Vanier Children's Mental Wellness

11/10/2026

Spotted!!

Petunia the Turkey has been spotted investigating the Toonies for Turkeys box at Kohn Meat Market on Hamilton Road!

All proceeds from the Toonies for Turkeys donation boxes go toward making sure that families have the food they need this holiday season 🍽️

You can find more boxes at:
Granger Tire & Auto
Fractal Designs Inc

11/09/2026

A cozy blanket can mean the world to a child. For many a blanket can provide comfort in times of need. Thank you to The Crochet Club of London for generously donating these beautiful, handmade, crocheted blankets to the children and families of Vanier. The time and care you have spent crafting such beautiful pieces is appreciated, and the children are going to love them. 💚

11/05/2026

This holiday season, we invite you to join us in Changing a Child's Story and help us meet our $5000 social media fundraising goal. We will use this money to support the children and youth in our community as they work hard to rebuild their mental health, confidence, and independence. 💪

Your holiday gift gives kids and teens the tools they need to move from crisis to healing.

Help us reach our goal by:
1. Donating via our holiday campaign on Facebook (coming soon!)
2. Finding our CanadaHelps link in our bio
3. Sharing our post to spread the word.

Let's Change a Child's Story, together 💚

11/03/2026

It's time for our annual Toonies for Turkeys drive! If you shop at one of these local businesses, consider dropping your change in a Vanier donation box, and we will make sure your change supports local families.

Our turkey friend, Petunia, will be strutting around town and looking for donation stations, so keep your eyes peeled for donation boxes!

You can already find boxes at:
Kohn Meat Market
Granger Tire & Auto
Fractal Designs Inc

10/31/2026

We wish all the geese, goblins, and ghouls in the area a pleasantly spooky evening. 🧟

Happy Halloween, everyone!

10/30/2026

Banana! 🤓 Wishing everyone a safe and Happy Halloween from all of us at Vanier! No tricks here, just treats.

10/30/2026

Take a look at this year's pumpkins from the pumpkin carving contest. Which one is your favourite? 🎃

10/30/2026

This Halloween, make sure your kids know some safety protocols before they head out. Here are some tips we suggest discussing:

1. Stick to sidewalks and well-lit routes; hold hands or use a buddy system near roads.
2. Only eat sealed treats; toss any unwrapped or expired items.
3. Wear bright or reflective clothing, or add reflective tape to costumes if it will be dark. Have a fun, safe Halloween!

Stay safe out there!

10/29/2026

Meeting a child’s emotional and physical needs can be difficult for all families at the best of times. Mental Health, Addictions, Isolation, Trauma, and Financial Stress among adults in a household make it more difficult for children to get the support they need. Thank you for this video OACAS that will help shift the stigma associated with using Children’s Health Services

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

10/29/2026

If you are taking a child to Halloween celebrations this week/weekend, please keep in mind that each child has a different tolerance for this extremely stimulating holiday. 🎃

👷 Prepare for Scares and talk to your kids about what they will experience with their senses. Tell them what to expect from the day, and from media they might consume.

👀 Watch your child's reactions, and never force them to do something they are not comfortable with. Let them decide what risks they want to take.

🧟 Skip things you know will be too much. You do not have to take your kid into a haunted house full of gore if you know they cannot handle that.

🔚 Have an exit plan and keep your expectations low. Follow your child's lead, and if they want to go home, let them.

If you are worried that something has caused your child to experience intense fear or anxiety, call Tandem 519-433-0334. We can help.