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💜 YOUTH MATCH: Connecting young people to what they need to thrive.

We were proud to partner on the inaugural Youth Match: A Community-Based Youth Navigation & Social Prescribing Initiative, bringing young people, community organizations, service providers and caring adults together in one space to build stronger pathways to support.

We recognize that youth need the right connection, at the right time, to the right people.

From mental health and wellness to education, employment, mentorship, recreation and community belonging, Youth Match was about making those connections easier, more personal and more accessible.

A huge thank you to Refuge Health, Hamilton Health Sciences, Sisters in Sync, every participating organization, and most importantly, the young people who showed up and engaged. 🙌🏾

This is what community looks like when we work together.

Tune In Foundation is proud to be part of building a stronger ecosystem of support for youth in Hamilton. 💜

🎥: @haadiy4h taken in David Braley Health Sciences Centre by @refugehamilton

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📣 ANNOUNCEMENT! 📣

We’re proud to announce Ainara Alleyne as the inaugural Youth Mental Health Champion for our Youth Mental Health Ambassador Program (YouthMHAP)! 💚

So, what is YouthMHAP?

It’s a youth-led initiative at Refuge designed to empower youth to become leaders in mental health advocacy, build mental health literacy, reduce stigma, and connect young people to the supports and community resources they need. 🗣️🌱

As our inaugural Champion, Ainara will help amplify youth voices, spark conversations, share mental health resources, and help youth navigate and connect to community services and supports. 🧭🤝🏾

Because getting support shouldn’t feel like figuring it all out alone.

YouthMHAP builds on the incredible work already happening across our community to support youth mental health. 💚

Welcome , Ainara!

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Speaking of connecting youth … check out:

📅 YOUTH MATCH — AUGUST 21

Come connect. Learn. Share. Discover resources. Meet other youth. Be part of the movement.

🎟️ Register through the link in our bio!

#youthmhap #youthmentalhealth #youthleadership #hamont #refuge by @refugehamilton

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🌎✨ Hamilton Welcomes the World 💙

Last Saturday, we were thrilled to welcome international students to Hamilton and give them a chance to discover their new city and make important connections. This year, more than any other was the time to roll out that Hamilton welcome carpet!

From downtown tours and inspiring conversations, to incredible community partners and local resources, the day was filled with all that good stuff!

We’re grateful to have sponsored this special event and to work alongside the people and organizations who are helping make the transition to life in Hamilton a little easier for international students.

Most importantly, we heard from current and former international students who shared their journeys and hopes for building a life here. Their stories were reminders that coming to a new city is about so much more than finding a place to study; it’s about finding your people and community. 🏡❤️

Welcome to Hamilton. We’re so glad you’re here! 🌎💙

#internationalstudents #hamiltonwelcomestheworld #refugenewcomerhealth #healthequity #hamont by @refugehamilton

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13 days ago

Today, September 30, we pause to mark the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day 🧡

It is a day to remember the children who never returned home, honour survivors and their families, and take time to listen, learn, reflect, and renew our commitment to reconciliation.

ℹ️ Event Information

Hamiltonians are invited to come together at West Harbour to honour First Nations, Inuit and Métis Survivors, their families and communities, and reflect on the history and ongoing legacy of residential schools.

🧡 Community Gathering: 10 AM–12 PM
📍 West Harbour, 3 Guise Street

The gathering will include a traditional opening and closing, Spirit Vision Drum & Dancers, poetry by January Rogers, and a keynote by Dr. Karen Hill.

@cityofhamilton

#NationalDayForTruthAndReconciliation #OrangeShirtDay #HamiltonON Poster for National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. taken in Hamilton, Ontario by @refugehamilton

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16 days ago

🌎 Calling all international students! 💛

See you tomorrow at Hamilton Welcomes the World, a FREE event celebrating international students in Hamilton! 🇨🇦✨

🤝 Connect with students from other schools
👋 Receive a special welcome from the Mayor
🌟 Explore community resources at the community fair
🎁 Enjoy fun giveaways!

Come meet new people, discover what Hamilton has to offer, and feel right at home. 💛

📅 Tomorrow
🎟️ FREE to attend!

See you there! 🫶

#hamiltonwelcomestheworld #refugenewcomerhealth #internationalstudents #hamiltonontario by @refugehamilton

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21 days ago

🌸💜Women’s Health Series — Session One🌸💜

✨ What an incredible way to kick off our Women’s Health Series! ✨

What was meant to be a small group session turned into a packed room of incredible women from diverse backgrounds! They asked questions, learned new things, and made great community connections.

Women’s health spans the entire life course: from adolescence and reproductive health to menopause and healthy ageing. In Canada, women’s life expectancy is 83.9 years, underscoring the importance of supporting women’s health at every stage of life.

A heartfelt thank you to ClearAccess Health for collaborating with us on this session. We’re grateful to Hodan and Mable, two incredible nurse practitioners who shared their expertise and continue to make an impact through their work at Refuge, in their own practices, and throughout the community. 💜

DM us and let us know what you’d like to learn about next🌿

#womenshealth #hamont #refugenewcomerhealth #communityhealth #clearaccesshealth by @refugehamilton

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a month ago

Women, this is for you 💜

Join us for a series of health sessions exploring important topics in women’s health across different stages of life. These small-group sessions, facilitated by two expert Nurse Practitioners, are an opportunity to learn, ask questions, share experiences, and gain practical knowledge to help you take charge of your health.

📝Session 1: Women’s Health Across the Lifespan -
An introduction to women’s health topics and considerations throughout different stages of life.

🗓️ Friday, September 18
⏰ 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
📍 100 Main St W, 2nd Floor

📩 Register at info@newcomerhealth or send us a DM.

🥗Lunch provided

Come with your questions and leave with knowledge you can use. 💜

#womenshealth #womenshealthmatters #hamont #hamiltonontario by @refugehamilton

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YOUTH MATCH 2026 with Refugee Newcomer Health 🤍
Grateful to have been a part of such a meaningful event! ✨
#youthmatch #hamilton #photoboothevent #gtaevents #torontoevents taken in David Braley Health Sciences Centre by @refugehamilton

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📢 Are you new to Hamilton? Join us on Wednesday September 16 for our annual Hamilton Welcome Event!

Here’s what you can expect 👇
🤝 Information fair for newcomers (1:30-5:00 PM)
💬 Presentations on employment, legal pathways, and more! (2-3 PM)
📄 Resume help drop-in (3-5 PM) at the Newcomer Learning Centre
📸 FREE LinkedIn photo drop-in (3-5 PM) at the MakerSpace Photo Studio

⌚ 1:30 - 5:00 PM
📍Floor 4, Central Library - @hamiltonlibrary , 55 York Blvd. (Jackson Square)

🚨 Register online by visiting HamiltonImmigration.ca/WelcomingWeek or click the link in our bio.

🍽️ Refreshments (food/drink) will be provided. Free and open at all.

ℹ️ This event is taking place during Welcoming Week, which runs September 10-19, 2026. Welcoming Week is an annual opportunity to recognize and celebrate the people, places and values that help everyone feel welcome and give them a sense of belonging in their local community, no matter where they come from.

#HIPC #HamiltonForAll #HamOnt taken in Hamilton Public Library, Central Branch by @refugehamilton

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We were outside doing outside things 🤩🤩

Thanks to STAC for having us!

📸 @hamontsalsa taken in Tim Hortons Field by @refugehamilton

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Over the weekend we celebrated International Youth Day with our annual Backpack drive initiative. Over 200 bags were distributed to students!

A huge thank you to everyone who contributed and helped make this event possible. Your support helps ensure students have the resources they need to start the new school year with confidence.

#financialliteracy #youthempowerment #hamontyouth #backtoschool #educationmatter by @refugehamilton

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