
In the depths of winter in 1989, I was outside with my 4 and 5-year-old daughters playing in the snow with some of the neighbourhood kids, when I was approached by the mother of one of them. She asked if I would be interested in a part time position working with children and youth who […]
Read More 17 October 2018Written by: Skylark’s Peer Youth Harm Reduction Team Skylark’s Peer Youth Harm Reduction Team is composed of peer youth ages 16-24 who work to support Skylark in creating space for young people to talk about drugs, sex and sex work. This blog post aims to address misconceptions about cannabis legalization, as well as, inform youth […]
Read More 15 October 2018Written by: Skylark’s Peer Youth Harm Reduction Team Skylark’s Peer Youth Harm Reduction Team is composed of peer youth ages 16-24 who work to support Skylark in creating space for young people to talk about drugs, sex and sex work. This blog post aims to challenge stigma and offer unbiased information for/about people who engage […]
Read More 15 August 2018The Staff Spotlight Series features dedicated staff at Skylark who have made a lasting impact in the community. We explore what motivates our staff to do the amazing work they do every day. Meet Rory Grant, Administrative Assistant & Receptionist at Skylark’s YouthCan Impact walk-in clinic. What has been your experience at Skylark so far? […]
Read More 27 July 2018The Staff Spotlight Series features dedicated staff at Skylark who have made a lasting impact in the community. We explore what motivates our staff to do the amazing work they do every day. Meet Dale Callender, Skylark’s In-School Counsellor at Northern Secondary School. What is your role as an in-school counsellor? Dale works in collaboration […]
Read More 7 May 2018Written by David Cho, Individual and Family Therapist at Skylark based at MLSE LaunchPad. Skylark’s counsellors are integrated with life at MLSE LaunchPad. Skylark is excited about our recent partnership with MLSE Launchpad! This partnership is an innovative way of engaging with the community, while promoting the connection between healthy bodies and healthy minds. What […]
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