A global conversation about youth mental health

There is a youth mental health crisis around the globe as we see an increase in youth anxiety, depression and suicide. The numbers are climbing and suicide is the number one health-related cause of death for young people.

Melanie NicholsonApril 6, 2021

Grief, loss and mental illness: the fourth wave

There is a light at the end of the pandemic tunnel as the vaccine rolls out across the country. While that positive news is keeping many of us focused on “the end,” there is another crisis looming: the fourth wave.

Melanie NicholsonMarch 22, 2021

COVID-19: finding the positives

A year ago this week, the world shut down. Schools closed, playgrounds were taped off, museums shut down and our worlds were turned upside down. Many people lost their jobs. Others transitioned to working from home. As the World Health Organization declared the Coronavirus a global pandemic, lockdown became a familiar term.

Melanie NicholsonMarch 9, 2021

Stand up against bullying

Bullying continues to be a major problem in our schools, workplaces, homes, and online. One in five children are affected by bullying and it’s at a point where many believe that bullying is a normal part of growing up and something everyone goes through.

Some Other SolutionsFebruary 16, 2021

Anxiety impacts all ages

Feelings of worry or fear are all components of anxiety, but it can often be dismissed as “that’s life.” Everyone has feelings of anxiety at different points in their life, whether you have a medical procedure or are feeling anxious about a job interview or test. But anxiety can also present itself as more of a debilitating condition in people of all ages.

Melanie NicholsonFebruary 8, 2021

Mentorship: a powerful life experience on both sides

This month, MENTOR Canada, the Alberta Mentorship Project and other organizations across the country are working together to showcase and celebrate mentorship and the impact it can directly have on your community.

Melanie NicholsonJanuary 18, 2021mentor, youth, volunteer Comment

Setting sustainable resolutions for 2021

Resolutions are about making positive, lasting changes in your life. But just like goal setting in general, often we get caught up in the big idea with no plan on how we’re going to execute it.

Melanie NicholsonJanuary 7, 2021goal setting, resolutions, planningComment

12 Days of Gratitude

We are here to remind you there is still a lot to be grateful for! We invite you to join us through the holiday season as we celebrate our 12 Days of Gratitude.

Melanie NicholsonDecember 13, 2020

Take 5: Coping with stress and anxiety during the holidays

Take 5 is a simple way to step back, breathe and calm down during stressful moments. It’s something we often work with children on, but it can also provide a positive experience for adults.

Melanie NicholsonDecember 8, 2020

National Child Day: A commitment to our children

November 20 in Canada is National Child Day — a day to recognize our country’s commitment to upholding the rights of our children.

Melanie NicholsonNovember 13, 2020children, youth, events, activities

Back to school anxiety for children and youth

Feelings of anxiety and worry are normal reactions that most children and teens experience when they are heading back to school. Even for children who are usually easy-going, they may experience spikes of anxiety during the fall when the regular school routine begins again.

Melanie NicholsonOctober 29, 2020

SOS launches Community Satisfaction Survey

We would appreciate you taking a few short minutes to provide your feedback on our existing services and our plans for growth and evolution in the years to come. The survey will be open until Wednesday, July 8.

Melanie NicholsonJune 24, 2020