Partner, mom, friend, baker, reader and lover of words & music. My causes are education & advocating for mental health - especially fighting eating disorders.

Victoria
Joined February 2011
Are you a caregiver to an individual with an #EatingDisorder, or concerned that an individual may have an Eating Disorder? Here are some #tools and #resources that can help in case of a crisis - nied.ca/wp-content/uploads/2…
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Eating disorders do not only affect women. @EDCoalition shares the impact #eatingdisorders have on men. The intense stigma that this group faces must be addressed and normalized in order for conversation on recovery to take place. #eatingdisorderawarenessweek #edaw
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@EDCoalition member @aedweb shares recommendations for how clinicians can help lower the stigma and anxiety that comes with #eatingdisorders. #eatingdisorderawarenessweek #edaw
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The National Initiative for Eating Disorders, Mental Health Research Canada, University of Calgary, & McMaster University invite you to take part in a panel of young adults or parents affected by eating disorders. To get involved, contact Manya Singh at : [email protected]
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The importance of saying "I don't know" - Sir Ken Robinson's leadership lesson from The Dalai Lama
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If you're a media member, storyteller, or have a platform to educate the public, consider reviewing our Responsible Media Guide, created in collaboration with people with living/lived experience and organizations working in the field. Visit: nedic.ca/edaw/media-guidelin…
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We’re proud to have supported over 1,400 organizations like Kids Help Phone, which are making a positive difference for mental health across Canada. #bellletstalk

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Thank you Prime Minister @JustinTrudeau and Minister @Carolyn_Bennett for your ongoing leadership and support for mental health on #BellLetsTalk Day and every day! Together we can create positive change.
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Today is Bell Let’s Talk Day! We are thrilled to be highlighting 30 organizations across Canada that are working to create positive change. Learn more below about the actions people are taking today: bit.ly/3XOCHe4 #BellLetsTalk
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Today is #BellLetsTalk Day! One of the ways we can all take action is to learn about mental health organizations creating positive change for mental health in Canada…every day.
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This #GivingTuesday, please consider donating to help NIED continue the work to support those living with and affecting by #eatingdisorders. And now that we have registered charity status, you can receive a tax receipt! Donate here: canadahelps.org/en/dn/76335?…
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.@alicekeeler on accepting late work from students: “I would rather have my students best work than their rushed work”. Breaking late-1900s school stereotypes at #DLsympOct22. #bcedl @KOOL_SD73 @Kamloops_SD73 – at Vancouver, British Columbia
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Anything but perfunctory land acknowledgement by @branimalpetas Thank you for hosting this party! #DLsympOct22
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Karen Flello retweeted
#Dlsympoct22 Panel : eLearning across Canada -opening at DL Symposium Oct 2022 in Vancouver, BC #bcedl
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Whether gathering with others for a special occasion, a holiday, or just to connect with loved ones, conversations around food and body image can come up in those settings. Here are some responses that you can experiment with to use when navigating these situations!✨
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Educator friends, I highly encourage you to explore the new interactive website from the Witness Blanket. @SD63Indigenous @sd63schools
A new interactive website allows users to explore Indigenous artwork featuring objects from every residential school in Canada. Includes a teachers' guide, a resource guide and more. witnessblanket.ca/
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It is #WorldHumanitarianDay ! Thank you to all of the caregivers supporting those living with #EatingDisorders. You are our real-life heroes💜 nied.ca/5-reasons-why-caregi…
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Another great event today. @SIDESBC graduation showcased some amazing students and their stories of success. Congratulations to the students, families and school staff #Grad2022 @sd63schools – at Saanich, British Columbia
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"It is with my daughter’s permission, and that of my colleagues, that I share our personal journey with you.” Read one father's experience of his daughter's Eating Disorder here nied.ca/a-fathers-perspectiv…
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Looking for free and confidential support? We are here for you. NEDIC provides resources and information about eating disorders including webinars, brochures, tools for educators, guides for loved ones, finding a provider and more. Learn more at NEDIC.ca