We are change agents who are passionate about resilient communities and building community connections. If you are interested in organizing an education session on topics related to mental health and substance use, please contact us.

It is common for youth to have many new experiences as they age, including trying out substances such as alcohol or cannabis. With their minds and bodies still developing, substance use may lead to or affect physical or mental health. It is important to talk openly about substance use with your child starting at an early age. This session will provide you with tools and resources to have meaningful conversations with the children and youth in your life.

Across Canada, e-cigarette use, also known as vaping, is reaching new heights amongst teenagers. This presentation will focus on common devices used for vaping, substances vaped such as nicotine and cannabis, and the health risks associated with vaping. We will present on how to engage in challenging conversations with your young person regarding vaping.  

It is normal for children and youth to experience various types of emotional distress as they develop and mature. To promote positive mental health, it is important to be aware of mental illnesses, recognize signs, engaging in meaningful conversations, and support a balanced life. This presentation will support you in gaining a greater understanding of mental health and reflect on how you can support the young people in your life.

Anxiety is one of the most common mental health concerns affecting children and families across the lifespan. Parents and schools play an essential role in helping children manage their anxiety. This session will explore what anxiety and stress are, how to recognize it, and how to support resilience.

Children and youth are spending increasing amounts of time on digital devices, making screen time and online behaviour important issues for families and communities. This presentation will highlight how screen use affects development, sleep, learning, and mental health, as well as the skills needed for safe and respectful digital citizenship. Participants will learn practical ways to guide young people in building healthy digital routines and navigating online spaces responsibly.

Social media plays a significant role in the lives of young people, shaping their identity, relationships, and well-being. This presentation will explore common platforms, the potential benefits and risks of social media use, and how it can influence mental health. We will discuss ways to engage in supportive conversations with youth and encourage healthy, balanced online habits.

Video gaming has become a major part of youth culture, offering connection, entertainment, and challenge but also potential risks. This presentation will focus on gaming trends, the impacts of gaming on mental health and development, and signs that gaming may be becoming problematic. We will share strategies to support healthy gaming routines and meaningful discussions with young people about their gaming habits.

D-Stress is an interactive workshop that focuses on stress and how we can recognize when it becomes a problem for our health. Participants will learn ways to identify and manage stress through this free workshop and come away with a personal stress reduction action plan, which may include stress management techniques.