Family Matters
Putting things into perspective: Reflections on parenting, presence and loss
Over the past month, I’ve found myself reflecting on how grateful I am for life, health, family, and the safety of where I live. These thoughts often surface when something shakes our sense of security, especially when it relates to health. For me, the fear of not being there for ...
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Fresh starts in September
I hope you made the most of summer! And if you’re still holding onto it, don’t worry – September usually brings us plenty of hot, sunny days to enjoy before we ease into fall. You may already know about my love for autumn and all it brings: back-to-school energy, cozy ...
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Family Matters
Enjoying the sweetness of September
I don’t know about you, but as September approaches, I often feel a sense of dread. The shift in routine, the return to school and activities, and the end of summer’s lightheartedness can feel overwhelming. It’s easy to focus on the looming changes—early mornings, packed schedules and the general hustle ...
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Nature’s Gentle Power
Hello everyone! I hope this message finds you well and that you’re making the most of summer. With August just around the corner, I’d like to let you know that I’ll be taking a couple of weeks off to recharge and enjoy some of the beautiful landscapes our lovely Québec ...
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Family Matters
Remember who you are and celebrate you
My birthday falls in August, and every year as I get older, I feel that I understand and trust myself more. I don’t know about you, but as I age, I feel that I am much more in tune with things like: what energizes me, what drains me, what makes ...
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Family Matters
Make summer memorable without breaking the bank
Summer doesn’t have to mean grand vacations or expensive getaways. While social media may be full of beach resorts and plane tickets, the truth is that meaningful moments often come from the simplest things, close to home and close to heart. This time of year usually offers families a chance ...
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What Self-care Really Means
Hello everyone, I trust you’re all enjoying the fresh air and slow pace of summer. Although things seem to slow down in the summer, we do have a special day to look forward to in July. Some may overlook it, yet we mark Self-care Day all around the world on ...
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Community Wellness
Celebrating Paternity Week in Quebec: A tribute to fathers and community
Hi everyone, my name is Jarryd Smith, and I am the Men’s Health Program Coordinator at Jeffery Hale Community Partners. Supporting men’s health is incredibly important to me because I’ve seen firsthand the positive impact that community and resources can have on fathers. As we approach Paternity Week across Québec ...
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Supporting the Men Who Matter Most
Hello all, and welcome June! Although we haven’t yet reached the summer solstice, we can all agree that June usually marks the beginning of summer: end of school, the start of summer vacations and warm, sunny days… What an exciting time! Because June is Men’s Health Month, and when we ...
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Young & Empowered
Adaptation – A Poem
Coming to a new country alone is a new experience. Coming to a new country where we know nobody is even more of a new experience. Coming to a new country without speaking the language seems like an unfeasable experience. Having nobody to speak our language with is frustrating. Having ...
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