Rhonda's daughter lives with bipolar disorder and her family was in crisis before she was greeted by staff and volunteers at our Family Resource Centre.
Amber Smith of our Centre for Education and Organizational Development takes you on a tour of Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores). A specialty mental health hospital in Whitby, Ont., Ontario Shores offers specialized assessment and treatment for people living with...
Episode 8 is an interview with singer/songwriter Adam Gontier, formerly of Three Days Grace, currently Saint Asonia. Adam discusses #music and his recovery from #addiction and #mentalhealth issues. Episode 8 of the #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team member Chris Bovie.
In this episode, we have a special guest panel discussing diversity, inclusivity and other issues related to the Human Rights work being done at Ontario Shores. The guest panel includes Megan Cameron, a social worker from our Borderline Personality and Self-Regulation Clinic, Jane Snyder, Director...
In this episode, we have a special guest discussing diversity, inclusivity and other issues related to the Human Rights, Allison Hector-Alexander, Director, Office of Student Diversity, Inclusion and Transitions at Durham College. This episode of the #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications...
In this episode we're talking pandemic, #mentalhealth , #equality and #parenting with @YourMorning Chief Meteorologist (@kelseymcewen). The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers) and Chris Bovie (@ChrisBovie1).
In this episode we're talking basketball, pandemic, #mentalhealth , #equality and #parenting with Toronto Raptors broadcaster Jack Armstrong. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers) and Chris Bovie (@ChrisBovie1).
We're on site at CMHA's Mental Health For All conference, 2017. Day 1 at the conference kicks off with an interview with Mary Ann Baynton, Great West Life Centre for Mental Health in the Workplace (@maryannbaynton). The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team members Darryl Mathers (...
Episode 80 of the #MindVine Podcast features an interview with former NHL player Brantt Myhres (@BMyhres) discussing his life in hockey and battles with #addiction as detailed in his new book Pain Killer - A Memoir of Big League Addiction. This #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (...
It's National Mental Health Week and Episode 85 of the #MindVine Podcast talks about mental health with Dr. Daniela Hlousek, a psychiatrist at Ontario Shores. Dr. Hlousek discusses some of the trends she's seeing as well as offers tips and advice on what to look for when a family member, colleague...
In this episode we're on site at CMHA's Mental Health For All conference, 2017. Day 2 at the conference we sit down with Evonne Sullivan (@EvonneSullivan) to talk #yoga and #mindfulness for #mentalhealth and #addiction recovery. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team members Darryl...
In this episode we're on site at CMHA's Mental Health For All conference, 2017. Day 1 at the conference we sit down with author Todd Leader (@ToddLeader1) to talk transformation of Canada's mental health and addictions system The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team members Darryl...
In Episode 98 of the #MindVine #mentalhealth podcast we are discussing the importance of caregivers, particularly for loved ones living with #dementia. Caregiver Ron Beleno joins Ontario Shores' Dr. Mary Chiu, Research Coordinator, Nancy Burns, Social Worker, Geriatric Transitional Unit, and Elaine...
In recognition of International Womens Day 2022, External Relations Specialist Julie VanHartingsveldt, hosts Episode 96 of the #MindVine podcast featuring a conversation on workplace bias and the impact of the #pandemic with Jeanie Zabukovec, Manager of Research and Academics, Roxanne Cain, Manager...
It's Black History Month and Episode 94 of the #MindVine Podcast is proud to feature speaker and advocate Asante Haughton (@asantetalks) talking #mentalillness as well as issues impacting #mentalhealth in black communities. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). The...
In Episode 99 of the #MindVine #mentalhealth podcast, we are talking diversity, inclusion and mental health with Dr. Chika Stacy Oriuwa, a physician, spoken word poet, and advocate for marginalized communities. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). The podcast is also...
In Episode 106 of the #MindVine mental health podcast, Michelle Michener-Rousell, a social worker in the Ontario Structured Psychotherapy program at Ontario Shores and Shauna Moore, our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Lead, discuss National day for Truth and Reconciliation, Orange Shirt Week and the...
In Episode 111 of the #MindVine #mentalhealth podcast we are talking about the impact of #mentalillness on families, with Kicking the Darkness author Shane Christensen. Shane's journey with #mentalillness started in the 70s with his older brother and continued with the #mentalhealth challenges faced...
In Episode 114 of the #MindVine mental health podcast we are talking International Women's Day with Suzanne Duncan, VP of philanthropy at Canadian Women's Foundation. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). The podcast is also available on Spotify, Amazon Music and Apple...
In Episode 116 of the #MindVine Mental Health podcast Caregiver and Translational Researcher Ty Redublo shares his story as a young caregiver and his work as Translation Researcher supporting young people caring for loved ones. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). The...
In Episode 117 of the #MindVine #mentalhealth podcast features caregiver and filmmaker Shabnam Sukhdev with her daughter, Ishaa Chopra. Shabnam and Ishaa discuss their journey with #mentalillness which lead to the documentary 'Unfinished'. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (...
He is the mayor of Ontario's 6th largest city. That is a long way from where he came from. Homeless and addicted to drugs and booze, Oshawa Mayor Dan Carter not only cleaned himself up, he now leads the fight to help others who were just like him. In this episode, he opens up about his journey from...
He helped reimagine morning radio, listened to by millions. However, Humble Howard had a secret...an alcohol addiction. Without telling anyone, he quit the bottle 8 years ago and has been sober ever since. In this episode, he opens up with his deepest dive to date into his addiction. (Part 1 of a 3...
The final episode in a three part series dealing with addictions. Kevin’s guest is Michael Tibollo, Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addictions. He discusses the impact addiction has on our society especially the fact that it is connected with 70% of crime in Ontario. With a background in...
On this episode of Mental Health Matters, Karim Mamdani, President and CEO of Ontario Shores, and Dr. Phil Klassen, Vice President of Medical Affairs, will discuss Ontario Shores' vision for a Psychiatric Emergency Services facility right here in the Durham Region. Following that, we'll hear from...