Together for Mental Wellness | Events | Canadian Tamils' Chamber of Commerce

Dear Members,

Silence is not a solution. Every day, we see the impact of mental health struggles in our
community, and we are losing individuals far too often. It is time to move from silence to
knowledge.

We are hosting a crucial event on May 9th to provide our families, youth, and friends with the
tools they need to respond when someone is struggling.

Event Details:
• Date: Saturday, May 9, 2026
• Time: 6:00 PM
• Location: CTCC Business Centre, 80 Travail Road, Unit 1, Markham (Markham and 14th)

Featured Speakers:
• Dr. Jonathan Bertram: Physician at CAMH and Clinical Lecturer at the University of Toronto. A
world-class expert in mental health and addiction.
• Archana Lingendran: Registered Social Worker and Psychotherapist specializing in DBT, crisis
intervention, and suicide prevention.

What You Will Learn:
• For Parents: Specific steps to take if your child is struggling.
• For Youth: How to speak up when you see a peer in pain.
• For Everyone: Professional help and helplines available right now in our community.

This conversation is vital. When a life is taken, we often ask, "What could we have done?"

This event is designed to answer that question before a crisis happens.

Please join us. Your presence could save a life.

Best regards,

Kayan Kanesalingam

VP External Affairs
Canadian Tamils' Chamber of Commerce (CTCC)