Nora’s Story
Christmas is such a wonderful time of year. And the holiday has extra meaning for me. I’m one of eleven children. A big, happy family. And in such a big family, our passions and abilities are a way to stand out. In my family, I have always been the reader. An early...
Andrew’s Story
We came to Canada from Ghana when I was 9 years old. And I was just a regular Canadian kid until I hit my teens. At 16, I began staying up for days on end. My mum took me to the doctor, who said I was bi-polar and prescribed medication. When the meds made me feel like...
Taking ownership of your mental health: Andrew’s Story
Andrew was diagnosed with bipolar disorder as a teen. He found himself fighting with his family, dropping out of school, and even getting hospitalized several times. With LOFT’s support, Andrew is managing his mental health well, reconnecting with his family, and...
Dianna’s Story
Dianna shared this speech on World homelessness Day on October 8, 2019