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Shannah's Mental Health Journey
Since her youth, Shannah has been faced with challenges in her mental health. Between the ages of 18 to 22, Shannah had been in and out of hospitals due to her illnesses. She was diagnosed with anxiety, depression, and at age 26 she received a diagnosis for Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD), a... -
Grace's Inspirational Story
As the CEO for Ontario Shores Foundation, it’s always an honour to meet someone who has been helped by our programs. When I met Grace for the first time, I was so moved by her courageous story. I just had to share it with you today in the hopes that it will inspire you to help more patients like... -
Jessica's Moving Story
Jessica was just 13 years old when she was admitted to the Eating Disorders Unit (EDU) at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores). Grappling with lingering symptoms of a concussion, a naturopath had advised Jessica to change her diet. Shortly thereafter, Jessica’s mindset... -
A Mental Health Tips List for The Holidays
The holidays are here! Let the shopping, decorating and parties begin. For more than half the population, however, this time of year is one of depression, anxiety and stress. We have compiled some tips for helping you through this time from our own experts here at Ontario Shores . (As always, if you... -
Let’s LISTEN Day
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’. -
Hey, Let's Talk
I want to start a conversation…and I hope you join in. In my short time here at Ontario Shores, I have seen incredible work done by our staff. The compassion and empathy shown is so life affirming. Having said all this, I must take a moment to perhaps point out an area that needs a lot of... -
It's "Bell Let's Talk" Day!
It's a perfect day to start a conversation on mental health, consider your own mental health, reach out, and listen! -
Growing the Beez Kneez
Help Support our Therapeutic Gardening programs The Beez Kneez Therapeutic Sustainability Garden was started in 2021 and features wheelchair-accessible raised-bed planters, rain barrels, composters, bird feeders, wind chimes and a honey-producing bee hive maintained by Alvéole. Patients named the... -
Rhonda's Story
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. -
Chelsea's Story
A sweet teenaged girl who has overcome bullying and social media bullying while learning to live with depression, anxiety and Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD). -
Anxiety and Mood Disorder Clinic
This video introduces you to the Anxiety and Mood Disorder Clinic at Ontario Shores. We hope it will help answer any questions you may have and put you at ease as you await your first appointment. -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 10 - Bruno Guévremont, Military Veteran and Bell Let's Talk Ambassador
Episode 10 features an interview with Bell Let's Talk Ambassador, Bruno Guévremont. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team members Darryl Mathers and Chris Bovie. -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 11 - Quality Standards in Mental Health
Episode 11 features an interview with Ontario Shores Vice-President of Medical Affairs Dr. Phil Klassen and Health Quality Ontario (HQO) President and CEO Dr. Joshua Tepper on the new Quality Standards for Mental Health. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team members Darryl Mathers... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 33 - Diversity, Inclusivity and Human Rights
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... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 49 - Implementing Quality Standards in Treatment of Dementia
In this episode, we have two special guests from Ontario Shores in Andra Duff-Woskosky, Director of the Geriatric Program, and Dr. Robyn Waxman, Geriatric Psychiatrist. The two discuss Health Quality Ontario's Quality Standards for the Behavioural Symptoms of Dementia and how it was implemented at... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 64 - COVID-19 - Kelsey McEwen of Your Morning
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). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 65 - COVID-19 - Jack Armstrong
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). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 72 - Desmond Rose (Protecting Minds Series)
Episode 72 of the #MindVine Podcast features news, views and interviews related to #mental health, #mental illness and #recovery . In this episode we're talking with Desmond Rose, one of the participants in our fundraising and awareness campaign, Protecting Minds (www.protectingminds.ca). This... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 69 - Rachel Boutilier (Protecting Minds Series)
In this episode we're talking with Rachel Boutilier, one of the participants in our fundraising and awareness campaign, Protecting Minds (www.protectingminds.ca). This #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 68 - Kirstie Burrows (Protecting Minds Series)
In this episode we're talking with Kirstie Burrows, one of the participants in our fundraising and awareness campaign, Protecting Minds (www.protectingminds.ca). This #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 70 - Robin Simpson (Protecting Minds Series)
In this episode we're talking with Robin Simpson, one of the participants in our fundraising and awareness campaign, Protecting Minds (www.protectingminds.ca). This #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 71 - Louri Snider (Protecting Minds Series)
In this episode we're talking with Louri Snider, one of the participants in our fundraising and awareness campaign, Protecting Minds (www.protectingminds.ca). This #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 21 - Jim Lawther, VETS Canada
In this episode we're on site at CMHA's Mental Health For All conference, 2017. Day 1 at the conference features an interview with Jim Lawther, @VETSCanada. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team members Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers) and Chris Bovie (@ChrisBovie1). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 20 - Brian Hansell, #ConvoPlate
Episode 20 features an interview with Brian Hansell, Paul Hansell Foundation about the #ConvoPlate initiative. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team members Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers) and Chris Bovie (@ChrisBovie1).