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Check out our library of Wellness Webinars

 Expert Panelist Wellness Webinar Title
Samantha Barbosa-SilvaNavigating the Digital World Safely: Helping Kids Process, Connect, and Cope Online
Dr. Nicolás F. Narvaez LinaresNavigating ADHD: Unpacking Myths, Realities, and Practical Support for Neurodiverse Children and Youth
Tre’ GammageEvery Day Strengths to Leverage Your Natural Tendencies to Reduce Personal and Professional Stress
Dr. Nicolás F. Narvaez LinaresMy Teen Has Depression: How Can I Help as a Parent/Caregiver?
Dr. Natasha ParentEmpowering Teens: Understanding the Role of Need Satisfaction in Smartphone and Social Media Use
Dr. Nicole Racine and Désirée JonesSecure Attachments Start Here: Make the Connection Parenting Program   
Dr. Chantal Regis and Dr. Michael SaxtonOne Caring Adult: The Power of Validation 
Dr. Rebecca Pillai Riddell  Supporting Parents During Unprecedented Times: Evidence-Based Ways to Build Resiliency 
 Dr. Harvey Skinner  Stress Busting ‘Magical’ Practices: Gentle Techniques for Helping Your Kids and Yourself
Dr. Nicolás Francisco Narvaez Linares Fostering a connection with your LGBTQ2+ youth 
Dr. Robin Alter and Anne MurrayDefining stress and stressors: learning how to support children’s resilience fireside chat 
Dr. Audrey-Ann DeneaultFathers are parents too, and they matter for children’s development 
Dr. Chantal Regis, Dr. Michael Saxton, and three members of our Youth Advisory Council Jadah, Joelle, and Daniella Supporting Teen Resilience: What Adults Need To Know 
Dr. Mary MotzSupporting Secure Attachment and Positive Parent-Child Relationships 
Dr. Kofi-Len Belfon “Be Gentle with Yourself!” Building self-compassion with children and adolescents 
Dr. Robin Alter and Anne Murray Supporting Our Children During Difficult Times – The Struggle to Juggle
Dr. Harvey Skinner Stress Busters: “Magical” Practices for children and youth
Dr. Michelle Aihina Inkinsh Holhpokunna Johnson-Jenning Indigenous health and wellbeing: Considerations for working with youth 
Dr. Brent MacdonaldA Relaxed Brain is the Most Comfortable Pillow: The Value of Sleep for Children and Adolescents 
Dr. Anna MacKinnonThe Shadow Pandemic: Wellbeing of Pregnant Persons, Parents, and Families during the COVID-19 
Dr. Adele LafranceWhat to Say to Kids When Nothing Seems to Work: A Practical Workshop for Adult Influencers 
Dr. Robin Alter How Nature Benefits Kids and Youth
Natasha Parent Should I be worried about screen time? What we’ve learned from COVID-19 about teens’ technology use and mental health
Dr. Amanda Zelechoski and Dr. Lindsay MalloyGuilt, grief, and grace, oh my: Parenting during a Pandemic
Scout Gray and Ashleigh YuleSexual Orientation and Gender Identity Inclusivity: Building Resilience and Well-being in Youth
Dr. Rebecca Pillai Riddell Supporting Young Child Resilience Through Vaccination: Using Science to Manage Needle-Related Pain And Distress
Mary-Jo Land, Dr. Nour Zaki, Michael Blugerman, and Michael TroutIntroduction to Prenatal Attachment and Bonding
Dr. Rebecca Pillai RiddellThe Struggle to Juggle: Working Parents Pandemic Survival Guide
Dr. Kofi-Len Belfon and Nigel EnnissThe impact of anti-black racism on children and youth in Canada
Dr. Robin Alter How to Support Our Kids with Special Needs During the COVID-19 Outbreak
Dr. Diana BrecherThrive at Home: Coping During COVID
Dr. Robin Alter Anxiety and the Gift of Imagination
Jan Blaxall
Calming your brain to calm your young children’s brains
Dr. Martin M. AntonyHealth Anxiety in the Time of COVID-19 
Dr. Liane Davey The Good Fight 
Dr. Nasreen KhatriLife, Interrupted
Dr. Steven SteinA Parent’s Guide to Staying Sane During COVID-19 Pandemic
Dr. Harvey Skinner Part 2: Stress Busting Techniques for Youth & Young Adults
Dr. Harvey Skinner  Part 1: Gentle Techniques to Help Calm Your Kids 
Dr. Nasreen KhatriBeing Alone Together The Social Pandemic of Loneliness during COVID-19 
Mary-Jo LandCalming the Commotion
Dr. Robin Alter How to Support Our Kids During the COVID-19 Outbreak 
Dr. Ester ColeParenting Resilient Children and Youth at Home and at School