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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... -
Ontario Shores is Named GTA Top Employer for the Eighth Consecutive Year
Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences (Ontario Shores) has been named a Greater Toronto Area (GTA) Top Employer for the eighth straight year. Following a competition that evaluated workplace, work atmosphere, health, financial and family benefits, vacation, employee communications... -
Meet Emily Willchuk, Integrated Care Coordinator
Why is the role of a care coordinator so important? In my opinion, it's because we're working to advocate for some of the most vulnerable individuals in our community. People diagnosed with schizophrenia often face high rates of hospitalizations and decompensation in the community. Each time someone... -
Meet Shane Mammen, Integrated Care Coordinator
I've had the privilege of serving as a Clinical Care Coordinator in the Integrated Pathway for people diagnosed with Schizophrenia. This role is incredibly important because it allows us to be the bridge between our patients, their families, and our dedicated healthcare teams. We're still in the... -
Meet Kerrie Naylor, Medical Education Coordinator
In my formal academic training, I have completed a Social Service Worker (SSW) diploma as well as a Registered Practical Nursing Diploma (RPN) and I feel that I was moderately prepared for a career in mental health. I completed practicum placements in both diplomas in mental health settings and... -
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... -
Welcome to Ontario Shores
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... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 01
Our inaugural #MindVine Podcast features news, views and interviews related to mental health, mental illness and recovery. In this episode we discuss actress Kristen Bell and interviews Ontario Shores VP and CNE Barb Mildon along with Canadian singer/songwriter/author Dan Hill, best known for his... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 03 - Day 2, CMHA Mental Health For All Conference
Episode 3 of the #MindVine Podcast features news, views and interviews related to mental health, mental illness and recovery. In this episode we're on site at CMHA's Mental Health For All conference. Day 2 at the conference includes interviews with Joe Kim the Director of Communications at CMHA... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 02 - Day 1, CMHA Mental Health For All Conference
In this episode we're on site at CMHA's Mental Health For All conference. Day 1 at the conference includes interviews with Dr. Dave Williams, CEO and President, Southlake Regional Health Centre as well as Michel Rodrigue, Vice-President, Organizational Performance and Public Affairs, Mental Health... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 04 - Day 2, CMHA Mental Health For All Conference
Episode 4 of the #MindVine Podcast features news, views and interviews related to mental health, mental illness and recovery. In this episode we're on site at CMHA's Mental Health For All conference. Day 2 (Part 2) at the conference includes interviews with Mara Grunau, Executive Director of the... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 31 - Chantal Lester and Katrina Shaw, CMHA
In this episode we're on site at CMHA's Mental Health For All conference. Day 3 at the conference we sit down with Chantal Leser and Katrina Shaw of CMHA (@CMHACalgary) to talk about how young people grieve the loss of someone to #suicide . The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team... -
#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 59 - COVID-19 Durham Regional Chair John Henry
In this episode, we have special guest John Henry, Regional Chair for Durham Region, talking #COVID19 , leadership and mental health. This episode of the #MindVine Podcast is hosted by Communications team members Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers) and Chris Bovie (@ChrisBovie1). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 15 - Chelsea's Recovery & 13 Reasons Why
Episode 15 features an interview with former adolescent inpatient Chelsea Lall (@ChelseaLall) and Dr. Nadia D'luso an adolescent psycologist at Ontario Shores. The guests discuss Chelsea's recovery as well social media bullying, mental illness, suicide the controversial Netflix series Thirteen... -
#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).