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Esquimalt Highschool Presentation – Grade 9’s

December 18th we were thrilled to have our first presentation at Esquimalt High School. Rebecca and Evan met with a RAFT class of Grade 9 students. There was lots of engagement and great questions were submitted by students. This was the first of multiple presentations ...
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Borderline Personality Disorder Presentation

To end the year we had a a professional development day inviting Borderline Personality Disorder Society of BC to present to our outreach and management teams. We had Bryan (vice president, group facilitator) and Josh (volunteer). They explained what Borderline Personal...
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Women’s Group

We had another fantastic women's group end yesterday. The ladies have created connections and learned new practical skills to use in their recovery. For the last day the group practiced meditation, had some festive treats and created holiday crafts. There were a lot of ...
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Christ Church Cathedral

Today, Sharlene and Evan were invited to be a part of a community conversation at Christ Church Cathedral. Joining other local not for profits, conversations about community need and organizational dreams took place which also led to further discussions and new relations...
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Stelly’s Presentation – Grade 12

On Thursday Umbrella presented to Stellys High School grade 12's. The students were very engaged and had great questions for the staff.  A few students stayed back to tell us how much they appreciated our presentation and that were very "brave". There are many more s...
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Island Health Partnership Breakfast

Umbrella was pleased to be invited to Island Health Victoria Partnership Breakfast. There was meaningful conversation had at the table with Mental Health Recovery Partners (Janine and Zoë). Threshold Society (Colin), Luther Court Society (Kevin), Major of Oak Bay (Kevin)...
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SMU Presentations – Grade 10’s

Yesterday Rebecca and Evan presented to Grade 10's at St. Michaels University. Students are continuing to engage, ask questions and reach out to Umbrella services. We couldn't be more thrilled. We have had lots positive feedback from SMU regarding school presentations ...
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SMU Presentations

School presentations have started up again! Umbrella was pleased to present to about 120 grade 9 students on Friday at St Michaels School. The kids were very engaged and had great, thoughtful questions for Evan and Rebecca. School presentations are just beginning - we ...
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Victoria Foundation Event

Today was Victoria Foundation's hosted organization annual event. This is a great opportunity to get an overview of the non-profit sector, hear about where things are going in our sector and hear from Victoria Foundation about their strategic direction. It is also wonde...
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Podcast Season 3/E4 – Jeff

In today’s episode, Blake sits down with Jeff who shares his story of overcoming his battle with addiction and mental health, and how near death experiences drove him towards a life of recovery and gratitude. Have a listen to Jeff's story here.