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On Bell Let’s Talk Day, Canadians come together and raise awareness about mental health issues. At GreeneStone Centre for Recovery, we recognize that breaking the stigma surrounding mental health and addiction is essential in order for people to open up and ask for help. Addiction is a complex disease that can happen to anyone, and […]

The holiday season is a difficult time of year for those experiencing substance use disorder and addiction. The family gatherings, celebrations (often with alcohol) and social obligations that come with the season can actually lead to anxiety and stress. Many Canadians will also feel that the dark winter months are isolating, and may find themselves […]

On the third annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation – September 30th, 2023 – we confront the ongoing impact of intergenerational trauma on Indigenous Peoples directly resulting from colonialism and the Canadian residential schools system.  It’s estimated that Indigenous people are six times more likely to be hospitalized or die from drug-related causes. Generations […]

If your loved one is going through recovery, as a parent, partner, sibling or even a close friend, you know it can take a heavy toll with unique challenges and stresses. You may find you’re ignoring your own needs in an effort to support them. But you can’t help them if you’re burnt out. Through […]

On September 30th, Canada marks its second annual National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, serving as an important reminder that Indigenous Canadians continue to grapple with the longterm effects of intergenerational trauma and inequity. We all have a role to play in unravelling the ongoing injustices caused by the residential school system and our country’s […]