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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... -
What a difference a year makes
Ontario Shores is quite fortunate to have Dr. Neal Anzai heading up our Eating Disorders Program. In this guest blog, he shares thoughts about his first year and a half with us as we mark Eating Disorders Awareness week. With the start of the annual Eating Disorders Awareness Week (EDAW), I thought... -
The Book
I arrived home a couple of weeks ago and it had been one of those days. To say the least, I was more than a little down. So, I did what I always do when I need a boost. I reached for The Book. Actually, it’s called The Recovery Book. It contains hundreds of letters, cards and stories of good news... -
It was at that moment I committed to recovery
“That first session, I had an epiphany. ‘Oh, so that’s how others see me.’ It was at that moment I committed to recovery.” It was February of 2023. It was a virtual group therapy session hosted by Ontario Shores. Just a few hours earlier, I was certain this would be yet another failed attempt to fix... -
I like myself again
If I looked at my life 2 years in the future, I probably would be dead. I hated myself! It was a late rainy January afternoon at a Starbucks that I was going to meet her face-to-face for the first time. However, this woman helped to save my life through months of intensive online therapy. My story... -
Celebrating a Century of Care : HOPE
Over the last 100 years Ontario Shores has been constantly changing and so has the message of Hope. Kristie Jennings, one of our Ambassadors of Hope, takes us through a brief history of recovery and Hope as we continue Celebrating a Century of Care. -
Celebrating a Century of Care: FARMING
Over the last 100 years Ontario Shores has been constantly evolving. At one point, the hospital operated a large farm. Jordon Beenen, one of our Ambassadors of Hope, takes us back to a different time as we continue Celebrating a Century of Care. -
Celebrating a Century of Care: BUILDINGS
Over the course of the century our buildings and grounds have undergone our most visible changes. Ambassador of Hope Ian Hakes walks us through these historical changes. -
Celebrating a Century of Care: HOSPITAL NAMES
Over the last 100 years Ontario Shores has been constantly evolving and so have the Hospital Names themselves. Candice McAlister, one of our Ambassadors of Hope, takes us through our history of names as we continue Celebrating a Century of Care. -
Celebrating a Century of Care: TECHNOLOGY
Over the last 100 years Ontario Shores has been constantly evolving and so has Technology. Barbara Murray, one of our Ambassadors of Hope, takes us through our history of Technologies as we continue Celebrating a Century of Care. -
Celebrating a Century of Care: STIGMA
Over the last 100 years Ontario Shores has been constantly changing and so has mental health Stigma. Lori Lane-Murphy, one of our Ambassadors of Hope, takes us through a brief history of Stigma as we continue Celebrating a Century of Care. -
Virtual Tour: Eating Disorders Unit at Ontario Shores
Come walk along with us as we tour the Adolescent Eating Disorders Unit (EDU) at Ontario Shores. You'll see the entrance, classroom, common recreation areas, kitchen, and typical bedroom. -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 52 - Brian Burke Talks Hockey, Inclusivity and Mental Health
Former hockey executive and current Sportsnet personality Brian Burke joined the #MindVine podcast celebrate the 100th anniversary of Ontario Shores. In this episode Burke told some old hockey stories and shared his views on homophobia and mental health in sports. This episode of the #MindVine... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 60 - COVID-19 Kendra Fisher, Athlete, First Repsonder and Advocate
In this episode, we have special guest Kendra Fisher, a mental health advocate, firefighter and athlete. This episode of the #MindVine Podcast is hosted by Communications team member Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 63 - COVID-19 - Kelly Hrudey
In this episode we're talking pandemic, #mentalhealth and #hockey with former NHL goaltender and current Sportsnet and Hockey Night in Canada broadcaster Kelly Hrudey (@kellyhrudey). The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers) and Chris Bovie (@ChrisBovie1). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 73 - Former Leafs Captain Rick Vaive & Hockey Writer Scott Morrison
Episode 73 of the #MindVine Podcast features former Toronto Maple Leafs captain Rick Vaive (@rickvaive22) and hockey writer Scott Morrison (@smorrisonmedia) discussing hockey, #mentalhealth and Rick's new book - Catch 22: My Battles in Hockey and Life. This #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl... -
#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 77 - Clinical Manager Joanna Anderson Talks Eating Disorders Awareness Week
It's Eating Disorders Awareness Week and Episode 77 of the #MindVine mental health podcast features Joanna Anderson, Clinical Manager of the Eating Disorders Unit (EDU) at Ontario Shores. Joanna talks about EDU, the prevalence of eating disorders in young people, signs and symptoms as well as the... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 80 - Author and former NHLer Brantt Myhres
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 (... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 83 - Former NHLer Shayne Corson Shares his Mental Health Journey
It's National Mental Health Week and Episode 83 of the #MindVine Podcast features #mentalhealth advocate and former NHL player Shayne Corson (@ShayneCorson27) sharing his personal recovery from #anxiety and #depression . Hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers) and Chris Bovie (@cbovie1), the... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 76 - Carla Bosacki Talks TV, Body Image and Eating Disorders Awareness Week
Eating Disorders Awareness Week is front and centre on Episode 76 of the #MindVine mental health podcast with Global TV weather forecaster and life coach Carla Bosacki (@carlabosacki). Carla discusses life in the TV spotlight, her role as a mentor as well her personal experience with mental health... -
Silken Laumann at Pandemic Heroes
Episode 91 of the #MindVine Podcast features Olympic hero and #mentalhealth advocate Silken Laumann (@SilkenLaumann) discussing her personal journey with mental illness. We caught up with Silken as she hosted the Pandemic Heroes - Standing Up for Mental Health Gala on December 2, 2021 at the OMNI... -
Mental Health Advocate Sterling Renzoni on Bell Let's Talk Day
Episode 92 of the #MindVine Podcast features advocate Sterling Renzoni discussing #mentalhealth , #eatingdisorders , and his recovery journey on #BellLetsTalkDay . The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). The podcast is available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts. -
Dr. Neal Anzai, Eating Disorders
In Episode 113 of the #MindVine #mentalhealth podcast we are talking eating disorders with Dr. Neal Anzai, psychiatrist on our Eating Disorders Unit (EDU) and with our Adolescent Eating Disorders Day Treatment Program. The #MindVine podcast is hosted Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). The podcast is...