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SEPTEMBER - 2026

FRIENDS & ADVOCATES 

NEWS-A-PEEL

Pink Birthday Cake
Pink Birthday Cake
Pink Birthday Cake
Cherry Blossom Tree
Cherry Blossom Tree
Cherry Blossom Tree
Breakfast
Breakfast
Breakfast
Meditation At Home
Pink Balloons

SEPTEMBER BIRTHDAYS

Victor, Phil, Michelle, Jeremy, Jocelyn, Robert, Gamel, Jason, Alice, Paul, Sonja, Donna, Maharanie, Harlon, Mandy, Parbatee, Anthony, Loraine, Viola, Rosario, Wenceslaus

Have a very Happy Birthday!

STAFF NEWS

We are excited to welcome our new placement students, Teneeya and Dania, to the Friends & Advocates team!

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We're excited to share that Nabila & Sahibpreet will be staying with Friends & Advocates Peel a little longer!

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BRAMPTON WRAP

We're excited to share that WRAP is coming to Brampton! 

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When: Every Thursday for 8 weeks (September 10 - November 5)

Time: 1:00pm - 4:00pm

Where: Catholic Family Services of Peel - The Honourable William G. Davis Centre

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Join us for this supportive and interactive workshop where you can learn practical tools, connect with others, and create your own personalized WRAP plan.

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Call the office to register and we look forward to seeing you there!

Instructions to join All Zoom Activities

JOIN ZOOM USING A COMPUTER: http://zoom.us/join

 

JOIN ZOOM ON THE PHONE

Dial: 647 558-0588

 

ALL ZOOM ACTIVITIES

Meeting ID: 325 368 5712

Password: 12345

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12:00 a.m.
International Overdose Awareness Day
11:00 a.m.
Zoom August Trivia
2:00 p.m.
Brampton Mini Golf
2:00 p.m.
North Etobicoke Outdoor Colouring
3:00 p.m.
Zoom Alphabet Game
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11:00 a.m.
Zoom Writer's Collective of Canada
1:30 p.m.
Zoom Questions Only Activity
3:00 p.m.
Zoom Social & Leisure
7:00 p.m.
Zoom Recipe Sharing Activity
2
11:00 a.m.
Zoom Wellness Wednesday: Healthy Boundaries
3:00 p.m.
Zoom Origami
3
11:00 a.m.
Zoom Self-Esteem & Mindfulness Workshop (5)
3:00 p.m.
Zoom Two Truths & a Lie
4
11:00 a.m.
Zoom Readers Corner
3:00 p.m.
Zoom Social
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12:00 a.m.
Labor Day
8
12:00 a.m.
International Literacy Day
11:00 a.m.
Zoom Writer's Collective of Canada
2:00 p.m.
Brampton Games Afternoon
3:00 p.m.
Zoom International Literacy Day Small Talk
7:00 p.m.
Zoom Peer Support
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11:00 a.m.
Zoom Wellness Wednesday: Countering Isolation & Loneliness
2:00 p.m.
Mississauga Nintendo
3:00 p.m.
Zoom Black Health & Social Services Hub Living Series
10
12:00 a.m.
World Suicide Prevention Day
11:00 a.m.
Zoom Women's Group
1:00 p.m.
Brampton WRAP
3:00 p.m.
Zoom Appreciating Life Small Talk
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11:00 a.m.
Zoom Empathy Small Talk
2:00 p.m.
North Etobicoke Nintendo
3:00 p.m.
Zoom Social
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11:00 a.m.
Zoom Check-In
1:30 p.m.
Zoom Community Corner
2:00 p.m.
Brampton Mindfulness Afternoon
3:00 p.m.
Zoom Environmental Awareness & Sustainable Living Small Talk
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12:00 a.m.
International Day of Democracy
11:00 a.m.
Zoom Writer's Collective of Canada
1:30 p.m.
Zoom International Day of Democracy Small Talk
3:00 p.m.
Zoom Name that Tune
7:00 p.m.
Zoom World Cultures Trivia
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11:00 a.m.
F&A 40th Anniversary Party
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11:00 a.m.
Zoom National Recovery Month Small Talk
1:00 p.m.
Brampton WRAP
3:00 p.m.
Zoom Spanish Basics
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12:00 a.m.
International Equal Pay Day
11:00 a.m.
Zoom Terry Fox Small Talk
2:00 p.m.
North Etobicoke Peer Support
2:00 p.m.
Mississauga Uno & Colouring
3:00 p.m.
Zoom Social
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12:00 a.m.
International Day of Peace
11:00 a.m.
Zoom Check-In
1:30 p.m.
Zoom World Gratitude Day Small Talk
2:00 p.m.
Mississauga Outdoor Diamond Art
3:00 p.m.
Zoom The Cross Community Services Association Living Series
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11:00 a.m.
Zoom Writer's Collective of Canada
1:30 p.m.
Zoom Toxic Friendships Small Talk
3:00 p.m.
Zoom Embracing Change Small Talk
7:00 p.m.
Zoom Riddle Me This
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12:00 a.m.
International Day of Sign Languages
12:00 a.m.
Celebrate Bisexuality Day
11:00 a.m.
Zoom Wellness Wednesday: Building Confidence
1:30 p.m.
Zoom Peer Support
2:00 p.m.
North Etobicoke Outdoor Games & Colouring
3:00 p.m.
Zoom Wordle & Murdle
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10:30 a.m.
Brampton Journey Neighbourhood: Creative Writing
1:00 p.m.
Brampton WRAP
3:00 p.m.
Zoom Developing Self-Compassion Small Talk
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11:00 a.m.
Zoom Healthy Eating Small Talk (part 2)
1:30 p.m.
Zoom Gratitude in Action
2:00 p.m.
North Etobicoke Humber Arboretum Park Walk
2:00 p.m.
Brampton Peer Support
3:00 p.m.
Zoom Social
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Day (1/2)
Staff Development Day
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Day (2/2)
Staff Development Day
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12:00 a.m.
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
2:00 p.m.
Mississauga Kariya Park Walk
3:00 p.m.
Zoom Mishkiki Truth & Reconciliation Living Series
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WCC RETURNS

Ready to explore your creativity through writing? Join the Writers Collective of Canada (WCC) for a 10 week virtual writing program designed to provide a welcoming space for creativity, self-expression, and connection. 

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Whether you already love writing or simply want to try something new, this is a great opportunity.

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Location: Zoom

Every Tuesday (September 1 - November 10) at 11am

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Grab a pen, your favourite notebook, or simply bring your ideas - and join us for a creative journey!

40th ANNIVERSARY

We're excited to celebrate 40 years of Friends & Advocates Peel with our clients, staff and community! 

Join us for a special anniversary celebration filled with good food, great company and plenty of fun. We are honoured to welcome David Smith, CEO of CMHA Peel Dufferin, as keynote speaker for our 40th anniversary celebration. With extensive experience in community mental health and healthcare leadership, David has dedicated his career to strengthening community-based services and supporting innovative care. We look forward to his insights as we celebrate 40 years of service, dedication and impact. 

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Location: Autaq Banquet Hall, Mississauga 

Brampton Bus Pick-Up: 10:45am

Etobicoke Bus Pick-Up: 10:30am

Mississauga Clients will make their own way to and from the venue. 

Return Pick-Up: 4:30pm

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A SPECIAL FALL SURPRISE

We have a special surprise outing planned for you this fall! We'll be heading to St. Jacobs Farmers' Market for a fun day of exploring, shopping and enjoying the beautiful fall atmosphere! There will also be a special tractor/wagon ride as part of the outing!

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Registration will open on September 21st and close on September 25th. Space is limited. Get ready for a fun fall adventure!

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Thursday, October 8

Outing Time: 11:00am - 3:00pm

Bus Pick-Up: 9:30am in ALL SERVICE AREAS

Departure: 3:00pm

Return: approximately 4:30pm

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