Mental Health Awareness Week (MHW) was introduced in 1951 by the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) to raise awareness of mental illness in Canada. Today, the MHW provides practical ways people can maintain and improve their mental health and support their recovery from mental illness. The MHW also provides an opportunity for all Canadians to reflect on their attitudes and …
Happy Easter 2014!
Happy Easter! From the Alberta Mentoring Partnership
Vitalize Conference 2014 – Calgary
Join the #Vitalize2014 Discussion Tweets about “#Vitalize2014 “ Early Bird Registration Extended to May 4! If you have been considering attending Vitalize 2014, take advantage of the extended early bird registration of $150! After Sunday, May 4, regular registration rate of $195 will apply. In addition, Vitalize 2014 is proud to support the growth and development of Alberta’s young talent …
Resources for Volunteer Organizations
In honour of National Volunteer Week, AMP is highlighting a few resources for organizations and volunteers! Check out the links below: LinkedIn Volunteer Marketplace: A platform for nonprofits to recruit volunteers and to support individuals to find volunteer opportunities with nonprofits. Prime Minister’s Volunteer Awards: To promote Canada’s culture of giving and philanthropy, the Government of Canada created …
Welcome the Newest AMP Partners
We are thrilled to share that two organizations have become new AMP Partners this month: Cornerstone Youth Centre Cornerstone Youth Centre is a place where the community’s junior high youth can come to find solace from whatever issues that life may be dealing them. They can be assured that they will be greeted by friendly staff and volunteers who are …
New AMP Resource: Mentoring Matters Lesson Plans
The Alberta Mentoring Partnership (AMP) is excited to share that a series of Lessons Plans designed to fit with Mental Health Matters are now available! These lesson plans are designed for students in Grades 4-6 and students in Grade 8, and share how Mentoring positively impacts mental health. Visit http://albertamentoringpartnership.cirrusvps.ca/for-educators/mentoring-matters-lesson-plans/ to view and download this this valuable new resource!
Exciting Employment Opportunity with Safe and Caring
The Society for Safe and Caring Schools & Communities, an AMP Partner, invites applications for the position of Executive Director. Are you the One? If you see yourself in the following profile, Safe and Caring encourages you to apply. Do you define yourself as an acknowledged educational leader? Do you have a passion for finding solutions to issues impacting Alberta’s …
Training Opportunity: Promoting Inclusion, Learning, and Meaningful Relationships Using Peer Support Strategies
Featuring: Dr. Erik Carter In Calgary Ramada Plaza Calgary Airport May 27, 2014, 9:00 am – 3:30 pm In Edmonton Edmonton (ATA Barnett House) 11010 – 142 Street NW May 26, 2014, 9:00 am – 3:30 pm This interactive workshop will address practical and promising approaches for developing supports and fostering relationships among students with and without significant disabilities both …
National Volunteer Week April 6-12, 2014 – #volunteerville
National Volunteer Week is a time to recognize, celebrate and thank Canada’s 13.3 million volunteers. 2014 is the 11th consecutive year that Volunteer Canada has delivered the NVW campaign. (volunteer.ca). Volunteerville (volunteerville.ca – #volunteerville) is a new initiative that was launched by Volunteer Alberta this April 2014 to the volunteers across Alberta, so that they can share their experiences as they …
April Fools – Ideas For Mentors & Mentees
Happy April Fools Day If you are looking for a few ideas for some April fools trickery this year then perhaps some of the ideas below can help. A Backwards Night Try out a backwards night with your mentee or mentor. Get your pyjamas on, eat desert first, then dinner, then an appetizer. It’s a fun easy way to celebrate in …