Community based agency that creates safer, confidential, and inclusive spaces and services in York Region for vulnerable and marginalized people.
Newmarket, ON
Joined September 2010
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It's World Hepatitis C Day:
Together, we are building stronger pathways to Test. Detect. Treat. Connect. and create communities where everyone can access the support they need.
#WorldHepatitisDay #HepCElimination #HarmReduction #CommunityHealth #Partnerships #YRPH
In the news: yorkregion.com/life/local-ju…
Did you know? Today, June 5th 2026, is HIV Long-Term Survivors Awareness Day (HLTSAD). It honors the resilience of those who have live and have lived with HIV. Visit bit.ly/4ui7TlA and hiv.gov/.../aware.../hiv-lon… to learn more.
We're proud 2 B part of the African Canadian Child Welfare Ushauri. ACCWU is a community initiative created to support & uplift Black children, youth, & families in York Region through advocacy, connection, & care.
#ACCWU #RaceEquity #OneVisionOneVoice #ChildWelfare #YorkRegion
Today, September 30th, CAYR Community Connections will be closed to honour Canada’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. Today is a day to listen, to reflect, and to learn. youtube.com/watch?v=BMPMRJGJ…
Come together with us for a meaningful evening of remembrance as we honour the lives lost to drug poisoning.
CAYR will be closed for the holiday Tuesday July 1 2025 and will re-open its office doors at 9am on the 2nd. For any emergencies please see our website contact page: cayrcc.org/contact-us/ Be well and stay safe.
HCV testing guidelines tied to increased screening for pregnant women healio.com/news/womens-healt…
🚨 Eye-opening data from @Roche shows major gaps in public understanding of hepatitis B & C — with stigma and misinformation holding back testing rates.
We need stronger awareness, reduced stigma, and easier access to testing.
📖 Full report: zurl.co/8iREA
📝 A new survey from @Roche reveals some alarming gaps in understanding hepatitis B & C, with stigma & misconceptions driving low testing rates.
Awareness campaigns, anti-stigma efforts, & accessible testing are desperately needed.
Read the full report: zurl.co/8iREA
A wonderful video by CATIE, showing the importance of newcomers getting tested for Hepatitis B and C.
Check out episodes 1-3 of Canada’s hottest new fake medical drama, Routine Practice. Watch and learn why immigrants from high-prevalence countries should be offered #hepatitis B and C screening.
Watch the full episodes at routinepractice.ca 📺
#viralhepatitis #Canada
CAYR COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS retweeted
Check out episodes 1-3 of Canada’s hottest new fake medical drama, Routine Practice. Watch and learn why immigrants from high-prevalence countries should be offered #hepatitis B and C screening.
Watch the full episodes at routinepractice.ca 📺
#viralhepatitis #Canada
Breaking the Stigma: The Importance of HIV Testing and Treatment in the ACB Community. cayrcc.org/breaking-the-stig…
📢 Join Us for a FREE Hep C Testing Drive!
🗓 Date: Thursday, Feb 13
🕧 Time: 12:30 PM - 3:00 PM
📍 Location: The Link, 20849 Dalton Rd, Sutton, Georgina
🍽️ Enjoy Refreshments & Food!
🚗 Need Transportation? Contact us at 905-715-3691
CAYR COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS retweeted
CATIE News: Hepatitis C treatment in advanced liver disease results in similar survival in people with and without HIV coinfection. Read more: catie.ca/catie-news/hepatiti… #cdnhealth #hepatitisC #HIVcan
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🇨🇦 @CBCNews takes a look at how "At-home test kits for #HIV, STIs aim to remove barriers for people in Waterloo region, Guelph and area" cbc.ca/news/canada/kitchener…
CAYR COMMUNITY CONNECTIONS retweeted
#HepatitisB virus infection is a serious public health issue in #Canada. Although there is limited data on prevalence in Canada, we know that there were an estimated 250,000- 460,000 individuals living with #HBV infection in 2018.
#viralhepatitis
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