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Breaking Free Online
Breaking Free Online is a free online support tool available to patients at Ontario Shores. It is completely confidential and can be accessed 24/7 on any desktop, tablet or smartphone. The Breaking Free Online program helps individuals develop coping skills and access key resources they can use... -
About Us
Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores) is a public teaching hospital providing a range of specialized assessment and treatment services to those living with complex and serious mental illness . Exemplary patient care is delivered through safe and evidence-based approaches... -
Contact Us
Main Location Our Gordon Street location is the home of our largest facility. Located on the shores of Lake Ontario in Whitby Ontario, it houses the great majority of our services including in-patient units, some outpatient services, administrative offices and more. Address Ontario Shores Centre for... -
Online Tools and Mobile Apps
Online Tools Togetherall is a round-the-clock online peer support community provided through the Ontario Telemedicine Network where members can share experiences and express themselves in words and images, helping participants feel less socially isolated. Trained counsellors are available 24/7 to... -
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Doing Business with Us
Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences is fully compliant with the Broader Public Sector Procurement and Expense Directives and domestic and international trade agreements, including the Canadian Free Trade Agreement (CFTA) and the Canada-European Union (EU) Comprehensive Economic and... -
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Event Speakers: Mental Health and Recovery Day
The following speakers will be participating throughout the day. See event details for session format and times. -
From Suicidal Thoughts to Hope for the Future
Trigger Warning: The content below contains information on mental illness and suicide which some readers may find triggering. If you need support, please contact the Ontario Shores crisis line: 1-800-263-2679. At age 28 Andrea was diagnosed with Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). Without having... -
Accessibility
Ontario Shores has a tradition of providing mental health care that is based on the principles of acceptance and inclusion. We apply those same principles towards accessibility to ensure patients, staff, families and guests with disabilities feel accepted and included. We are committed to improving... -
Donate Goods or Services
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)... -
‘You’ve Inspired Us with your Resiliency and Optimism'
Members of the Family Council would like to extend our deepest gratitude for the selfless commitment you’ve made throughout this pandemic to the patients who depend on you. You’ve kept families and caregivers up to date with new policies and procedures at Ontario Shores and you’ve allowed us to feel... -
Trauma - Resources and Support
We hope that the resources listed below are helpful to you while you wait for mental health services for traumatic stress or are between appointments. These resources are provided for informational purposes only and are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice... -
Ontario Connecting Children and Youth in Durham Region to Care Close to Home
NEWS RELEASE Ontario Connecting Children and Youth in Durham Region to Care Close to Home $8.4 million boost in funding to expand pediatric services December 20, 2023 Ministry of Health WHITBY — The Ontario government is investing more than $8.4 million to increase access to pediatric services for... -
COVID-19 is Challenging Us Like Never Before
One of the reasons I am so proud to be a member of the Ontario Shores family is the sense of community I feel as I walk through halls of the hospital each and every day. Community is more than just one of our core values. It’s real and it can be felt throughout the hospital and around Durham Region... -
Partnership with SilverCloud Offers Online Therapy for People Struggling with Mental Illness
Each day we are charged with the responsibility to be determined in our efforts to leverage innovation to provide exemplary care to our patients and families. A new partnership between Ontario Shores and SilverCloud is certain to create greater opportunities for people struggling with mental illness... -
Bipolar Disorder - Resources and Support
We hope that the resources listed below are helpful to you while you wait for mental health services for bipolar disorder or are between appointments. These resources are provided for informational purposes only and are not intended to be a substitute for professional medical or mental health advice... -
Grateful Giving
Giving a gift in honour, celebration or memory of someone in support of mental health will help us make an impact on protecting minds and saving lives. Thank you for your generosity. Please choose your gift amount below. -
Big White Wall Offers Online Support for People Struggling with Mental Illness
Each day I am amazed by the difference Ontario Shores makes in the lives of people living with mental illness. Our commitment to recovery is evident in everything we do. The collective passion to provide the best possible care for patients and their families is what sets this organization apart. I’m... -
Mental Health Speakers Bureau
Several Ontario Shores employees and ambassadors are available to speak to the media, the general public, and professionals on a variety of topics related to mental health, including treatment, research, education, programs, and public policy. Please contact us if you are looking for a spokesperson... -
Circle of Friends Charity Golf Tournament
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... -
Mandatory Tutorials
TCPS-2 Online Tutorial Course on Research Ethics (CORE) Each member of the study team (including students) must complete the Tri-Council Policy Statement (TCPS-2) online tutorial and submit a copy of the certificate of completion with their initial research submission before beginning a research...