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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... -
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... -
Cathie & Marty - Mental Illness, Marriage and Recovery
Ontario Shores unveiled its 2017-18 Annual Report featuring accomplishments, achievements and personal stories of #recovery . The cover story features Cathie & Marty, a married couple from Oshawa who both graduated from the hospital's Partial Hospitalization Program (PHP). In their featured video... -
Intimacy Recovery at Ontario Shores
Intimacy Recovery recognizes the sexual needs of patients, which is consistent with the Recovery Philosophy at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences in Whitby, Ont. In providing access to ‘Our Place’, an intimacy suite for patients, Ontario Shores is committed to supporting patient... -
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. -
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). -
#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 30 - Shaleen Jones, Peer Support Canada
In this episode we're on site at CMHA's Mental Health For All conference. Day 3 at the conference we sit down with Shaleen Jones (@shaleenjones1), Executive Director, Peer Support Canada. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team members Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers) and Chris Bovie (... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 32 - Lee Thomas, Speaker, Writer and Advocate
In this episode we're on site at CMHA's Mental Health For All conference. Day 3 at the conference we sit down with Lee Thomas (@LeeNyree), Speaker, Writer and Mental Health Advocate. The #MindVine podcast is hosted by Communications team members Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers) and Chris Bovie (... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 34 - Bell Let's Talk Jessica Holmes
In this episode we chatting with comedian, actor and Bell Let's Talk Ambassador Jessica Holmes about her lived experience with #mentalillness and #recovery . This episode of the #MindVine Podcast is hosted by Chris Bovie (@ChrisBovie1) and Amber Smith (@amberthecanuck). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 39 - Alyonka Larionov
In this episode, we have special guest Alyonka Larionov, Broadcaster, Producer and Mental Health Advocate. This episode of the #MindVine Podcast is hosted by Communications team members Chris Bovie (@ChrisBovie1) and Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 40 - Traci Melchor
In this episode we're at the Champions of Mental Health Gala in Ottawa with guest Traci Melchor, Broadcaster and 2018 Media Champion of Mental Health. This episode of the #MindVine Podcast is hosted by Communications team members Chris Bovie (@ChrisBovie1) and Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 45 - Ray McGuire
In this episode we're at the Champions of Mental Health Gala in Ottawa with guest Ray McGuire, British Columbia Aboriginal Network on Disability Society (@BCANDS1) and 2018 Community (Organization) Champion of Mental Health. This episode of the #MindVine Podcast is hosted by Communications team... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 41 - Kristin Legault Donkers
In this episode we're at the Champions of Mental Health Gala in Ottawa with guest Kristin Legault Donkers, Author, Mental Health Advocate and The 2018 Sharon Johnston Champion of Mental Health Award for Youth. This episode of the #MindVine Podcast is hosted by Communications team members Chris Bovie... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 42 - Linda Corkum
In this episode we're at the Champions of Mental Health Gala in Ottawa with guest Linda Corkum, Nova Scotia Trucking Safety Association and 2018 Workplace Mental Health Champion. This episode of the #MindVine Podcast is hosted by Communications team member Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 47 - Dr. Mike Slade
In this episode, we have special guest Dr. Mike Slade, Professor of Mental Health Recovery and Social Inclusion, University of Nottingham. This episode of the #MindVine Podcast is hosted by Communications team member Darryl Mathers (@DarrylMathers). -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 44 - Majid Jowhari
In this episode we're at the Champions of Mental Health Gala in Ottawa with guest Majid Jowhari, MP, Richmond Hill and 2018 Parliamentarian Champion of Mental Health. This episode of the #MindVine Podcast is hosted by Communications team members Chris Bovie (@ChrisBovie1) and Darryl Mathers (... -
#MindVine Podcast Episode 50 - Bell Let's Talk Day with firefighter and former soldier Kelly Scanlan
Bell Let’s Talk Ambassador Kelly Scanlan visited Ontario Shores for an open filming of the #MindVine Podcast to discuss her advocacy role as well as share her story as a former soldier, Invictus Games champion and current firefighter living with #mentalillness . This episode of the #MindVine Podcast... -
#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...