This list of activities was created to help you and your child feel empowered, connected, and supported during Children’s Mental Health Week. Each activity includes a downloadable template, a short introduction, easy-to-follow instructions, a list of materials, and thoughtful talking points to guide meaningful conversations. Whether you're crafting, reflecting, or simply spending time together, these moments are meant to build connection and confidence. Enjoy the experience!
Day 1 - 7-Day Connection Calendar
Day 2 - Connection Cards
Day 3 - Family Connection Challenge
Day 4 - Kids Connection Challenge
Day 5 - Teen Connection Challenge
Day 6 - Connection Bingo
Day 7 - Connection Reflection
BONUS: Feel-Good Playlist
BONUS: Flag Raising & Illumination List
Pathstone Picks
Looking for simple ways to support your mental health? Pathstone Picks is a curated collection of trusted tools, tips, and resources from our professional team—designed to help children, youth, and families navigate everyday challenges. From calming activities to coping strategies, these are the things we reach for, recommend, and rely on. Please enjoy!
Hey Niagara - Join the Porch Light Challenge!
This May, join Pathstone Mental Health in lighting the way for children’s mental health across Niagara. The Porch Light Challenge invites families, businesses, and community members to shine a green light as a symbol of hope, support, and awareness for young people facing mental health challenges.
You can take part by purchasing a green LED bulb from Pathstone for just $5 (to help cover costs) or by sourcing your own. Bulbs are available at:
- The Branscombe Centre in St. Catharines
- Walk-In Clinics located at the Niagara Pen Centre
- Or email us at mbegin@pathstone.ca for other options.
Once you have your bulb, simply switch your porch light to green for the month of May and help spark meaningful conversations across our community.
Together, we can make it clear to every child, youth, and family that they are seen, supported, and never alone. 💚
