May 2026: Resource Round Up
May is recognized as Sexual Violence Awareness Month. Traumatic experiences, including sexual violence, can be a risk factor for suicide. This month, to show our support for survivors, we’re highlighting organizations that provide services, information, and resources to survivors of sexual violence. Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region www.sascwr.org The Sexual Assault Support Centre […]
Mental Health Week: Moments that Matter
Every year during the first week of May in Canada, Mental Health Week is celebrated and continues to be led by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA). This year, Mental Health Week is from May 4th to May 10th, and the theme is “Come Together, Canada” with a focus on connection. All forms of connection […]
April 2026 Resource Round Up
Community Counselling Agencies in Waterloo Region Community mental health or counselling agencies are typically nonprofit organizations who strive to provide affordable mental health services, including counselling and mental health workshops. The Counselling Collaborative of Waterloo Region is a unique partnership between six non-profit counselling agencies in Waterloo Region. They work together to make it easier […]
Celebrating National Social Work Month
In celebration of National Social Work Month, this edition of Community Voices features Krishma (MSW, RSW) who shares her experience working with the community and her connection to suicide prevention. For as long as Krishma can remember, she has felt drawn to work that makes a tangible difference in people’s lives. Early on, she considered […]
June 2025 Resource Round Up: Men’s Mental Health & Suicide Prevention
Men’s Mental Health and Suicide Prevention Resources June is recognized as Canadian Men’s Health Month. For this month’s Resource Round-Up, we’re highlighting organizations and resources that are focused on men’s mental health and suicide prevention. To learn more about how suicide impacts men, visit: Mental Health and Suicide Prevention in Men – Evidence Brief – […]
Winter Break Wellbeing Passport
The Waterloo Region Suicide Prevention Council has put together a resource for families during their Winter School Break. Take your family on an adventure this winter break towards greater mental health and wellbeing. This resource, the “Winter Break Wellbeing Passport”, takes families on an adventure within their own homes and communities to learn about and practice […]
Staffing Announcement: Program Coordinator
A statement from Amanda Demmer, current Program Coordinator: With mixed emotions, I share the news that I will be stepping down from my position as WRSPC’s Program Coordinator. I am saddened to be leaving a role that has allowed me such fulfilling opportunities to connect with and impact our community, though excited for my next […]
#365Convos Announcement
Today, on Bell Let’s Talk Day, we are launching our newest initiative #365Convos. Bell Let’s Talk Day raises awareness, encourages dialogue, and brings needed attention to mental health. Raising awareness can help us to attune to and recognize signs of struggle in ourselves and in those around us and can reduce the stigma attached to […]
2019-2020 Granting Process Now Accepting Applications
Each year, the WRSPC accepts grant applications from organizations in the community looking to implement suicide prevention programming or activities. To be eligible for funding, applicants must be from Waterloo Region and programs or activities must align with the mission & vision of the WRSPC. Programs or activities must also fall within the scope of […]
2018-2019 Granting Process Now Accepting Applications
Each year, the WRSPC accepts grant applications from organizations in the community looking to implement suicide prevention programming or activities. To be eligible for funding, applicants must be from Waterloo Region and programs or activities must align with the mission & vision of the WRSPC. Programs or activities must also fall within the scope of […]