Christine Wincentaylo
Christine Wincentaylo is a Social Worker and is completing her social work degree within the next year at Grant MacEwan University in Treaty 6 (Amiskwaciywaskahikan). She is a speaker, advocate, and resource within the mental health space.
A Tin A Day (ATAD)
A Tin A Day creates social change within homeless populations in Edmonton and the surrounding areas by providing self-care tins to individuals. These tins include essentials, all compacted in a container. These tins are donated; otherwise, they would have ended up in the landfill. Mental health plays an essential role in what A Tin A Day supports. Additionally, a QR code inside the tin lids directs individuals to mental health resources on the "A Tin A Day" website. The QR code is accessible to individuals with any technology that can scan a QR code—learning new and creative ways to give access to mental health resources & support to all Edmontonians.
https://atinadayatad.wixsite.com/websiteAbout this Project
Communities Served
My project will involve and/or impact the following communities:
United Nations Sustainable Development Goals
When it comes to community impact projects, the UN has created 17 Sustainable Development Goals. These are the Sustainable Development Goals associated with my project.
How the project works
We will update the A Tin A Day website to facilitate the creation of self-care tins, and partner with a small business to source soap for the essential items included in the tins. We also want to focus on expanding our team and building more connections throughout the community.
Project Impact
A Tin A Day will focus on the mental well-being by providing accessible self-care tools in the form of thoughtfully curated tins. By partnering with local businesses, the project fosters community support and economic growth while empowering individuals to prioritize their mental health. This initiative promotes self-care, reduces stress, and builds a stronger, more resilient community.
Project Mission
To ensure that every Edmontonian has access to the mental health support they need, through the creation of self-care tins.
Project Team
My team consists of: a social media manager, web designer, tin creators, and community outreach + partnership lead
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