Generated by All in One SEO v5.0.1.1, this is an llms.txt file, used by LLMs to index the site. # Erin Mills Connects Connnecting community for better mental health ## Sitemaps - [XML Sitemap](https://erinmillsconnects.org/sitemap.xml): Contains all public & indexable URLs for this website. ## Pages - [CONNECTING FOR POSITIVE MENTAL HEALTH](https://erinmillsconnects.org/) - Erin Mills Connects is a community collaborative that works to improve the well-being of children, youth and families in our communities. - [Planet Youth Mississauga](https://erinmillsconnects.org/planet-youth-mississauga/) - October 20, 2024 – Please visit the new Planet Youth Mississauga Website here: planetyouth-mississauga.ca Planet Youth Mississauga is one of many pilots implementing the Icelandic Prevention Model in Canada. Funded by the Public Health Agency of Canada, Co-Leads, The Dam and Erin Mills Connects, are moving the process forward. In addition to Erin Mills Connects and a Central Supporting - [Find Your Pathway to Success & Well-being Here!](https://erinmillsconnects.org/beyond-high-school-a-guide-to-discovering-your-pathway-to-success/) - April 5, 2022 – For official translations of resources, please click on the language you need: Beyond High School If you are a student in Mississauga, Beyond High School is for you. Within, discover your strengths, and unshakeable values. Review your potential pathways, such as apprenticeship, college, university, and work. You may also want time for a Gap Year - [Donate Today](https://erinmillsconnects.org/donate-today/) - October 3, 2024 – Help young people in your neighbourhood stay resilient Upstream mental health support is crucial, now more than ever. By becoming a monthly donor, you’ll provide stable and reliable funding, so we can continue to offer protective programs that teach young people and their caregivers how to maintain or regain positive mental health. Your ImpactYou can - [Child and Youth Programs for Positive Mental Health](https://erinmillsconnects.org/child-and-youth-programs/) - February 27, 2024 – Erin Mills Connects community collaborative's objectives are that young people are better informed about mental health, access more mental health supports & use more mental wellness tools, and that students are better able to advocate for themselves and their peers. Integral are community stakeholders collaborating to promote positive mental health, and caregivers learning how they - [About Us](https://erinmillsconnects.org/about/) - February 28, 2018 – Who is Erin Mills Connects? Erin Mills Connects community organization (EMC) was founded in 2016 as a collaborative of close to 40 community leaders. Its Steering Committee includes representatives of area schools, the Region of Peel, Peel Multicultural Council, Polycultural Immigrant and Community Services, The Dam: Develop Assist Mentor, parents/guardians, and youth. Working with its - [Connect Now!](https://erinmillsconnects.org/contact/) - February 28, 2018 – Help us stay in contact with you. Receive emails announcing opportunities toward mental wellness in west Mississauga. Thank you for your interest! If you wish more information about Events for Youth or Parents/Guardians, please contact: info@erinmillsconnects.org - [YCDSB Beyond High School placeholder](https://erinmillsconnects.org/ycdsb-beyond-high-school-placeholder/) - April 30, 2024 – - [Agenda Gap project placeholder](https://erinmillsconnects.org/agenda-gap-project-placeholder/) - June 10, 2024 – - [Community for Positive Mental Health](https://erinmillsconnects.org/community-consultation/) - In 2023, Erin Mills Connects asked stakeholders (students, caregivers, teachers, residents and municipal leaders) their thoughts and feelings on mental health regarding children, youth, post-secondary pathway resources, and caregivers. The data collection strategy (in-person and online surveys) included analyzing long-form answers for underlying sentiments and categorizing themes and concerns by various factors such as gender In 2023, Erin Mills Connects asked stakeholders (students, caregivers, teachers, residents and municipal leaders) their thoughts and feelings on mental health regarding children, youth, post-secondary pathway resources, and caregivers. The data collection strategy (in-person and online surveys) included analyzing long-form answers for underlying sentiments and categorizing themes and concerns by various factors such as gender February 29, 2024 – In 2023, Erin Mills Connects asked stakeholders (students, caregivers, teachers, residents and municipal leaders) their thoughts and feelings on mental health regarding children, youth, post-secondary pathway resources, and caregivers. The data collection strategy (in-person and online surveys) included analyzing long-form answers for underlying sentiments and categorizing themes and concerns by various factors such as gender - [Adult Programs to Help Children and Youth](https://erinmillsconnects.org/adult-programs/) - February 28, 2024 – Caregivers and other community stakeholders gain knowledge, access resources, collaborate with community members, and contribute to the improvement of child and youth mental wellness when participating in Erin Mills Connects' events. Overall, programs provide opportunities for learning, capacity building, advocacy, and community engagement. Sign up for notices of upcoming events here. Community Check-in At Community - [French: AU-DELÀ DU SECONDAIRE : Un guide pour découvrir votre parcours vers la réussite](https://erinmillsconnects.org/au-dela-du-secondaire/) - May 10, 2023 – Cette ressource s’adresse aux élèves du secondaire, mais elle est destinée à être partagée avec les parents, les tuteurs et les tutrices. Elle aidera à créer un dialogue sur les parcours secondaires des élèves. En décomposant les grandes décisions en de petites discussions, elle aidera à réduire l'anxiété des jeunes et de leurs parents, tuteurs - [Arabic Beyond High School (ما بعد التعليم الثانوي)](https://erinmillsconnects.org/beyond-high-school-ما-بعد-التعليم-الثانوي/) - May 12, 2023 – ما بعد التعليم الثانوي Printable PDF -- على أوراق العمل والتدريبات التي يمكن تنزيلها - [Urdu Beyond High School (ہائی اسکول سے آگے)](https://erinmillsconnects.org/urdu-beyond-high-school/) - March 31, 2023 – - [Resources - private](https://erinmillsconnects.org/resources/) - October 17, 2019 – PROJECT NOW Project Now PDF - presented by Dr. Ian Dawe on Oct. 3, 2019 Project Now Self-Nomination Application Form and Flyer Dr. Ian Dawe is a main Champion: News Project Now PDF - presented by Mia Lennox and Michele Sparling on Feb. 4, 2020 Partner Projects and Programs Peel Multicultural Council offers programs for - [Meetings and Events](https://erinmillsconnects.org/meetings-and-events/) - September 10, 2020 – ## Team - [](https://erinmillsconnects.org/team/1154/) - [2020 SC](https://erinmillsconnects.org/team/1137/) ## Logos - [Mississauga Foundation](https://erinmillsconnects.org/wlshowcase/mississauga-foundation/) - – - [The Dam: Develop Assist Mentor](https://erinmillsconnects.org/wlshowcase/the-dam-develop-assist-mentor/) - – - [Public Health Agency of Canada](https://erinmillsconnects.org/wlshowcase/public-health-agency-of-canada/) - – - [Planet Youth Mississauga](https://erinmillsconnects.org/wlshowcase/planet-youth-mississauga/) - – - [City of Mississauga](https://erinmillsconnects.org/wlshowcase/city-of-mississauga/) - – - [CCDMP](https://erinmillsconnects.org/wlshowcase/ccdmp/) - – - [Canada Healthy Communities Initiative](https://erinmillsconnects.org/wlshowcase/1522/) - – ## Events - [ONLINE RELATIONSHIPS AND CRUCIAL CONVERSATIONS FREE ONLINE WORKSHOPS](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/online-relationships-and-crucial-conversations-free-online-workshops/) - Talking with your child about their online relationships Join us for two workshops on how we can manage screens, digital awareness and safety. Each webinar will include an interactive Q&A session, giving participants the opportunity to ask questions to the presenter. Please note that both webinars will be the same topic. Sessions will be led - [ONLINE RELATIONSHIPS AND CRUCIAL CONVERSATIONS FREE ONLINE WORKSHOPS](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/online-relationships-and-crucial-conversations-free-online-workshops-475/) - Talking with your child about their online relationships Join us for two workshops on how we can manage screens, digital awareness and safety. Each webinar will include an interactive Q&A session, giving participants the opportunity to ask questions to the presenter. Please note that both webinars will be the same topic. Sessions will be led - [Dr. Alfgeir Kristjansson explains the Icelandic Prevention Model](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/dr-alfgeir-kristjansson-explains-the-icelandic-prevention-model-2/) - Erin Mills Connects and its lead organization, The Dam: Develop Assist Mentor, recently received approval to continue with the implementation of the Icelandic Prevention Model that holds promise for better mental health and less substance use among our young people. Under the banner of Planet Youth Mississauga and funded by the Public Health Agency of - [Dr. Alfgeir Kristjansson explains the Icelandic Prevention Model](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/dr-alfgeir-kristjansson-explains-the-icelandic-prevention-model/) - Erin Mills Connects and its lead organization, The Dam: Develop Assist Mentor, recently received approval to continue with the implementation of the Icelandic Prevention Model that holds promise for better mental health and less substance use among our young people. Under the banner of Planet Youth Mississauga and funded by the Public Health Agency of - [Erin Mills Connects/Planet Youth Mississauga meeting - CANCELLED](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-planet-youth-mississauga-meeting/) - This meeting has been cancelled due to a number of meetings already held for PYM this month. Please register for the Hybrid meeting in November. Thank you for your support. - [Planet Youth Mississauga and Erin Mills Connects meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/planet-youth-mississauga-and-erin-mills-connects-meeting-2/) - Please join us on Thursday, Apr. 16 at 11 a.m. for a meeting of Planet Youth Mississauga and Erin Mills Connects to discuss upstream prevention and programs that promote positive mental health of children, youth and families . This meeting is by Zoom only. Login at https://onpathway.me/2025-2026 - [Planet Youth Mississauga and Erin Mills Connects meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/planet-youth-mississauga-and-erin-mills-connects-meeting-3/) - Please join us on Thursday, May 14 at 11 a.m. for a meeting of Planet Youth Mississauga and Erin Mills Connects to discuss upstream prevention and programs that promote positive mental health of children, youth and families . This meeting is by Zoom only. Login at https://onpathway.me/2025-2026 - [Youth-Led Hybrid Meeting for Erin Mills Connects and Planet Youth Mississauga](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/youth-led-hybrid-meeting-for-erin-mills-connects-and-planet-youth-mississauga-2/) - Our first hybrid meeting of 2026 will be on Thursday, Feb. 19 at 4 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. at MindShare Workspace in Erin Mills Town Centre. Please join us for snacks, and good conversation about how to improve well-being in our communities. If you cannot join us in person, please login on Zoom at https://onpathway.me/2025-2026 - [Youth-Led Hybrid Meeting for Erin Mills Connects and Planet Youth Mississauga](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/youth-led-hybrid-meeting-for-erin-mills-connects-and-planet-youth-mississauga-3/) - Let's celebrate the 2025-2026 year of collaboration for EMC and PYM. This will be a lunch meeting on Thursday, June 11 at 11a.m. to 12:15 p.m. at MindShare Workspace in Erin Mills Town Centre. Please join us for lunch, and good conversation about how to improve well-being in our communities. If you cannot join us - [Youth-Led Hybrid Meeting for Erin Mills Connects and Planet Youth Mississauga](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/youth-led-hybrid-meeting-for-erin-mills-connects-and-planet-youth-mississauga/) - Our hybrid meeting will be on Thursday, Nov. 13 at 4 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. at MindShare Workspace in Erin Mills Town Centre. Please join us for snacks, and good conversation about how to improve well-being in our communities. If you cannot join us in person, please login on Zoom at https://onpathway.me/2025-2026 - [Planet Youth Mississauga and Erin Mills Connects meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/planet-youth-mississauga-and-erin-mills-connects-meeting/) - Please join us on Thursday, Jan. 15 at 11 a.m. for a meeting of Planet Youth Mississauga and Erin Mills Connects to discuss upstream prevention and programs that promote positive mental health of children, youth and families. This meeting is by Zoom only. Login at https://onpathway.me/2025-2026 - [Erin Mills Connects and Planet Youth Mississauga Hybrid Meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-and-planet-youth-mississauga-hybrid-meeting/) - Welcome to the 2025-2026 year of collaboration for EMC and PYM. Our first meeting will be on Thursday, Sept. 18 at 4 p.m. to 5:15 p.m. at MindShare Workspace in Erin Mills Town Centre. Please join us for snacks, and good conversation about how to improve well-being in our communities. If you cannot join us - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting -- Cancelled -- next meeting is June 11 at 11 a.m.](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/planet-youth-mississauga-core-group-meeting-564-899-724-324-364-436-315/) - [Planet Youth Mississauga and Erin Mills Connects celebration -- Youth members included](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/planet-youth-mississauga-core-group-meeting-564-899-739-641/) - Please add to your calendar our celebration lunch and get together on Wed., June 11, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm at MindShare Workspace in Erin Mills Town Centre Shopping Mall, 5100 Erin Mills Parkway, Mississauga. This event is free. Our Guest Speaker is Margrét Lilja Guðmundsdóttir, Chief Knowledge Officer for Planet Youth (Iceland). Many of - [Mississauga Community Meeting with Planet Youth](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/mississauga-community-meeting-with-planet-youth/) - Join us during the evening of Monday, November 18 for an introduction and a meet and greet with the North American leaders from Planet Youth who have successfully implemented the Icelandic Prevention Model. Location: T.L. Kennedy SS; 6:30 - 7:45 p.m., Register here: https://onpathway.me/pym24 - [Planet Youth Mississauga Core Group Meeting - CANCELLED](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/planet-youth-mississauga-core-group-meeting-564-899-724-711/) - This regularly scheduled meeting has been cancelled to facilitate members participating in education and community events planned the week of November 18th with leaders from Iceland and parts of North America. We apologize for any inconvenience this has caused. - [Planet Youth Mississauga - Meadowvale Community Action Team](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/planet-youth-mississauga-meadowvale-community-action-team/) - Join your neighbours in Meadowvale for the second meeting of the Meadowvale Community Action Team at the Meadowvale drop-in of The Dam (behind the Shoppers Drug Mart in Meadowvale Town Centre plaza) at 5 p.m. No registration required. - [Planet Youth Mississauga - Defining Success Workshop](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/planet-youth-mississauga-defining-success/) - Join the Planet Youth Academy and Planet Youth Mississauga as we work through what success looks like in our community to reduce risk from substance use and increase protective factors for youth. Tuesday, November 19: 9:30-11:30 a.m. ET Defining success workshop. Location: The Dam Meadowvale (behind Shoppers Drug Mart) 6975 Meadowvale Town Centre Cir, Mississauga, - [Planet Youth Mississauga -- Cooksville Community Action Table](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/planet-youth-mississauga-cooksville-coalition/) - Join your Cooksville neighbours for the first Community Action Table meeting toward piloting the Icelandic Prevention Model in Mississauga (also known as Planet Youth Mississauga). Meeting is at 12:30 p.m. at T.L. Kennedy SS. If driving, use the Cook Street entrance. RSVP to Ken@thedam.org - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting focused on Youth](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/sc-mississauga-youth-meeting-564-899-724-324-138-733/) - You are invited to join the Steering Committee meeting for Erin Mills Connects. The meeting is an hour and a quarter, starting at 4 p.m. Eastern Time at https://onpathway.me/2024SC2025. Come in person (meet at MindShare Workspace in Erin Mills Town Centre) or login on Zoom! - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting focused on Youth](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/sc-mississauga-youth-meeting-564-899-724-324-138/) - You are invited to join the Steering Committee meeting for Erin Mills Connects. The meeting is an hour and a quarter, starting at 4 p.m. Eastern Time at https://onpathway.me/2024SC2025. Come in person (meet at MindShare Workspace in Erin Mills Town Centre) or login on Zoom! - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/planet-youth-mississauga-core-group-meeting-564-899-724-324-364/) - You are invited to join the Steering Committee meeting for Erin Mills Connects. The Meeting is an hour, starting at 10 a.m. Eastern Time at https://onpathway.me/2024SC2025. - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/planet-youth-mississauga-core-group-meeting-564-899-724-324-364-436/) - You are invited to join the Steering Committee meeting for Erin Mills Connects. The Meeting is an hour, starting at 10 a.m. Eastern Time at https://onpathway.me/2024SC2025. - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/planet-youth-mississauga-core-group-meeting-564-899-724-324/) - You are invited to join the Steering Committee meeting for Erin Mills Connects. The Meeting is an hour, starting at 10 a.m. Eastern Time at https://onpathway.me/2024SC2025. - [Planet Youth Mississauga Core Group Meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/planet-youth-mississauga-core-group-meeting-564-899-739/) - You are invited to join the Planet Youth Mississauga core group of community leaders piloting the Icelandic Prevention Model in three of our diverse, urban neighbourhoods. Meetings are an hour, starting at 11 a.m. Eastern Time at https://onpathway.me/2024SC2025. - [Planet Youth Mississauga Core Group Meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/planet-youth-mississauga-core-group-meeting-564-899/) - You are invited to join the Planet Youth Mississauga core group of community leaders piloting the Icelandic Prevention Model in three of our diverse, urban neighbourhoods. Meetings are an hour, starting at 11 a.m. Eastern Time at https://onpathway.me/2024SC2025. - [Planet Youth Mississauga Core Group Meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/planet-youth-mississauga-core-group-meeting-564-579/) - You are invited to join the Planet Youth Mississauga core group of community leaders piloting the Icelandic Prevention Model in three of our diverse, urban neighbourhoods. Meetings are an hour, starting at 11 a.m. Eastern Time at https://onpathway.me/2024SC2025. - [Planet Youth Mississauga Core Group Meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/planet-youth-mississauga-core-group-meeting-564/) - You are invited to join the Planet Youth Mississauga core group of community leaders piloting the Icelandic Prevention Model in three of our diverse, urban neighbourhoods. Meetings are an hour, starting at 11 a.m. Eastern Time at https://onpathway.me/2024SC2025. - [Planet Youth Mississauga Core Group Meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/planet-youth-mississauga-core-group-meeting-564-899-724/) - You are invited to join the Planet Youth Mississauga core group of community leaders piloting the Icelandic Prevention Model in three of our diverse, urban neighbourhoods. Meetings are an hour, starting at 11 a.m. Eastern Time at https://onpathway.me/2024SC2025. - [First Steering Committee of the new school year - Focused on Youth](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/first-steering-committee-of-the-new-school-year-focused-on-youth/) - Join us for our first meeting of the school year. Youth members are encouraged to attend. The meeting will be hybrid from 4 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. on September 18th at MindShare Workspace in Erin Mills Town Centre (beside Walmart's interior lower doors). Join the meeting via Zoom if you cannot come in person at: - [CANCELLED - Healthy Relationships Plus - Enhanced Program for Newcomer Youth](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/healthy-relationships-plus-enhanced-program-for-newcomer-youth/) - This program is to be rescheduled to later in 2024. Erin Mills Connects and Polycultural Immigrant & Community Services are working together to hold their first Healthy Relationships Plus - Enhanced program for newcomer youth at Polycultural's location in Sheridan Centre near the Sheridan Library. Twenty high school students will spend three days with a - [Workshop for high school students toward finding jobs and wellness](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/workshop-for-high-school-students-toward-finding-jobs-and-wellness/) - If you know high school students who are struggling to find summer jobs, encourage them to register for Monday's workshop on resume preparation, Interview skills and resiliency. The workshop is free to students and their supporters, and is facilitated by Monica Lim and Sabina Kafarov of YMCA of Greater Toronto, University of British Columbia's Agenda - [Steering Committee Final meeting of the school year!](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/steering-committee-final-meeting-of-the-school-year/) - Celebrate the school year that was! This Steering Committee is a working lunch with all SC members including youth. Come early at 10:30 a.m. for conversation and snacks; the working lunch begins at 11:10 and goes to 12:10 p.m. RSVP at https://forms.gle/LjAJbWJsCnYsXPkH9. If you cannot join us in person, login at onpathway.me/SC23-24 (no registration is - [Beautiful Mind Day Part II - invitational for elementary schools](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/beautiful-mind-day-part-ii-invitational-for-elementary-schools/) - Schools that participated in November 2023 are invited back for PART II to showcase their campaigns for positive mental health. Schools received invitations to attend. - [Steering Committee Meeting featuring Youth](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/steering-committee-meeting-featuring-youth/) - Join us on Wed., April 24 for a special Steering Committee Meeting -- all about youth health and wellness. Please come at 3:30 for conversation and snacks. RSVP to info@erinmillsconnects.org. The formal part of the meeting will be hybrid from 4:00-5:15 p.m. If you cannot come in person, please login at onpathway.me/SC23-24 (no registration is - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting Focused on Youth](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-focused-on-youth-3/) - We hope you will be able to join us on Wednesday, Feb. 21, 2024 at 4-5:15 p.m. ET. Come early at 3:30 for snacks and conversation. We will be meeting at MindShare Workspace at Erin Mills Town Centre (beside Walmart's interior door on the first floor). We’d prefer that you attend in person, but if - [March Break Healthy Relationships Plus Program](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/march-break-healthy-relationships-plus-program/) - Erin Mills Connects and The Dam are sponsoring a Healthy Relationships Plus program for Grade 9 and 10 students during March Break (Mar. 11-12, 9 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.). The program will be held at The Dam: Develop Assist Mentor, 6975 Meadowvale Town Centre Circle (behind Shoppers Drug Mart) and led by an exceptional HRP - [Erin Mills Connects Community Check-in with Omar Goodgame and Miguel Martinez discussing services from EveryMind, mental health supports for children and youth](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-community-check-in-with-omar-goodgame-and-miguel-martinez-discussing-services-from-everymind-mental-health-supports-for-children-and-youth-2/) - Join Erin Mills Connects via Zoom for a Community Check-in. For the first time ever, our Check-in will be held twice to accommodate attendees' schedules. Community Check-in featuring EveryMind’s Omar Goodgame, Youth Engagement Coordinator, with Miguel Martinez as Emcee. Register for one: a)Monday, Feb. 12 at 12:30-1:30 p.m. Register at https://onpathway.me/Checkin24a b)Thursday, Feb. 15 at - [Erin Mills Connects Community Check-in with Omar Goodgame and Miguel Martinez discussing services from EveryMind, mental health supports for children and youth](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-community-check-in-with-omar-goodgame-and-miguel-martinez-discussing-services-from-everymind-mental-health-supports-for-children-and-youth/) - Join Erin Mills Connects via Zoom for a Community Check-in. For the first time ever, our Check-in will be held twice to accommodate attendees' schedules. Community Check-in featuring EveryMind’s Omar Goodgame, Youth Engagement Coordinator, with Miguel Martinez as Emcee. Register for one: a)Monday, Feb. 12 at 12:30-1:30 p.m. Register at https://onpathway.me/Checkin24a b)Thursday, Feb. 15 at - [3Es: Helping Children Regulate Emotion and Show Empathy. Two workshops for parents/guardians and those who work with children ages 8-14](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/3es-helping-children-regulate-emotion-and-show-empathy-two-workshops-for-parents-guardians-and-those-who-work-with-children-ages-8-14-2/) - Join Erin Mills Connects community organization for a free ONLINE workshop series from the University of Toronto Mississauga’s Centre for Child Development, Mental Health, and Policy. Register for FREE by scanning the QR code or visiting: onpathway.me/3Esfeb24 Dates: Wed., Feb. 21 and Wed., Feb. 28 Time: 7 - 8 p.m. ET Register once for both - [3Es: Helping Children Regulate Emotion and Show Empathy. Two workshops for parents/guardians and those who work with children ages 8-14](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/3es-helping-children-regulate-emotion-and-show-empathy-two-workshops-for-parents-guardians-and-those-who-work-with-children-ages-8-14-2-701/) - Join Erin Mills Connects community organization for a free ONLINE workshop series from the University of Toronto Mississauga’s Centre for Child Development, Mental Health, and Policy. Register for FREE by scanning the QR code or visiting: onpathway.me/3Esfeb24 Dates: Wed., Feb. 21 and Wed., Feb. 28 Time: 7 - 8 p.m. ET Register once for both - [Online Steering Committee Meeting, update to programs](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/online-steering-committee-meeting-update-to-programs/) - Please join our Steering Committee meeting on Monday, May 13 at 9 - 10 a.m. via Zoom. Login at https://onpathway.me/SC23-24 (no registration is required). All are welcome. - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee update](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-focused-on-youth-2/) - Due to the upcoming Beautiful Mind Event which involves many of our youth volunteers, we are not holding a youth-focused meeting at this time. For a quick update, please login at 4 p.m. via Zoom using the link or QR code below (no registration is required): https://onpathway.me/SCwYouth - [Ontario School Counsellors' Association (OSCA) Conference in Meadowvale](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/ontario-school-counsellors-association-osca-conference-in-meadowvale/) - If you are at the OSCA Conference, please drop by booth 7 for Beyond High School, a new compendium to help students and their families discuss steps after secondary school. - [Beautiful Mind Day November 2023 Invitational](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/beautiful-mind-day-november-2023-invitational/) - Beautiful Mind Day was founded in 2017 by Erin Mills Connects and Coach Miguel Martinez. Now in its sixth year, it will be held for elementary schools in west Mississauga on Nov. 30th, 2023 from 9-2 p.m. at Churchill Meadows Community Centre and Mattamy Sports Park (dome). K-8, K-5 and K-6 schools can register 10 - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee online meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-online-meeting-3/) - Please join us for a brief online meeting where we will discuss caregiver programs and other initiatives to improve mental health promotion in our communities. Meetings will be from 9-10 a.m. on Thurs., Oct. 19; Thurs., Dec. 14, 2023; and Thurs. Jan. 18, 2024. Login at 8:55 a.m. using the following link or QR Code: - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee online meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-online-meeting-2/) - Please join us for a brief online meeting where we will discuss caregiver programs and other initiatives to improve mental health promotion in our communities. Meetings will be from 9-10 a.m. on Thurs., Oct. 19; Thurs., Dec. 14, 2023; and Thurs. Jan. 18, 2024. Login at 8:55 a.m. using the following link or QR Code: - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee online meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-online-meeting/) - Please join us for a brief online meeting where we will discuss caregiver programs and other initiatives to improve mental health promotion in our communities. Meetings will be from 9-10 a.m. on Thurs., Oct. 19; Thurs., Dec. 14, 2023; and Thurs. Jan. 18, 2024. Login at 8:55 a.m. using the following link or QR Code: - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting Focused on Youth](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-focused-on-youth/) - We hope you will be able to join us on Wednesday, Sept. 20 at 4-5:15 p.m. at Erin Mills Town Centre for our first Steering Committee Meeting. It will be held in MindShare Workspace that is beside the lower interior doors of Walmart. We’d prefer that you attend in person, but if you are unable, - [Agenda Gap Youth Panel: Youth Have Mental Health Too!](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/agenda-gap-youth-panel-youth-have-mental-health-too/) - Are you passionate about youth mental health and ready to make a difference? Do you want to explore the common misconceptions surrounding mental health affecting youth and understand who supports or could support well-being? Join other community members and young people for this discussion on Tues., July 4 at 1 p.m. ET. Register here: onpathway.me/AGyouth - [The 3 Es: A Free Social-Emotional Development Workshop](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/3-es-promoting-empathy-toward-social-development-free-workshop/) - The 3 Es of Social-Emotional Development is a FREE workshop presented by University of Toronto Mississauga’s Centre for Child Development, Mental Health, and Policy. Learn The 3 Es that are core components of social-emotional development: Emotion regulation, Empathy for self, and Empathy for others. Gain practical strategies for yourself, your work, and your family. Join - [Beautiful Mind Day Field Trip -- invitational for schools](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/beautiful-mind-day/) - We are going back to in-person programming for Beautiful Mind Day, a mental health field trip to Churchill Meadows Community Centre and Mattamy Sports Park. This is an invitational, and elementary schools from west-end Mississauga will be invited to select mental health ambassadors who will learn more about how to be a good friend. Please - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting -- all are welcome](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-all-are-welcome/) - The May meeting of the EMC Steering Committee will be an hour by Zoom only on Thurs., May 25 from 9-10 a.m. Please register to add the meeting to the calendar on your device. Register here: https://onpathway.me/May2023 - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee focusing on Youth Programming @ MINDSHARE WORKSPACE IN ERIN MILLS TOWN CENTRE](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-focusing-on-youth-programming-907/) - All are invited to join us. We are meeting at MindShare Workspace in Erin Mills Town Centre (Walmart side). NOTE THAT THIS IS A CHANGE OF LOCATION FROM EARLIER NOTIFICATIONS. We encourage participants to attend this meeting in person, if possible. Please register for the Tues., April 18th meeting, starting at 4:00 and ending at - [Self-regulation workshop series via Zoom - for Parents/Guardians and Other Caregivers](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/self-regulation-workshop-series-via-zoom-for-educators-and-others-who-work-with-children-and-youth-883-469-981/) - Session 1 - Thurs., April 27th 6:30pm - 8:00pm Session 2 - Thurs., May 18th, 6:30pm - 8:00pm register here: https://onpathway.me/self-reg-pge - [Self-regulation workshop series via Zoom - for Parents/Guardians and Other Caregivers](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/self-regulation-workshop-series-via-zoom-for-educators-and-others-who-work-with-children-and-youth-883-469/) - Session 1 - Thurs., April 27th 6:30pm - 8:00pm Session 2 - Thurs., May 18th, 6:30pm - 8:00pm register here: https://onpathway.me/self-reg-pge - [Community Consultation about Mental Health in West Mississauga](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/community-consultation-about-mental-health-in-west-mississauga/) - Add Your Voice about the mental health of children, youth and families in West Mississauga! Please help Erin Mills Connects community collaborative set priorities for mental health promotion and programs on Wed., March 1 from 3:45-5:15 p.m. ET At Churchill Meadows Community Centre & Mattamy Sports Park, 5320 Ninth Line, Mississauga. Register by scanning the - [Steering Committee focusing on Youth Programming](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-focusing-on-youth-programming/) - Steering Committee focusing on Youth Programming December 1, 2022 - [Steering Committee Meeting - Celebrating the Year!](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-celebrating-the-year/) - Steering Committee January 23, 2023 Steering Committee Meeting – Celebrating the Year! - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting via Zoom only](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-via-zoom-only/) - Please join us for the first Steering Committee of the New Year. This will be by Zoom on Fri., Jan. 20, 2023. All are welcome. Please register here: https://onpathway.me/Jan2023 Included in the discussion will be Beautiful Mind Events (with Coach Martinez), Caregiver events for the winter, and updates of Beyond High School workshops. - [Beyond High School -- Free pathways workshop for high school students and families](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/beyond-high-school-free-pathways-workshop-for-high-school-students-and-families/) - Deciding which direction to follow is difficult for families and graduating students. This workshop will help set you on the right path. Join us for an introduction of a new resource, Beyond High School: A guide to discovering your pathway to success. Workshop presenters are writers of Beyond High School, including: -Robert Martellacci, CEO of - [Community Check-in featuring author Ann Douglas and Coach Miguel Martinez](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/community-check-in-featuring-author-ann-douglas-and-coach-miguel-martinez/) - Join Erin Mills Connects for its semi-annual Community Check-in for residents and workers who serve our communities in west Mississauga. This FREE lunch-and-learn session will take place on Wed., Nov. 30 at Noon. Register here: https://onpathway.me/Ann2022 In this thought-provoking workshop, Ann Douglas will reflect on the conversations she had with the more than 100 midlife - [Join us for a free workshop: BEYOND HIGH SCHOOL](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/join-us-for-a-free-workshop-beyond-high-school/) - Beyond High School: A guide to discovering your pathway to success Deciding which path to follow is difficult for families and graduating students. Beyond High School is a digital resource and workbook that can help. Developed by the community collaborative Erin Mills Connects, Beyond High School covers what you need to know about applying for - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-16/) - Please join us for the second meeting of the new school year. Register to receive further information. Thank you. Hi there, You are invited to a Zoom meeting. When: Thurs., Oct 27, 2022 09:00- 10:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) [NEW DATE!) Register in advance for this meeting: https://onpathway.me/OCT2022 After registering, you will receive - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee -- focus on Youth Programming](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-focus-on-youth-programming-2/) - Please join us for the second meeting of the Steering Committee focussed on youth programming in 2022-2023. This will be a hybrid meeting. Studio.89, a member of the social economy, at 2520 Eglinton Ave W Unit 1, Mississauga will be our host. You can also join our meeting by Zoom. Register in advance for this - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-17/) - The final meeting of 2022, please join us as we schedule for 2023 and plan events for caregivers, children and youth. Hi there, You are invited to a Zoom meeting. When: Dec 14, 2022 09:00 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada) Register in advance for this meeting: https://onpathway.me/DEC2022 After registering, you will receive a confirmation - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee -- focus on Youth Programming](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-focus-on-youth-programming/) - Please join us for the first meeting of the new school year. This will be held in person at MindShare WorkSpace (beside the interior door to Walmart (ground floor) at Erin Mills Town Centre). If you are unable to come in person, join us on Zoom. This is a hybrid meeting. Thank you to Robert - [Beyond High School launch with Mary Nanavati, former high school principal (John Fraser SS)](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/beyond-high-school-launch-with-lorretta-neebar-235/) - Join us on Monday, May 30 at 12:00 p.m. for half an hour as we explain a new resource to help high school students and their parents chart their paths beyond high school. This is a free introduction. You will also hear from one of the youths who reviewed the resource. Register here for the - [Beyond High School launch with Lorretta Neebar, UTM Registrar](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/beyond-high-school-launch-with-lorretta-neebar/) - Join us on Tuesday, May 31 at 7:00 p.m. for half an hour as we explain a new resource to help high school students and their parents chart their paths beyond high school. This is a free introduction. You will also hear from one of the youths who reviewed the resource. Register here for the - [Supporting resilience in youth and families during and after the pandemic -- a workshop series led by Dr. Dillon Browne](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/parent-guardian-caregiver-workshop-series-with-dr-dillon-browne-and-a-youth-panel/) - JOIN US FOR A FREE two-part workshop series for parents/guardians and caregivers: I. Wednesday, May 11, 6:30-8 p.m. Dr. Dillon Browne, Canada Research Chair in Child and Family Clinical Psychology, moderates a panel of local youth and provides context to what they are experiencing. II. Wednesday, May 18, 6:30-8 p.m. Informed by the discussion of - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-15/) - Please join us for one of our regular Steering Committee meetings where we will discuss child and youth mental health programs, parent/guardian wellness supports, community building and newcomer resources. We welcome anyone who lives or works in west Mississauga and shares our passion for child, youth and family well-being. You can attend in person (Erin - [Being trauma informed as caregivers, parents and guardians](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/being-trauma-informed-as-caregivers-parents-and-guardians/) - You may already be using a “trauma-informed lens,” or have just heard about it. It relates to always taking care when communicating to avoid further hurting others if they’ve been traumatized. The past two years have been very difficult, especially for caregivers and young people in our families, communities, and schools. A new report from - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-11/) - Please join us for one of our regular Steering Committee meetings where we will discuss child and youth mental health programs, parent/guardian wellness supports, community building and newcomer resources. We welcome anyone who lives or works in west Mississauga and shares our passion for child, youth and family well-being. This is a Zoom meeting. Register - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-14/) - Please join us for one of our regular Steering Committee meetings where we will discuss child and youth mental health programs, parent/guardian wellness supports, community building and newcomer resources. We welcome anyone who lives or works in west Mississauga and shares our passion for child, youth and family well-being. This is a Zoom meeting. Register - [Steering Committee Meeting - All community members are welcome! Youth Focus Agenda](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/steering-committee-meeting-all-community-members-are-welcome-youth-focus-agenda/) - Please join Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting on Tues., Feb. 22, 2022. Meetings last up to an hour and a half and cover ways that this community collaborative can help promote mental wellness among children, youth and families. Register for the meeting on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqcO6spj4jGtXfelirB8RoLLVfBGpJ0Dg5 - [Steering Committee Meeting - All community members are welcome!](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/steering-committee-meeting-all-community-members-are-welcome/) - Please join Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting on Fri., Jan. 14, 2022. Meetings last up to an hour and a half and cover ways that this community collaborative can help promote mental wellness among children, youth and families. Register for the meeting on Zoom: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEsc--hqTguHNa-4L2YomKqAY7qgxDglsLX - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-13/) - All are welcome to join the Steering Committee meetings where the group discusses community outreach to improve child and youth well-being. Register for the meeting at: https://bit.ly/EMCDec16 - [Parent/Guardian Workshop presented by Dr. Maisha Syeda of Western University](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/parent-guardian-workshops-presented-by-dr-maisha-syeda-of-western-university-708/) - Join us in January for a FREE Workshop on Zoom with psychologist Dr. Maisha Syeda from Western University. She will help parents communicate effectively, and in turn, help their children better express themselves. Thurs., Jan. 27, 2022 at 6:30 to 8 p.m. Register here: https://bit.ly/EMC2022 - [Parent/Guardian Workshops presented by Dr. Maisha Syeda of Western University](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/parent-guardian-workshops-presented-by-dr-maisha-syeda-of-western-university/) - Join us in January for a FREE two-part workshop series on Zoom with psychologist Dr. Maisha Syeda from Western University. She will help parents communicate effectively, and in turn, help their children better express themselves. Thurs., Jan. 20 and Thurs., Jan. 27, 2022 at 6:30 to 8 p.m. Register here: https://bit.ly/EMC2022. Registrants are welcome to - [Community Check-in -- All welcome](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/1511/) - Join us for the first Community Check-in of the new school year on Wednesday, Nov. 3 from 4:00 to 5:00 p.m. Ann Douglas will be our featured speaker. All welcome. Register here for the Zoom meeting: https://bit.ly/Nov3EMC It’s Not Just You: A Conversation About Pandemic-Related Exhaustion and Burnout Over the course of the pandemic, Ann Douglas - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-11-2/) - All are welcome to the Steering Committee Meetings where the group discusses events and programs to improve the psychological well-being of youth and children in the area. Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwtcOGsrzstGNSOdILom1qXq1scfxyYotgZ - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-12/) - All are welcome to join the Steering Committee meetings where the group discusses community outreach to improve child and youth well-being. Register for the meeting at:https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUode2rqj4rEtEMdrj1-NyrPWfZxDtf6SY- - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-10/) - All are welcome to join the Steering Committee meetings where the group discusses community outreach to improve child and youth well-being. Register for the meeting at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAqcuCsqDIiHNy5T4EmY2716JD97aAPDJm3 - [Strength-based Resilience with Dr. Tayyab Rashid of the University of Toronto Scarborough (UTSC)](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/strength-based-resilience-with-dr-tayyab-rashid-of-the-university-of-toronto-scarborough/) - Register here: http://bit.ly/EMCMay26 Free event for parents/guardians in Mississauga Wards 8-11. Dr. Tayyab Rashid is a licensed clinical and school psychologist at the Health & Wellness Centre, UTSC. For more than 15 years, Dr. Rashid has worked with individuals experiencing complex mental health issues, especially with young adults from diverse cultural backgrounds and with trauma - [Erin Mills Connects Beautiful Mind Day](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connect-beautiful-mind-day/) - Attention parents/guardians of kids in grades 6-12: Beautiful Mind Day Reinvented If you wish to help your child rebuild confidence in the future during this stressful time, speak to them about participating in a FREE hour-long session with Dr. Rumeet Billan on Mon., Apr. 26. This noted speaker and media personality was raised in Mississauga/Peel. - [Erin Mills Connects Community Forum Featuring a Youth Panel --On Zoom](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-community-forum-featuring-a-youth-panel-on-zoom/) - Please join us for Erin Mills Connects Community Forum from 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. on Thursday, Feb. 25, 2021. We will hear from a youth panel, including a Grade 8 student, high school students and recent grads. They will talk about pandemic challenges including online learning, social isolation and finding balance. Register for this - [Erin Mills Connects Community Forum Featuring Dr. Tina Malti of University of Toronto Mississauga](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-community-forum-featuring-a-dr-tina-malti-of-university-of-toronto-mississauga/) - Join Erin Mills Connects for a Community Forum on Zoom, May 18 at 9-10:30 a.m. We will hear from noted researcher Dr. Tina Malti, University of Toronto Mississauga. Dr. Malti is a founder of a new initiative at UTM, the Centre for Child Development, Mental Health, and Policy. The session is free. Register at: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUrf-yvqz0sGN28Eilh5axmANr6js3O4LNn - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-9/) - Erin Mills Connects welcomes the input and participation of all members of the community we serve. Please register for the meeting (held by Zoom). Each meeting requires a new registration. When: Jun 10, 2021 9 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada). Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZwtcu2vqTsoGN3XQbl6f8IIw5ptPBFHhV7- After registering, you will receive a confirmation - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-8/) - Erin Mills Connects welcomes the input and participation of all members of the community we serve. Please register for the meeting (held by Zoom). Each meeting requires a new registration. When: May 11, 2021 9 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada). Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAudO6hqTwrGNdGmejgyFslp0ALybbl3wqD After registering, you will receive a confirmation - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-7/) - Erin Mills Connects welcomes the input and participation of all members of the community we serve. Please register for the meeting (held by Zoom). Each meeting requires a new registration. When: Apr 14, 2021 9 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada). Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMrdO-hqD4rGNRFV3GJKU9OaDAZ6Lf0LrKR After registering, you will receive a confirmation - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-6/) - Erin Mills Connects welcomes the input and participation of all members of the community we serve. Please register for the meeting (held by Zoom). Each meeting requires a new registration. When: Mar 10, 2021 9 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada). Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcldOmqrjMqHtSLG8U884TIRy-vv7kUdFEd After registering, you will receive a confirmation - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-5/) - Erin Mills Connects welcomes the input and participation of all members of the community we serve. Please register for the meeting (held by Zoom). Each meeting requires a new registration. When: Feb 10, 2021 9 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada). Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIlc--vqj8vHdeFdPM3RH0uIb3xS28dEc4_ After registering, you will receive a confirmation - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-4/) - Erin Mills Connects welcomes the input and participation of all members of the community we serve. Please register for the meeting (held by Zoom). Each meeting requires a new registration. When: Jan 12, 2021 9 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada). Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMlce6qqToiEt3iLifwQNvy-qZfZcYKfmXt After registering, you will receive a confirmation - [Raising Resilient Children: The Resources Young People Need Before, During and After a Pandemic](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/raising-resilient-children-the-resources-young-people-need-before-during-and-after-a-pandemic/) - Dr. Michael Ungar, University Research Professor, School of Social Work at Dalhousie University, will speak to parents/guardians and others in the community about, "Raising Resilient Children: The Resources Young People Need Before, During and After a Pandemic." He will be taking questions after his presentation. Register Here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/2216027929353/WN_lKAt7t2tQ_KWkwPLG0kPEw Description of Webinar As the COVID-19 pandemic - [Erin Mills Connects Community Forum will feature Dr. Dillon Browne of the University of Waterloo](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-community-forum-will-feature-dr-dillon-browne-of-the-university-of-waterloo/) - Dr. Browne's recent work focuses on the psychological impact of COVID-19 on families and youth. He received his doctorate from the University of Toronto in School and Clinical Child Psychology. His topic is: "Won't someone please think of the parents! Family stress and mental health during COVID-19." Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/4116031231205/WN_k3lqBGTgSg-DyqBOULVzhQ - [Information Session about Healthy Relationships Plus (HRP) community programs with Western University](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/information-session-about-healthy-relationships-plus-hrp-community-programs-with-western-university/) - Representatives from the Centre for School Mental Health, Kelsey Adams, Dr. Karmie Dhillon and Annaliese Loeppky, will speak to us about HRP for newcomer youth (who arrived in Canada fewer than five years ago), and HRP geared to LGBT2Q+ youth. Those who wish to use these programs in the community are especially welcomed. Learn more - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-2/) - Erin Mills Connects welcomes the input and participation of all members of the community we serve. Please register for the meeting (held by Zoom). Each meeting requires a new registration. When: Nov 12, 2020 08:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada). Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZEudu-ppjIrEtIcGba0me4U9KlX2gUSwHpe After registering, you will receive a confirmation - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting-3/) - Erin Mills Connects welcomes the input and participation of all members of the community we serve. Please register for the meeting (held by Zoom). Each meeting requires a new registration. When: Dec 3, 2020 08:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada). Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUoduipqT8jHdfA26idrMm8PRUxufy0gx8X After registering, you will receive a confirmation - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/1159/) - To attend this meeting, please register on Zoom. All Erin Mills Community members are welcome. When: Oct 7, 2020 08:30 AM Eastern Time (US and Canada). Register in advance for this meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcpdu6hqTovGda5-G3LYnnzKM57K1i9hSyd After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting. - [Erin Mills Connects Steering Committee Meeting](https://erinmillsconnects.org/events/erin-mills-connects-steering-committee-meeting/) - Steering Committee Meetings are open. Contact erinmillsconnects@gmail.com to get the unique code to join the meeting by Zoom or landline. 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[mental wellness](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/mental-wellness/) - [youth](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/youth/) - [mental health](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/mental-health/) - [Wellness](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/wellness/) - [trauma](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/trauma/) - [trauma-informed lens](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/trauma-informed-lens/) - [Youth Mental Health](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/youth-mental-health/) - [post-pandemic](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/post-pandemic/) - [pandemic recovery](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/pandemic-recovery/) - [research](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/research/) - [Mississauga](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/mississauga/) - [Southwestern Ontario](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/southwestern-ontario/) - [post-secondary pathways](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/post-secondary-pathways/) - [adolescent mental health](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/adolescent-mental-health/) - [entrepreneurship](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/entrepreneurship/) - [scholarships](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/scholarships/) - [apprenticeships](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/apprenticeships/) - [university](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/university/) - [college](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/college/) - [gap year](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/gap-year/) - [values](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/values/) - [strengths](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/strengths/) - [self-care](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/self-care/) - [wellbeing](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/wellbeing/) - [messy middle](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/messy-middle/) - [community](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/community/) - [graduation](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/graduation/) - [employment](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/employment/) - [transition](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/transition/) - [beyond-high-school](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/beyond-high-school/) - [beyond_high_school](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/beyond_high_school/) - [self-regulation](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/self-regulation/) - [Mental health education](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/mental-health-education/) - [Stuart Shanker](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/stuart-shanker/) - [Susan Hopkins](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/susan-hopkins/) - [The MEHRIT Centre](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/the-mehrit-centre/) - [Social Emotional Learning](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/social-emotional-learning/) - [student behaviour](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/student-behaviour/) - [Agenda Gap](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/agenda-gap/) - [UBC](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/ubc/) - [youth panel](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/youth-panel/) - [Peel Region](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/peel-region/) - [mental health myths](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/mental-health-myths/) - [lived experience](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/lived-experience/) - [3Es](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/3es/) - [empathy](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/empathy/) - [emotion regulation](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/emotion-regulation/) - [kindness](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/kindness/) - [Child Development](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/child-development/) - [Child Mental Health](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/child-mental-health/) - [University of Toronto Mississauga](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/university-of-toronto-mississauga/) - [UTM](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/utm/) - [CCDMP](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/ccdmp/) - [SEDI Lab](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/sedi-lab/) - [EveryMind](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/everymind/) - [child and youth mental health](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/child-and-youth-mental-health/) - [mental health counselling](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/mental-health-counselling/) - [Mental Health support](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/mental-health-support/) - [Omar Goodgame](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/omar-goodgame/) - [Coach Miguel Martinez](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/coach-miguel-martinez/) - [Crisis support for psychological health](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/crisis-support-for-psychological-health/) - [peer pressure](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/peer-pressure/) - [apologies](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/apologies/) - [healthy relationships](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/healthy-relationships/) - [risk avoidance](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/risk-avoidance/) - [DEID](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/deid/) - [elementary children](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/elementary-children/) - [youth leadership](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/youth-leadership/) - [positive mental health](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/positive-mental-health/) - [community collaboration](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/community-collaboration/) - [MindShare Learning](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/mindshare-learning/) - [MindShare Workspace](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/mindshare-workspace/) - [Youth advocacy](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/youth-advocacy/) - [social justice](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/social-justice/) - [Job Seeking](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/job-seeking/) - [employment readiness](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/employment-readiness/) - [first job](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/first-job/) - [newcomer youth](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/newcomer-youth/) - [volunteer hours](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/volunteer-hours/) - [Planet Youth](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/planet-youth/) - [YSUPP](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/ysupp/) - [youth substance use](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/youth-substance-use/) - [Icelandic Prevention Model](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/icelandic-prevention-model/) - [PHAC](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/phac/) - [KDEHub](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/kdehub/) - [Planet Youth Mississauga](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/planet-youth-mississauga/) - [Youth protective factors](https://erinmillsconnects.org/tag/youth-protective-factors/) ## Team Groups - [956](https://erinmillsconnects.org/team_group/956/) - [2020](https://erinmillsconnects.org/team_group/956/2020/) - 2020 SC ## Categories - [Steering Committee](https://erinmillsconnects.org/mec-category/steering-committee/) - [Community Forum](https://erinmillsconnects.org/mec-category/community-forum/) - [Information Session](https://erinmillsconnects.org/mec-category/information-session/) - [Parent/Guardian Event](https://erinmillsconnects.org/mec-category/parent-guardian-event/) - [Beautiful Mind Day](https://erinmillsconnects.org/mec-category/beautiful-mind-day/) - [Beyond High School](https://erinmillsconnects.org/mec-category/beyond-high-school/) - [Youth Programming](https://erinmillsconnects.org/mec-category/youth-programming/) - [Community Check-In](https://erinmillsconnects.org/mec-category/community-check-in/) - [Education event](https://erinmillsconnects.org/mec-category/education-event/) - [Community Consultation](https://erinmillsconnects.org/mec-category/community-consultation/) - [Agenda Gap](https://erinmillsconnects.org/mec-category/agenda-gap/) - [Healthy Relationships Plus program](https://erinmillsconnects.org/mec-category/healthy-relationships-plus-program/) - [Planet Youth](https://erinmillsconnects.org/mec-category/planet-youth/) - [Community Action Table](https://erinmillsconnects.org/mec-category/community-action-table/)