Mental Health Month Events
Green Ribbon Campaign
Get ready to help us paint the town green!
Our Green Ribbon Campaign is all about raising awareness and sparking real conversations about mental health—one ribbon at a time. Throughout the month, you’ll see green ribbons popping up across the downtown core as a visible reminder that mental health matters and that no one is alone.
Want to join in? It’s easy—and we’d love to have you be part of it!
Stop by at any of the locations below and pick up your free green ribbons to share with friends, family, coworkers, or customers. Whether you pin one on, tie it around your space, or decorate your storefront, every ribbon helps spread awareness and start important conversations.
Let’s make it fun, visible, and meaningful—together, we can turn our whole community green and show our support for mental wellness!
Green ribbon pick-up locations:
- Woolwich Counselling Centre (65 Memorial Ave, Elmira)
FREE Community Event
Join us on Friday, May 29th from 2:30–7:30 PM at Gore Park for an afternoon of connection, celebration, and fun!
Enjoy a variety of activities for all ages, including:
- Live music by No Requests, EDSS Band, and Mojo Minefield (formerly Tyler Fry and the Mile Highs)
- Refreshing lemonade and delicious BBQ and snacks
- Outdoor lawn games
- Face painting
- Family-friendly fun
This free community event is open to everyone—no registration required. Held in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Month, this gathering is an opportunity to come together, celebrate, and spark meaningful conversations.
Bring your friends and family and be part of a welcoming, inclusive celebration.
Weather permitting.
Youth Engagement
We’re pleased to welcome Sam Demma to Elmira District Secondary School on May 13, where he will deliver two keynote presentations. These sessions are designed specifically for high school students, along with Grade 7 and 8 students from feeder schools. While this is not a public event, it’s an important opportunity to engage youth in meaningful conversations about mental health.
Community Partnerships
This month, we’re also focusing on strengthening relationships with local businesses. We’re inviting them to continue their involvement by:
- Displaying a mental health banner in their storefront or showroom
- Placing a green ribbon outside their business
- Participating in one of our workshops, such as Let’s Talk About Mental Health
These partnerships play a key role in building a supportive, informed community.
Questions?
Please email us at info@woolwichcounselling.org or call us at 519-669-8651.
