March 22, 2021
Addressing the Rise of Anti-Asian Racism and Supporting Asian-Canadian Community Members
Anti-Asian racism has been on the rise since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic and media outlets are reporting incidences of violence and discrimination similar to those that occurred during the 2003 SARS outbreak.
Read MoreFebruary 28, 2021
Black Mental Health Matters: Resources for Learning and Change
Today marks the second annual Black Mental Health Day in Ontario and another opportunity to emphasize that our system needs to do better when it comes to supporting the mental health of Black Canadians.
Read MoreJanuary 28, 2021
In an Ongoing Pandemic, Affordable Access to Technology is a Public Health Issue
This year’s Bell Let’s Talk comes almost a year into the COVID-19 pandemic – a time in which Canadians have faced unprecedented isolation, stress, and uncertainty that has taken a clear toll on our mental health.
Read MoreDecember 23, 2020
Resources for Surviving a Pandemic Holiday
The holidays can be a challenging time in an ordinary year: increased family obligations, financial stress, gatherings centred around food and alcohol and at times heightened feelings of loneliness. But with COVID-19 restrictions, this year may pose an extra challenge to maintaining your sense of overall wellness.
Read MoreDecember 8, 2020
Peer Support Strong: Reflecting on the Power of Peers
Last week, we came together as a community to celebrate Peer Support Week along with Lived Experience Recovery Network (LERN) and Nipissing Mental Health Housing and Support Services (NMHHSS). The event drew together more than 200 registrants across Ontario in support of celebrating, supporting and showing the strength of peer support workers and organizations within the province.
Read MoreNovember 15, 2020
Preparing for Winter Wellness with Lived Experience & Recovery Network’s Kari Sterling
As winter approaches and COVID-19 restrictions tighten yet again in Ontario, we know the risk of Canadians’ mental health declining is high. Cold temperatures mean less opportunities for outdoor socialization, the closing of more services and of course, reduced daylight hours posing new challenges for those who struggle with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
Read MoreNovember 3, 2020
Preparing for Winter Mental Wellness With Northern Initiative for Social Action
As winter approaches and COVID-19 restrictions tighten yet again in Ontario, we know the risk of Canadians’ mental health declining is high. Cold temperatures mean less opportunities for outdoor socialization, the closing of more services and of course, reduced daylight hours posing new challenges for those who struggle with Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).
Read MoreOctober 13, 2020
AGM and 11th Annual Lighthouse Awards Recap
After months of social distancing and isolation, last week’s Annual General Meeting (2019-2020) and 11th Annual PeerWorks Lighthouse Awards ceremony was truly a testament to the strength of our peer community.
Read MoreOctober 10, 2020
On World Mental Health Day, We Want More Funding for Mental Wellness
Every year on October 10th, organizations across the globe observe the World Health Organization’s “World Mental Health Day”. This year, that day comes during a time of enormous uncertainty and societal upheaval as a result of COVID-19.
Read MoreJune 9, 2020
4 Tips for Maintaining Wellness While Working from Home
Since moving to a remote workforce, Julia Read and her coworkers at CMHAWW Self Help and Peer Support Team have had ups and downs. They shared their tips for maintaining wellness while working from home as workplaces continue to practice social distancing.
Read MoreMay 12, 2020
How to Access Remote Peer Support During COVID-19
A growing list of phone/online peer support resources Consumer-Survivor and Support Lines/Online Groups: Centre for Innovation in Peer Support: www.centreforinnovationinpeersupport.com The Center offers two large streams of virtual services & programming.
Read MoreMay 12, 2020
Laughter and Wellness in the Midst of a Pandemic
Allan Strong, long-time peer support advocate and Peer Support Coordinator at Choices for Change, shares his thoughts on the importance of maintaining one’s sense of humour through COVID-19.
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