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Bullying 101

Meet Joshua Zaharia

Bullying Hurts — Here’s Why We Need to Talk About It

Bullying isn’t just “kids being kids.” It’s a serious issue that affects people deeply, mentally, emotionally, and physically. In this video, we explore the many forms of bullying, from physical and verbal to cyber and relational, and share a real-life story to show just how real it can get. This video is for anyone who’s experienced bullying or wants to help stop it.

📣 You’re not alone. Your voice matters.

📞 Kids Help Phone (Canada): 1-800-668-6868
🌐 Tips and Strategies for Managing Bullying

#BullyingAwareness #KindnessMatters #MentalHealth #StandUp

The Overuse of Social Media

Meet Eva Boulay

Social media is fun—but are we using it too much? This video explores how apps like TikTok and Instagram are designed to keep us scrolling, leading to lost time, isolation, shorter attention spans, and negative self-image. The speaker offers relatable personal stories and helpful tips to regain balance: from setting screen time limits and taking walks to nurturing real-life relationships and practicing self-care.

🧠 It’s all about moderation and mindfulness.

📱 #DigitalDetox #MentalHealthMatters #YouthVoices #SocialMediaAwareness

A Fresh approach to Teen Mental Health

Meet Sam Johnson

Building Confidence Through Creativity and Connection

In this heartfelt video, Sam Johnson, a Grade 12 student from West Vancouver, shares his journey of overcoming anxiety and depression through the power of performance and community. Inspired by his personal challenges, Sam founded NorthShore Live—a youth-led initiative that creates fun, inclusive social events like open mic nights, improv workshops, and senior performances. His mission: help teens step out of isolation, make friends, and build self-confidence. Sam proves that small, local actions can make a big impact on youth mental health.

🎤 #YouthMentalHealth #NorthShoreLive #StudentLeadership #CreativeConfidence

Spreading Cultural Awareness in Schools Action Plan

Meet Shafia Razzaq

Empowering Change Through Cultural Awareness in Schools

In this inspiring video, a student shares her journey of embracing her Pakistani heritage and promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in her school. Facing underrepresentation in high school, she co-founded a DEI group that sparked the first culture month and gala in her division. She outlines a 3-step action plan—gather support, define your mission, and dream big—to help other students lead similar initiatives. Her story shows how youth voices can drive real change and build stronger, more inclusive communities.

🌍 #CulturalAwareness #YouthLeadership #DEIinSchools #StudentVoices

Empowering Youth to Say No to Vaping

Meet Sarah Javed

Vaping is a rising crisis among teens in Canada, with harmful effects on mental, physical, and emotional health. This video explores the dangers of vaping, the manipulation by vape companies targeting youth, and real-life stories like Jacob’s to show the long-term impact. Learn how to recognize the signs of addiction, how to quit, and how to support others on their journey to recovery.

📞 Need help?
Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868
Smokers’ Helpline: 1-877-513-5333

🧠 Read an article to learn more.

#StopVaping #YouthHealth #VapingAwareness #BreakTheHabit #MentalHealth

Suicide

Meet Michael Zupanc Acosta

Stick Around Another Day — A Dream, A Message, A Life That Matters

A dreamlike journey into the depths of emotion and mental health, followed by a powerful real-life message of hope and healing. This video is for anyone who’s ever felt like giving up. Your story isn’t over.

💛 You matter. You are not alone.

📞 Canada Suicide Prevention Service: 1-833-456-4566
📱 Text: 45645

#MentalHealth #Dreamscape #YouMatter #Hope #StickAround

Teens & Technology

Meet Lily Matheson-Wood

Teenagers today are constantly connected, but excessive screen time can lead to serious issues like anxiety, depression, and addiction. This video breaks down how social media and technology affect mental health and concentration, and offers practical tips for teens to manage their phone use responsibly. Whether you’re struggling with screen addiction or simply want to improve your digital habits, this video provides key insights and solutions for a healthier relationship with technology.

📱 Need support? Speak to a trusted adult.

#DigitalWellness #TeenMentalHealth #ScreenTime #TechAddiction

Reclaim our lives from Doomscrolling

Meet Anna Karsten

Are you stuck in an endless cycle of doomscrolling? You’re not alone. In this video, I share my personal journey with compulsive scrolling, how it affected my mental health, and the steps I took to break free. From setting screen time limits to practicing digital detoxes, discover practical ways to reclaim your time, peace of mind, and reconnect with the real world. 🌱✨

💬 Let’s talk: Have you ever felt trapped by your phone? 📖 More at SOS Magazine

#MentalHealth #Doomscrolling #DigitalDetox #SelfCare #Mindfulness

You’ll Never Walk Alone

Meet Rakhimjon Zokirjonov

A Story of Resilience and Hope

From joyful soccer days to painful experiences of bullying, loss, and loneliness, this is the journey of a courageous teen who refused to give up. After losing his father and battling online harassment, he found healing through passion, strength through community, and purpose in helping others. His message: You are not alone, and your pain does not define you. Speak up, stay strong, and always believe in yourself—there’s always someone who cares.

❤️ #YoullNeverWalkAlone #EndBullying #YouthResilience #MentalHealthMatters

🌐 Learn more: Tips and Strategies for Managing Bullying

Life Lessons for a New Generation of Women

Meet Bronwen Sutcliffe

Wisdom Across Generations: Advice for Young Women Facing the Future

This heartfelt video explores the emotional challenges of senior year and the uncertainty of what lies ahead. The narrator shares how volunteering at a senior center helped her connect with older women whose powerful life stories and advice offer guidance and strength. These women reflect on resilience, the value of volunteering, self-discovery, and trusting your path—even when it’s unclear. Their insights remind young women that while struggles are timeless, so is the support and wisdom passed down from generation to generation.

💬 #WomenSupportingWomen #LifeAdvice #SeniorVoices #GenZMeetsWisdom

Online Radicalization and Incel Culture

Meet Liam Dibartolo

The Rise of the Manosphere — Understanding and Preventing Toxic Influences on Boys

Adolescence is a time of searching for identity, but for some boys, that search can lead to toxic online spaces. This video dives into the rise of the manosphere and incel culture, exploring how isolation, media influence, and skewed ideas of masculinity can impact young minds. Learn the warning signs and discover how open communication, education, and connection can help guide boys toward healthy relationships and self-image.

💬 Let’s talk. Let’s listen. Let’s guide.

📞 Kids Help Phone (Canada): 1-800-668-6868
🌐 4 Disastrous Outcomes of Toxic Masculinity

#HealthyMasculinity #ManosphereAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #SupportOurBoys

Managing Stress Through Nutrition

Meet Ramla Hammoud

In this insightful video, the speaker explores how nutrition can be a healthy coping mechanism for stress. By discussing the reasons why people often crave comfort foods under pressure, the video offers healthier alternatives and practical tips, such as Omega-3-rich foods and mindful eating, to help reduce stress and improve overall well-being. The speaker also provides meal swaps and challenges viewers to make small, sustainable changes in their diets to manage stress effectively.

🥗 #HealthyLiving #StressManagement #MindfulEating #NutritionTips

Stuck on Screens

Meet Clare Neilson

Is Technology Harming Our Mental Health? — A Youth Perspective

Technology connects us—but is it also disconnecting us from ourselves? In this video, Claire Neelsen breaks down the hidden mental health costs of our screen-filled lives. From social media comparisons to digital overload, she shares personal insights, peer experiences, and expert findings on how too much tech can lead to anxiety, depression, and isolation. She also offers practical tips for unplugging, reconnecting, and finding balance in a digital world.

🌿 Real life matters. So does your well-being.

📞 Kids Help Phone (Canada): 1-800-668-6868
🌐 The Frightening Connection Between Social Media and Mental Health

#MentalHealthAwareness #DigitalWellness #UnplugToRecharge #YouthVoices

Suicide Prevention

Meet Ava Worth

In this crucial video, we delve into the complex reasons behind suicide, focusing on depression, isolation, and distorted thought processes that can affect young individuals. It emphasizes the importance of education about suicide through school programs, games, and stress-relief activities, with support from social workers. We also discuss the role of online therapy and how to recognize warning signs like hopelessness, erratic behaviour, and lack of care. Learn how to identify these signs and support loved ones in need.

🧠 #SuicidePrevention #MentalHealthAwareness #SupportEachOther #OnlineTherapy

It Takes a Village

Meet Samantha Montgomery

For kids living with generational trauma, a strong and supportive community can be life-changing. This video explores how a village—whether a literal place or a network of caring adults—can provide safety, connection, and healing. Through understanding, mentorship, and collective care, communities can become safe spaces where children feel seen, valued, and supported as they grow.

🧡 Healing starts with community.

📞 Kids Help Phone (Canada): 1-800-668-6868
🌐 8 Powerful Resources for People Who Struggle with Poor Mental Health

#HealingTogether #CommunityCare #GenerationalTrauma #SafeSpaces #ItTakesAVillage