This page is updated regularly.
COVID-19: General information
- Indus’ Programs & Services continue to be available.
- Proof of COVID-19 vaccination
- Getting vaccinated for COVID-19
- Getting tested for COVID-19
- Current measures in Peel Region (Coronavirus)
- COVID-19 Vaccine Q&A with Ontario’s Medical Professionals, featuring Ontario’s medical experts answering questions on why vaccines are important and safe
COVID-19: Important links
- Government of Canada Public Health Plan
- Government of Canada – Travel Advisory
- Government of Canada – Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)
- Government of Canada – Canada’s COVID-19 Economic Response Plan
- Government of Canada – Canada Emergency Wage Subsidy (CEWS)
- Government of Canada – Canada Emergency Student Benefit (CESB)
- Government of Canada – Financial Assistance – Multiple Languages
- Government of Canada – A Guide for Temporary Foreign Workers
- COVID-19 Translated Messages for use in the Community
- Peel Region – Coronavirus
- Government of Ontario – 2019 Novel Coronavirus
- Ontario Human Rights Comission (OHRC) – OHRC Statement on the COVID-19 Pandemic
- William Osler Health System – Coronavirus Information for Patients & Families
- Trillium Health Partners-The 2019 Novel Coronavirus (COVID-19)
- Halton Region – Diseases – Infections – New Corona Virus
- Telehealth Ontario – Get Fast, Free Medical Advice
- OHIP – Ontario Health Insurance Plan
- Toronto Pearson Airport – COVID 19 – What you should know
- City of Mississauga – Coronavirus Response Dashboard
- William Osler Health System – Where To Go For COVID-19 Testing
Help prevent the spread of COVID-19: Infographics-multiple languages
- Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 – Arabic
- Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 – Bengali
- Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 – English
- Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 – Farsi
- Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 – French
- Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 – Gujarati
- Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 – Hindi
- Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 – Punjabi
- Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 – Tamil
- Help Prevent the Spread of COVID-19 – Urdu
- COVID-19 Helpful Resources – Multiple Languages
Indus' International Student's Task Force
- Press Release: Indus Community Services announces the launch of the International Students Task Force
- Students push for inclusion in Canada’s COVID-19 Emergency Benefit.
- Government of Canada-Removing Barriers for International Students working in essential services
- CESB vs CERB – What’s the Difference and are International Students in Canada eligible for both?
Indus Facebook Groups
Petitions
Income Supports & CRA Information
- Accessing Income Support in the wake of COVID-19
- Connecting Ottawa: COVID-19: Social Benefits, Emergency Assistance & Child Benefits
- Connecting Ottawa: Canada Emergency Response Benefit (CERB)
- CERB: A quick reference guide
- Apply for the CERB with CRA
- Repayment of CERB
- A Guide to filing Income-Taxes as a Newcomer to Canada
- Get Support for Families – Ontario.ca
- COVID-19: CRA Support for Individuals
- PM Justin Trudeau – Support for Students and new Grads affected by COVID-19
Information and Supports for your Businesses
Legal Supports
- COVID-19: Updates on the Law and Legal Services
- South Asian Legal Clinic of Ontario (SALCO) – Legal updates- April 14, 2020
- Mississauga Community Legal Services – Service Update – April 23, 2020
- Ministry of the Attorney General – Virtual witnessing of Wills & POA’s for Property and Personal Care
- COVID-19: Family Law Q & A
Food Service Supports
- Peel Food Map
- Saidham Food Bank
- Food Programs in Mississauga
- Food Programs in Brampton & Caledon
- Food Banks Calendar
- Food Banks, Pantries and Meal Programs for People experiencing Homelessness in Brampton
- Food Banks, Pantries and Meal Resources for People experiencing Homelessness in Mississauga
- Where to go to get food in Halton
- Acton Food Share
- Burlington Food Bank
- Kerr Street Mission
- Oakville Food Bank
- Food4Kids
- Food For Life
Community Supports
- COVID-19: What Interim Place is Doing to Keep Our Community Safe
- United Sikhs, City of Brampton and Guru Nanak Missision Centre Gurdwara jointly launch COVID-19 Emergency Response
- COVID-19: Resources for Sponsors & Refugees
- Find Help. 211 Central – COVID 19 Update
- Interim Place – COVID-19 Resource List
- Renewed Computer Technology (RCT) – Do you need a Computer? Outreach Program
- Diversity & Inclusion while working from home- A helpful resource
- Canada India Foundation and Hindu Federation – COVID-19 Help
- ‘The Violence at Home’ signal for Help
- The Mobile Resiliency Crew – Supports for Children, Youth & Seniors
Supports For Our Elderly
- Safety & Fraud Prevention Resource Tool Booklet for Seniors
- Helping Hands – Keeping Our Seniors Safe During COVID-19
- Apna Senior Care – Helping Seniors during the COVID-19 Pandemic
- Amintro Helping Adults 50+ Combat Social Isolation During COVID-19 and Beyond
- MISK Islamic Society of Canada – COVID-19 Campaign
- Active Adult Centre of Mississauga – Sunny’s Sit & Dance Class at home
- Guide to handling Coughs and Colds among the Elderly
- TransHelp -Temporary changes to Passenger Travel
- COVID-19 Seniors Resources- Region of Peel
- Senior to Senior – Anti-Bullying Toolkit – The Sheridan Centre for Elder Research and Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario
- COVID-19 Grocery Shopping Support for Seniors – City of Brampton
- Positive message Hotline for Seniors
- City of Mississauga – Guidance for Older Adults and Caregivers
- Ministry of Seniors and Accessibility – Ontario Community Support
- Seniors Care Tips during COVID-19 – OMNI TV – Video in Punjabi
Health Resources
- Caring for Persons with Dementia” by Sheridan College and Alzheimer’s Society of Peel
- Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) – COVID-19 and Mental Health
- Cleaning and Disinfecting your home – Everyday steps and Extra steps when someone is sick.
- Crisis Response Services for Children, Youth & Families in Peel Region 24/7/365
- Mental Health Fitness Tips – Psychology Matters
- YMCA GTA – Free Classes and Activities for the whole family
- Mental Health Commission of Canada – Free on-line crisis training for essential workers
- Mental Health Supports in Peel Region during COVID-19
Supports for English Language (LINC) Students
Employment Resources
Supports for our Youth & Children
- Translated overviews and audio recordings of Reopening Plans for Families – Peel District School Board
- #COVIBOOK -Supporting and Reassuring Children around the World
- Family Tip Sheet: Tips for creating a Learning Schedule from Home
- A Message for Canadian Children from LEGO PM Justin Trudeau
- My Hero is You – Storybook for Children on COVID-19 by the World Health Organisation
- The Friendship Lab – Helping Kids understand the COVID-19 Pandemic
- Oxford University Press – Oxford Learners Bookshelf – FREE access to 148 Graded Readers
- Free Audio Books from Amazon
Volunteer Opportunities
Useful APPS
Settlement Services
Health Services
Family Services
- Brampton Life Centre
- Peel Think Share
- Center for Addiction & Mental Health
- Supportive Housing in the Province
- Friends & Advocates Peel
- The Peel Committee Against Woman Abuse (PCAWA)
- The HEAL Network
- MIAG
- Sexual Assault/Rape Crisis Centre of Peel
- Assaulted Women’s Helpline
- Oasis Centre des Femmes
- Fem’Aide
