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CUIAS Immigrant Services is a non-profit community organization, providing settlement assistance to immigrants for over 30 years.

CUIAS is a non-profit community organization, providing settlement assistance to immigrants for over 30 years with the support of the federal and provincial governments. CUIAS services include settlement assistance, English language training and immigration consulting.Services are offered in English, Ukrainian, Russian, Polish and Romanian languages.

10/15/2026

🍂 Creative Support Group: “With Gratitude to Yourself” 🍂

CUIAS Immigrant Services invites you to join us for a warm and creative gathering dedicated to gratitude, self-care, and meaningful connection!

Together, we’ll take a moment to slow down, explore gratitude practices for self-support, and create a beautiful handmade greeting card using the art of quilling. Enjoy a cozy autumn atmosphere, express your creativity, and connect with others in a welcoming and supportive space. 💛

✨ What to expect:
🍁 Gratitude practices for self-support
🎨 Creating a handmade card using quilling
🤎 A warm autumn atmosphere and friendly conversation

📅 Date: Saturday, October 17, 2026

🕚 Time: 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

📍 Location: 2383 Bloor St W, Toronto, ON M6S 1P6

🗣️ Language of instruction: Ukrainian

🎟️ Participation is FREE! Registration is required, and space is limited.

🔗 Register for free through the link here or through the link on our story: https://forms.gle/6BH4LrtbjG4Nn58h8

10/12/2026

🍂 Happy Thanksgiving from CUIAS!

Thanksgiving is a time to pause, reflect, and appreciate the people, experiences, and moments that bring meaning to our lives.

For newcomers to Canada, holidays can sometimes feel different than they did back home. You may be creating new traditions while continuing to celebrate the customs, foods, languages, and family traditions that connect you to your roots.

Thanksgiving can also be an opportunity to recognize the journey of building a new life in Canada — the challenges you have overcome, the new opportunities you have found, and the people who have supported you along the way.

This season, we encourage you to take a moment to appreciate the things that bring you a sense of belonging and connection. It could be spending time with family and friends, sharing a meal, calling someone you miss, enjoying a favourite tradition, or simply taking some time for yourself.

At CUIAS Immigrant Services, we are grateful to be part of a diverse and welcoming community. We appreciate everyone who connects with us, participates in our programs and events, and contributes to the communities we share.

💛 Wishing you and your loved ones a warm, peaceful, and meaningful Thanksgiving!

CUIAS offices will be closed all day on October 12th and will reopen on the 13th

🍁 Happy Thanksgiving from everyone at CUIAS!

10/09/2026

“Lived Experiences Heard: Real Voices, Real Change” is the theme of this year’s World Mental Health Day, October 10.

This theme is especially important for immigrants and newcomers. Migration is not just moving to a new country; it also means facing change and uncertainty, losing familiar surroundings, being separated from loved ones, and adapting to a new culture, language, and way of life.

Every migration story is unique. Behind an apparently successful adjustment, there may be anxiety, loneliness, stress, or experiences that are difficult to discuss. That is why it is important to listen to people’s stories, acknowledge their experiences, and create spaces where they can share challenges without judgment.

If you or someone around you is experiencing an emotional crisis, having suicidal thoughts, or needs immediate support, Canada’s 9-8-8 Su***de Crisis Helpline is free, confidential, and available 24/7. Call or text 988 at any time.

Mental Health Support at CUIAS

If you are experiencing stress, anxiety, emotional difficulties, or challenges adjusting to life in Canada, CUIAS Immigrant Services can offer support. A consultation with our Mental Health Consultant can help you assess your situation, receive professional guidance, identify next steps, and learn about available resources and support services.

Sometimes, the first step is simply talking to someone who will listen and help you find support.

Request a consultation using the Mental Health Support Request Form on our website at cuias.org

Free CUIAS and CAMH Webinar: Migration Stress and Emotional Well-Being

CUIAS Immigrant Services and the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) invite you to a free online webinar about emotional well-being during migration and adjustment, including practical ways to cope with common challenges.

📅 Wednesday, October 14, 2026
🕖 7:00 PM Toronto time
💻 Online via Zoom
💰 Free to attend

Register here or through the link in our bio: https://forms.gle/HmMijpSrqkwpsVAo7

CUIAS Immigrant Services is here to support you as you adjust and build a new life in Canada.

10/05/2026

CUIAS Immigrant Services invites you to a free online webinar, “Migration Stress and Wellness,” taking place on Wednesday, October 14, 2026, at 7:00 PM Toronto time via Zoom.

Migration and adapting to a new life can bring many changes and challenges. During this webinar, we will explore how migration and the settlement process can affect our emotional well-being and discuss practical ways to cope with common challenges.

We will discuss migration and settlement stress, common emotional challenges before, during, and after migration, and the process of adjusting to a new country, culture, and environment. We will also explore ways to manage stress, uncertainty, and feelings of isolation.

Participants will learn how to recognize signs that stress may be affecting their well-being and explore practical strategies for supporting emotional wellness.

We will also discuss building resilience and identifying personal strengths that can help during periods of change and adjustment.

Guest Speaker:
Oksana Babii, MSW, BSW, RSW (she/her) — Counsellor / Social Worker, Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH).

The webinar will take place online via Zoom.
Registration is required to receive the Zoom invitation link. Please make sure you provide a correct email address when registering.

Register Here or through the link on our story: https://forms.gle/McAFJwumHaE5NeU2A

The webinar will be recorded. If you are unable to attend the live session, you will be able to request a recording and watch it at a later time.

The language of instruction is Ukrainian

Organized by: CUIAS Immigrant Services (Canadian Ukrainian Immigrant Aid Society).

Information collected through the registration form is confidential and is used by CUIAS Immigrant Services only for internal reporting to IRCC regarding services provided.

10/01/2026

🍂 October Practices for a Gentle Autumn

As Canadian Thanksgiving approaches, it’s a wonderful time to pause and reflect on what we are grateful for – and to appreciate the small things that bring warmth and meaning into our lives.

Autumn brings change: shorter days, cooler mornings, and a different rhythm. Sometimes our mood changes with the season too. We may feel less energetic, more nostalgic, or simply need quieter space and rest.

Here are a few gentle practices to support yourself this October:

🍁 Slow down.

Give yourself permission to do things a little more slowly. Not every day needs to be productive.

☕ Create a small autumn ritual.

A warm drink, a candle, a favorite blanket, or a walk among the trees – simple rituals can bring comfort and a sense of stability.

🌿 Reconnect with nature.

Even a 15-minute walk outside can help you reconnect with your body, your surroundings, and the present moment.

📝 Notice what you need.

Instead of asking yourself, “What should I be doing?”, try asking:
“What do I need today?”

Rest? Connection? Movement? Quiet? Support?

💛 Practice gratitude gently.

At the end of the day, notice one small thing you appreciate. It doesn’t have to be something extraordinary – a kind message, a sunny afternoon, or a moment of peace is enough.

And perhaps the most important practice: allow yourself to change with the season. You don’t have to feel the same way in October as you did in July. Different seasons can bring different needs – and that’s okay.

This Thanksgiving, may we find moments of gratitude, connection, and kindness toward ourselves and others. 🍂

09/30/2026

🧡 Orange Shirt Day – September 30

September 30 is Orange Shirt Day and the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation in Canada. It is a day to honour Residential School Survivors, remember the children who never returned home, and learn about the history and lasting impacts of the residential school system.

Why do we wear orange?

Orange Shirt Day was created in 2013 by residential school Survivor Phyllis Webstad, whose story has become central to the day’s message.

In 1973, when Phyllis was six years old, she was excited to attend residential school in British Columbia. Her grandmother had bought her a new, bright orange shirt for her first day. When she arrived at the school, her clothing was taken away, including her new shirt, which was never returned.

Phyllis later shared how the experience made her feel that she did not matter. Her story inspired Orange Shirt Day and the message “Every Child Matters.”

Remembering the residential school system

For more than a century, the residential school system forcibly separated many First Nations, Inuit and Métis children from their families and communities. The system sought to assimilate Indigenous children by separating them from their cultures, languages, traditions and families. Survivors have shared experiences of neglect, abuse and profound loss, and the effects continue to be felt across generations.

The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation was established in 2021 in response to the Truth and Reconciliation Commission’s Call to Action 80. September 30 provides an opportunity to listen, learn, remember and reflect on the history and legacy of residential schools.

At CUIAS, we recognize the importance of learning about the history of the land we now call home and reflecting on what truth and reconciliation mean for communities across Canada.

This September 30, take time to learn, listen and reflect.

Every Child Matters.

09/25/2026

🔔 Reminder! Our “Anti-Stress” Support Group meeting is this Saturday!

CUIAS invites you to join our “Anti-Stress” Support Group — a safe and comfortable space where you can talk about your feelings, explore emotions, share your experiences, and connect with others who may be facing similar challenges.

The theme of the meeting is “Speak. Listen. Understand.” Together, we will discuss how to openly communicate our feelings and needs, listen to others, and find common ground even in difficult situations.

This group is an opportunity to share experiences, support one another, and discover ways to better cope with challenges while gradually restoring inner balance and emotional well-being.

📅 September 26, 2026 | 11:00 AM–1:00 PM
📍 2383 Bloor St W, ON, M6S 1P6

🔗 Register link here or through the link on our story or website:
https://forms.gle/BkTrqdQMaRb7BUyL6

Participation is free. Registration is required.

We look forward to seeing you! 💙💛

Organizer: Canadian Ukrainian Immigrant Aid Society (CUIAS).

09/24/2026

📢 Job Fair from Our Community Partners!

CUIAS is sharing information about the upcoming JVS Job Fair, hosted by our community partners at JVS Toronto.

Explore job opportunities with 14+ employers across a variety of industries and apply for positions including customer service, healthcare, skilled trades, manufacturing, education, transportation, sales, and more!

📅 Thursday, October 8, 2026
⏰ 10 AM–2 PM
📍 45 Hallcrown Pl, North York, M2J 4Y4
💼 14+ employers
📋 Multiple positions available
🆓 Free

Some of the available roles include:
• CNC Machinist
• Customer Service
• Medical Receptionist
• Early Childhood Educator
• IT Specialist
• Machine Operator
• Pharmacy Assistant
• Registered Nurse
• Sales Representative
• And more!

📌 Apply today and learn more here or on our story:
www.jvstoronto.org/workshop-calendar/jobfair-oct08/

This event is organized by our community partners at JVS Toronto.

CUIAS is sharing this opportunity with our community.

09/23/2026

📢 Hiring Event from Our Community Partners!

CUIAS is sharing an upcoming In-Person Hiring Event hosted by our community partners on Friday, September 25, from 10 AM–5 PM in Mississauga.

With 30+ GTA employers hiring for multiple roles, the event will feature opportunities across a variety of industries, including healthcare, childcare, construction, hospitality, retail, transportation, security, public services, and more.

Participants can also connect with community partners and learn about available employment opportunities.

📅 Friday, September 25, 2026
⏰ 10 AM–5 PM
📍 Mississauga
👥 30+ GTA employers

📌 Registration is required. The exact address will be provided after registration.

Register through this link or through the link on our story!

https://www.ymcagta.org/employment-services/YMCAJobFairSeptember252026

This event is organized by CUIAS community partners. We are sharing this opportunity with our community.

Address

2383 Bloor Street W
Toronto, ON
M6S1P6

Opening Hours

Monday	9am - 5pm
Tuesday	9am - 5pm
Wednesday	9am - 5pm
Thursday	9am - 5pm
Friday	9am - 5pm
Saturday	9:30am - 3pm

Telephone

+14167674595

Website

http://www.cuias.org/

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