I would do it all again in a second.
Advocacy Work
2021 – PRESENT
Institute for Advancements in Mental Health (IAM)
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Speaker/Advocate
Interview panel for a Clinical Lead for the Mental Health and Addictions Centre of Excellence
IAM Golf Tournament
Ministry of Colleges and Universities
Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario
University Women’s Club Toronto
Ministry of Energy and Mines
Ministry of Children, Community and Social Services
2008-2010, 2021 – 2023
CMHA Hamilton (Schizophrenia Society, Hamilton Chapter)
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Speaker/Advocate
Multiple elementary, secondary and post secondary schools in the Greater Hamilton Area – All boards
Virtual Sessions
2010 – PRESENT
Speaker, Advocate, Runner and Volunteer (On the Side)
St Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton, 1 Time Speaker
Joseph Brant Hospital, 1 Time Speaker
Shopper’s Run for Women 2018 in Hamilton, Speaker
St Joes Running Club, Runner and Light Assistant Researcher
Mental Health and Addiction Program Family Advisory Council, Speaker
Wallet to Wealth, Speaker
In the Hall, Cable 14 and CHCH TV, Interview
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