Good morning. During the month of April, I often found myself thinking “okay so, the rain was fun and all, but when are those sunny days gonna show up?” All the mud and rain can seem like an eternity, but this month of muck is a necessary part of the order of operations that is summer.
Sometimes it can feel like a repeat of the same old rainy April morning. During these times remember to take a deep breath, exhale, and remember how poppin’ your garden is going to look once this storm rolls through.🌷
Jack.org, is Canada's leading mental health non-profit working to give young people the education, community support, and skills to care for their mental health and prevent crisis.
May is mental health month. This month get in motion for youth across Canada by joining Jack Ride: Jack.org's annual cycling fundraiser in support of youth mental health. Bike in the shop, but are still looking to make a difference? We will be participating in this years ride, and would love your support!
Through peer-to-peer support and prevention-focused programs, Jack.org helps young people recognize struggle, start conversations, and seek help before struggle escalates into distress or crisis.
Always remember, April showers bring May flowers 🌺
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Muskoka Forecast
Get moving with Jack.org
Cross the finish line in Caledon, or at the cottage 🏁
Jack Ride 2026
May 23
📍In person in Caledon, or remotely across Canada
Fireside with Michael Braithwaite, President & CEO of Jack.org
It all starts with a conversation.
On this episode of the Fireside podcast I was joined by Jack.org President and CEO, Michael Braithwaite.
During our conversation, we spoke about how Jack.org's peer-led initiatives are changing the mental health landscape for young people around the globe.
The Essentials with Jack.org
Get In Motion for May Mental Health Month with Jack Ride 2026!
Movement is key to mental health, and this month you can move with a purpose by fundraising for Jack Ride.
Suicide is still the second-leading cause of death for youth across Canada. Help fund critical programming this May Mental Health Month so we can change that.
Everyone is touched by mental health struggles. This May Mental Health Month, join our community for a day of healing and togetherness at Jack Ride and show young people and those who support them: you are not alone.
A Final Note
Until next time,
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