 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/november-2024-newsletter/) - [October 2024 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/october-2024-newsletter/) - [September 2024 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/september-2024-newsletter/) - [July 2024 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/july-2024-newsletter/) - [August 2024 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/august-2024-newsletter/) - [June 2024 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/june-2024-newsletter/) - [Lack of Supports and Quality Education](https://www.cassa.ca/lack-of-supports-and-quality-education/) - The Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) is tasked with facilitating the settlement of immigrants and refugees in Canada, aiming to promote successful integration into social, cultural, civic, and economic life. Its settlement programs are designed to eliminate barriers to participation by providing essential support services, including employment information, crisis counseling, childcare, language training, and - [Addressing the Information Gap for International Students in Canada](https://www.cassa.ca/addressing-the-information-gap-for-international-students-in-canada/) - While Canada is celebrated for its welcoming and inclusive ethos, a significant information gap exists regarding the realities faced by international students, particularly from South Asia. Both governmental bodies and private institutions play a crucial role in obscuring the truth, sharing incomplete information, and manipulating narratives that can mislead prospective students. This lack of holistic - [Cheap Labour](https://www.cassa.ca/cheap-labour/) - The role of international students in Canada’s economy has become a contentious issue, particularly regarding their status as a source of both inexpensive labor and significant revenue. In a recent press conference, Marc Miller, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, highlighted the exploitation of these students, who are often willing to work in excess - [The Economic Impact and Challenges of International Students](https://www.cassa.ca/the-economic-impact-and-challenges-of-international-students/) - In recent years, international students have become essential contributors to Canada’s post-secondary education system, significantly impacting the national economy. According to a report on the Economic Impact of International Students, these students and their visiting families contributed a remarkable $37.3 billion in total annual expenditures in 2022, resulting in a $30.9 billion increase to Canada’s - [The Housing Crisis in Canada: International Students as a Scapegoat](https://www.cassa.ca/the-housing-crisis-in-canada-international-students-as-a-scapegoat/) - As Canada grapples with a significant housing crisis, a growing narrative has emerged that attributes the housing crunch to immigration. This perspective not only oversimplifies a complex issue but also unfairly scapegoats international students who contribute to the socio-economic fabric of the nation. Understanding the underlying causes of the housing crisis, alongside the unique challenges - [The Rising Anti-International Sentiment in Canada: A Critical Examination](https://www.cassa.ca/the-rising-anti-international-sentiment-in-canada-a-critical-examination/) - Canada prides itself on being a welcoming and inclusive nation, yet recent years have witnessed a troubling surge in anti-international student sentiment, particularly targeting South Asian students. The enrollment of international students in Canadian post-secondary institutions has more than doubled over the past decade, increasing from 142,200 in 2010/2011 to 388,800 in 2019/2020, with a - [Addressing the Mental Health Crisis Among South Asian International Students in Canada](https://www.cassa.ca/addressing-the-mental-health-crisis-among-south-asian-international-students-in-canada/) - While studies suggest that international students report lower rates of mental health issues compared to their domestic peers, the alarming rise in suicide rates among South Asian international students in Canada tells a different story. Reports indicate a growing incidence of suicide among South Asian students, particularly within the Punjabi community in Canada. The reported - [May 2024 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/may-2024-newsletter/) - [April 2024 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/april-2024-newsletter/) - [March 2024 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/march-2024-newsletter/) - [Mental Health & International Students](https://www.cassa.ca/mental-health-international-students/) - Mental health might be the last thing that an international student considers when they embark on their new journey to study in Canada. At the very beginning, it might be very exciting to get a chance to come to Canada to fulfill their dream, but facing the reality often is overwhelming for students. They often - [Roots and Wings: Navigating Identity for Second-Gen Immigrants in Canada](https://www.cassa.ca/roots-and-wings-navigating-identity-for-second-gen-immigrants-in-canada/) - There are multiple challenges that newcomer parents encounter with raising their second-generation children—challenges that end up shaping their children's mindsets. In search of a better life for their children, parents make life-changing sacrifices, which many second-generation children often express to be guilt-tripping causing identity crises, deep-rooted pressures to preserve their cultural heritage at the cost - [CASSA’s 2nd annual Social Justice Summit held on March 4th, 2024](https://www.cassa.ca/cassas-2nd-annual-social-justice-summit-held-on-march-4th-2024/) - CASSA’s 2nd annual Social Justice Summit was held on Monday, March 4th, 2024 and thanks to CASSA’s team, incredible speakers and enthusiastic attendees was a huge success! Our summit not only provided our attendees with tools, resources, and crucial knowledge, relating to colonialism, hate, discrimination, and allyship to indigenous populations, among others, it also provided - [February 2024 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/february-2024-newsletter/) - [Mindful Moments Gathered by CASSA](https://www.cassa.ca/mindful-moments-gathered-by-cassa/) - (A positive step towards the wellbeing) In our fast-paced world, finding moments of peace and stillness is essential for maintaining overall well-being. At the CASSA office (705 Progress Avenue), we provide unique opportunities to experience mindfulness through comprehensive sessions that incorporate yoga, breathing exercises, face yoga, and meditation. Whether you prefer to join in person - [Voices Unheard: the shadows of border harassment for racialized women](https://www.cassa.ca/voices-unheard-the-shadows-of-border-harassment-for-racialized-women-2/) - Sajia Rahman, an international student from Bangladesh came to Vancouver to pursue her Master's in Data Science in the year of 2021. She came from an eminent Muslim family and she wears hijab as part of her practice. After a few months of coming to Canada she landed a job at Sobeys, one of the - [December 2023 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/december-2023-newsletter/) - [CASSA Achieves Charitable Status!](https://www.cassa.ca/cassa-achieves-charitable-status/) - January, 2024 Dear CASSA Community,We are thrilled to announce a significant milestone in our journey towards creating a more inclusive and empowered future for South Asian communities. The Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) has recently been granted charitable status, marking a pivotal moment in our commitment to advancing social justice and racial equity. - [CASSA's Remarkable Year: A Recap of the 2023 Annual General Meeting](https://www.cassa.ca/cassas-remarkable-year-a-recap-of-the-2023-annual-general-meeting/) - The Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) recently held its Annual General Meeting (AGM) on November 28, 2023, at its office located at 705 Progress Ave, Toronto. The meeting presided over by Bharat Saini, Chair of the CASSA Board of Directors, highlighted the organization's significant achievements and plans for expansion. The program started at - [The issue of online hate.](https://www.cassa.ca/the-issue-of-online-hate/) - The issue of online hate. By: Maryam Faisal Two years ago, when Brenton Tarrant charged into a mosque in Christchurch and live-streamed it on Facebook, uproarious calls for change and admonishing of online platforms came to the forefront. Since then, surveys showed that online hate speech was on the rise. In particular, 52% of Muslims - [The weight of my loneliness](https://www.cassa.ca/the-weight-of-my-loneliness/) - Listening to a song on the radio opened the floodgates that had been brimming for the last few hours. I was thinking of a rare sweet moment from my childhood. My sister and I were staying over at my grandmother’s house for a few nights, and she showed us the box of video cassettes of - [Tasnuva's Story](https://www.cassa.ca/tasnuvas-story/) - Systems always fail me.As a neurodivergent individual and executive dysfunction, I thrive off having systems and structures inplace.Yet - because of all my intersecting identities, the systems and structures in place, just don’t work for me.I’ve spent my life questioning, breaking, disrupting, resisting, brainstorming, prototyping, designing,and creating structures for every aspect of my life to - [Joseph's Story](https://www.cassa.ca/josephs-story/) - When Joseph was just 10, he, his mother, and two siblings fled Ghana, escaping the shadows of gender-based persecution due to his mother's marginalized status in the country. They arrived in Canada filled with hope, seeking asylum and a fresh start. Four years on, the hope has dimmed. War in Ghana has claimed their assets, - [What does Hijab mean to me?](https://www.cassa.ca/what-does-hijab-mean-to-me/) - hijab is me and I am hijab my most important identity is my faith. It comes above anything else to me, hijab is my way of being Muslim in the world. how we feel about things fluctuates and changes over time And the reality is some days I wear it because I love being a - [Being Invisible While Being Hyper-visible in Quebec: The Experience of a Hijabi Student](https://www.cassa.ca/being-invisible-while-being-hyper-visible-in-quebec-the-experience-of-a-hijabi-student/) - “I am invisible, understand, simply because people refuse to see me…. When they approach me they see only my surroundings, themselves, or figments of their imagination, indeed, everything and anything except me.” ―R. Ellison, Invisible Man (1952, p. xxvi) I attended a prestigious university in Quebec for my undergraduate degree, which hosted students and professors - [12th Annual Health Equity Summit: Spotlight on Health Disparities among Three Youth Groups in Canada](https://www.cassa.ca/12th-annual-health-equity-summit/) - On Tuesday, November 7, 2023, CASSA hosted its 12th Annual Health Equity Summit, themed 'South Asian Youth Perspective on Health Equity & Inclusion,' at the Centennial College Progress Campus Event Centre from 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM. Committed to cultivating a healthier and more equitable society, we strategically centered the Summit on three distinct populations - [November 2023 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/november-2023-newsletter/) - [October 2023 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/october-2023-newsletter/) - [Supporting our Children and Youth at a Time of Crisis](https://www.cassa.ca/supporting-our-children-and-youth-at-a-time-of-crisis/) - At CASSA our mission is to facilitate economic, social, political, and cultural empowerment by serving as a resource for information, research, mobilization, service delivery coordination, and leadership on social justice issues affecting our communities. This includes issues of trauma, violence, Islamophobia, and Antisemitism which have risen in the past weeks. We aim to create social - [Promoting Diversity and Inclusion: CASSA's Intercultural Collaborative Project](https://www.cassa.ca/promoting-diversity-and-inclusion-cassas-intercultural-collaborative-project/) - In a world that is becoming increasingly diverse, fostering intercultural collaboration and challenging racism and discrimination is vital for building stronger and more inclusive communities. The Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) has taken a significant step in this direction with the successful implementation of its Intercultural Collaborative project in the Greater Toronto Area - [Empowering South Asian: A Spotlight on ASAAP](https://www.cassa.ca/empowering-south-asian-a-spotlight-on-asaap/) - In a world that is increasingly recognizing the importance of inclusivity and diversity, organizations like the Alliance for South Asian AIDS Prevention (ASAAP) play a crucial role in ensuring that marginalized communities receive the support, resources, and advocacy they deserve. ASAAP, based in Toronto, Canada, is a dynamic organization dedicated to addressing the unique needs - [September 2023 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/september-2023-newsletter/) - [UN Human Rights Council's Universal Periodic Review of Human Rights in Canada](https://www.cassa.ca/un-human-rights-councils-universal-periodic-review-of-human-rights-in-canada/) - The Executive Director of CASSA, Samya Hasan, recently traveled to Geneva along with the organizations Color of Poverty-Color of Change and South Asian Legal Health Clinic Ontario (SALCO) to participate in the UN Human Rights Council's Universal Periodic Review of Human Rights in Canada. This trip marked a significant milestone for our organization; We would - [Introduction to The Legal Education for Refuge Women toolkit](https://www.cassa.ca/introduction-to-the-legal-education-for-refuge-women-toolkit/) - The Legal Education for Refuge Women toolkit was introduced in 2020. CASSA’s ‘Legal Education for Refugee Women’ Toolkit aims to bridge the various barriers that stand in the way of refugee women integrating into their communities by helping them understand their rights and responsibilities in Canada and giving them the information needed to advocate for - [August 2023 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/august-2023-newsletter/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/CASSA_s-August-2023-Newsletter.pdf" title="CASSA_s August 2023 Newsletter."] - [THE GBV toolkit: A Silent Pandemic within a Pandemic](https://www.cassa.ca/the-gbv-toolkit-a-silent-pandemic-within-a-pandemic/) - The gender-based toolkit is the result of a national community-based research study on gender-based violence (GBV) in the Canadian South Asian community. It has been led by the Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) in collaboration with the following partners: the South Asian Legal Clinic of Ontario (SALCO) and the South Asian Women's Rights - [Addressing the Refugee Crisis in Toronto: Challenges and Collaborative Solutions](https://www.cassa.ca/addressing-the-refugee-crisis-in-toronto-challenges-and-collaborative-solutions/) - As a destination for newcomers seeking a fresh start, Toronto has long provided opportunities for newcomers. However, in recent years, the city has faced a growing refugee crisis, with an increasing number of individuals seeking shelter and support. This blog post aims to shed light on the refugee crisis in Toronto, exploring the challenges faced - [July 2023 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/july-2023-newsletter/) - [June 2023 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/june-2023-newsletter/) - [Bill 21: Targeting Racial and Religious Minorities in Canada](https://www.cassa.ca/bill-21-targeting-racial-and-religious-minorities-in-canada/) - “Policies Perpetuating Systemic Racism" is a 10-month-long project funded by the Canada Race Relations Foundation through the Anti-Racism Fund. This initiative delves into the detrimental effects of three legislations in Canada: Quebec's Bill 21, formerly known as the "Zero Tolerance for Barbaric Cultural Practices Act," and the immigration status contingency of the Canada Child Benefit. - [Celebrating Canada Day: Reflecting on the Significance of a Nation's Journey](https://www.cassa.ca/celebrating-canada-day-reflecting-on-the-significance-of-a-nations-journey/) - Canada Day celebrated on July 1st of each year, holds a special place in the hearts of Canadians across the globe. It is a day of immense significance; it marks the birth of a nation and commemorates the rich history, diverse culture, and shared values of the Canadian people. As we delve into the significance - [Celebrating South Asian Heritage Month: Honoring Diversity and Resilience](https://www.cassa.ca/celebrating-south-asian-heritage-month-honoring-diversity-and-resilience/) - Canada announced that May will be South Asian Heritage Month. The theme chosen for Asian Heritage Month 2023 is "Stories of Determination." This theme captures the tremendous progress made by Asian communities in Canada over the past two centuries and beyond, highlighting their resilience in the face of challenges. Despite enduring hardships and setbacks, their - [Building a Stronger Community: Combating Hate through #Eradicate2.0](https://www.cassa.ca/building-a-stronger-community-combating-hate-through-eradicate2-0/) - At the core of this project lies a crucial mission - to tackle hate and promote inclusivity within our community. As stakeholders and individuals who deeply care about the well-being of our society, it is essential to understand the importance of this initiative and the impact it can have on our collective future. The #EradicateHate - [May 2023 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/may-2023-newsletter/) - [April 2023 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/april-2023-newsletter/) - [TDSB Adopts Islamophobia Strategy: A Step Towards Inclusivity](https://www.cassa.ca/tdsb-adopts-islamophobia-strategy-a-step-towards-inclusivity/) - As a result of growing concerns over the rise of hate crimes targeting Muslim communities in Canada, the Toronto District School Board (TDSB) adopted a strategy to combat Islamophobia in its schools on April 26, 2023. A unanimous vote of TDSB trustees approved the strategy, which outlines measures to address hate speech and discrimination, educate - [Babies of Immigrant Parents in Low-Income Neighborhoods Born Healthier: Study Challenges Stereotypes](https://www.cassa.ca/babies-of-immigrant-parents-in-low-income-neighborhoods-born-healthier-study-challenges-stereotypes/) - Throughout Canada's history, immigration has played a pivotal role and continues to be a significant contributor to its economy and diversity. Approximately 38 million people live in Canada as of 2021, of whom over 22% are foreign-born. Immigrants have been welcomed in great numbers in recent years. There were over 340,000 new permanent residents admitted - [TTC Hate Crime Incidents](https://www.cassa.ca/ttc-hate-crime-incidents/) - The number of hate attacks on the Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) has increased at an alarming rate since the end of 2022. In December 2022, there were 145 incidents, 45% more than in November 2022. Since December, hate incidents on the TTC have increased. Within 9 days of January 2023, 11 hate incidents were reported - [The Hate Crime Reporting Project](https://www.cassa.ca/the-hate-crime-reporting-project/) - CASSA's Hate Crime Reporting Project is funded by the Safe & Vital Community Grant. Through the project, CASSA sought to assess the perceptions, understandings, and experiences of four communities - Toronto, Ottawa, York, and Peel - concerning hate crimes, hate incidents, and their reporting experiences. The project was centered on reducing local risk, crime, and - [March 2023 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/march-2023-newsletter/) - [February 2023 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/february-2023-newsletter/) - [Community organization launches report on police-reported hate crimes](https://www.cassa.ca/community-organization-launches-report-on-police-reported-hate-crimes/) - Community organization releases data on police-reported hate crimes and launches public awareness campaign. The Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) announces the publication of the report for its Hate Crime Reporting Project (HCRP). The report details the project’s overview, methodology, findings, and recommendations for police service. CASSA thanks contributing community members, collaborating partners and - [December 2020 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/december-2020/) - [November 2020 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/november-2020/) - [October 2020 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/october-2020-newsletter/) - [January 2022 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/january-2022-newsletter-2/) - [December 2022 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/december-2022-newsletter/) - [February 2022 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/february-2022-newsletter/) - [July 2022 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/july-2022-newsletter/) - [June 2022 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/june-2022-newsletter/) - [March 2022 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/march-2022-newsletter/) - [April 2022 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/april-2022-newsletter/) - [October 2021 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/october-2021-newsletter-2/) - [February 2021 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/february-2021/) - [January 2021 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/january-2021/) - [March 2021 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/march-2021-newsletter/) - [April 2021 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/april-2021-newsletter/) - [May 2021 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/may-2021-newsletter/) - [June 2021 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/june-2021-newsletter/) - [July 2021 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/july-2021-newsletter/) - [August 2021 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/august-2021-newsletter/) - [September 2021 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/september-2021-newsletter/) - [November 2021 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/october-2021-newsletter/) - [December 2021 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/december-2021-newsletter/) - [August 2022 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/august-2022-newsletter/) - [September 2022 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/september-newsletter-2022/) - [October 2022 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/october-2022-newsletter/) - [November 2022 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/november-2022-newsletter/) - [January 2019 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/gfdhfgh/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/JAN-2019-Newsletter.pdf" title="JAN 2019 Newsletter"] - [February 2019 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/february-2019-newsletter/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/Feb-2019-newsletter.pdf" title="Feb 2019 newsletter"] - [March 2019 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/march-2019-newsletter/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/march-2019-newsletter.pdf" title="march 2019 newsletter"] - [April 2019 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/april-2019-newsletter/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/April-2019-newsletter.pdf" title="April 2019 newsletter"] - [May 2019 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/may-2019-newsletter/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/may-2019-newsletter.pdf" title="may 2019 newsletter"] - [June 2019 Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/june-2019-newsletter/) - [pdf-embedder url="https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2020/10/June-2019-newsletter.pdf" title="June 2019 newsletter"] - [CASSA's Members](https://www.cassa.ca/cassas-members/) - CASSA's Member Organizations: Afghan Women’s Organization Agincourt Community Services Association (ACSA) – Newcomers’ Centre Agricultural Workers Alliance Alliance for South Asians AIDS Prevention (ASAAP) Alternative Youth Centre for Employment (AYCE) Alzheimer Society of Toronto Art Gallery of Mississauga (AGM) Bangladeshi-Canadian Community Services (BCS) Birchmount Bluffs Neighbourhood Centre (BBNC) Bloor Information & Life Skills Centre Blue - [Employment Difficulties for South Asian Immigrants in Canada](https://www.cassa.ca/employment-difficulties-for-south-asian-immigrants-in-canada/) - Canada is a top spot for many South Asian immigrants to migrate to in search of a better life. However, upon arrival, many South Asian immigrants in Canada face a myriad of barriers and challenges in their search of decent and meaningful employment opportunities that are in line with their educational and professional work experiences. - [The Presence of Anti-Blackness in the Muslim Community](https://www.cassa.ca/the-presence-of-anti-blackness-in-the-muslim-community/) - The Presence of Anti-Blackness in the Muslim Community By: Eman Zahid يَـٰٓأَيُّهَا ٱلَّذِينَ ءَامَنُوا۟ كُونُوا۟ قَوَّٰمِينَ بِٱلْقِسْطِ شُهَدَآءَ لِلَّهِ وَلَوْ عَلَىٰٓ أَنفُسِكُمْ أَوِ ٱلْوَٰلِدَيْنِ وَٱلْأَقْرَبِينَ ۚ O believers! Stand firm for justice as witnesses for Allah even if it is against yourselves, your parents, or close relatives. The Holy Quran (4:135) The Black Lives Matter - [Barriers Facing Refugees in Canada](https://www.cassa.ca/barriers-facing-refugees-in-canada/) - Written by: Yomna Omar War, conflict, climate change, among other factors have been resulting in massive unprecedented displacement leaving behind millions of displaced and refugee persons. This has been witnessed all around the world, whether around the Middle East, Asia, Central America or South America. Refugees arriving in Canada come with the hope of a - [South Asian Vaccine Engagement Collaborative (SAVEC)](https://www.cassa.ca/south-asian-vaccine-engagement-collaborative-savec/) - In order to increase COVID-19 testing, vaccine confidence, and access among South Asian communities in Toronto, a group of 12 non-profit organizations came together and formed the South Asian Vaccine Engagement Collaborative (SAVEC). This collaborative aims to work with South Asian community members, agencies, and media outlets to develop population-specific and culturally relevant strategies to - [The Coalition for Racial Equity in Education](https://www.cassa.ca/the-coalition-for-racial-equity-in-education/) - To make the education system more equitable for Muslim students and staff, the Equity in Education project aims to empower Muslim high school students and their parents with advocacy skills. Naima Raza, the Equity in Education Project’s former manager states “The reason why this project is so important is that it focuses on grassroots change- - [What does partnership mean to CASSA?](https://www.cassa.ca/what-does-partnership-mean-to-cassa/) - As an umbrella organization of agencies, groups, and individuals serving the South Asian community, the Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) strives to become a resource for information, research, mobilization, coordination, and leadership on social justice issues affecting the South Asian communities. As part of its mission, CASSA works to create social change by - [Canadian Tire & Gender-Based Violence](https://www.cassa.ca/canadian-tire-gender-based-violence/) - It was around 6 p.m. on September 19th, 2022 that a woman was fatally stabbed at a Canadian Tire in Heartland Mississauga. The 22-year-old victim, Chandanpreet Kaur, was stabbed by her husband of 3 years Charanjeet Singh, 26 years old. Charanjeet Singh has been arrested for the first-degree murder of his wife. With grieving hearts, - [Indigenous Truth & Reconciliation Day](https://www.cassa.ca/indigenous-truth-reconciliation-day/) - From 1831 to 1998, there were 140 residential schools run by the federal government across Canada. In 2021, the Government of Canada acknowledged September 30th as Indigenous Truth and Reconciliation Day, also known as Orange Shirt Day. The orange shirt symbolizes the removal of culture, freedom, and self-esteem from Indigenous children. As a result of - [Pakistan Floods 2022](https://www.cassa.ca/pakistan-floods-2022/) - It was believed that the 2010 floods were one of the worst Pakistan had ever experienced, where around 20 million people were affected; at the time, they were known as the "superfloods.” Now, almost a decade later, Pakistan is, yet again, dealing with floods which are considered to be one of the greatest humanitarian crises - [Understanding of Toxic Masculinity and its Impact on Gender-Based Violence and Intimate Partner Violence in South Asian Communities in Canada](https://www.cassa.ca/understanding-of-toxic-masculinity-and-its-impact-on-gender-based-violence-and-intimate-partner-violence-in-south-asian-communities-in-canada/) - Over the years, CASSA has initiated a shift in its priorities to focus more on contemporary issues in South Asian communities. One of these priorities is addressing gender-based violence in the South Asian community. To address this priority, CASSA began a three-year project officially known as “Understanding of Toxic Masculinity and its Impact on Gender-Based - [Anti-Hate Community Leaders' Group Members](https://www.cassa.ca/anti-hate-community-leaders-group-members/) - Across Boundaries Alliance for South Asian AIDS Prevention Anela Jadunandan Bernie Farber Canadian Anti-Hate Network Canadian Arab Federation Canadian Centre for Victims of Torture Canadian Muslim Vote Catholic Crosscultural Services Chinese and Southeast Asian Legal Clinic Chinese Canadian National Council - Toronto Chapter City of Toronto - Confronting Anti-Black Racism Unit Colour of Poverty - - [Season 1: Anti-Hate Series](https://www.cassa.ca/4019-2/) - Part 1: Anti-Asian Racism Amid COVID-19 - https://youtu.be/nPSpf8mth_U Part 2: State of Islamophobia - https://youtu.be/fiP9AdQziDk Part 3: Anti-Black Racism in Healthcare during Covid-19 - https://youtu.be/r2JqBlicbdQ Part 4: Rise of White Supremacy and the Far-right - https://youtu.be/pAuKaqq8n-k Part 5: Racism within Racialized Communities and Need for Solidarity - https://youtu.be/k1ZAwkfWa2w Part 6: Discussing Anti-Racism with Elders - ## Pages - [Home](https://www.cassa.ca/) - The Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) is an umbrella organization of agencies, groups, and individuals that provide services to the South Asian Community. We envision and strive for a Canada free of all forms of discrimination - [Opportunities](https://www.cassa.ca/opportunities/) - Check out soon for new opportunities. - [#EradicateHate 2.0](https://www.cassa.ca/eradicatehate-2-0/) - About #EradicateHate 2.0 is an adaptation of the #EradicateHate Toolkit specifically for children and youth in Ontario. The goal of this Toolkit is to create interactive and relevant content for children and youth which will raise awareness about the impact of online hate and the harm it can cause to individuals and communities and provide - [Membership](https://www.cassa.ca/membership/) - Become a Member of CASSA The Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) is Canada’s national umbrella organization dedicated to advancing equity, social justice, and collective action for South Asian communities. Through advocacy, research, capacity building, partnerships, and community engagement, CASSA works alongside organizations and individuals to create stronger, more inclusive communities. By becoming a - [Donate](https://www.cassa.ca/donate/) - Play Video Build an inclusive Canada, one donation at a time By supporting CASSA with your generous donation, you are supporting Canada’s diverse South Asian communities and helping empower research, mobilization, coordination and leadership on social justice issues affecting the community. Donate Today The Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) is an umbrella organization - [Staff](https://www.cassa.ca/staff/) - Samya Hasan EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Samya Hasan has been with the Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) since 2015 and has served as Executive Director since 2017. In this role, she provides strategic leadership on anti-racism, anti-hate, health equity, civic engagement, and systems-change initiatives impacting South Asian and other racialized communities across Canada. Through her - [SRH for Queer South Asians](https://www.cassa.ca/srh-for-queer-south-asians/) - Why this matters If you’re queer and South Asian, your healthcare experiences matter — and they haven’t been studied enough. Until now. Many LGBTQIA+ South Asians in Canada describe walking into a doctor’s office and immediately code-switching. Hiding who they are. Bracing for judgment. Leaving without the care they actually needed. Whether it was a - [Members with CASSA](https://www.cassa.ca/members-with-cassa/) - Alliance for South Asian AIDS Prevention (ASAAP) ASAAP is committed to providing culturally responsive holistic health promotion and support services for people from SAMEIC (South Asian, Middle Eastern, Indo-Caribbean) and other related communities who are LGBTQ+ and/or living with, at risk of, or affected by HIV and related health conditions. Our services are offered in - [Taking the Honour Out of 'Honour-Based Violence'](https://www.cassa.ca/taking-the-honour-out-of-honour-based-violence/) - About this Project ‘Honour-based violence’ refers to acts of abuse committed by individuals or groups who believe a person, most often a family member, has brought shame or dishonour to the family or community. These acts, carried out to restore perceived honour, disproportionately affect women and girls, although men, boys, and LGBTQIA2S+ individuals can also - [Informative session](https://www.cassa.ca/informative-session/) - [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Advocacy-in-Action.pdf”] Download pdf [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Pregnancys-Hidden-Impact-Cardiovascular-and-Dementia-Risk-2-1.pdf”] Download pdf [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Bring-Your-Own-Bylaws-1-1.pdf”] Download pdf [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Communications-Digital-Strategy-Consulting-for-Immigrant-and-Refugee-Serving-Organizations.pdf”] Download pdf [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Connect-Collaborate-Networking-Event_.pdf”] Download pdf [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Legal-Insights.pdf”] Download pdf [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Mental-Health-Well-being-South-Asian-Perspective-Jan27.pdf”] Download pdf [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Promote-Iron-Prevent-Anemia-and-TVO-Digital-Learning.pdf”] Download pdf [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Grant-Writing-1.0.pdf”] Download pdf [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Grant-Writing-2.0.pdf”] Download pdf [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Digital-Engagement-Everyday-AI.pdf”] Download pdf - [Sexual & Reproductive Health for South Asian Newcomer Women](https://www.cassa.ca/sexual-reproductive-health-for-south-asian-newcomer-women/) - About this Project CASSA is leading a three-year community-based research project titled Breaking Barriers: Improving Access to Sexual and Reproductive Health Services for South Asian Newcomer Women. This research focuses on the experiences of South Asian newcomer women—particularly immigrants and refugees who have arrived in Canada within the past five years—and the challenges they face - [Racialized Health Working Group Initiative](https://www.cassa.ca/racialized-health-working-group-initiative/) - About the Racialized Health Working Group Racialized populations in Ontario are among the fastest-growing demographic groups, yet they continue to experience significant health disparities that place a considerable strain on the province’s health and social services. The COVID-19 pandemic has only deepened these inequities, highlighting the urgent need for comprehensive systemic reforms to address the - [Mental Health and Well-Being South Asian Perspective](https://www.cassa.ca/mental-health-and-well-being-south-asian-perspective/) - [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Mental-Health-Well-being-South-Asian-Perspective-Jan27-2.pdf”] Download pdf [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/References-Jan-27-2025-1.pdf”] Download pdf - [Advocacy in Action: Building Capacity in Advancing Key Issues.](https://www.cassa.ca/advocacy-in-action-building-capacity-in-advancing-key-issues/) - The resources are derived from Action Canada’s. How to write an advocacy brief Learn more [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/202532-LeBlanc-ActionCanada-AdvocacyToolkit-EN-v10.pdf”] Download pdf [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/SRHR-Advocacy-Workshop-ACSHR-20250926_v1.pdf”] Download pdf - [Board of Directors](https://www.cassa.ca/board-of-directors/) - Bharat Saini CHAIR Tanzina Islam SECRETARY Thanuya Mohanathas DIRECTOR Ayesha Chughtai DIRECTOR Jessica Devi Chandrashekar DIRECTOR Samir Parmar DIRECTOR Zeeshan Sumrani CHIEF STRATEGY, INNOVATION & GROWTH OFFICER, SKILLS FOR CHANGE Bharat Saini CHAIR Bharat Saini is the inaugural Director of Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (EDI) with the Faculty of Arts & Science at the University - [South Asian Heritage Month Campaigns](https://www.cassa.ca/south-asian-heritage-month-campaigns/) - About the Campaign South Asian Heritage Month (SAHM) is a month-long celebration in Canada that aims to recognize and highlight the contributions of South Asians to Canadian society. This celebration takes place during the month of May and is an opportunity to showcase the rich cultural diversity, history, and heritage of South Asians in Canada. - [Data For Change](https://www.cassa.ca/data-for-equity-3-0-project/) - Project Overview The Data for Change initiative is a national capacity-building initiative focused on advancing equitable social identity data (SID) collection and use across the community social services sector. In 2025, this initiative was relaunched in partnership with Findhelp | 211, CASSA, Logical Outcomes, and Services and Housing In the Province (SHIP), the project supports - [Annual Health Equity Summit](https://www.cassa.ca/annual-health-equity-summit/) - About the Summit The Annual Health Equity Summit, hosted by CASSA, is dedicated to addressing health disparities that disproportionately affect marginalized communities, with a particular focus on South Asian and other racialized groups. This highly anticipated event serves as a platform for key stakeholders, including experts, community leaders, policymakers, healthcare professionals, and advocates, to come - [SAHM 2024](https://www.cassa.ca/south-asian-heritage-month-campaigns/sahm-2024/) - 2024 Every May, CASSA organizes a month-long celebration to honor the rich cultural diversity, history, and heritage of South Asians in Canada. This year’s theme, “Celebrating South Asian Business Leaders in Canada,” shines a spotlight on diversity in leadership and entrepreneurship. Throughout the month, we showcased inspiring stories of South Asian trailblazers who are shaping - [Annual Reports](https://www.cassa.ca/annual-reports/) - Download Annual Reports Annual General Report 2025 Annual General Report 2024 Annual General Report 2023 Annual General Report 2022 Annual General Report 2021 Annual General Report 2020 Annual General Report 2019 Annual General Report 2018 Annual General Report 2017 Annual General Report 2016 Annual General Report 2015 Annual General Report 2012 Read our Annual Reports - [Pregnancy’s Hidden Impacts : Cardiovascular and Dementia Risk](https://www.cassa.ca/pregnancys-hidden-impacts-cardiovascular-and-dementia-risk/) - [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Dementia-Risk-South-Asian-Women_SA.pdf”] Pregnancy’s Hidden Impacts : Cardiovascular and Dementia Risk Download pdf [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Resources_.pdf”] Resources Download pdf - [South Asian International Students Research Project](https://www.cassa.ca/south-asian-international-students-research-project/) - The South Asian International Students Research Project is actively seeking participants for the ongoing study. This research aims to delve into the experiences and challenges faced by South Asian international students in Ontario. The project has interviewed about 20 participants so far. Participant Eligibility: South Asian international students 16 years or older Currently enrolled in - [External Resources](https://www.cassa.ca/external-resources/) - [Bridging the Gap: A Lawyer's Perspective for Service Providers on H&Cs, Refugees, and PRRAs.](https://www.cassa.ca/service-providers-on-hcs-refugees-and-prras/) - Exploring Immigration Pathways – CASSA Presentation - [Kahani Pictures: The Struggles of Female South Asian Students](https://www.cassa.ca/kahani-pictures/) - [Digital Engagement and Everyday AI Resources](https://www.cassa.ca/digital-engagement-and-everyday-ai-resources/) - What AI Can and Can’t Do ✅ What AI Can Do (Support): Help brainstorm content ideas for posts or outreach Suggest clearer, simpler language Draft newsletters, grant text, or social media captions Translate content to another language (with caution) Save time on repetitive tasks like summarizing reports Create basic graphics or videos from templates 🎯 - [Greater Toronto Area GBV Project](https://www.cassa.ca/gtagbvstudy/) - What is the project about? This community-based research project has been funded by United Way Greater Toronto to study toxic masculinity as it relates to and impacts gender-based violence (GBV). The project seeks to investigate how masculinity manifests within the South Asian community in Canada in both healthy and harmful ways, what factors cause this, - [Gender-based Violence Research Study](https://www.cassa.ca/gbvstudy/) - About the Study The Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) is conducting a community-based national research study on gender-based violence (GBV) in the Canadian South Asian community to understand: how GBV has manifested during the pandemic; and to gain insight into ways service providers may further improve their services as needed by GBV survivors and how - [Contact us](https://www.cassa.ca/contact-us/) - Feel free to contact us via email or telephone and one of our staff members will get back to you within 2 business days. p: (647) 932 1001 (ext. 114) e: cassa@cassa.ca 705 Progress Avenue, Unit 101 Toronto, ON M1H 2X1 British Columbia Satellite Office Unit #205, 12725 – 80th Avenue, Surrey, BC V3W 3A6 - [Coalition for Racial Equity in Education](https://www.cassa.ca/coalition-for-racial-equity-in-education/) - The Coalition for Racial Equity in Education is in partnership with Urban Alliance on Race Relations and is funded by the Ontario Trillium Foundation. The project builds the capacity of Muslim-identifying high school students and parents with advocacy skills to have their voices heard in decision-making spaces on school boards. Goal: The goal of this - [CASSA’s Annual Social Justice Summit](https://www.cassa.ca/cassas-annual-social-justice-summit/) - About the Summit The Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) Social Justice Summit is an annual event designed to foster dialogue, learning, and action on critical social justice issues. The Summit serves as a platform for professionals, community leaders, academics, students, and policymakers to engage in discussions, exchange ideas, and build capacity for creating - [South Asian International Students in Higher Education in Canada and Their Experience in Ontario](https://www.cassa.ca/south-asian-international-students-in-higher-education-in-canada-and-their-experience-in-ontario/) - About This study examines the experiences and needs of South Asian international students in Ontarian universities and colleges, in light of the rapid increase in their numbers. Conducted in collaboration with the Councils of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) and through direct engagement with South Asian students, the research investigates how the internationalization process within - [South Asian Justice network Alberta - Calgary](https://www.cassa.ca/south-asian-justice-network-alberta/) - About The South Asian Social Justice Network in Calgary is making significant strides in advocating for social justice within the community. Currently in Phase 4, the project has brought together 16 nonprofit organizations that focus on addressing key issues faced by South Asians, particularly marginalized women, youth, and seniors. Through collaborative meetings, these organizations have - [New Horizons for Seniors Program](https://www.cassa.ca/new-horizons-for-seniors-program/) - Mrs. Rehana, a 50-year-old widow, devotedly raised her son Tareq on limited means, enabling his academic success. Upon Tareq’s achievement of a scholarship for further studies abroad, Mrs. Rehana liquidated her assets to support his aspirations, trusting in his reciprocation of care in the future. However, upon relocating to Canada, she found herself assuming caregiving - [SAHM 2021](https://www.cassa.ca/south-asian-heritage-month-campaigns/sahm-2021/) - 2021 In 2021, the SAHM initiative centered around “Celebrating COVID-19 Champions,” highlighting six impressive South Asian-Canadian individuals who demonstrated extraordinary resilience and strength in aiding victims of the pandemic. The heroes featured were: Fairuz Karim – Advocate Sukhmeet Singh Sachal – Medical Student and Health Activist Dr. Supriya Sharma – Chief Medical Advisor at Health - [SAHM 2022](https://www.cassa.ca/south-asian-heritage-month-campaigns/sahm-2022/) - 2022 In 2022, the SAHM initiative explored critical aspects of “Mental Health and Supports in South Asian Communities”, spotlighting seven outstanding Mental Health Practitioners and Advocates who emphasized the need for awareness and action within the community. The featured experts were: Dr. Farah Islam – Advocate, Educator, and Researcher Dr. Farooq Naeem – Professor of - [SAHM 2023](https://www.cassa.ca/south-asian-heritage-month-campaigns/sahm-2023/) - 2023 In 2023, the SAHM initiative centered around the theme “South Asian-Canadian Systemic Changemakers,” spotlighting seven remarkable individuals who have left an indelible mark on South Asian communities through their contributions to research, advocacy, activism, art, policy, outreach, and education. The featured changemakers were: Gurdeep Pandher – Bhangra Artist and Educator Masuma Khan – Community - [TVO](https://www.cassa.ca/tvo/) - TVO (Educational Institute in Toronto) - [Know your rights & responsibilities](https://www.cassa.ca/know-your-rights-responsibilities/) - [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/KYR_Guide.pdf”] KYR guide Download pdf - [Topics for pregnancy and newborns](https://www.cassa.ca/topics-for-pregnancy-and-newborns/) - [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Iron-deficiency-and-you-Association-of-Ontario-Midwives.pdf” title=”Iron deficiency and you- Association of Ontario Midwives”] Iron deficiency and you- Association of Ontario Midwives Download pdf [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/Normal-newborn-behaviour-Association-of-Ontario-Midwives.pdf” title=”Normal newborn behaviour-Association of Ontario Midwives”] Normal newborn behaviour-Association of Ontario Midwives Download pdf [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/What-is-jaundice-Association-of-Ontario-Midwives.pdf” title=”What is jaundice-Association of Ontario Midwives”] What is jaundice-Association of Ontario Midwives Download pdf [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/08/When-your-pregnancy-goes-past-your-due-date-Association-of-Ontario-Midwives.pdf” title=”When - [Together We Rise Arts Festival](https://www.cassa.ca/together-we-rise-arts-festival/) - About Together We Rise Arts Festival was a celebration of Greater Toronto Area’s Asian diaspora artists and cultural organizations, featuring multi-disciplinary arts programming on the weekend of June 2-3, 2023. This “festival of festivals” programming included a mix of live performing arts, film screenings, in-person workshops, and multimedia installations, all of which were accessible to - [Canada Child Benefit](https://www.cassa.ca/canada-child-benefit/) - Canada Child Benefit About the policy Impact of the policy Animations Blog posts About the Policy Canada Child Benefit is a tax-free monthly payment provided to low-income families with children under the age of 18. This benefit was introduced in 2016, replacing the Universal Child Care Benefit and Canada Child Tax Benefit. The eligibility criteria - [International Students](https://www.cassa.ca/canada-child-benefit/international-students/) - Refugee Claimants Work permit International Students - [Work Permit](https://www.cassa.ca/canada-child-benefit/work-permit/) - Refugee Claimants Work permit International Students - [Refugee Claimants](https://www.cassa.ca/canada-child-benefit/refugee-claimants/) - Refugee Claimants Work permit International Students - [CASSA is officially expanding](https://www.cassa.ca/cassa-is-officially-expanding/) - We are thrilled to announce that the Council of Agencies Serving South Asians is officially expanding our work nationally across three added provinces including Quebec, Alberta, and British Columbia. The work of CASSA and the projects we have successfully completed in Ontario has now allowed us to recognize the need for it across Canada. With - [High Priority Communities Strategy](https://www.cassa.ca/high-priority-communities-strategy/) - About the Program The High Priority Communities Strategy (HPCS) program, established by the Ontario Government, is a community-driven initiative aimed at addressing health disparities experienced by marginalized communities, with a special focus on South Asian women. In collaboration with Carefirst Seniors and Community Services Association and Social Services Network (SSN), CASSA is actively delivering critical - [Log In](https://www.cassa.ca/login/) - [pmpro_login] - [Profile](https://www.cassa.ca/membership-account/profile/) - [pmpro_member_profile] - [Directory](https://www.cassa.ca/membership-account/directory/) - [pmpro_member_directory] - [Membership Invoice](https://www.cassa.ca/membership-account/membership-invoice/) - [pmpro_invoice] - [Membership Levels](https://www.cassa.ca/membership-account/membership-levels/) - [pmpro_levels] - [Your Profile](https://www.cassa.ca/membership-account/your-profile/) - [pmpro_member_profile_edit] - [Membership Account](https://www.cassa.ca/membership-account/) - [pmpro_account] - [Membership Billing](https://www.cassa.ca/membership-account/membership-billing/) - [pmpro_billing] - [Membership Cancel](https://www.cassa.ca/membership-account/membership-cancel/) - [pmpro_cancel] - [Membership Checkout](https://www.cassa.ca/membership-account/membership-checkout/) - [pmpro_checkout] - [Membership Confirmation](https://www.cassa.ca/membership-account/membership-confirmation/) - [pmpro_confirmation] - [Cervical Cancer - Myths vs Facts - Arabic](https://www.cassa.ca/cervical-cancer-myths-vs-facts-arabic/) - English عربي ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் বাংলা - [Cervical Cancer - Myths vs Facts - Tamil](https://www.cassa.ca/cervical-cancer-myths-vs-facts-tamil/) - English عربي ਪੰਜਾਬੀ বাংলা اردو - [Cervical Cancer - Myths vs Facts - Punjabi](https://www.cassa.ca/cervical-cancer-myths-vs-facts-punjabi/) - English عربي বাংলা தமிழ் اردو - [Cervical Cancer - Myths vs Facts - Bangla](https://www.cassa.ca/cervical-cancer-myths-vs-facts-bangla/) - English عربي ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو - [Cervical Cancer - Myths vs Facts - Urdu](https://www.cassa.ca/cervical-cancer-myths-vs-facts-urdu/) - English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو - [Cervical Cancer - Myths vs Facts - English](https://www.cassa.ca/cervical-cancer-myths-vs-facts-english/) - عربي বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو - [Cervical Cancer - Basic Facts - Urdu](https://www.cassa.ca/cervical-cancer-basic-facts-urdu/) - English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو - [Cervical Cancer](https://www.cassa.ca/high-priority-communities-strategy/cervical-cancer-2/) - About the Project Breast cancer is a disease that can be effectively addressed through screening and preventive measures. However, there are common myths and misconceptions surrounding breast cancer screening that can impede effective prevention. To combat this, it is vital to educate ourselves on a range of topics, including the types of screening tests available, - [Cervical Cancer - Basic Facts - Punjabi](https://www.cassa.ca/cervical-cancer-basic-facts-punjabi/) - English عربي বাংলা தமிழ் اردو - [Cervical Cancer - Basic Facts - Tamil](https://www.cassa.ca/cervical-cancer-basic-facts-tamil/) - English عربي ਪੰਜਾਬੀ বাংলা اردو - [Cervical Cancer - Basic Facts - Arabic](https://www.cassa.ca/cervical-cancer-basic-facts-arabic/) - English عربي বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் - [Cervical Cancer - Basic Facts - Bangla](https://www.cassa.ca/cervical-cancer-basic-facts-bangla/) - English عربي ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو - [Cervical Cancer - Basic Facts - English](https://www.cassa.ca/cervical-cancer-basic-facts-english/) - عربي বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو - [The International Students Project](https://www.cassa.ca/the-international-students-project/) - Does the Internationalization of Higher Education in Canadian Universities/Colleges Promote Inclusion or a Structure of Exploitation? A Study of South Asian Students’ Perspectives While collaborating with Councils of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) and the University of Toronto, this project aims to explore the experiences of South Asian international students in Ontarian universities and colleges - [Breast Cancer](https://www.cassa.ca/high-priority-communities-strategy/breast-cancer/) - About the Project Breast cancer is a disease that can be effectively addressed through screening and preventive measures. However, there are common myths and misconceptions surrounding breast cancer screening that can impede effective prevention. To combat this, it is vital to educate ourselves on a range of topics, including the types of screening tests available, - [Breast Cancer - Basic Facts - Arabic](https://www.cassa.ca/breast-cancer-basic-facts-arabic/) - English عربي বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் - [Breast Cancer - Basic Facts - Tamil](https://www.cassa.ca/breast-cancer-basic-facts-tamil/) - English عربي ਪੰਜਾਬੀ বাংলা اردو - [Breast Cancer - Basic Facts - Bangla](https://www.cassa.ca/breast-cancer-basic-facts-bangla/) - English عربي ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو - [Breast Cancer - Basic Facts - Urdu](https://www.cassa.ca/breast-cancer-basic-facts-urdu/) - English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو - [Breast Cancer - Basic Facts - Punjabi](https://www.cassa.ca/breast-cancer-basic-facts-punjabi/) - English عربي বাংলা தமிழ் اردو - [Breast Cancer - Basic Facts - English](https://www.cassa.ca/breast-cancer-basic-facts-english/) - عربي বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو - [Breast Cancer - Myths vs Facts - Tamil](https://www.cassa.ca/breast-cancer-myths-vs-facts-tamil/) - English عربي ਪੰਜਾਬੀ বাংলা اردو - [Breast Cancer - Myths vs Facts - Punjabi](https://www.cassa.ca/breast-cancer-myths-vs-facts-punjabi/) - English عربي বাংলা தமிழ் اردو - [Breast Cancer - Myths vs Facts - English](https://www.cassa.ca/breast-cancer-myths-vs-facts-english/) - عربي বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو - [Breast Cancer - Myths vs Facts - Bangla](https://www.cassa.ca/breast-cancer-myths-vs-facts-bangla/) - English عربي ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو - [Breast Cancer - Myths vs Facts - Urdu](https://www.cassa.ca/breast-cancer-myths-vs-facts-urdu/) - English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو - [Breast Cancer - Myths vs Facts - Arabic](https://www.cassa.ca/breast-cancer-myths-vs-facts-arabic/) - English عربي ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் বাংলা - [Zero Tolerance](https://www.cassa.ca/zero-tolerance/) - Zero Tolerance for Barbaric Cultural Practices Act About the policy Impact of the policy Animations Blog posts About the Policy In 2015, the Conservative Federal government at that time, Canada introduced the ‘Zero Tolerance for Barbaric Cultural Practices Act”, to “counter harmful cultural practices.” This law amended three existing legislations, criminalizing instances of polygamy and - [CASSA Individual Membership form](https://www.cassa.ca/cassa-individual-membership-form/) - Definition: Individuals that are members of the South Asian communities who subscribe to the aims and objectives of the Corporation. Associate Organization? Apply for an Associate Organization membership here. Organization? Apply for an Organization membership here. - [CASSA Associate Organization Membership form](https://www.cassa.ca/cassa-associate-organization-membership-form/) - Definition: Organizations that indirectly offer services to members of the South Asian community and subscribes to the aims and objectives of the Corporation. Individual? Apply for an Individual membership here. Organization? Apply for an Organization membership here. Member Agencies Download the list of our member organizations. - [CASSA Organization Membership form](https://www.cassa.ca/cassa-organization-membership-form/) - Definition: Organization that directly offers services to members of the South Asian community and subscribes to the aims and objectives of the Corporation. Individual? Apply for an Individual membership here. Associate Organization? Apply for an Associate Organization membership here. Member Agencies Download the list of our member organizations. - [Bill 21](https://www.cassa.ca/bill-21/) - Law 21 About the policy Impact of the policy Animations Blog posts About the policy Bill 21 is a law in Quebec that came into effect on March 28th, 2019. The legislation is officially known as the “Act respecting the laicity of the state” and restricts public servants from wearing religious symbols or clothing while - [Policies that Perpetuate Systemic Racism](https://www.cassa.ca/policies-that-perpetuate-systemic-racism/) - Quebec’s Law 21 Canada Child Benefit immigration status contingency Zero Tolerance for Barbaric Cultural Practices” Act About Project “Policies that Perpetuate Systemic Racism” was a 10-month project, funded by the Canada Race Relations Foundation through the Anti-Racism Fund. This initiative critically examined the profound impacts of three significant legislations in Canada: Quebec’s Bill 21, the - [South Asian Vaccine Engagement Collaborative](https://www.cassa.ca/vaccine/) - Visit https://covid-19.ontario.ca/book-vaccine/ or by calling 1-833-943-3900 (TTY 1-866-797-0007) to book an appointment. Appointments can also be booked through walk-in clinics and participating pharmacies. অ্যাপয়েন্টমেন্ট বুক করার জন্য https://covid-19.ontario.ca/book-vaccine/ এ যান অথবা 1-833-943-3900 (TTY 1-866-797-0007) এ কল করে। ওয়াক-ইন ক্লিনিক এবং অংশগ্রহণকারী ফার্মেসির মাধ্যমেও অ্যাপয়েন্টমেন্ট বুক করা যেতে পারে। ਅਪਾਇੰਟਮੈਂਟ ਬੁੱਕ ਕਰਨ ਲਈ https://covid-19.ontario.ca/book-vaccine/ ‘ਤੇ ਜਾਓ ਜਾਂ 1-833-943-3900 (TTY 1-866-797-0007) - [12th Annual Health Equity Summit Schedule](https://www.cassa.ca/12th-annual-health-equity-summit-schedule/) - 12th Annual Health Equity Summit Register Now Event Details Date: Tuesday, November 7, 2023 Time: 9:30 AM to 4:00 PM Location: Centennial College Progress Campus Event Centre – 937 Progress Ave, Scarborough, ON M1G 3T8 Parking: Attendees of the 12th Annual Health Equity Summit may park in Lot 3. In case Lot 3 is full, - [Home - test](https://www.cassa.ca/home-test/) - Building diverse & inclusive communities in Canada Play Video About Us The Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) is an umbrella organization of agencies, groups, and individuals that provide services to the South Asian Community. We envision and strive for a Canada free of all forms of discrimination in which all communities are free - [Parents](https://www.cassa.ca/eradicatehate-2-0/parents/) - Learn about how parents/ guardians can react to online hate CASSA has created infographics and animations to aid parents to combat online hate. Here are infographics in 5 different languages. English Set 1 Set 2 Set 3 Set 4 Arabic Set 1 Set 2 Set 3 Set 4 Chinese Set 1 Set 2 Set 3 - [Educators/Community Leaders](https://www.cassa.ca/eradicatehate-2-0/educators-community-leaders/) - Our App contains an interactive game, you can within your school and community spaces with children and youth. Reflect 2 Connect, an interactive game, offers the space to reflect on our identities and biases through personal experiences and navigating the online world. Inspired by the card game “We’re Not Really Strangers”, our questions hope to - [Vaccine Engagement - Infographics_Urdu](https://www.cassa.ca/vaccine-engagement-infographics_urdu/) - ذیل میں اپنی زبان کی ترجیح منتخب کریں۔ English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو انفوگرافکس کیوں؟ ویکسین کی مصروفیت کے کام کا ایک بڑا حصہ غلط معلومات کا مقابلہ کرنا ہے۔ انفوگرافکس ایک طاقتور ٹول ہے اور ٹورنٹو اور کینیڈا کی کمیونٹیز کو تعلیم دینے کے لیے اسے وسیع پیمانے پر پھیلایا جا سکتا ہے۔ SAVEC - [Vaccine Engagement - Infographics_Tamil](https://www.cassa.ca/vaccine-engagement-infographics_tamil/) - கீழே உங்கள் மொழி விருப்பத்தைத் தேர்ந்தெடுக்கவும்: English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو ஏன் இன்போ கிராபிக்ஸ்? தடுப்பூசி பயன்பாட்டு பணியின் பெரும்பகுதி தவறான தகவலை எதிர்த்துப் போராடுவதாகும். இன்போ கிராபிக்ஸ் ஒரு சக்திவாய்ந்த கருவி மற்றும் டொராண்டோ மற்றும் கனடா முழுவதும் உள்ள சமூகங்களுக்கு கல்வி கற்பதற்காக பரவலாக விநியோகிக்கப்படுகிறது. தடுப்பூசி விநியோக பிரச்சாரத்தை ஆதரிக்கும் புதுப்பித்த ஆதாரங்கள் மற்றும் அறிவியல் உண்மைகளை வழங்குவதற்கு SAVEC அர்ப்பணிக்கப்பட்டுள்ளது. சமூக உறுப்பினர்கள் தங்கள் உடல்நலம் குறித்து தகவலறிந்த - [Vaccine Engagement - Infographics_Punjabi](https://www.cassa.ca/vaccine-engagement-infographics_punjabi/) - ਕਿਰਪਾ ਕਰਕੇ ਹੇਠਾਂ ਆਪਣੀ ਭਾਸ਼ਾ ਦੀ ਤਰਜੀਹ ਚੁਣੋ।: English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو ਇਨਫੋਗ੍ਰਾਫਿਕਸ ਕਿਉਂ? ਵੈਕਸੀਨ ਦੀ ਸ਼ਮੂਲੀਅਤ ਦੇ ਕੰਮ ਦਾ ਇੱਕ ਵੱਡਾ ਹਿੱਸਾ ਗਲਤ ਜਾਣਕਾਰੀ ਦਾ ਮੁਕਾਬਲਾ ਕਰਨਾ ਹੈ। ਇਨਫੋਗ੍ਰਾਫਿਕਸ ਇੱਕ ਸ਼ਕਤੀਸ਼ਾਲੀ ਸਾਧਨ ਹਨ ਅਤੇ ਟੋਰਾਂਟੋ ਅਤੇ ਕੈਨੇਡਾ ਵਿੱਚ ਭਾਈਚਾਰਿਆਂ ਨੂੰ ਸਿੱਖਿਆ ਦੇਣ ਲਈ ਵਿਆਪਕ ਤੌਰ ‘ਤੇ ਪ੍ਰਸਾਰਿਤ ਕੀਤਾ ਜਾ ਸਕਦਾ ਹੈ। SAVEC ਅਪ-ਟੂ-ਡੇਟ - [Vaccine Engagement - Infographics_Bangla](https://www.cassa.ca/vaccine-engagement-infographics_bangla/) - অনুগ্রহ করে নীচে আপনার ভাষা পছন্দ নির্বাচন করুন: English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو ইনফোগ্রাফিক / তথ্যচিত্র ভ্যাকসিন সম্পর্কিত কার্যক্রমের একটি বড় অংশহলো ভুল তথ্যের বিরুদ্ধে লড়াই করা। ইনফোগ্রাফিক্স হলো একটি শক্তিশালী হাতিয়ার এবং টরন্টো এবং কানাডা জুড়ে সকল জনগোষ্ঠীকে শিক্ষা দেবার জন্য ব্যাপকভাবে প্রচার করা যেতে পারে। SAVEC সমসাময়িক তথ্য বিতরণ এবং বৈজ্ঞানিক তথ্য প্রদানের - [Vaccine Engagement - Infographics_English](https://www.cassa.ca/vaccine-engagement-infographics_english/) - Please select your language preference below: English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو Why Infographics? A major part of vaccine engagement work is combating misinformation. Infographics are a powerful tool and can be circulated widely in order to educate communities across Toronto and Canada. SAVEC is dedicated to providing up-to-date resources and scientific facts that back the - [Vaccine Engagement - Educational Series_Urdu](https://www.cassa.ca/vaccine-engagement-educational-series_urdu/) - ذیل میں اپنی زبان کی ترجیح منتخب کریں۔ English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو کے بارے میں کی ایجوکیشنل سیریز، مختصر دورانیہ کی اینیمیٹڈ فلموں کے ذریعے کمیونٹی کے خدشات SAVEC نے وسیع موضوعات پر یہ فلمیں جاری کی ہیں جن SAVEC ، بیان کرتی ہیں۔ ہمارے مترجم کی مدد سے میں بچّوں کے لئے ویکسینز، - [Vaccine Engagement - Educational Series_Tamil](https://www.cassa.ca/vaccine-engagement-educational-series_tamil/) - உங்கள் மொழி விருப்பத்தைத் தேர்ந்தெடுக்கவும்: English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو பற்றி SAVEC’s இன் கல்வித் தொடரானது குறுகிய விவரண அசையும் (அனிமேஷன் வீடியோ) காணொளி மூலம் சமூக அக்கறைகளை வெளிக்கொணர உதவி செய்கிறது. எங்கள் மொழிபெயர்ப்பாளர் உதவியுடன், குழந்தைகளுக்கான தடுப்பூசிகள், கட்டுக்கதைகளை உடைத்தல், mRNA தடுப்பூசிகளின் பயன்பாடு உள்ளிட்ட பல்வேறு தலைப்புகளில் SAVEC காணொளிகளை வெளியிட்டுள்ளது. ஒவ்வொரு காணொளியும் ஆங்கிலம், பஞ்சாபி, தமிழ், உருது மற்றும் வங்காள மொழிகளில் கிடைக்கிறது. கீழே உங்கள் மொழி - [Vaccine Engagement - Educational Series_Punjabi](https://www.cassa.ca/vaccine-engagement-educational-series_punjabi/) - ਕਿਰਪਾ ਕਰਕੇ ਹੇਠਾਂ ਆਪਣੀ ਭਾਸ਼ਾ ਦੀ ਤਰਜੀਹ ਚੁਣੋ।: English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو ਬਾਰੇ SAVEC ਦੀਵਿਦਿਅਕ ਸੀਰੀਜ਼ ਛੋਟੇ ਐਨੀਮੇਟਡ ਵੀਡੀਓਜ਼ ਰਾਹੀਂ ਭਾਈਚਾਰੇ ਦੀਆਂ ਚਿੰਤਾਵਾਂ ਨੂੰ ਸੰਬੋਧਿਤ ਕਰਦੀ ਹੈ। ਸਾਡੇ ਅਨੁਵਾਦਕਾਂ ਦੀ ਮਦਦਨਾਲ, SAVEC ਨੇ ਕਈ ਵਿਸ਼ਿਆਂ ‘ਤੇ ਵੀਡੀਓਜ਼ ਜਾਰੀ ਕੀਤੀਆਂ ਹਨ, ਜਿਸ ਵਿੱਚ ਸ਼ਾਮਲ ਹਨ: ਬੱਚਿਆਂ ਦੇ ਟੀਕੇ, ਮਿਥ-ਬਸਟਿੰਗ, mRNA ਵੈਕਸੀਨ ਮੇਕਅੱਪ। ਹਰ ਵੀਡੀਓ ਅੰਗਰੇਜ਼ੀ, - [Vaccine Engagement - Educational Series_Bangla](https://www.cassa.ca/vaccine-engagement-educational-series_bangla/) - নীচে আপনার পছন্দের ভাষা নির্বাচন করুন: English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو সম্পর্কিত SAVEC-এর শিক্ষামূলক সিরিজ সং ক্ষিপ্ত অ্যানিমেটেড ভিডিওগু লির মাধ্যমে সম্প্রদায়ের উদ্বেগগুলিকে সমাধান করে ।আমাদের অনুবাদকদের সাহায্যে, SAVEC বিভিন্ন বিষয়ে ভিডিও প্রকাশ করেছে, যার মধ্যে রয়েছে: শিশুদের ভ্যাকসিন, মিথ-বাস্টিং, mRNA ভ্যাকসিন মেকআপ।প্রতিটি ভিডিও ইংরেজি, পাঞ্জাবি, তামিল, উর্দুএবং বাংলায় পাওয়া যায়।নীচে আপনার পছন্দের ভাষা নির্বাচন - [Vaccine Engagement - Educational Series_English](https://www.cassa.ca/vaccine-engagement-educational-series_english/) - Please select your language preference below: English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو About SAVEC’s Educational Series addresses community concerns through short animated videos. With help from our translators, SAVEC has released videos on a range of topics, including: children’s vaccines, myth-busting, mRNA vaccine makeup. Each video is available in English, Punjabi, Tamil, Urdu, and Bangla. Traditional - [Vaccine Engagement - SAVEC - Poems_Tamil](https://www.cassa.ca/vaccine-engagement-savec-poems_tamil/) - கீழே உங்கள் மொழி விருப்பத்தைத் தேர்ந்தெடுக்கவும்: English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو பற்றி SAVEC கவிதைகளில் தொற்றுநோய் தெற்காசிய கண்ணோட்டத்தில் தடுப்பூசிகள் மற்றும் பூட்டுதல்களை ஆராய்கிறது. இந்தத் திட்டம் தெற்காசிய மக்களின் அன்றாட வாழ்க்கை மற்றும் போராட்டங்களை வெளிச்சம் போட்டுக் காட்டுவதாகும், இது மற்றவர்களை தடுப்பூசி போட ஊக்குவிக்கும் என்ற நம்பிக்கையில் உள்ளது. கவிதை 1 டிரான்ஸ்கிரிப்டைப் பதிவிறக்கவும் கவிதை 2 டிரான்ஸ்கிரிப்டைப் பதிவிறக்கவும் கவிதை 3 டிரான்ஸ்கிரிப்டைப் பதிவிறக்கவும் கவிதை 4 டிரான்ஸ்கிரிப்டைப் பதிவிறக்கவும் - [Vaccine Engagement - SAVEC - Poems_Urdu](https://www.cassa.ca/vaccine-engagement-savec-poems_urdu/) - براہ کرم ذیل میں اپنی زبان کی ترجیح منتخب کریں: English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو کے بارے میں SAVEC نظموں میں وبائی بیماری جنوبی ایشیائی نقطہ نظر سے ویکسین اور لاک ڈاؤن کی کھوج کرتی ہے۔ اس پروجیکٹ کا مقصد جنوبی ایشیائی باشندوں کی روزمرہ کی زندگی اور جدوجہد پر روشنی ڈالنا ہے اس امید - [Vaccine Engagement - SAVEC - Poems_Punjabi](https://www.cassa.ca/vaccine-engagement-savec-poems_punjabi/) - Please select your language preference below: English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو ਬਾਰੇ SAVEC ਕਵਿਤਾਵਾਂ ਵਿੱਚ ਮਹਾਂਮਾਰੀ ਇੱਕ ਦੱਖਣੀ ਏਸ਼ੀਆਈ ਦ੍ਰਿਸ਼ਟੀਕੋਣ ਤੋਂ ਟੀਕਿਆਂ ਅਤੇ ਲੌਕਡਾਊਨ ਦੀ ਪੜਚੋਲ ਕਰਦੀ ਹੈ। ਇਸ ਪ੍ਰੋਜੈਕਟ ਦਾ ਉਦੇਸ਼ ਦੱਖਣੀ ਏਸ਼ੀਆਈ ਲੋਕਾਂ ਦੇ ਰੋਜ਼ਾਨਾ ਜੀਵਨ ਅਤੇ ਸੰਘਰਸ਼ਾਂ ‘ਤੇ ਰੌਸ਼ਨੀ ਪਾਉਣਾ ਹੈ ਇਸ ਉਮੀਦ ਵਿੱਚ ਕਿ ਇਹ ਦੂਜਿਆਂ ਨੂੰ ਟੀਕਾਕਰਨ ਲਈ ਉਤਸ਼ਾਹਿਤ ਕਰੇਗਾ। - [Vaccine Engagement - SAVEC - Poems_Bangla](https://www.cassa.ca/vaccine-engagement-savec-poems_bangla/) - নীচে আপনার পছন্দের ভাষা নির্বাচন করুন: English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو সম্পর্কিত SAVEC কবিতায় মহামারী দক্ষিণ এশিয়ার দৃষ্টিকোণ থেকে ভ্যাকসিন এবং লকডাউনগুলি অন্বেষণ করে৷ এই প্রকল্পটি দক্ষিণ এশীয়দের দৈনন্দিন জীবন এবং সংগ্রামের উপর আলোকপাত করার জন্য এই আশায় যে এটি অন্যদের টিকা নিতে উত্সাহিত করবে। কবিতা 1 ট্রান্সক্রিপ্ট ডাউনলোড করুন কবিতা 2 ট্রান্সক্রিপ্ট ডাউনলোড করুন - [Vaccine Engagement - SAVEC - Poems_English](https://www.cassa.ca/vaccine-engagement-savec-poems_english/) - Please select your language preference below: English বাংলা ਪੰਜਾਬੀ தமிழ் اردو About The Pandemic in SAVEC Poems explores vaccines and lockdowns from a South Asian perspective. This project is meant to shed light on the daily life and struggles of South Asians in the hopes that it will encourage others to get vaccinated. Poem 1 - [SAVEC Webinar Series](https://www.cassa.ca/savec-webinar-series/) - Having the Conversation The South Asian Vaccine Engagement Collaborative’s (SAVEC) series titled “Having the Conversation” is focused on exploring topics often overlooked in South Asian communities. By shining a light on these topics, SAVEC is most concerned with raising awareness on various social and cultural issues. Description This session covers mental health in the South - [In the news](https://www.cassa.ca/in-the-news/) - https://toronto.citynews.ca/2023/04/26/tdsb-motion-anti-islamophobia-strategy/ https://globalnews.ca/news/9655436/toronto-district-school-board-anti-islamophobia-strategy https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2023/04/27/toronto-district-school-board-votes-to-develop-anti-islamophobia-strategy.html https://www.chch.com/toronto-district-school-board-votes-to-develop-anti-islamophobia-strategy/ https://www.theglobeandmail.com/canada/toronto/article-toronto-district-school-board-votes-to-develop-anti-islamophobia/ https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2023/04/27/toronto-district-school-board-votes-to-develop-anti-islamophobia-strategy.html https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2023/04/27/i-never-felt-protected-muslim-students-parents-seek-real-change-with-tdsb-plan-to-fight-islamophobia.html https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/toronto-school-board-islamophobia-1.6824112 https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/apna-health-collaborative-created-in-response-to-disproportionate-covid-19-cases-in-peel-s-south-asian-communities-852598995.html https://www.ubyssey.ca/culture/resourses-about-aapi-hate/ https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/peel-district-school-board-anti-islamophobia-strategy-1.6202384 https://thepointer.com/article/2021-10-09/pdsb-will-launch-groundbreaking-strategy-to-fight-islamophobia https://www.thestar.com/local-mississauga/news/2021/10/08/peel-district-school-board-passes-motion-for-all-staff-to-receive-anti-islamophobia-training.html https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cn-rrfvgz2Y https://globalnews.ca/news/7820644/covid-19-language-barriers-racialized-communities/ https://www.thestar.com/opinion/star-columnists/2020/06/28/dear-brown-people-im-about-to-wash-some-dirty-linen-in-public-consider-this-an-overdue-act-of-tough-love.html https://www.nationalobserver.com/2019/09/24/opinion/canada-we-need-have-serious-talk-about-racism https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/reactions-trudeau-brownface-1.5289661 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZcJqJ-aI_eU https://www.thestar.com/news/immigration/2015/08/20/campaign-launched-to-promote-south-asian-organ-donation.html?rf https://muslimlink.ca/stories/jeewan-chanicka-on-affirming-student-s-identity-at-ted-educator-talks https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/2-years-into-the-pandemic-anti-asian-hate-is-still-on-the-rise-in-canada-report-shows-1 https://www.insauga.com/project-aims-to-bolster-hate-crime-reporting-in-mississauga-and-brampton/ https://www.theglobeandmail.com/events/article-how-could-canadas-justice-system-better-address-hate-crimes/ https://www.newswire.ca/news-releases/civicaction-announces-2020-diversecity-fellows-as-toronto-region-leadership-unites-for-covid-19-response-878118069.html https://www.buzzsprout.com/460444/9376149 https://give-back-economy.pinecast.co/episode/eb19167a/south-asian-council https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/toronto/peel-muslim-islamophobia-strategy-school-board-1.6726914 https://www.thestar.com/news/gta/2023/01/26/peel-school-board-takes-historic-step-to-dismantling-islamophobia.html https://www.canindia.com/peel-becomes-first-canadian-school-board-to-adopt-anti-islamophobia-strategy/ - [Hate Crime Reporting](https://www.cassa.ca/hate-crime-reporting/) - [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/CASSA-HCRP-Report-2023-1.pdf” title=”CASSA HCRP Report (2023) (1)”] Read the HCRP Report Improving Hate-Crime Reporting For this project we are working with Toronto Police, York Region Police, Peel Region Police, and Ottawa Police to facilitate discussions. The goal of these discussions and collaborations is to: Develop community awareness campaigns to educate the public on understanding hate, - [Research on Employment Equity of South Asians in Toronto](https://www.cassa.ca/employment-equity-research/) - This initiative is a three-year community-based research study on the employment needs, barriers, and recommendations for employment equity for South Asian immigrant communities in Toronto. The study will aim to conduct a needs assessment study to identify the needs and barriers of South Asian immigrant communities in Toronto to gaining meaningful employment. Once the study - [2018 Civic Literacy Campaign](https://www.cassa.ca/2018-civic-literacy-campaign/) - The Provincial Election is scheduled to be held in June 2018. Color of Poverty – Colour of Change (COP-COC) is a community initiative based in the province of Ontario, Canada, which is made up of individuals and organizations working to build community-based capacity to address the growing racialization of poverty and the resulting increased levels of social - [2019 Civic Engagement Campaign](https://www.cassa.ca/2019-civic-engagement-campaign/) - Draft Strategy CASSA’s 2019 Civic Engagement campaign is focused on encouraging more South Asians to discuss issues that they care about and make informed voting decisions in the upcoming federal election. We are particularly hoping to talk to populations who may be disengaged, less informed about the political process, or require culturally sensitive material, such - [COVID-19 Helpline for South Asians](https://www.cassa.ca/covid-helpline/) - The helpline provides information about: Health & safety during COVID-19 Details on reopening processes Government benefits Support services The COVID-19 Helpline is no longer active COVID-19 Helpline for South Asians The Covid-19 Helpline is funded by the Government of Canada and United Way Greater Toronto and managed by the Council of Agencies Serving South Asians, in partnership with the South Asian Legal - [Strategic Directions 2021-2026](https://www.cassa.ca/strategic-directions/) - Support Immigration and Settlement Over the next five years, CASSA will commit to the following: facilitate processes that aim to build more inclusive and accessible communities in regions where immigrants settle across Canada. develop tools and resources to support resettlement through community-based research. advocate on behalf of newcomers collectively to eliminate barriers to decent work. - [Subscribe to our Newsletter](https://www.cassa.ca/subscribe-to-our-newsletter/) - * indicates required First Name Last Name Email Address * Position (optional) Employer/Organizational Affiliation Postal Code - [Request a Workshop](https://www.cassa.ca/request-a-workshop/) - [Training & Workshops](https://www.cassa.ca/training-workshops/) - ** Fees for each workshop are on a sliding scale based on the size and operational budget of an organization. CASSA works on decolonial principles by ensuring our time is compensated fairly for our labour. 100% of the fees from these workshops are put back into our advocacy efforts. Request a Workshop Allyship and Solidarity - [Health Equity Forum 2020](https://www.cassa.ca/health-equity-forum-2020/) - Virtual Community Forum – July 15, 2020 Equitable Access to Care: COVID-19 Emergency Care & Response The Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) aims to continue the momentum of previous in-person Health Equity Summits by planning to host a virtual Community Forum in response to the COVID-19 pandemic in Canada. As the circumstances surrounding - [8th Annual Health Equity Summit](https://www.cassa.ca/8th-annual-health-equity-summit/) - About The Health Equity Summit is a recognizable event that addresses health issues and inequities, specifically ones affecting South Asians and other racialized communities. This summit is in partnership with Ryerson University’s School of Nursing and the William Osler Health System in Brampton. Focus of Summit The 2019 Summit focused on gathering input on a - [South Asian Gift of Life 2018](https://www.cassa.ca/south-asian-gift-of-life-2018/) - Once again, CASSA is partnering with Trillium Gift of Life Network (TGLN) to promote and support organ donation within the South Asian Community. Through previous CASSA and TGLN partnerships and campaign partners, more than 10,000 South Asians have registered as organ donors! Building on past efforts to increase community awareness and understanding of organ and - [Apply to join the Coalition for Racial Equity in Education Project](https://www.cassa.ca/apply-to-join-the-coalition-for-racial-equity-in-education-project/) - [Mission & Vision](https://www.cassa.ca/mission-vision/) - Mission To facilitate the economic, social, political and cultural empowerment of South Asians by serving as a resource for information, research, mobilization, service delivery coordination and leadership on social justice issues affecting our communities. We aim to create social change by building alliances and working collaboratively with those who share a vision of empowering all - [Toronto Equity Forum](https://www.cassa.ca/toronto-equity-forum/) - The Alternative Planning Group’s Final Submission to the City of Toronto’s Affordable Housing Office: Final – Housing Submission to City of Toronto - [Investment in Youth Engagement](https://www.cassa.ca/investment-in-youth-engagement/) - The Investment in Youth Engagement initiative was established by Toronto Public Health (TPH) to support youth engagement work in Toronto communities and provide funding to support community health promotion projects. It is intended to motivate and create opportunities for youth to develop their leadership skills and engage in and act on health issues within Toronto. - [Racism Free Ontario Forum](https://www.cassa.ca/racism-free-ontario-forum/) - The Council of Agencies Serving South Asians in partnership with the Colour of Poverty – Colour of Change, hosted the annual Racism Free Ontario Forum on March 21st, 2016, the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. The forum was the final part of the annual Racism Free Ontario Campaign. The Racism Free Ontario - [Indigenous Environmental Justice](https://www.cassa.ca/indigenous-environmental-justice/) - The Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) launched it’s Environmental Justice Workshop Series, an exciting new initiative funded by Canadian Heritage and supported by the Indigenous Environmental Justice Project at York University, the University of Toronto Scarborough, Punjabi Community Health Services, Toronto Environmental Alliance, and the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority. CASSA held an introductory workshop geared towards the - [Multicultural Storytelling Festival](https://www.cassa.ca/festival/) - About the Event Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA), Hispanic Development Council (HDC), and Chinese Canadian National Council Toronto Chapter (CCNCTO) are hosting a Multicultural Storytelling Festival. The Festival was organized in hopes of building bridges between Chinese, Hispanic, and South Asian communities in the Greater Toronto Area. The event brought these communities together, under one roof, - [COVID-19 Relief Initiatives](https://www.cassa.ca/covid-helpline/covid-19-relief-initiatives/) - Our Initiatives An overview of CASSA’s efforts to mitigate COVID-19 conditions and provide support to the community. Some of our initiatives include: Food Baskets for Racialized Seniors Hygiene Packages for the Homeless COVID-19 Helpline for South Asians Food Baskets for Racialized Seniors The Food Basket program is now closed. A huge thanks to the Government of Canada’s - [Masks and Gloves](https://www.cassa.ca/covid-helpline/masks-and-gloves/) - 1 1 Bangla 1 1 Hindi 1 1 Tamil 1 1 Arabic 1 1 Urdu 1 1 Gujarati - [How to be prepared](https://www.cassa.ca/covid-helpline/how-to-be-prepared/) - English Tamil Bangla Punjabi - [Health and Safety](https://www.cassa.ca/covid-helpline/health-and-safety/) - English Bangla Tamil Urdu Punjabi Hindi - [Available Services](https://www.cassa.ca/covid-helpline/available-services/) - Bangla Punjabi Tamil English - [Advocacy](https://www.cassa.ca/advocacy/) - Deputation to Grants Sub-Committee [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Deputation-to-Grants-Sub-Committee.pdf”] Comments on Bill C-18 [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Comments-on-Bill-C-18.pdf”] Letter from South Asian Orgs to PMO [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Letter-from-South-Asian-Orgs-to-PMO.pdf”] Online Hate Policy Submission [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/online-hate-policy-submission-coalition-FINAL-v3.pdf”] Statement on Attack in London on Muslim Family [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Statement-on-London-Attack.pdf”] - [#EradicateHate - Anti-Hate Conversation Series](https://www.cassa.ca/eradicatehate-anti-hate-conversation-series/) - Anti-Hate Conversation Series The Anti-Hate Conversation Series is a Facebook live series turned podcast that aims to spread awareness on current hate-related and social justice issues by inviting speakers to provide insights into the underlying causes and next steps for these issues. Episodes are released biweekly on Spotify and Google Podcasts and consist of questions - [Position Papers](https://www.cassa.ca/position-papers/) - The Need For Community Services [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/The-Need-For-Community-Services.pdf”] Social Inclusion And The City [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Social-Inclusion-and-The-City.pdf”] Re-defining the Urban Planning Agenda [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Re-defining-the-Urban-Planning-Agenda.pdf”] Final Housing Submission to City of Toronto The Alternative Planning Group’s Final Submission to the City of Toronto’s Affordable Housing Office: [pdf-embedder url=”https://www.cassa.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/Final-Housing-Submission-to-City-of-Toronto.pdf”] Impact of COVID-19 on South Asians in Canada Joint Report by - [Research Papers](https://www.cassa.ca/research-papers/) - Health Project for South Asian Seniors Exploring Organizational Structures Constructing a Community in Diversity Color Culture and Dual Consciousness Access to Trades for Newcomers in Ontario Access to Professions and Trades - [Intercultural Collaborative](https://www.cassa.ca/intercultural-collaborative/) - The Council of Agencies Serving South Asians has successfully implemented their Greater TorontoArea-based Intercultural Collaborative project. This project aims to increase diversity and membership within the art, recreation, and civic engagement sectors while challenging racism and discrimination in our communities. CASSA provided anti-racism, anti-oppression, and project management training by recruiting participants from racialized communities to work with mainstream agencies - [Legal Education for Refugee Youth](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-for-refugee-youth/) - A Guidebook on Transitional Issues for Refugee Youth This toolkit is a compilation of legal information relevant for refugee youth. It is envisaged that the toolkit will provide comprehensive information to support the integration of refugee youth into our society and provide access to resources in addressing some of the transitional issues faced by new - [Health](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-for-refugee-youth/health/) - The Interim Federal Health Program–Refugees The Interim Federal Health Program (IFHP) provides limited, temporary coverage of healthcare benefits to people in the following groups who aren’t eligible for provincial or territorial health insurance: Protected persons in Canada Resettled refugees Refugee claimants Individuals detained under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (IRPA) while in detention Victims - [Housing](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-for-refugee-youth/housing/) - Renting a Place? As a refugee youth, you have the right to equal access, affordable housing and freedom from discrimination when you rent a place in Ontario. The Ontario Human Rights Code lists the prohibited grounds of discrimination in accessing and maintaining your right to housing (Refer to the chapter on ‘Know your Rights’). If - [Employment](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-for-refugee-youth/employment/) - Refugee Claimants If you have filed a claim for refugee protection in Canada and you’re waiting for the Refugee Protection Division (RPD) of the Immigration and Refugee Board of Canada to decide on your claim, and you cannot pay for your basic needs without working, you may be eligible for an open work permit that - [Education](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-for-refugee-youth/education/) - Public School In Ontario, the Education Act says all children must attend school. A child who is 6 years old must go to school. Most children start school earlier by attending a kindergarten program when they are 4 or 5 years old. No school can refuse to admit children because their parents do not have: - [Regulatory Prohibitions](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-for-refugee-youth/regulatory-prohibitions/) - Loitering Loitering means the offence of waiting in a place while looking as if you are going to do something illegal. In Ontario, the Child and Family Services Act specifies the laws around loitering. According to this Act, anyone less than 16 years of age cannot be alone and loiter or hang around in a - [Criminal Law](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-for-refugee-youth/criminal-law/) - The Youth Criminal Justice System In Ontario, when young persons between the ages of 12 and 17 get in trouble with the law, the legal system treats them differently from adults. When a youth breaks the law, the Youth Criminal Justice Act (“YCJA”) guides the police and courts as to what to do. Depending on - [Know Your Rights](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-for-refugee-youth/know-your-rights/) - The Constitution and the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms The Constitution is the supreme law of Canada. Generally speaking, all other laws must be consistent with the rules set out in the Constitution. If they are not, they may not be valid. Since the Charter of Rights and Freedom is part of the Constitution, - [Toronto Sanctuary City](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-for-refugee-youth/toronto-sanctuary-city/) - What is a sanctuary city? The sanctuary city concept is officially known as “Access T.O.” in Toronto. It means that non-status immigrants have the access to certain services provided by the city. The city officials including the police cannot ask for one’s status when they require assistance and cannot report them to Immigration Canada. Who - [Refugee Law](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-for-refugee-youth/refugee-law/) - Canada is a party to the United Nations 1951 Convention Relating to the Status of Refugees and its 1967 Protocol. Canada’s refugee system is regulated by the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, which implements the Convention. According to the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act, refugee protection is conferred on a person, when a person has been determined - [Legal Education Toolkit for Refugee Women - Legal Aid](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-toolkit-for-refugee-women-legal-aid/) - 1 1 English 1 1 Arabic 1 1 Tamil 1 1 Spanish 1 1 Bangla 1 1 Punjabi 1 1 Urdu 1 1 Farsi - [Legal Education Toolkit for Refugee Women (2020)](https://www.cassa.ca/toolkit-2020/) - Learn about your rights, and responsibilities and find support that is available to you CASSA has created a “Legal Education for Refugee Women” Toolkit to aid refugee women in learning more about their rights and responsibilities and giving them access to support and resources that are available to them. The toolkit and short summaries are - [Legal Education Toolkit for Refugee Women - Child Rights & Support](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-toolkit-for-refugee-women-child-rights-support/) - 1 1 English 1 1 Arabic 1 1 Tamil 1 1 Spanish 1 1 Bangla 1 1 - [Legal Education Toolkit for Refugee Women - Family Law](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-toolkit-for-refugee-women-family-law/) - 1 1 English 1 1 Arabic 1 1 Tamil 1 1 Spanish 1 1 Bangla 1 1 Punjabi - [Legal Education Toolkit for Refugee Women - Ontario Human Rights and Code](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-toolkit-for-refugee-women-ontario-human-rights-and-code/) - 1 1 English 1 1 Arabic 1 1 Tamil 1 1 Spanish 1 1 Bangla 1 1 Punjabi 1 1 Urdu 1 1 Farsi - [Legal Education Toolkit for Refugee Women - Charter of Rights & Freedom](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-toolkit-for-refugee-women-charter-of-rights-freedom/) - English Arabic Tamil Spanish Bangla Punjabi Urdu Farsi - [Legal Education Toolkit for Refugee Women - Financials](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-toolkit-for-refugee-women-financials/) - 1 1 English 1 1 Arabic 1 1 Tamil 1 1 Spanish 1 1 Bangla 1 1 Punjabi 1 1 Urdu 1 1 Farsi - [Legal Education Toolkit for Refugee Women - Housing](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-toolkit-for-refugee-women-housing/) - 1 1 English 1 1 Arabic 1 1 Tamil 1 1 Spanish 1 1 Bangla 1 1 Punjabi 1 1 Urdu - [Legal Education Toolkit for Refugee Women - Education](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-toolkit-for-refugee-women-education/) - 1 1 English 1 1 Arabic 1 1 Tamil 1 1 Spanish 1 1 Bangla 1 1 Punjabi 1 1 Urdu - [Legal Education Toolkit for Refugee Women - Healthcare](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-toolkit-for-refugee-women-healthcare/) - 1 1 English 1 1 Arabic 1 1 Tamil 1 1 Spanish 1 1 Bangla 1 1 Punjabi 1 1 Urdu 1 1 Farsi - [Legal Education Toolkit for Refugee Women - Employment](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-toolkit-for-refugee-women-employment/) - 1 1 English 1 1 Arabic 1 1 Tamil 1 1 Spanish 1 1 Bangla 1 1 Punjabi 1 1 Urdu - [Legal Education Toolkit for Refugee Women - Immigration](https://www.cassa.ca/legal-education-toolkit-for-refugee-women-immigration/) - 1 1 English 1 1 Arabic 1 1 Tamil 1 1 Spanish 1 1 Bangla 1 1 Punjabi 1 1 - [SAVEC Illustrations](https://www.cassa.ca/savec-illustrations/) - About SAVEC recognizes the important role storytelling has in fostering healthy communities. With this understanding, we launched “The Pandemic in SAVEC Illustrations,” a three-month-long campaign that explores complex issues faced by South Asians. Each month has a specific theme. For January, the focus is on “Overcoming Hate and Discrimination” – a powerful subject to depict - [#EradicateHate](https://www.cassa.ca/eradicatehate/) - About As part of the Collaborative to Combat Online Hate in partnership with the Anti-Hate Community Leaders Group, the Council of Agencies Serving South Asians (CASSA) has compiled research to create a toolkit and a host of other resources for agencies with a social justice mandate, agencies serving racialized communities and religious minorities, non-racialized allies, - [#EradicateHate - Resources List_Canada-Wide Resources](https://www.cassa.ca/eradicatehate-resources-list_canada-wide-resources/) - Select a Region Canada-Wide Western Canada Eastern Canada Northern Canada Canada-Wide Resources Below is a list of relevant organizations with a small overview of them. Canada Suicide Prevention Service Call 1-833-456-4566, Available 24/7/365 Send a text to 45645, Available 4 PM – Midnight EST. Black Youth Helpline Call 416-285-9944 or 1-833-294-8650 Serves all youth and specifically responds to - [#EradicateHate - Resources List_Eastern Canada Resources](https://www.cassa.ca/eradicatehate-resources-list_eastern-canada-resources/) - Select a Region Canada-Wide Western Canada Eastern Canada Northern Canada Eastern Canada Resources Below is a list of relevant organizations with a small overview of them. Ontario Across Boundaries Provides a dynamic range of dignified, inclusive and compassionate mental health and addiction services and programs for racialized communities in Afrikaans, Amharic, Arabic, Bengali,, Caribbean dialects, - [#EradicateHate - Resources List_Northern Canada Resources](https://www.cassa.ca/eradicatehate-resources-list_northern-canada-resources/) - Select a Region Canada-Wide Western Canada Eastern Canada Northern Canada Northern Canada Resources Below is a list of relevant organizations with a small overview of them. 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