Stories
News, field stories, and updates from the VICCIR team.
A Referral Path That Keeps Momentum
Designing referral handoffs that avoid drop-off between first contact and ongoing care.
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Peer Support Circles That Reduce Isolation
Small group circles are helping newcomers rebuild social trust and daily resilience.
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Holding the First 90 Days Together
How coordinated intake and family support stabilize the most fragile settlement period.
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From Isolation to Belonging
A long-form story on continuity of care and culturally anchored group support.
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Rebuilding Trust Through Community Partnerships
On-the-ground coordination between counsellors, settlement workers, and schools.
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When Language Becomes Safety
How language-aligned counselling changed one newcomer family's first year in Canada.
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