June is PTSD Awareness Month, a time to shine a light on the invisible impacts of trauma and the strength it takes to navigate it. PTSD can affect anyone. First responders, community members, colleagues, friends, and family. Behind every experience is a story of courage, resilience, and the ongoing journey toward wellness. If you or someone you know is navigating the effects of trauma, support is available. For more information on our services, visit our website daltonassociates.ca/ #PTSDAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #CommunitySupport #Resilience #YouAreNotAlone

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Grief should not be carried in isolation. Our thoughts are with the OPP and the family as they mourn the loss of a fellow officer who died in the line of duty yesterday. The Encompas Mental Health Wellness Program is here to provide compassionate, confidential support for members, their families, and teams navigating this difficult time. With people who have real lived experience and offer ongoing guidance, we’re here when it matters most. Please reach out to an Encompas Care Manager at 1-866-794-9117 or visit encompascare.ca. Support is available 24/7/365. You are not alone.

This National Indigenous History Month, we pause to honour the stories, cultures, and traditions that have shaped this land for generations. These histories are not just reflections of the past they continue to influence identity, community, and well-being today. At the heart of mental health is connection: to ourselves, to one another, and to culture. Indigenous perspectives remind us that healing is holistic, rooted in balance, belonging, and respect. This month is an invitation to listen more deeply, learn with intention, and reflect with care. We remain committed to continuing this learning, supporting mental health in a way that is inclusive, respectful, and grounded in understanding. As a part of our commitment to supporting our Indigenous communities, we are partnering with Centre Wellington in recognition of the National Day of Truth and Reconciliation, for an evening of remembrance, reflection, and learning. This event is being held at the beautiful Elora Centre for the Arts on September 30th. To learn more on how we support our Indigenous communities check out our Indigenous mental health services page on our website. daltonassociates.ca/services… Find more information on our Truth and Reconciliation event on September 30th. Check out the event website! culturedays.ca/en/events/9d8…

Happy Pride Month! Pride is a time to celebrate love, identity, resilience, and to keep building a world where everyone can live authentically. As a mental health and wellness organization, our commitment is simple: safe, inclusive, affirming care where every person feels seen, respected, and valued. As an organization, we continuously endeavour to be staunch allies with the 2SLGBTQIA community. Visit us at daltonassociates.ca/, or call us at 1-888-245-5516 #PrideMonth #2SLGBTQIA #MentalHealth #Inclusion #YouAreNotAlone

Dalton Associates is hiring multiple positions! Join a collaborative, heart‑led team, making a real difference for people across Ontario. We’re seeking independent contractors across multiple disciplines, including travelling opportunities. See our careers page for more details. daltonassociates.ca/about/ca…

Last week, our Program Operations Coordinator, Susan Brooks, attended the OPPVA AGM Trade Show in Kingston, ON, representing our Encompas program for OPPA members. Susan, alongside Tara Geysens, facilitated roundtable discussions with the spouses and families of OPPA members, highlighting the vital role they play in supporting their loved ones throughout their careers. Their dedication and care are essential to the mental well-being of our first responders, and we were honoured to recognize their compassionate commitment. For more information about how we support OPP members, explore our website at encompascare.ca.

We’re excited to introduce our new online booking tool! You can now conveniently book appointments directly with our therapists online and find a time that works best for you. Scheduling your appointment with one of our qualified therapists is now just a few clicks away. To access online booking, start at the home page of our website and click on “Find a Therapist” in the top navigation bar. From there, click on “online booking” from the filters listed to the left. Now you’ll see a complete list of all of our therapists currently participating in online booking. And that’s it! Easy access to our wrap around mental wellness support. To check out this new tool, explore our website: daltonassociates.ca/find-a-t…

We had the pleasure of attending and being a proud sponsor of the 94th PAO Convention, held in Windsor, Ontario, from May 26–29. The convention provided a valuable opportunity to connect with police organizations, industry partners, and leaders to engage in important conversations around the future of policing and organizational support. Representing our team at this year’s event were our CEO, Carl Dalton, Program Manager, Jen Welsh, and Program Development Coordinator, Kimm Grant. We were especially proud to showcase the CPA Equipt Canada App, a solution designed by police to support police organizations with practical tools, trusted resources, and strategic guidance to help create more effective, well-equipped, and supportive environments for their teams. To learn more about how the Equipt Canada App can support your police organization, visit our website: equiptcare.ca @PoliceAssocON

We’re proud to support programs, events and spaces that strengthen the communities we serve. The newly revitalized space at Elora Centre for the Arts, is now open to the public, and will host community events, special gatherings, and celebrations that bring people together. At Dalton Associates, we’re honoured to support the Centre’s efforts to create barrier-free, accessible spaces, because we know that community connection plays an important role in mental wellness. Support of mental health doesn’t only happen in counselling rooms, it also happens through shared experiences, creativity, and the relationships we build with one another. We’re inspired by this next chapter for the Elora Centre for the Arts and look forward to continuing to support community initiatives that help people connect, be creative, and thrive. #DaltonAssociates #EloraCentreForTheArts #CommunityConnection #MentalHealthAndWellness #ArtsAndCulture #HealingInCommunity

We’re proud to be at the APPQ Delegates Conference today, connecting with over 220 attendees and showcasing the impactful work behind Equipt Care, our Canadian Police Association mental health program. Joining us on-site are our CEO, Carl Dalton, and Program Consultant, Marc Berube, who are looking forward to engaging with partners and sharing how Equipt Care is supporting the wellbeing of police members through accessible, flexible mental health services. We’re excited about the opportunity to extend these supports to the APPQ and appreciate our ongoing partnership with the Canadian Police Association in delivering this important program. *** Nous sommes fiers d’être présents aujourd’hui au congrès des délégués de l’APPQ, où nous avons l’occasion d’échanger avec plus de 220 participants et de mettre en valeur le travail porteur d’impact réalisé dans le cadre d’Equipt Care, notre programme de santé mentale pour l’Association canadienne des policiers. Sur place, nous sommes accompagnés de notre chef de la direction, Carl Dalton, ainsi que de notre conseiller de programme, Marc Bérubé, qui se réjouissent de pouvoir rencontrer nos partenaires et présenter la façon dont Equipt Care soutient le bien-être des membres des services policiers grâce à des services de santé mentale accessibles et flexibles. Nous sommes enthousiastes à l’idée d’étendre ces services à l’APPQ et reconnaissants de notre partenariat continu avec l’Association canadienne des policiers pour la mise en œuvre de cet important programme. #EquiptCare #MentalHealthMatters #PoliceWellness #APPQ #CPA #FirstResponderSupport

On May 1, Dalton Associates welcomed staff, partners, and Associates to our annual Quality Assurance Symposium at the Royal Botanical Gardens for a day focused on learning, connection, and professional growth. Our keynote speaker, Alyson Schafer, presented The Healing Power of Belonging and Connection, exploring how meaningful relationships and a sense of belonging play a critical role in resilience, healing, and mental wellbeing. Additional presentations throughout the day explored the future of mental health care, the importance of comprehensive sexuality education across the lifespan, and practical strategies for recognizing and responding to vicarious trauma in clinical practice. Attendees heard from Dr. Yelena Chorny, Jessica Cauchi, and Dr. Siobhan Bell, who each shared valuable insights drawn from their clinical, academic, and leadership experience. The symposium also featured presentations and updates from Dalton Associates leadership and staff, highlighting ongoing growth, innovation, and initiatives across our programs and services. Thank you to everyone who attended and contributed to making the day such a success. We look forward to welcoming everyone together again at a future Quality Assurance Symposium.

Dalton Associates is attending the 2026 @CIPSRT_ICRTSP Conference in Calgary this week as a proud Silver Sponsor. The conference brings together researchers, clinicians, leaders, and organizations from across Canada who are dedicated to supporting the mental health and well-being of current and former public safety personnel, their leaders, and their families. Carl Dalton (CEO) and Michelle Goldsworthy (Director of Operations) are attending on behalf of Dalton Associates and connecting with attendees at the Dalton Associates booth, where they’re sharing information about our services and programs supporting the public safety community, including Equipt Care. Conference attendees can also learn more about the Equipt Canada App, a free, confidential, self-directed wellness tool built by police for Canadian policing. Powered by Dalton Associates in partnership with the Canadian Police Association, the app provides officers and families with private wellness resources designed to complement live support services. We also have a poster presentation on display titled “Building a Path Forward for Families After Tragedy,” highlighting the Ontario Immediate Family Wellness Program's early journey, including implementation challenges, operational adaptations, and emerging patterns in service use. We’re grateful for the opportunity to continue working alongside partners across the country to support the mental health and well-being of those who serve our communities every day. To learn more about CPA Equipt Care, visit: equiptcare.ca/ #2026CIPSRTConference #PublicSafety #MentalHealthMatters

May 5th is the day we honour and remember the thousands of Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQIA people. The colour red was chosen for its deep cultural significance and because it is believed to be the only colour spirits can see. It calls those who are missing back home. These dresses are not just symbols of loss, but of love, resistance, remembrance, and the urgent need for justice. At Dalton, we recognize that the impacts of systemic violence, colonialism, and intergenerational trauma are deeply connected to mental health and wellbeing. Healing requires safe spaces, access to culturally informed care, and a commitment to listening to and amplifying Indigenous voices. #RedDressDay #MMIWG2S #MentalHealthMatters

May 4th-10th is mental health week here in Canada. CMHA’s Come Together Canada campaign highlights what we embody at Dalton. At our core, we believe early conversations and ongoing support can change lives. Recognizing stress, anxiety, burnout, or emotional fatigue is the first step toward care, not something to ignore or push aside. For more information and resources check out our website at daltonassociates.ca #Mentalhealthweek #Cometogethercanada #Breakingthestigma #Youarenotalone

Today, Dalton Associates hosted our Quality Assurance Symposium at the Royal Botanical Gardens, bringing together staff, partners, and Associates for a day of learning, reflection, and connection. It was a meaningful opportunity to come together, share ideas, and highlight the ongoing growth and innovation across our organization. We look forward to sharing more details and photos from the day soon - stay tuned!