Mennonite New Life Centre

Classes start June 1!

If you are a mental health professional or aspiring psychotherapist looking to strengthen your English for counselling practice, this supportive online class may be a great fit.

Small group, real-life practice, constructive feedback, and a safe space to build confidence in therapeutic communication.

Spaces are limited.
Register: [email protected]

Join our supportive English for Psychotherapy class

Enhance Your English & Strengthen Your Mental Health Practice
Mental health professionals and aspiring psychotherapists (CLB 7+): gain confidence speaking English in therapeutic settings. Join our English for Psychotherapy class, a warm, practice-focused program designed to help you thrive in Ontario’s mental health field.

Online Classes
June 1 – August 17, 2026
Mondays, 7:00–8:30 PM

What to expect:
• 1.5 hours/week for 12 weeks (18 hours total)
• Small groups (6–12 participants) for personalized attention
• Focused practice in English accuracy, fluency & pronunciation for psychotherapy
• Real-world scenarios, role-plays & constructive feedback in a safe environment

Your Instructor: Brenda Kaya
With 25+ years teaching English to adults, Brenda teaches Professional Communication for Psychotherapists in the BREM program. She understands the language and cultural nuances needed for effective counselling in Ontario.

Who can join?
This class is open to current BREM students, past graduates, and mental health professionals already working in the mental health field who want stronger English for counselling practice. You’ll make meaningful progress in a supportive community of peers who share your goals.
You must have a minimum language score of CLB 7.

No tests. No grades. Just practice, feedback, and growth in your professional voice.

Course fee: $450

Ready to speak with greater confidence?
Spaces are limited. Contact us today to reserve your spot!

Register: [email protected]

Toronto’s hidden nature trails?

Join us on June 13th for our next BEAR Hike — a community walk from Cedarvale Station to Casa Loma featuring a special guided experience with bird researcher and historian Alex Ng!

Together we’ll:
✨ Explore the ravine trails
✨ Learn about birds, wildlife, and Toronto history
✨ Practice outdoor safety and nature care
✨ Share conversation, fresh air, and a community picnic

Whether you’re new to hiking, love nature, or simply want to connect with others in a welcoming environment, we would love to have you with us 💚

📍 Meet at Cedarvale Station
⏰ 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
👨‍👩‍👧 Ages 6+
📣Register by sending an email to: [email protected]

There’s still time to join this event today.
Doors open 7 pm.
Get your tickets now online or show up - cash at the door!
We would genuinely love to fill the room with people who care about safer communities, survivor support, housing stability, and meaningful local action.

Less than ONE week until The Untold Collection. ✨

Join us May 20 at El Mocambo for a powerful night of storytelling, fashion, music, art, community, and conversation in support of Aurora House and MNLC.

Doors open at 7 PM. Come dressed to impress, walk the red carpet, dance, connect, bid in the auction, and be part of something bigger.

Tickets are available now or at the door while capacity lasts. ❤️

Join our supportive English for Psychotherapy class

Enhance Your English & Strengthen Your Mental Health Practice
Mental health professionals and aspiring psychotherapists (CLB 7+): gain confidence speaking English in therapeutic settings. Join our English for Psychotherapy class, a warm, practice-focused program designed to help you thrive in Ontario’s mental health field.

Online Classes
June 1 – August 17, 2026
Mondays, 7:00–8:30 PM

What to expect:
• 1.5 hours/week for 12 weeks (18 hours total)
• Small groups (6–12 participants) for personalized attention
• Focused practice in English accuracy, fluency & pronunciation for psychotherapy
• Real-world scenarios, role-plays & constructive feedback in a safe environment

Your Instructor: Brenda Kaya
With 25+ years teaching English to adults, Brenda teaches Professional Communication for Psychotherapists in the BREM program. She understands the language and cultural nuances needed for effective counselling in Ontario.

Who can join?
This class is open to current BREM students, past graduates, and mental health professionals already working in the mental health field who want stronger English for counselling practice. You’ll make meaningful progress in a supportive community of peers who share your goals.
You must have a minimum language score of CLB 7.

No tests. No grades. Just practice, feedback, and growth in your professional voice.

Course fee: $450

Ready to speak with greater confidence?
Spaces are limited. Contact us today to reserve your spot!

Register: [email protected]

Five minutes ago!

🌸 Happy Friday! See what’s waiting for you next week at MNLC!

🌟 Weekly Highlights:
🔹 Diabetic Education Workshop - Join to learn more about understanding and managing diabetes. | Finch office or online
🔹 Navigating the City workshop - Join our workshop and explore the public transit system (TTC), key neighborhoods, landmarks, etc. | Online
🔹 Art Therapy Group - Join the group. No ART experience is needed | 5 sessions, every Friday | 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm | Online
🔹 Community Health Services with the Health for All Partnership (HAP) Clinic: Free health check-ups, referral to health care providers, health education sessions.

👉 Prior registration is required. Visit our full calendar at https://buff.ly/nVxXVOv for details and to sign up. 👈

🙌 We’re excited to see you next week!

Due to technical difficulties, our offices and online services are closed today. We will notify you as soon as they are available again.

Happy Nowruz from MNLC!
For those who celebrate it, may this new year bring fresh beginnings, happiness, and prosperity to you and your loved ones.
Nowruz Mubarak! ✨🌱