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Green Hills

Fostering a supportive environment for the mental health and wellness of Indigenous youth

About Us

Officially established in May 2021, the PTERYX Foundation of Culture and Education is a Canadian nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering the well-being of Indigenous and minority youth. We achieve this through inclusive cultural events and a range of mental health resources.

 

 

At PTERYX, We offer:

Our
Missions

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Stop the stigma and raise awareness

of mental health disorders in Indigenous and minority communities

Eradicate economic barriers

by offering free services for Indigenous and minority youth in desperate need

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Provide accessible, reliable and timely

mental health support to Indigenous and minority youth in Canada

Key Facts & Highlights

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 minority adolescents supported

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educational events held

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active members contributing

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schools and orgs in collaboration

Our Impact

  • British Columbia
  • Saskatchewan
  • Manitoba
  • Ontario
  • Quebec
  • Newfoundland and Labrador
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Supported By

  • Canadian Federal Government
  • 5 Secondary Schools Within the Halton District School Board
  • 11 Post Secondaries 

Olivia J.

High School Student, Winnipeg

"Dealing with mental health challenges can be incredibly lonely, but your foundation has been a beacon of hope."
 

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