World Mental Health Day on October 10th highlights the importance of emotional and psychological well-being for everyone in our community. Mental health challenges can emerge from trauma, abuse, or life circumstances, and each experience deserves understanding and support.

Open conversations about mental health help remove stigma and encourage people to access the support they need. At Waypoints, we provide counselling and safe, trauma-informed spaces where individuals and families can explore their experiences, access guidance, and connect with supports that fit their needs.

Taking small steps like checking in on someone, listening without judgment, or learning more about mental health can create real change. Each act of care helps people feel seen, heard, and supported, giving them space to build resilience in their own way, on their own terms.

For more information about Mental Health supports in Wood Buffalo, please visit the Canadian Mental Health Association of Wood Buffalo’s website at https://woodbuffalo.cmha.ca/