Applications for Press Start’s 2024 CoLab Program now Open!
Applications for Press Start’s 2024 CoLab Program are officially open! Participate in this year’s program to collaborate with changemakers, acclaimed mentors, and keynote speakers nationwide to create a minimally viable solution to Canada’s mental health crisis. Apply today for the unique opportunity to access tools, resources, and a grant and awards pool of $70,000+. Applications […]
Campaign 2000, What is it?
Written by Paige Cox In 1989, there was a promise made in the House of Commons : This House “seek(s) to eliminate poverty among Canadian children by 2000.” -House of Commons, unanimous all-party resolution, November 24, 1989 (House of Commons, 1989) At the point that this was promised, over 1 million children were living in poverty […]
National Immunization Awareness Week 2024
April 22 to 30 marks National Immunization Awareness Week (NIAW), an annual event highlighting and recognizing immunization’s importance for all ages. NIAW coincides with World Immunization Week 2024 which is celebrating 50 years of the World Health Organization’s Expanded Program on Immunization (EPI). This collaborative effort is estimated to have saved over 150 million lives […]
Unmasking the Landscape of Preventable Illness: Addressing STI Realities in Canada through Navigation and Prevention Strategies
By Leisha Toory As we commemorate Preventable Illness Month, it is crucial to shine a spotlight on an issue that affects individuals across the country: sexually transmitted infections (STIs). In a nation where the pursuit of health and well-being is paramount, understanding the prevalence, challenges, and preventive measures related to STIs is essential for fostering […]
Clean Water and Disease Prevention
By Julia Smith Safe and sufficient water facilitates the practice of hygiene, which is a key measure to prevent not only diarrhoeal diseases but acute respiratory infections and numerous neglected tropical diseases. -World Health Organization Water is the single most important resource on this planet. It allows us to wash, hydrate, grow plants, and […]
Why Are Paid Practicums Beneficial
By Kate Tucker and Christine Wincentaylo Unpaid internships and their associated controversies have been brought to light in recent years. Benefits include work experience and exposure with companies that may otherwise be unable to support a student; however, unpaid positions put incredible financial stress on many interns and may only be viable options for those […]
Canada announces funding for National School Food Program!
The Sandbox Project welcomes the announcement of $1 Billion in funding for a National School Program. This marks a significant step towards ensuring every child has access to nutritious meals, regardless of their socio-economic background. Taken from the Coalition for Healthy School Food website. To visit, please click here TORONTO, April 1, 2024 – The Coalition […]
The Importance of Daily Mindfulness Practice for the Brain
By Shivani Shukla Your brain is tired. Perhaps you already knew this, but it’s still likely that you live in an almost constant state of getting things done, multitasking, and overstimulation. From stress induced cramming for your exams, to going through a cycle of social media and that one really good show while trying to […]
Why ADHD is Under-diagnosed in Adults and Women/Girls
By Karen Tang This month’s theme at the YCRH is Brain Health and Neurodiversity. Neurodiversity can be understood as a framework for understanding how brains work and that diversity in cognitive functioning should be embraced. Currently a range of mental health conditions fall under this neurodiversity umbrella; they include: Attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Autism Spectrum Disorder […]
Boost Your Brain: The Benefits of a Balanced Diet for Brain Health
By Laetitia Satam, General Member I’m sure we’ve all heard the age-old saying that “You are what you eat”. Turns out this is true! What you eat can impact various aspects of your physical and mental health, and this includes your brain health. Your diet can influence how you feel, and your mood, and even […]