Volunteer Services brings a wide variety of merchants to Ontario Shores throughout the year offering clothing, jewellery, gifts and accessories at great prices. Regular Vendor Days Vendor days are announced through internal newsletters as well as flyers posted throughout the hospital and are only at...
The adolescent day treatment program at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores) provides mental health and education services in a local community high school to support students as they transition into a community setting.
The Adolescent Eating Disorder Day Treatment (AEDDT) Program at Ontario Shores is a 16-week live-at-home eating disorders program which serves a maximum of 8 adolescents at a time. The program will run from Monday to Friday each week. Our program works closely with community providers to ensure...
We are always grateful to receive gifts-in-kind or gifts of service to enhance our events and campaigns, or to directly support patients on their mental health journey. Gifts-in-kind or service are a wonderful way to give in lieu of monetary donations. Some examples include (but not limited to)...
Minor construction work is taking place at the Doctor’s Residence in the Whitby Shores community as The Kingsmen Group has workers on scene removing part of the chimney. A recent peer review indicated that it was a safety risk. We would like to remind people that our Heritage Wellness Garden...
Are you interested in being a part of this incredible team of enthusiastic individuals? Follow this link to learn more about the application process. Please note that all of our volunteer opportunities require that individuals feel confident to participate without direct supervision or support. We...
May 5th is the National Day of Awareness and Action for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls and Two-Spirit People. On this day, we are reminded of the over 4000+ Indigenous women, girls and Two-Spirit People who have been victims of gender-based violence and anti-Indigenous hate. Métis...
Today marks Bell Let’s Talk Day. This is the 13TH time Bell has helped start the conversation about mental health and I thank them for that. This year, however, I’m going to ask you to entertain just a slight, but significant change, to its title, ‘Bell Let’s Talk AND Listen Day’.
Tuesday, August 29, 2023 Royal Ashburn Golf Club 995 Myrtle Rd. W, Ashburn Rd. Whitby Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores) has been providing exemplary mental health care for more than 100 years. Our hospital provides a range of specialized assessment and treatment...
September 30 marks National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. On this day, we remember Indigenous children who never returned to their families and communities and honour the Survivors of the residential school system. As a nation, we acknowledge this system's painful legacy and...
October is Mental Illness Awareness Month and we are proud to welcome everyone to Ontario Shores for Mental Health and Recovery Day on Wednesday, October 19, 2022. Throughout the day a series of speakers with lived experience will engage in conversations on a variety of topics impacting mental...
I am exceptionally proud of our upcoming Administrative Professionals Conference at Ontario Shores on Friday, April 27. This started off as an idea to create an opportunity for administrative professionals to visit our beautiful facility for a day of learning and professional development. It has...
What is FIPPA? The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA) provides a right of access to information in the custody or under the control of institutions subject to the Act and, provides a right to the protection of personal information under the custody or control of the...
We have several steps that are required before you can become a Patient and Family Advisor. The first step is to apply! You can see the 5-step process below. Step 1: Application & References Apply here While completing the application form, you must provide two references. References must have known...
Experiencing negative thoughts after a frightening or traumatic event can deeply impact your life. You are not alone and it’s normal to experience these negative thoughts and behaviours. You may even feel like you will never get your normal life back. It’s important to know through counselling and...
Individuals may develop an anxiety disorder called Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) following a traumatic event. ASD typically occurs within one month after the traumatic event occurs. It lasts at least three days and can persist for up to one month. People with ASD have symptoms similar to those seen in...
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Trigger Warning: The content below contains information on mental illness and suicide, which some readers may find triggering. Suicide is one of the top ten causes of death in Canada. It's a major public health problem with long-term consequences for individuals, families, and communities. On...
I hope we can all take a moment to consider the significance of mental health, particularly on World Suicide Prevention Day. At Ontario Shores, we understand the harmful impact it can have on individuals and their families. Understanding the Impact: The intent behind suicidal behaviour is more...