March is Nutrition Month in Canada, and the Dietitians of Canada work to highlight the role food plays in our overall health and well-being. So what exactly is nutrition and why does it matter? What is nutrition? Nutrition is the process by which our bodies take in and use food...
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The recent events in Tumbler Ridge, BC have shocked people across the province, the country, and the world. As details start to come out and more information is known, it is natural to feel sadness, hurt, anger, and loss of hope. Even if you don’t feel anything at all, that...
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When the subject of self-love and self-compassion comes up, they are typically met with either an eye roll, a shrug of the shoulders, or someone saying “I haven’t quite got to that yet.” It feels like something many people brush off, shove to the side, or avoid altogether. Self-love isn’t...
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Being a parent is never simple, straightforward, or easy, especially in the age of social media. It is estimated that approximately 95% of teens aged 13-17 use at least one social media app, and most spend the majority of their free time online. Social media becomes the basis for their...
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Welcome to January, everyone! This time of the year, for many people, is seen as a fresh start and an opportunity to build new habits and try new activities. There is momentum to change, and an irresistible feeling of a fresh, clean page to write on. While that is undeniable,...
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Winter Solstice is just around the corner, signalling the shortest day of the year as well as the beginning of winter. This can often feel depressing since the weather is colder and the days are shorter. However, like many aspects of life, there are fun little therapeutic lessons to...
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For many, December is a month of holiday celebrations, parties, and time off work. For others, however, December can mean longer hours, shorter deadlines, and heavier workload. This is often the case because of year-end deadlines , or staff being away on holidays which means fewer hands on deck. Additionally,...
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November 25th marks the start of the United Nations’ UNiTE campaign, which brings attention to one of the most serious human rights violations in the world: violence against women and girls. Globally, about one in three women has experienced physical or sexual violence at least once in her life. This...
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National Addictions Awareness Week is November 16th – 22nd this year, and the theme is Anchoring Hope. This is a time to shine a light on the current drug epidemic many people find themselves in, with particular focus on the realities of substance use, recovery, and resilience on both an...
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