All Resources
App or Online Tool
Stresslr
Free web app that provides a fun and engaging way for children to learn about stress, understand how they react to it, and develop healthy strategies to cope with stress in their daily lives.
MindMasters 2
This resource helps children (4-9 years of age) develop social and emotional skills through relaxation, positive thinking and mindfulness in fun and age-appropriate ways.
Books
Nourished: Connection, food, and caring for our kids (and everyone else we love)
This book gives parents and caregivers the keys to transform the everyday act of feeding children (and other loved ones) into a most fulfilling and nourishing dance of attachment.
Secrets of feeding a healthy family: How to eat, how to raise good eaters, how to cook
This book encourages families to go to the trouble of feeding themselves well.
You are a social detective! Explaining social thinking to kids
This book teaches children and students (ages 5-10) how to recognize and develop social skills, a skill set they can use at home, school, or within the community.
Kelty's Webinars
Protective Factors for Student Mental Health and Well-being: Learnings from the YDI and Kids & Covid Project
Dr. Hasina Samji discusses mental health and well being in BC from recent findings from the Youth Development Instrument (YDI) and the Kids and COVID project – with a focus on protective factors and recommendations for improving mental health and well-being.
Part 2: Trailblazing Indigenous Pathways Through Social & Emotional Wellness : Webinar for School Professionals
For school professionals. Webinar recording for Part 2: Trailblazing Indigenous Pathways Through Social & Emotional Wellness.
Part 1: Redefining & Locating Culture within our SEL Practice: Webinar for School Professionals
For School Professionals. Webinar recording for Part 1: Redefining & Locating Culture within our SEL Practice. To see the accompanying presentation slides, click here (Apr. 20, 2022).
Medication Sheets
Naltrexone (ReVia®)
Naltrexone belongs to a group of medications called opioid antagonists and is commonly used for the management of alcohol use disorder.
Pregabalin (Lyrica®)
Pregabalin is primarily used for the management of nerve pain and fibromyalgia in adults. It is sometimes used for treatment of anxiety in adolescents when standard treatments are not helpful or tolerated.
Buprenorphine-Naloxone (Suboxone®)
Buprenorphine-Naloxone (Suboxone®) is a medication that belongs to a group of medications called opioid agonist therapy (OAT). It is primarily used for the management of adults with moderate to serve opioid dependence.
PDFs
Coping with Separation Handbook
This handbook has information for parents and caregivers going through a separation or divorce. It contains information and tips for helping children with their emotions or who are experiencing stress.
Supporting your Child’s Mental Wellness: Mental Health & Mental Health Literacy
Handout developed in partnership with Vancouver Coastal Health on mental health and mental health literacy .
The Tech Solution: Creating Healthy Habits for Kids Growing up in a Digital World
The Tech Solution is a resource for parents and educators who want to explore their approach for raising kids in a digital world. It outlines things to know about the short-term and potential long-term consequences of tech use.
Podcasts and Audio
Support Service
Support Groups for Tourette Syndrome
These support groups are for individuals and families living with Tourette syndrome in communities where existing support and services may not be readily accessible. Includes virtual peer support groups for parents of youth children, parents, youth, and adults, as well as video presentations.
Bullying Canada (24/7)
Bullying Canada is a bullying support service run by youth for youth, providing phone and online chat resources.
Pacific Autism Family Network (PAFN)
The Pacific Autism Family Network (PAFN) is a centre of excellence and network of supports for individuals with autism spectrum disorder and their families across the province.
Videos
Clone of ADHD and Self-Regulation: Webinar Recording
This webinar on ADHD and Self-Regulation focuses on the science behind self-regulation and ADHD, the definition of self-regulation, and to explore sensory and motor self-regulation strategies.
ADHD and Self-Regulation: Webinar Recording
This webinar on ADHD and Self-Regulation focuses on the science behind self-regulation and ADHD, the definition of self-regulation, and to explore sensory and motor self-regulation strategies.
Anxiety Myths: What Every Family Should Know
Multi-language resource
Check out these resources that clear up some common misunderstandings to better support our kids.
Websites
PROUD2BE 2SLGBTQIA+ Support
PROUD2BE is a program dedicated to empowering 2SLGBTQIA+ people with a focus on trans, two-spirit, non-binary, genderqueer, and youth in our community who do not fit into the traditional gender binary, as well as their families.
Community Mental Health Resources for Autistic Youth
Caregivers of autistic young people may find benefit in looking through each package’s background information, community services lists, and online resource recommendations.
TLC Foundation for Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviours
The TLC Foundation for Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors helps end isolation and shame for people experiencing hair pulling, skin picking, nail biting, cheek biting, and associated behaviors.
