211 Ontario helpline asks residents to call 2-1-1 for information on community, social and health services, municipal and Local Health Integration Network funded services like housing, employment and mental health and addiction agencies. Calls to 911 are for threats or harm to a person or property that require police, fire or ambulance services. “211 is an easy to remember phone number, like 911. 211 is answered by trained specialists who know our community services and can refer callers … [Read more...]
WOMEN MOVING FORWARD Conference, MAY 31
February 8, 2015 by
WHAT IS THE WOMEN MOVING FORWARD CONFERENCE? It is a one-day conference to celebrate the courage of women who are moving forward in their lives. These women can come from many different walks of life and have chosen to move beyond their circumstances. Our goal to provide participants with new tools and motivation to continue to move forward in their lives. We are holding the non-profit event which is FREE to the first 100 women who register. A light breakfast and lunch will be … [Read more...]
THE YEAR OF THE GOAT (SHEEP) 2015
February 6, 2015 by
The Sheep (Goat) is a Yin (female) energy, a symbol of Peace, Harmonious co-existence and Tranquility. That is the primary and fundamental mood for this year. Though there are cries for War and a countdown is soon to begin, if any almanac serves me well – War will be averted and a period of mending and compromise will be undertaken to ensure Peace is maintained. The Sheep is the symbol of the Arts. It relates to passive and nurturing times. It will help the healing process with regard to past … [Read more...]
Step into Your Greatness!, ONE TIME EVENT – FEB 9
February 4, 2015 by
Event: Communicate Your Expertise to Attract New Clients, Drive Your Profits and Build Your Brand Date: Monday February 9th 2015 Location: Montecassino Hotel Address: 3710 Cheswood Dr., North York, ON Time: 9am to 5pm - Registration is 8:30am Lunch: Light lunch will be provided Cost: $249 Information & Value: Priceless GET YOUR TICKETS NOW SEATING IS LIMITED • Uncover your unique message and deliver it with power, purpose and passion. • Connect to your … [Read more...]
Canada Mental Health ‘stuck’ in Groundhog Day
January 31, 2015 by
The Mental Health Commission of Canada Is Stuck in Groundhog Day What am I missing here? The Mental Health Commission of Canada has just released the first of two reports on indicators showing how poorly we treat those with mental illness in Canada. I really have to ask why, as this is something we already know. In May, 2006, the Canadian Senate released its study of mental health in Canada called Out of the Shadows At Last. What went into that report was based on more than 2,000 … [Read more...]
International Day of Prayer Against Human Trafficking, Feb. 8
January 28, 2015 by
Pontifical Council Announces International Day of Prayer Against Trafficking Will Be Celebrated Feb. 8, Feast of St. Josephine Bakhita Josephine Margaret Bakhita, F.D.C.C., was a Sudanese-born former slave who became a Canossian Religious Sister in Italy, living and working there for 45 years. In 2000 she was declared a saint by the Roman Catholic Church. She was born in about 1869 in the western Sudanese region of Darfur; in the village of Olgossa, west of Nyala and close to Mount … [Read more...]
Bell Let’s Talk Initiative, JAN 28th – #BellLetsTalk
January 26, 2015 by
ADD YOUR VOICE - JAN 28, 2015 - CLICK HERE FOR DETAILS Stigma adds to suffering One of the biggest hurdles for anyone suffering from mental illness is overcoming the stigma. It is the number one reason why two-thirds of those living with a mental illness do not seek help. The annual Bell Let’s Talk awareness campaign and Day opens the national conversation about mental illness to fight the stigma and the dramatic impact of mental health issues all across the country, and none other … [Read more...]
“THE NETWORKING EFFECT” Event, FEB 3
January 25, 2015 by
Attend one of Toronto's largest Networking Events - up to 1,000 potential clients, partners and collaborators! in support of International Networking Day. Tuesday, February 3, 2015 Ontario Science Centre, Toronto 7:30 am - 6:30 pm More than a business card exchange - this is an Interactive, Experiential Networking Event where you'll find and book appointments with potential clients and partners at the Conference! 550+ TICKETS ALREADY SOLD! CLICK HERE TO REQUEST … [Read more...]
