In recent years, there has been a significant rise in the number of calls made to the 211 helpline regarding mental health and substance abuse. Shockingly, mental health issues rank as the third most common reason why people seek help. To effectively address the escalating mental health crisis, we must

It’s #ThankYouThursday! Today, we want to express our gratitude to Zehrs in Owen Sound for their outstanding generosity and support. Throughout the pandemic, Zehrs went above and beyond to assist us in purchasing large quantities of food for our Covid hampers. Their compassionate and responsive team made communication easy, and

We are incredibly grateful to have had Hydro One‘s support since our earliest days in 1998. As we approach our 25th anniversary in 2023, we’re taking the time to reflect on our journey so far and those who have been with us since the beginning. Your generous support has made

Have you seen the new window at Canadian Mental Health Association Grey Bruce? This window is to create awareness around 211 and to let people know a couple of questions you can ask. Examples of questions you can ask are: Where can I find free food in my community? I

Accidental poisonings in children from edible cannabis products are a serious risk. Hospitals have seen an increase in visits to the emergency room and poison centres have seen an increase in calls. Poisonings can be life-threatening, sometimes resulting in a coma, and being put on a ventilator. Keep cannabis away

Art has been a part of human culture for thousands of years and has fascinated people of all ages. Here are five interesting facts about the world of art that you may not know: 1. Art has no boundaries – it comes from the imaginationOne of the most fascinating things

With the increase in overdoses in our community lately, we thought we should share how to protect ourselves when it comes to drug use. These are Harm Reduction Strategies to ensure people who use drugs do so as safely as possible: 1. Avoid using alone. o When using with someone

Important Update: The Hydro/Enbridge Gas Disconnection ban will end on April 30th, 2023. If you are at risk of disconnection and have not yet accessed the Leap Program, please contact them at 1-855-487-5327 as soon as possible to avoid any disruption in your service. It is important to note that

Last Saturday, March 25th, marked the 3rd annual We Remember Them event where the community came together to commemorate the lives lost due to the ongoing opioid crisis. United Way Bruce Grey, Safe n’ Sound, Grey Bruce Public Health, and other community partners hosted the event at the Owen Sound

*This information was gathered from 211 Ontario. Safe exchange locations offer a secure environment to meet unfamiliar individuals when making purchases from online transactions. It is crucial to prioritize safety since many people have fallen prey to various forms of criminal activity, such as robberies, fraud, and theft. It is