William Ssesanga arrived in August, a refugee from a country where being gay can bring you a death penalty. In Toronto, in all of Canada, he knew no one.
"The World Health Organization.suggested an equity approach framework to prioritize such vulnerable populations for access to resources..Creating a framework for information sharing and dissemination, after analyzing these barriers, is an important strategy during the COVID-19 pandemic to contain the outbreak and mitigate the impact."
WINDSOR, ONT. Talk, text and join in on social media for Bell Let’s Talk Day on Thursday. The ongoing impacts of COVID-19 mean that now more than ever, every action counts in moving Canada’s mental health forward. You can join the conversation to support those who struggle while also driving Bell’s donations to Canadian mental health simply by talking, texting and participating on social media. “The stress and uncertainty of COVID-19 has impacted all of us, and the need for a heightened focus on the mental health of Canadians is clear,” said Mary Deacon, chair of Bell Let’s Talk. “We’re highlighting the actions we can all take during these challenging times to stay connected and enable better mental health for our families, friends and colleagues. We invite you to share your ideas, join in virtual events nationwide and make your voice heard on our 11th annual Bell Let’s Talk Day tomorrow!”