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Women’s Group

We had another fantastic women's group end yesterday. The ladies have created connections and learned new practical skills to use in their recovery. For the last day the group practiced meditation, had some festive treats and created holiday crafts. There were a lot of ...
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Christ Church Cathedral

Today, Sharlene and Evan were invited to be a part of a community conversation at Christ Church Cathedral. Joining other local not for profits, conversations about community need and organizational dreams took place which also led to further discussions and new relations...
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Podcast Season 3/E5 – Barb

In today's episode, Blake sits down with Barb who shares her unique recovery experience. Barb is an example of how addiction can take hold of anyone at any stage of life and how individual one's road to recovery can be. Have a listen to Barb’s story here.  
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Stelly’s Presentation – Grade 12

On Thursday Umbrella presented to Stellys High School grade 12's. The students were very engaged and had great questions for the staff.  A few students stayed back to tell us how much they appreciated our presentation and that were very "brave". There are many more s...
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Island Health Partnership Breakfast

Umbrella was pleased to be invited to Island Health Victoria Partnership Breakfast. There was meaningful conversation had at the table with Mental Health Recovery Partners (Janine and Zoë). Threshold Society (Colin), Luther Court Society (Kevin), Major of Oak Bay (Kevin)...
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SMU Presentations – Grade 10’s

Yesterday Rebecca and Evan presented to Grade 10's at St. Michaels University. Students are continuing to engage, ask questions and reach out to Umbrella services. We couldn't be more thrilled. We have had lots positive feedback from SMU regarding school presentations ...
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Christmas Party 2024

Last night was Umbrella’s annual Christmas Party. Which is more of a dinner and connection for all our amazing staff and board. Once again, Blake emceed and did such a great job – he even brought his own mic and speaker which helped a lot - it worked the entire event! ...
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SMU Presentations

School presentations have started up again! Umbrella was pleased to present to about 120 grade 9 students on Friday at St Michaels School. The kids were very engaged and had great, thoughtful questions for Evan and Rebecca. School presentations are just beginning - we ...
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Victoria Foundation Event

Today was Victoria Foundation's hosted organization annual event. This is a great opportunity to get an overview of the non-profit sector, hear about where things are going in our sector and hear from Victoria Foundation about their strategic direction. It is also wonde...
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Gratitude Group Dec Break

  Gratitude group is on hiatus until January for a fresh start to the new year and new resolutions. We look forward to connecting with you again in January.