Featured Projects
Mental Health Project
During Sinai Foundation Canada's participation in the Canada Summer Job program for the year 2022, six university students worked together to develop an initiative surrounding mental health to promote mental health awareness and educational resources. The students from different fields worked together and benefited from this program as they advanced their research, problem-solving, collaboration, critical thinking and many more skills which will help them in their professional life and future careers.
The project was developed with the aim to promote mental health awareness and educational resources. As part of this initiative, we developed different educational booklets involving stress management, emotional intelligence and anxiety and depression in order to dispense knowledge on what these topic areas include and how to navigate/cope if we are directly experiencing any of the related mental health issues. Furthermore, a section was added to our website for further resources and support from different organizations that individuals can access.
Check out our booklets!
Emotional Intelligence
Stress Management
Depression and Anxiety
Mental Health Resources
- Call toll free at
1-866-531-2600 - Free 24/7 access to healthcare services
- Access their online chat room here
- Call toll free at
1-877-330-3213 or dial 211 - This provincial hotline provides information on programs and social services in your community ranging including food, family services, and homelessness.
- Access their online chat room here
- Call toll free at
1-866-345-0224 - A free skill-building program managed by the Canadian Mental Health Association
- Is designed to help adults and young adults manage low mood, mild to moderate depression and anxiety, stress or worry
- Call toll free at
1-866-925-5454 (Ontario) - A line specifically for post-secondary students that provides mental health support services for those in crisis or in need of help
- Call toll free at
1-800-668-6868 - A line that allows for youth to connect and talk to other youth or talk to a counsellor about their problems
- Call toll free at
1-855-242-3310 - Feel free to also their online chat room here
- The helpline provides mental health counselling and helps those that want to talk, are distressed, or are in any other crisis. The line is open 24/7
- Find mental health and addiction services on the Ontario provincial website
- Locations for clinics and important hotlines can be found here
- If you are in distress, crisis, or are experiencing suicidal thoughts, DCO can help
- An official Ontario website containing information and resources regarding mental health in the workplace
- Provides information on topics such as rights and responsibilities, health and safety, and insurance
Providing First Aid Training Workshops
Sinai Foundation Canada gave the opportunity to individuals who were interested in attending a First Aid and CPR training workshop to attend at a discounted rate. This training workshop affiliated with the Canadian Red Cross provides participants with a completion certification and helps individuals develop vital life-saving knowledge and skills essential for not only saving a life, but also for those looking to meet a variety of workplace requirements.
CPR & First Aid Booklet
Ecological Grief Program
During the COVID-19 lockdown in 2020-2021, the Sinai Foundation Canada recognized the heightened levels of ecological grief and stress within the community. In response, we launched a specialized Ecological Grief Program aimed at providing emotional and psychological support during these challenging times. The program featured a series of online sessions that combined music therapy, physical exercises, and virtual outdoor activities to help participants manage their eco-anxiety and reconnect with nature.
Program Highlights:
- Music Therapy: These sessions utilized soothing nature sounds and collaborative music-making to help participants express their emotions and reduce stress.
- Physical Exercises: Incorporating elements of yoga and tai chi, these exercises were designed to promote physical well-being and mental relaxation.
- Virtual Outdoor Activities: Guided nature walks and mindfulness practices were conducted online to help participants feel connected to the natural world, despite the lockdown constraints.
The program catered to a diverse group of participants, including seniors, parents, single parents, and youth, addressing their unique needs and fostering a sense of community during an isolating time. Additionally, we provided essential services such as free groceries delivered to the doors of needy seniors, single parents, and foreign students who were quarantined, ensuring their basic needs were met during the lockdown.
These programs were offered in collaboration with Red Cross Canada and the Government of Canada, leveraging their resources and expertise to maximize the reach and impact of our efforts. From learning through COVID-19 and its effects, Sinai Foundation Canada engaged university students to develop resources to address mental health issues as a new project, enhancing our commitment to supporting the community's well-being.
This initiative provided a vital outlet for community members, offering solace and support during an unprecedented time of isolation and environmental concern. The feedback from participants highlighted the program's effectiveness in fostering a sense of community and emotional resilience.
For more information about our ongoing efforts and future programs, please visit our website or contact us directly.