<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[The Grove Hubs]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Grove is your one-stop-shop for youth mental health and wellness. By youth, for youth.]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Sun, 14 Jun 2026 09:46:05 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.youthhubswg.ca/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Closing the Distance: Supporting Rural and Remote Mental Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[A new report from the Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA), Closing the Distance: Rural and Remote Mental Health in Canada, highlights the unique mental health realities, strengths, and challenges faced by people living in rural and remote communities across the country. The report paints a national picture of mental health, substance use, and access to care across rural, remote, and urban settings. It reveals critical gaps in mental health and substance use health services, showing that...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/closing-the-distance-supporting-rural-and-remote-mental-health</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1ef9c1f9e37e2aaa13fedf</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:50:37 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36fdd6_35661d60d26d49988e589d950398ba15~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_627,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>mbrady64</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pride Month 2026: Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario Wellington-Guelph Outreach &#38; Support]]></title><description><![CDATA[June is Pride Month, and Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario (YWHO) Wellington-Guelph is excited to be engaging with our community at several local events: Palmerston – Pride in the Park: June 7 Guelph Summer Pride: June 7 YMCA Pride Bench Painting: June 13 Fergus – Out &#38; About Banner Painting: June 15 Pride Month is a meaningful time for our outreach efforts, offering space both to celebrate and to reflect. For us, Pride is an opportunity to acknowledge the ongoing mental health impacts of stigma,...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/pride-month-2026-youth-wellness-hubs-ontario-wellington-guelph-outreach-support</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a1ef750d7053c3c7ea244d9</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Jun 2026 15:38:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36fdd6_8d13f8c8790c48be90baa8d8bc77a4d4~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_627,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>mbrady64</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[$8,446 RAISED FOR MAIN PLACE ERIN HUB YOUTH THROUGH TIM HORTONS SMILE COOKIE CAMPAIGN]]></title><description><![CDATA[Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario (YWHO) Wellington-Guelph is celebrating the success of this year’s Tim Hortons Smile Cookie campaign in Erin, which raised $8,446 in support of the YWHO Wellington-Guelph Main Place Erin Hub.   From April 27 to May 3, community members showed their generosity by purchasing Smile Cookies at the Erin Tim Hortons restaurant. Through this annual campaign, 100 per cent of proceeds from every Smile Cookie sold are donated to local charities and community organizations...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/8-446-raised-for-main-place-erin-hub-youth-through-tim-hortons-smile-cookie-campaign</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6a19e837145da5e3830a2cd0</guid><pubDate>Fri, 29 May 2026 19:28:39 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36fdd6_e32e53445b82434393b86c2bf4bbbf52~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>mbrady64</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Mental Health Week ]]></title><description><![CDATA[Technology allows us to connect instantly with anyone, anywhere. Yet across Canada, millions of people are struggling with loneliness. This Mental Health Week, CMHA’s across Canada are raising an important question: what does constant digital connection really mean for our mental health? Young people are at the centre of this issue. Nearly 1 in 5 youth aged 16–24 report feeling lonely often or always, making them the loneliest age group in the country. At the same time, they are the heaviest...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/mental-health-week</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f4b7ca90b4365cb860371c</guid><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 14:26:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36fdd6_ab76a43ea7db41668fb2683d0aa03597~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_627,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>mbrady64</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[HeadFirst: How Are You, Really? Campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are excited to once again partner with Headfirst on their mental health awareness merchandise fundraiser in support of Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario Wellington-Guelph. Launched last year, this meaningful initiative raised $3,000 for youth mental health supports in our community. The fundraiser was created by Jono Carreiro’s family to honour his legacy while raising both awareness and funds for mental health. The name Headfirst reflects the importance of prioritizing mental health—putting...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/headfirst-how-are-you-really-campaign</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69f4b1bb7db2f4343a412823</guid><pubDate>Fri, 01 May 2026 14:08:51 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36fdd6_b11781abc07046da9e812f8cd94a2caa~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>mbrady64</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Branding Transition]]></title><description><![CDATA[What began in the fall of 2017 as an Integrated Youth Services initiative has grown into a comprehensive, trusted network supporting youth and families across Guelph and Wellington County. Built on the vision of a system where health and social services work side by side and where young people can “walk through one door” to find the support they need this initiative has evolved into The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs, and now Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario (YWHO) – Wellington Guelph. Today, YWHO –...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/branding-transition</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69d6766d0611ac839ce76c6e</guid><pubDate>Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:40:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a69e94_b2d24446f5524a93843fd617f2627941~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_627,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>joshs18</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Eating Disorders Awareness Week: Why Access to Care Matters]]></title><description><![CDATA[Eating disorders are serious but treatable mental illnesses. In Canada, more than 1.7 million people experience an eating disorder at any given time, including an estimated 1.4 million youth. Despite how common these conditions are, only about 25% of young people receive the care and support they need. Across Canada, eating disorders continue to be significantly undertreated. Research shows major gaps in access to specialized services, especially outside major urban centres. For youth in...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/eating-disorders-awareness-week-why-access-to-care-matters</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6980d061889819a51f04b28a</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Feb 2026 16:34:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36fdd6_c9e5512372cd4a73bc06ecbf467bdbb7~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_627,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>joshs18</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Youth Supports During Exam Season]]></title><description><![CDATA[As winter sets in and exam season intensifies, The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario Wellington Guelph is reminding young people across Guelph and Wellington County that they are not alone. The winter months can be especially challenging for youth, with shorter days, colder weather, and increased academic pressure. The Grove is here to help, offering a safe, inclusive space where young people ages 12–26 can access free supports to help them manage stress, stay connected, and prioritize their...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/youth-supports-during-exam-season</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6978fb50e9e3448a1cd70ff4</guid><pubDate>Tue, 27 Jan 2026 17:53:52 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36fdd6_f1c4e7a7d3224027b37dbf56dd493a61~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_627,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>joshs18</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[$73,032 Raised with Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie Campaign]]></title><description><![CDATA[We are absolutely thrilled to announce that, thanks to your incredible support, we raised $73,032 through the Tim Hortons  Holiday Smile Cookie Campaign! All funds raised will support The Grove’s Youth Ambassador Program and Tim Hortons Camps, helping empower youth and create brighter futures. A huge thank you to our amazing volunteers, Tim Hortons owners and staff, and everyone who purchased a Smile Cookie Your generosity makes a real difference in our community.]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/73-032-raised-with-tim-hortons-holiday-smile-cookie-campaign</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694572dff882f7cd7d7e38db</guid><pubDate>Fri, 19 Dec 2025 15:45:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36fdd6_befae7c97d03456cb6d39dee5beba673~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_627,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>mbrady64</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[A Reason to Smile - Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario – Wellington Guelph is proud to announce it has been selected as a recipient of Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie fundraiser! From November 17th to 23rd, 100 per cent of proceeds from each Holiday Smile Cookie sold in Guelph and Puslinch will help to support The Grove and Tim Hortons Foundation Camps. For the second year in a row, The Grove has been selected as the Holiday Smile Cookie recipient. “We’re honoured to once again be part of the Tim Hortons...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/a-reason-to-smile-tim-hortons-holiday-smile-cookie</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6908df10661dffee57b95e3a</guid><pubDate>Mon, 03 Nov 2025 17:02:36 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36fdd6_71e212c48f4a4fddbed79bac864a0e9a~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>mbrady64</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[You’re Invited to The Grove YMCA Open House (November 10th, 5-7PM)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Our latest Youth Wellness Hub is officially open at the YMCA of Three Rivers- 130 Woodland Glen Dr, Guelph, ON (find us on the 2nd floor).  The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario Wellington Guelph is a collaborative project, with the aim of providing youth ages 12-25 with the support they need to build positive, bright futures. To celebrate our latest hub we are hosting an Open House on Monday November 10th from 5-7pm. Meet  Tyler McGregor, Captain of Canada’s national Para ice hockey team...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/you-re-invited-to-the-grove-ymca-open-house-november-10th-5-7pm</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68e95bdd51f676ec2abf288f</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 19:17:58 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a69e94_9a0573d8ac0c439284f45906a50437b8~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_924,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>joshs18</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[This September, Let’s Talk About Suicide Prevention]]></title><description><![CDATA[September marks a new beginning for many young people—starting school, moving away from home, or beginning a new job. But with change...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/this-september-let-s-talk-about-suicide-prevention</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68b6fadfa18887303bed55cf</guid><pubDate>Tue, 02 Sep 2025 14:11:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a69e94_11b026cfc0fa4650a45285276c8fa760~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_628,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>mbrady64</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[September Transitions: A Fresh Start with the Right Support]]></title><description><![CDATA[As September approaches, many of us see it as a new beginning. Whether you're starting high school, stepping into post-secondary life, or exploring job opportunities, the shift can bring excitement—but also uncertainty, stress, and anxiety. A new routine, a new environment, and new expectations can feel overwhelming. You might be navigating homesickness, academic pressure, time management struggles, or social adjustments. That’s where The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs step in. Support During the...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/september-transitions-a-fresh-start-with-the-right-support</link><guid isPermaLink="false">689df4ac202fe9894ca53ad8</guid><pubDate>Thu, 14 Aug 2025 14:38:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a69e94_4bb60f46b7144875af24eea78b0f1352~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_627,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>mbrady64</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Keeping Cool at The Grove This Summer]]></title><description><![CDATA[Summertime can be a welcome break from school—but for many teens, the change in routine can bring questions about what am I going to do all day, feelings of disconnection, and even stress.   That’s where The Grove comes in.   Whether you’re looking for a fun place to hang out or just need a cool quiet space to unwind, The Grove is open and welcoming all summer long. When you walk into any of The Grove Hubs locations, you’re welcomed by another youth who gets it—someone who’s there to chat and...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/keeping-cool-at-the-grove-this-summer</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68700cdc7183254306bb5b49</guid><pubDate>Thu, 10 Jul 2025 19:00:08 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36fdd6_1820e886c2c04481af7b5e1835ff691e~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_627,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>mbrady64</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Pride Month]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here at Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario (YWHO) Guelph Wellington – The Grove, we are proud to stand with Two-Spirit, lesbian, gay, bisexual,...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/pride-month</link><guid isPermaLink="false">683dffb02aaf4e188d9fa37a</guid><pubDate>Mon, 02 Jun 2025 19:48:42 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36fdd6_f92d415588cc45b8b92a188749cd0b2d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_627,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>mbrady64</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[VOLUNTEERS MAKE WAVES AT THE GROVE YOUTH WELLNESS HUBS ONTARIO – VOLUNTEER APPRECIATION WEEK]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario is recognizing Volunteer Appreciation Week. Each volunteer contribution, big or small, creates...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/volunteers-make-waves-at-the-grove-youth-wellness-hubs-ontario-volunteer-appreciation-week</link><guid isPermaLink="false">680fb27c02e22389d115f5dc</guid><pubDate>Mon, 28 Apr 2025 16:53:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36fdd6_a04c72785485470d9aa9f4d3e7b0e3b1~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_627,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>mbrady64</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[WCDSB Youth Led Mental Health Symposium Hosted at The Grove Woolwich ]]></title><description><![CDATA[On Thursday, April 3, approximately 90 grade 11 and 12 students from across Wellington Catholic District School Board will gather at The...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/wcdsb-youth-led-mental-health-symposium-hosted-at-the-grove-woolwich</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67eaf2c2a8116191c3894b69</guid><pubDate>Mon, 31 Mar 2025 20:03:02 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36fdd6_abd58c19d6a0467b80012ab8faa38409~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>mbrady64</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario Introduces the Cyndy Dearden Youth Leadership Award ]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario is proud to announce the launch of the Cyndy Dearden Youth Leadership Award , an annual recognition...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/the-grove-youth-wellness-hubs-ontario-introduces-the-cyndy-dearden-youth-leadership-award</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67e40218bc1b19d7096777ef</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 13:35:28 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36fdd6_b212c7d15a804ac2bf7dbf2f2e5a35e3~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>mbrady64</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Headfirst Fundraiser: Honouring Jono Carreiro &#38; Supporting Mental Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[During the month of March—Jono Carreiro’s birthday month—his family has launched Headfirst merchandise , a special fundraiser in his...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/headfirst-fundraiser-honouring-jono-carreiro-supporting-mental-health</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67e400dcbda73d2992bb1ad3</guid><pubDate>Wed, 26 Mar 2025 13:28:00 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36fdd6_ac3daffd6a14451e8ea7673fa048e0b6~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>mbrady64</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[FIFTH ANNUAL GUELPH MASQUERADE FOR MENTAL HEALTH Mask Off Huge Success!]]></title><description><![CDATA[The Grove Youth Wellness Hubs Ontario – Wellington Guelph hosted the fifth annual Guelph masquerade for mental health – Mask Off...]]></description><link>https://www.thegrovehubs.ca/post/fifth-annual-guelph-masquerade-for-mental-health-mask-off-huge-success</link><guid isPermaLink="false">67ab6db938673027cd301343</guid><pubDate>Tue, 11 Feb 2025 15:37:16 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/36fdd6_8cbcdc60a1374f3e837b0fe9cb0dd00c~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>mbrady64</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>