The PAC Celebrates Black History Month

Happy Black History Month!

It has been 26 years since the House of Commons officially recognized February as Black History Month in Canada. Despite history being formed by everyone – no matter the colour of their skin, systematic racism ensures that the stories that are told in society are those of the dominant – ie: white – culture. February has become a month to spotlight those stories that aren’t in our kids’ textbooks yet and to celebrate the accomplishments of Black people.
 
Over the next four weeks, the Hastings Anti-Racism Committee (HARC) will send out a weekly email with some of those stories. We encourage you, as parents, to bring some or all of these stories to your kids. They are interested to hear what you learn about too! If you are not already receiving PAC emails, simply subscribe to the enewsletter on this site or email info@hastingspac.ca
 
Also, come to HARC’s on-line meeting on Monday, March 1st and tell us what you learned and liked through these emails.
 
 

Speaker Series Volume 2

Mental Health and Wellness Tools for Children and Families during COVID

This online workshop explores the impact of COVID on the mental health of children & families, and provides tools to support better mental well being.

Date and Time
Thu, February 11, 2021
6:30 PM – 7:30 PM PST
 
About this Event
We are more connected today, than we have ever been in human history; however, in some ways we have never been lonelier. COVID has exacerbated this separation and has resulted in a mental health crisis, not only in Canada but globally, and this has particular implications for our children.
 
At this workshop, Ali will explore how our mental health is being impacted during these challenging times, and will introduce various clinical tools to support ourselves and our children. He will also focus on how to best provide a supportive environment for our children.
 
**This is a donation-based event and everyone is welcome. You may attend for free, or provide a donation that will help cover the costs of the speaker.**
 
About the Speaker
Over the last twenty years, Ali Afzali has had the privilege of working with and supporting individuals and groups in achieving their social and emotional goals. He have clinical experience in various sectors including child and youth mental health, addictions and foster care, and has extensive training in trauma, depression, anxiety, stress management, and relationship issues. As a father, he understands the struggles that come with parenting and is here to help you come up with positive, creative solutions.
 
For more information, go to https://afzalicounselling.com/
 
For planning purposes we appreciate if you can register ahead of time. Simply click below to secure your spot. We hope to see you there!