The FamilySmart ‘In the Know’ series provides expert speakers on topics important to families and others supporting a child or youth with a mental health and/or substance use challenges.
Webinar recording for elementary school professionals from the 'School Anxiety & Attendance Challenges' webinar. To see the accompanying presentation slides, click here (Jan. 20, 2021).
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Webinar recording from the 'Back to School: How To Promote Resilience and Set Your Kids Up For Success' webinar (September 2021).
Webinar recordings and powerpoint slides from our Selective Mutism and Reluctant Speakers webinar series, which includes a webinar for parents & caregivers, and a webinar for school professionals (May 2021).
Anyone up to the age of 24 who is being mistreated at home, at school, in the play ground, etc. can call for help. Adults can also call if they know a family where a child or youth is being mistreated, or if they are afraid they may hurt a child.
Check out the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) School-Based Activities toolkit for a few ideas you can do at your school!
An educational organization, established by Dr. Stuart Shanker, with information and resources on self-regulation.
Parenting in the Trenches presents a podcast on holiday consideration for neurodiverse families.
A toolkit designed to promote positive mental health perspectives and practices in the school context.
A collection of mindfulness resources that are specifically created with parents and caregivers in mind. Curated by the BC Children's Hospital Centre for Mindfulness.
Looking for simple techniques to revamp your family's bedtime routine and wake up to a happy, healthy child? Discover sleep tips that will benefit your entire family.
Through real stories, expertise, and practical tips, this podcast helps families promote their mental health and wellness, navigating important topics to meet you where you are in your journey.
Call 911 or go to your local hospital’s emergency room if you or anyone else’s safety is at risk and immediate help is needed.
If you or someone you know is thinking about ending their own life, or needs someone to talk to about suicidal thoughts or ideas:
For mental health or substance use crisis support:
For commonly asked questions about supports and services in BC, explore our Ask Kelty Mental Health tool.