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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 34m

National survey on school attendance challenges (SAC). sac.ymhc.ngo #schoolanxiety #schoolattendancechallenges #schoolavoidance #schoolabsenteeism #educationsupportteam #schoolwidestrategy #youreducationmatters #SchoolAttendance #ymhc

Graphic titled National Survey on School Attendance Challenges (SAC). Includes a QR code, links to ymhc.me/SACSurvey and sac.ymhc.ngo, and an introduction explaining the survey's purpose regarding student attendance barriers, disability, and inclusio

Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 2h

YMHC Heart-to-Heart Registry. Sign up to make hearts: ymhc.me/hearts #HearttoHeart #HearttoHeartCampaign #SewingHope #HandmadeHearts #HeartsForHope #YouMatter #MentalHealthSupport #CommunityCare #YouthMentalHealth #ymhc

A hand drawing a small heart. The graphic invites people to give time and compassion by making hearts for students.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 3h

Gentle reminder that not every day has to count. Some days are about just making it to the next one. That counts too. #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #selfcare #resilience #hope #ymhc

Text graphic over a sunset ocean scene: Gentle reminder that not every day has to count. Some days are about just making it to the next one. That counts too.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 5h

School-wide strategies to support students with school attendance challenges. sac.ymhc.ngo #schoolattendance #schoolanxiety #schoolavoidance #studentmentalhealth #ymhc

Graphic for an online course titled School-Wide Strategies to Support Students with School Attendance Challenges. It features a photo of students walking in a hallway and a QR code for registration.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 6h

Unmasking neurodivergence. #adhd #neurodiversity #neurodivergent #mentalhealth #ymhc

Graphic titled Unmasking Neurodivergence showing six illustrations: asking for workplace accommodations, stimming, telling your story, accepting traits, setting boundaries, and not meeting societal standards of productivity.

Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 8h

Mental health and wellness education for resilience, positive change, and hope. #mentalhealth #resilience #hope #ymhc #makehopehappen

YMHC poster titled Mental Health and Wellness Education for Resilience, Positive Change, and Hope. It lists organizational goals and calls to action including donating, workbooks, workshops, courses, and volunteering. Website: www.ymhc.ngo/donate.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 9h

Just when you think that parenting is hard, your child comes home with a recorder. #mentalhealthhumor #funnymemes #copingwithhumor #humorheals #ymhc

Three children sitting on a classroom floor playing plastic recorders. Text reads: Just when you think that parenting is hard, your child comes home with a recorder.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 11h

360+ pages of tools & resources. Get the photocopiable handbook: sac.ymhc.ngo #schoolanxiety #schoolattendancechallenges #schoolavoidance #schoolabsenteeism #educationsupportteam #schoolwidestrategy #youreducationmatters #SchoolAttendance #ymhc

Book cover titled School Attendance Challenges: A Handbook on Addressing Barriers to Education with Tiered School-Wide Strategies. Text reads: 360+ Pages of Tools & Resources. A practical, implementation-focused handbook. Get the photocopiable handbo

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 12h

Finish this sentence: Everyone wants to talk about mental health until ..... #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #ymhc

A black silhouette of a head surrounded by crumpled paper balls with text. The center text reads: Finish this sentence: Everyone wants to talk about mental health until .....

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 14h

I have emotional jumper cables, I'll boost you. #mentalhealthhumor #humorheals #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #ymhc

A six-panel comic of two penguins. One says 'I feel sad', the other says 'I have emotional jumper cables, I'll boost you', then they hug, and the first says '...Yes' as hearts appear.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 04/10/2026

National survey on school attendance challenges (SAC). sac.ymhc.ngo #schoolanxiety #schoolattendancechallenges #schoolavoidance #schoolabsenteeism #youreducationmatters #SchoolAttendance #ymhc

Graphic titled National Survey on School Attendance Challenges (SAC) with a QR code and links to participate at ymhc.me/SACSurvey and find resources at sac.ymhc.ngo.

Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 04/10/2026

Don't dream it, be it. #motivation #inspiration #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #hope #ymhc

Image of Tim Curry as Dr. Frank-N-Furter with the text: "Don't dream it, be it." and "Tim Curry (Rest in Peace)".

Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 03/10/2026

YMHC Heart-to-Heart Registry. Sign up to make hearts: ymhc.me/hearts #HearttoHeart #HearttoHeartCampaign #SewingHope #HandmadeHearts #HeartsForHope #YouMatter #MentalHealthSupport #CommunityCare #CompassionInAction #ymhc

A pink crocheted heart clipped to a wooden surface. The graphic says volunteers who craft and send hearts help youth feel connected.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 03/10/2026

October is Learning Disabilities Awareness Month. #disability #disabilities #disabilityawareness #disabilityrights #inclusion #mentalhealth #ymhc

Text graphic: Did you know? October is Learning Disabilities Awareness Month. Statistics show that among youth aged 15 to 24, learning disabilities are the second most common disability type after mental health-related disabilities.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 03/10/2026

Self-Care Check-In: Use the emoji that most describes how you're practicing self-care today. By BlessingManifesting #selfcare #selfcarematters #mentalwellness #wellbeing #ymhc

A self-care check-in chart listing categories: Physical, Emotional, Spiritual, Personal, Social, Household, and Pampering, each with a corresponding heart emoji. Text: Self-Care Check-In. Use the emoji that most describes how you're practicing self-c

Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 03/10/2026

Youth Wellness Action Plan (YWAP). Learn to support every student's well-being with comprehensive strategies. ymhc.ngo/ywap #ywap #onlinecourse #professionaldevelopment #studentmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #ymhc

Graphic for Youth Wellness Action Plan (YWAP) online course. Text: Online Certificate Course, Youth Wellness Action Plan (YWAP), Learn to support every student's well-being with comprehensive strategies. Audience: Education and mental health professi

Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 03/10/2026

Reduce mental illness stigma by advocating for universal mental healthcare, providing housing for all, and increasing accommodations and accessibility. #mentalhealth #stigma #mentalhealthmatters #ymhc #advocacy #mentalwellness #equity #inclusion #disabilityawareness

Text graphic on a brick background listing ten ways to reduce mental illness stigma, including advocating for universal healthcare, housing, school psychologists, and checking in on friends.

Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 03/10/2026

Online certificate course: School-wide strategies to support students with school attendance challenges. sac.ymhc.ngo #schoolanxiety #schoolattendancechallenges #schoolavoidance #schoolabsenteeism #educationsupportteam #schoolwidestrategy #SchoolAttendance #ymhc

Graphic for an online course titled School-Wide Strategies to Support Students with School Attendance Challenges. Features a photo of a smiling student with books and a QR code for registration.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 03/10/2026

What's a random skill you wish you had? #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #ymhc #resilience #copingskills

Text graphic reading 'What's a random skill you wish you had?' above wooden blocks spelling 'SKILL' and a bar chart.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 02/10/2026

Every company: No not like that. Try yoga. #mentalhealthhumor #funnymemes #copingwithhumor #humorheals #ymhc

A social media post by Patrick @PatJD: 'EVERY COMPANY: We'd like to promote mental health in the workplace. EMPLOYEES: How about hiring more people so we feel less pressured & increase our pay so we can keep up with the spiraling cost of living so we

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 02/10/2026

Youth Wellness Action Plan Online Course. ymhc.ngo/ywap #ywap #onlinecourse #professionaldevelopment #teachers #educators #studentmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #mentalhealthawareness #ymhc

Infographic for YMHC Youth Wellness Action Plan Online Course. Details the ASAP framework, evidence-based approach, practical tools, and trauma-informed focus for educators and caregivers.

Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 02/10/2026

Positive traits of people with ADHD. By @what.is.mental.illness #adhd #adhdawareness #neurodiversity #neurodivergent #brainhealth #mentalhealth #ymhc

Graphic listing positive ADHD traits: risk-taker, innovative, spontaneous, compassionate, outgoing, and caring. By @what.is.mental.illness.

Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 02/10/2026

Parent and caregiver support for school attendance challenges. #schoolanxiety #schoolattendancechallenges #schoolavoidance #schoolabsenteeism #ymhc

A classroom chalkboard with the text: Parent and caregiver support for school attendance challenges. Join the YMHC Not Okay at School Parent Peer Support Group. www.ymhc.ngo/noas

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 02/10/2026

Strong staff morale reflects a strong culture... and that’s an environment that is good for kids... and for their learning. By Danny Steele #studentmentalhealth #education #teachers #schoolclimate #studentwellbeing #ymhc

A tweet by Danny Steele stating: When I walk into a school, and it becomes obvious to me that the adults enjoy working there, I immediately suspect it's a good place for students. Strong staff morale reflects a strong culture... and that's an environ

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 02/10/2026

Your experience can help change how School Attendance Challenges are understood. Participate in YMHC's National Survey: sac.ymhc.ngo #schoolanxiety #schoolattendancechallenges #schoolavoidance #schoolabsenteeism #educationsupportteam #ymhc

A teacher writes on a chalkboard. Text: Your experience can help change how School Attendance Challenges are understood. Participate in YMHC's National Survey and help inform advocacy, education, training, and resources. ymhc.me/SACSurvey

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 02/10/2026

Self-care for October. By @positivelypresent #selfcare #mentalhealth #wellness #mentalwellness #selfcompassion #ymhc

Illustrated graphic titled Self-care for October with icons and tips: pile up progress, be open to beginning again, take time for relaxation, ignite new ideas, avoid negative mind sets, ghost self-doubt, accept uncertainty, stay true to magic, write

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 02/10/2026

Small class sizes matter. Small class sizes lead to more individualized instruction. #education #studentmentalhealth #teachers #schoolclimate #ymhc

A classroom with empty desks. Text overlay: Small Class Sizes Matter. Small class sizes lead to more individualized instruction. Teachers have greater capacity to adjust pace, content, teaching strategies, assignments, and assessment.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 02/10/2026

Showcase your support for youth mental health with the YMHC black T-shirt. ymhc.ngo/merch #merch #mentalhealthmerch #wellnessgifts #ymhc

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 02/10/2026

Supporting neurodiversity in the classroom. #neurodiversity #studentmentalhealth #education #ymhc

Infographic titled Supporting Neurodiversity in the Classroom listing strategies: create a sensory-friendly environment, adapt teaching strategies, use visual supports, provide clear instructions, offer flexibility, promote belonging, embrace learnin

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 02/10/2026

Empowering educators with proactive mental wellness tools. ymhc.ngo/ywap #ywap #onlinecourse #teachers #educators #studentmentalhealth #studentwellbeing #mentalhealthawareness #ymhc

Graphic titled Empowering Educators with Proactive Mental Wellness Tools. It lists course benefits including the ASAP framework, recognizing warning signs, and student support strategies. Includes YWAP course URL.

Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 01/10/2026

October self-care. By @crazyheadcomics #selfcare #mentalhealth #wellness #mentalwellness #selfcarematters #selfcaredaily #ymhc

A green graphic titled October self-care with a central pumpkin and various text bubbles listing activities like drink something warm, bake cookies, movie marathon, and prioritize sleep.

Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 01/10/2026

I believe that the most inexpensive and perhaps the best medicine in the world is words. #kindness #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #ymhc

A portrait of Lady Gaga next to a text box containing a quote about the healing power of kind words.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 01/10/2026

October is Learning Disabilities Awareness Month. #disability #disabilityawareness #learningdisabilities #mentalhealth #ymhc

Graphic titled October is Learning Disabilities Awareness Month with statistics about Canadians and a word cloud featuring terms like learning disability, dyslexia, dyscalculia, ADHD, and reading.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 01/10/2026

National survey on school attendance challenges (SAC). sac.ymhc.ngo #schoolanxiety #schoolattendancechallenges #schoolavoidance #schoolabsenteeism #educationsupportteam #schoolwidestrategy #youreducationmatters #SchoolAttendance #ymhc

Graphic titled National Survey on School Attendance Challenges (SAC). Includes a QR code, links to ymhc.me/SACSurvey and sac.ymhc.ngo, and text explaining the survey's purpose regarding human rights, disability, and inclusion in education.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 01/10/2026

What's one thing you are looking forward to this month? #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #hope #ymhc #gratitude #positivevibes

A dog looking out a window with the text: What's one thing you are looking forward to this month?

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 01/10/2026

360+ pages of tools & resources. Get the handbook: sac.ymhc.ngo #schoolanxiety #schoolattendancechallenges #schoolavoidance #schoolabsenteeism #educationsupportteam #schoolwidestrategy #youreducationmatters #SchoolAttendance #ymhc

Book cover titled School Attendance Challenges: A Handbook on Addressing Barriers to Education with Tiered School-Wide Strategies. Text highlights 360+ pages of tools and resources for evidence-informed support systems.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 01/10/2026

October is ADHD Awareness Month. #adhd #adhdawareness #neurodiversity #mentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #ymhc

Text graphic: October is ADHD Awareness Month. Lists statistics about ADHD co-occurring with other mental health conditions and the importance of early intervention. Background features wooden blocks spelling ADHD.

Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 01/10/2026

New month, new beginning, new mindset, new focus, new start, new intentions, new results. #motivation #inspiration #positivevibes #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #hope #ymhc

A yellow autumn leaf against a blurred background with text: New month, New beginning, New mindset, New focus, New start, New intentions, New results.

Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 01/10/2026

You can't always see what children carry. Be kind. Be curious. Be the safe place. #mentalhealth #studentmentalhealth #kindness #ymhc

Illustration of a child carrying a heavy sack labeled with stressors like anxiety, school demands, and sensory overload. Text reads: You can't always see what children carry. Be kind. Be curious. Be the safe place.

Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 01/10/2026

There are so many gouda things about you! ymhc.ngo/merch #merch #mentalhealthmerch #wellnessgifts #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #ymhc

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 01/10/2026

What is a personal accomplishment that you look back on with immense pride? #motivation #inspiration #positivevibes #mentalwellbeing #mentalhealth #mentalwellness #hope #ymhc

A silhouette of a person standing with arms raised against a cloudy sky, holding a black sign that reads: What is a personal accomplishment that you look back on with immense pride?

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 30/09/2026

YMHC Heart-to-Heart Registry. Sign up to make hearts: ymhc.me/hearts #HearttoHeart #HearttoHeartCampaign #SewingHope #HandmadeHearts #HeartsForHope #YouMatter #MentalHealthSupport #CommunityCare #CompassionInAction #ymhc

Graphic showing the YMHC Heart-to-Heart Registry process: knitting supplies, a school building, and a 5-step sign-up list. Text: YMHC Heart-to-Heart Registry, Heart Makers, Local Schools, Sign up to make hearts: https://ymhc.ngo/hearts.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 30/09/2026

At school, all children should feel... #everychildmatters #indigenous #studentmentalhealth #mentalhealthmatters #ymhc

An orange shirt cutout decorated with yellow paper feathers. Each feather has a handwritten word describing positive feelings like 'safe', 'loved', 'respected', 'calm', and 'confident'. The center text reads: 'At school, all children should feel...'

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 30/09/2026

Back to school special. #ywap #schoolattendance #mentalhealtheducation #ymhc

Graphic advertising YMHC back to school specials on YWAP and SAC certificate courses, plus 50% off multilingual posters. Includes course details, pricing, and the URL ymhc.me/bts26.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 30/09/2026

Every child matters. By Hawli Pichette #everychildmatters #orangeshirtday #Indigenous #indigenousyouth #ymhc

Illustration of children and a mother in orange shirts under a starry night sky with a large moon containing silhouettes. Text reads: EVERY CHILD MATTERS.

Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 30/09/2026

How to talk to our kids about residential schools? #Indigenous #everychildmatters #mentalhealth #ymhc

Infographic titled How to talk to our kids about residential schools? with 5 numbered steps for parents to discuss the topic with children, including preparing emotionally, using age-appropriate language, and encouraging healthy expression.

Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 30/09/2026

If a kid asks, 'Why do we have to wear orange shirts at school?' it's my belief that adults should be able to not only explain the reason why, but be able to connect that story to identity, assimilation and colonialism. By David Robertson #Indigenous #EveryChildMatters #YMHC

Orange background with text: If a kid asks, 'Why do we have to wear orange shirts at school?' it's my belief that adults should be able to not only explain the reason why, but be able to connect that story to identity, assimilation and colonialism.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 30/09/2026

You're safe with me. #everychildmatters #orangeshirtday #Indigenous #indigenousyouth #mentalhealth #ymhc

Illustration of a person holding a child against a starry background. Text reads: You're safe with me. The person wears an orange shirt that says: Every Child Matters.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 30/09/2026

Our Anishinaabemowin phrase of the day is: Gichi-apiitendaagoziwag akina abinoonjiiyag. Every child matters. By Manitou Mounds #indigenous #everychildmatters #indigenousyouth #ymhc

Text on orange background: Our Anishinaabemowin phrase of the day is: Gichi-apiitendaagoziwag akina abinoonjiiyag. Every child matters.

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Youth Mental Health Canada @ymhc.ngo · 30/09/2026

A student and their parents/caregivers should not have to become experts in bureaucracy just to receive basic support. #disability #disabilityawareness #inclusion #educationalaccommodations #mentalhealthsupport #humanrights #ymhc

Text graphic stating: Students with barriers, challenges, and disabilities should not have to be good at self-advocacy to get their needs met. Access should not depend on how persistent, articulate, educated, or confident someone is.

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