Getting set-up for the day!
Balloons donated by Party Crashers
Gulf Islands Students all in yellow
Gulf Island students - GISS
Emcees welcome students and educators at the beginning of the day
Students participate in a Kahoot - What percentage of youth in Canada experience a mental health disorder?
JNorth shares her personal story with students
Spectrum dancers "Warriors of Peace"
Encourage mint
Positive cards in students "swag bag"
Photobooth donated by LA Limosune and Colwood
Students hanging out at lunch
Community tables share their resources with students and educators
May 4, 2017
Balancing Our Minds Youth Summit was a one-day event for high school age youth to learn about mental health and engage in fun activities and thoughtful dialogue. The purpose of the event was to build awareness of mental health and mental wellness, decrease stigma and connect youth with resources. Students in school districts 61, 62, 63, & 64 planned a great lineup of young speakers and performers who shared their experiences throughout the day!