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Mountainside Residences

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According to a 2021 Census of Population report by Statistics Canada, over 281,000 people of Filipino descent call Toronto home. Despite this growing presence, many Filipinos continue to face significant barriers to mental health support due to cultural stigma and a lack of accessible, culturally informed resources.

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My name is Cherry, and my pronouns are she/her. This initiative was born from both personal experience and academic passion. As part of my capstone project in the Addiction and Mental Health program at Seneca College, I created this platform to address the mental health challenges faced by our Filipino community in Toronto. My family immigrated from the Philippines to Canada in 1999, and growing up, I witnessed firsthand the stigma surrounding mental health and the difficulties in accessing support.

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This website serves as a safe and inclusive space for Filipinos to learn, connect, and find culturally responsive resources. By raising awareness, breaking the silence, and fostering open conversations, I hope to empower individuals and families to seek support, build resilience, and embrace healing.

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Thank you for being part of this journey toward mental health awareness and well-being in our community.

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Land Acknowledgment

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We humbly acknowledge that we are on the traditional lands of the Anishinaabe, Haudenosaunee, Wendat, and the Mississaugas of the Credit First Nation. Long before Toronto became the diverse city it is today, these lands were home to Indigenous communities who have cared for them since time immemorial. As Filipino-Canadians, we recognize that our journey to this land is part of a larger history, one that connects us to the struggles and resilience of Indigenous Peoples. Acknowledging this truth is not just a formality; it is a responsibility. It is a commitment to learning, honouring, and standing in solidarity with those whose lands we now call home. For those of us on converging journeys of mental health and reconciliation, Pinoy Wellness encourages you to engage with the 94 Calls to Action, from the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada by paying particular attention to these calls to action, as they pertain to mental health.   
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How are we connected? Filipinos have been in what’s currently called Canada for longer than many realize. Benson Flores was the first documented Filipino immigrant who came to British Columbia in 1861, even before that province became part of Canada.  Like Indigenous Peoples of Turtle Island, our ancestors knew what it meant to be displaced, to hold on to culture despite oppression, and to build a life in a place that was not always welcoming. Today, as we thrive and contribute to the fabric of this country, we must also remember that our presence is tied to a history of colonization; both our own and that of Indigenous Peoples. By acknowledging this history, we honour our shared resilience and take an active role in reconciliation, ensuring that we move forward with respect, unity, and a deep appreciation for those who have long been stewards on these lands. 

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Toronto, ON, Canada

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