New Years Resolutions – does this concept need a shake up?
By: Aimee Coles, General Member We may have kicked off a new year, but have you managed to kick any goals out of the park yet? Many of us seem to take advantage of the fresh start and are adminant that this is finally the time we are going to make some positive changes, but […]
Let’s get real (estate) The onset and implications of the Canadian housing crisis
By: Hannah Baillie, General Member, Young Canadians Roundtable on Health “I’ll never be able to own a home” is a statement that many young Canadians believe to be true. And they’re probably right. Especially if you adhere to the commonly stated principle that housing should consume no more than 30% of your income. In major […]
Organizational ideas for the New Year
By Ysabelle Tumaneng We’re already a couple of weeks into 2023. Every new year is a terrific time to start new activities that you promised you would attempt last year, like getting back into the gym, or even travel! The question is, how will you organize all you want to do this year? Here are […]
Indigenous Health Promotion Resource Booklet
The Young Canadians Roundtable on Health is planning on launching a Health Promotion Resource Booklet this summer 2023 that will be distributed amongst Indigenous communities and organizations across Canada. This booklet aims to increase knowledge and awareness of various health-issues that are apparent across Indigenous communities.
How to Activate Your Happy Chemicals Naturally
By Anisha Dhillon, Executive Coordinator December can be a fairly stressful month, especially with final exams and diving into the holidays right after with a limited chance to rest. Hormones are chemicals produced by various glands in your body that travel through the bloodstream and control the way you feel and the things you do. […]
Mistletoe and mental health: Seven strategies to promote mental health over the holidays
Hannah Baillie, General Member, Young Canadians Roundtable on Health The holidays may be “the most wonderful time of the year,” but they can also be one of the most stressful times, too. There are presents to be bought and wrapped, cookies to be baked, entertaining and cleaning to do, and so much more. Add in […]
The Sandbox Project, The YCRH and Healthy Debate re-release special series In Their Own Words
TORONTO, Dec. 21, 2022 – The COVID-19 pandemic has had a huge and lasting effect on the entire Canadian population. Many voices have been heard including health professionals, scientists, politicians, media personalities and private citizens. Yet, there is one group whose stories have not been told, and whose perspectives have not been sought – Canada’s […]
How to Love Yourself
By Dabin Lee As someone who has been a teen recently, I can say that nobody has familiarized me with the idea of loving myself or having confidence in who I am. Only recently have I been able to embrace my identity and form a healthy relationship with myself. For this reason, I will share […]
Youth Activists Around the World
By Christine Wincentaylo Gen Z’s are making ways for the future, and what better way to highlight the fantastic work our generation is doing than to share youth change makers across the globe! Advocacy has been a great way of creating and building connections among the Gen Z community, specifically from the influence of social […]
Tips & Tricks for First Year Post-Secondary students
By Christine Wincentaylo I remember my first year of university; I was scared and felt very overwhelmed. The first year of the university involved a lot of firsts, and I wish I had some tips before heading into university, straight from high school. Here are some things to save you in your first or fourth […]
