Black History
28 days of February has gone by and Black History Month is over. What does that mean exactly? It is important for certain days or timeframes being dedicated to the cause of awareness. There are […]
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The Challenge Continues
While 2020 may be behind us, challenges in this new year remain and we need to stay strong and work together. The first few months (January, February & the first weeks of March) of a […]
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Returning from Self-Isolation
2020 has certainly been a year that will go down in history. It has brought smiles, sadness, and solitude for many people around the globe. For a person living with HIV, these emotions may be a […]
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We’re Failing Indigenous Communities When It Comes to PrEP
Kicking off on World AIDS Day, Aboriginal AIDS Awareness Week runs from December 1-5. Although the need to address HIV/AIDS is year-round, these five days give us a boost in increasing awareness and knowledge, helping […]
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Red for Change 2020
Red for Change is an annual social media campaign to raise awareness with the purpose of battling the stigma that surrounds HIV and AIDS. This campaign runs from now up to December 1st, World AIDS […]
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Moving Locations
CAYR COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS is excited to announce that we are on the move from our current location in Richmond Hill. Our destination, Newmarket! Visit our website contact page for our new address. We look forward […]
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Continued Support; Now and Always
On June 3, 2020, CAYR COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS, as a Social Justice organization, issued a statement in Solidarity with Black Lives Matter; and in support of racial equality and all who search for it. That statement […]
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Generosity
Even in these times of uncertainty and restlessness, around various corners you can still find enormous amounts of kindness being given. Working in non-profit, along with volunteering to lend a hand, and even outside of […]
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NEW EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ANNOUNCEMENT
On behalf of the Board of Directors at CAYR Community Connections (CAYR), I am pleased to announce the appointment of Marie Morton to Executive Director of CAYR effective June 22, 2020. In Marie’s own words: […]
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A Statement of Support
CAYR COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS, as a Social Justice organization, stands firmly in Solidarity with Black Lives Matter; in support of racial equality and all who search for it. We all stand with the people and communities […]