REACH FOR THE STARS COMMUNITY REPORT 2018/19 - Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia
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REACH FOR THE STARS COMMUNITY REPORT 2018/19
CONTENTS PROVIDING HOPE FROM OUR PRESIDENT & CEO
Hope. It’s more than just an optimistic state of mind. It’s a feeling of trust, faith and expectation. It’s what What a stellar year it has been here at the Mental Health Foundation of
1 Providing Hope we strive to provide to the people in our province who need it the most. Nova Scotia! From our Starry Night Compass Group Canada Festival of
2 Our Messages Here at the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia, we work every single day to support mental health Trees to the brilliant support of our dedicated donors and volunteers.
3 Shining Examples of Success initiatives that provide hope. We aim to fund programs and services that build confidence, self-worth, and Stars are a constant in the evening skies, providing light and beauty
community, while promoting respect. With these components, the sky’s the limit. during darkness. They often align, prompting indisputable optimism and
5 Glowing Grants
We know it takes a circle of support to heal from trauma, illness and addiction. To see the light at the hope. They also serve as symbolic rewards recognizing strong work and
7 Foundation Family & Friends success.
end of the tunnel. That’s why we will continue to focus on providing the belief that recovery is not only
9 Galaxy of Community Support possible, it’s probable. Our 2018-2019 was positively brimming with stars of all types!
10 Shedding Light on Stigma We invite you to read this Community Report and learn more about how we’re making a difference in the I hope you enjoy learning more about our Foundation, the work we do
11 Shining on a National Stage lives of Nova Scotians living with mental illness and addiction, and their loved ones. We know you’ll be and the people we so proudly serve. Our future is bright thanks to YOUR
inspired to join our efforts to give the gift of hope and change the way people think. kindness, generosity and true passion to change the way people think.
12 Let’s Keep Talking
Onwards and upwards,
13 Festival of Trees
Starr
14 A Different Stage of Mind
15 Vision Awards
16 Financial Statements
17 Our Donors
BOARD OF TRUSTEES FROM OUR CHAIR
Rod Wilson, MD Andrew Doucet Lindsay Peach Since joining the Board in 2011, I have watched the Foundation grow
Chair Director of Construction VP Integrated Health Services and flourish with a sense of pride. Not only have we matured as an
Physician Advisor rcs construction Nova Scotia Health Authority organization, we have also become a respected and recognized leader.
Nova Scotia Health & Wellness
Mike Elgie Kirby Putnam Nova Scotians can be assured we are striving to raise more funds and
Darrell Johnston Past Chair Senior Consultant support more grassroots programming each and every day. From our
Vice Chair Community Volunteer Kirby Putnam Consulting
ongoing momentum with Camp BELIEVE to the success of our Mental
Community Volunteer
Shawn Hiscott Jennifer Simister Health First Aid Community Grant – the Foundation is changing the way
Paul Shirriff General Manager Chief Financial Officer people think in communities all across our province.
Treasurer NuSteel Structures Inc. Steele Auto Group
This was a year full of many bright spots that saw us shine on a national
Manager, Cash Management
Paul Hollingsworth Bryan Rice stage, increase our overall community funding to its highest level yet and
Atlantic Region, CIBC
Reporter General Manager support innovative intergenerational learning.
Faten Alshazly CTV Atlantic Terra Nova Construction
CCO & Co-Founder It has been a true pleasure to serve as Chair of the Board of Trustees.
Kim MacDonald Starr Cunningham, Ex officio On behalf of all of us, thank you for believing in the power and the
We Us Them
Community Volunteer President & CEO
passion of the Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia.
Alisa Alyward Mental Health Foundation
David MacDougall Sincerely,
Regional Operating Officer of Nova Scotia
Counsel
RBC Royal Bank Rod
McInnes Cooper
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SHINING We are proud to be a leading light in Nova Scotia’s
mental health community. Since 2006, we have
distributed more than $4 million in funding across
EXAMPLES
Nova Scotia through our Community Grants,
Named Grants and Nova Scotia Health Authority
Grants. Your donations are providing vital services
OF SUCCESS
to those living with mental illness and addiction, A Bond Beyond Words Lifesaving Resources Getting Literate Woodworking and Wellness
and their loved ones.
This Mental Health Community Coffee House Series Annapolis Valley Families Caring for Loved Ones with Teens, parents and educators across Nova Scotia were The LakeCity Therapeutic Woodworking program
You can light up even more lives by becoming hosted by CMHA Halifax-Dartmouth provides a socially an Eating Disorder delivered nearly 1000 information provided with print and online resources on cannabis supports 50 individuals living with mental illness. The
a donor at mentalhealthns.ca/donate. inclusive and supportive environment. Weekly get- folders to educators and medical professionals. use to enhance mental health literacy. The informative, program has a positive impact on their lives, increases
togethers help to ease loneliness while encouraging a Program organizers say “With this kind of information but relatable video by teenmentalhealth.org has more their overall feelings of wellness, and many hope to pursue
love of music. in the right hands, many lives can be saved.” than 1.5K views. recreational woodworking in the future.
Brightening Lives with Social Celebrations Growing the Connection: Nurturing Youth Creating Harmony between Seniors & Youth
Special events provide meaningful opportunities Healthy Food and Mental Health LOVE Nova Scotia has empowered youth from HRM, Then and Now, a music video project by the Chester
that help normalize the lives of Emerald Hall Clients from the Nova Scotia Hospital, East Coast Sipekne’katik and Membertou through one-on-one Municipal Heritage Society has vastly improved the
inpatients who live with both intellectual disabilities Forensic Hospital and Borderline Personality Clinic support, healing circles and leadership training. More quality of life for seniors at Shoreham Village long-term
and mental illness. reaped the therapeutic and nutritional benefits than 100 young people were provided with trauma care facility who are living with dementia. They teamed
“Planning and preparing for special events enables of Common Roots - Woodside. In 2018-19 alone, and crisis recovery, conflict resolution skills, plus up with elementary students and local musicians to
patients to practice life skills, make crafts, decorate, the amount of fresh produce consumed by mental employment and housing counselling. create an original song comparing the world today
host their families, and enjoy meals together. Our health clients increased by 75%! “I have a pool of supportive staff members that I can with life when the residents were the age of the young
people involved.
annual summer barbecue is always a success!” count on. Having that security is the most wonderful
- Melissa Muise, CTRS Recreation Therapist Emerald Hall feeling of existence.” - LOVE Halifax participant, age 18
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STRATEGIC
GLOWING
MENTAL HEALTH FIRST AID GRANTS
CAMP BELIEVE
DIRECTION
The Foundation aims to increase financial
COMMUNITY GRANTS
GRANTS
support to community initiatives throughout
• Ray of Hope Retreat Nova Scotia while providing hope and eradicating
• SOAR Society stigma surrounding mental illness and addiction.
• Kids Help Phone
• Big Brothers Big Sisters
Our Mental Health First Aid
• LOVE Halifax
• LOVE Mi’kmaq
and Community Grants provide GUIDING
bright spots in all communities.
• Chester Municipal Heritage Society PRINCIPLES
• LakeCity Works
• Roots of Empathy OUR MISSION
• Annapolis Valley Families Caring For To make a difference in the lives of Nova
Loved Ones With Eating Disorders Scotians by supporting mental health and
• The John Howard Society of Nova Scotia addiction initiatives.
• SchoolsPlus, Cape Breton Regional School Board
• Common Roots - Woodside OUR VISION
• Canadian Intervention and Assistance Dog Society Nova Scotians with mental illness and
addiction are thriving in our communities.
• Adsum Association for Women & Children
• Shelburne County Youth Health & Support Association
OUR VALUES
• CMHA Halifax Dartmouth
We Care.
• Sun Life Chair in Adolescent Mental Health
We genuinely care about Nova Scotians living
• Alice House with mental illness and addiction. We also care
• No Time for That about the wellbeing of their circle of support.
• MacPhee Centre for Creative Learning We Enable.
• Juniper House We exist to raise money and fund initiatives in
• Regional Occupational Centre Society our communities.
We are Accountable.
We are stewards of the money we raise and
are responsible to our donors and volunteers
to ensure transparency, integrity, efficiency
and public trust. We are consistent, yet nimble.
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Fashionable Fundraising
Twenty ‘Hali-famous’ models took to the runway
FOUNDATION FRIENDS & FAMILY sporting designer fashions from some of Nova
Scotia’s leading consignment boutiques in
support of Northwood’s Seeds of Success.
Caring for Campers Three Generations of Giving Showing our Pride
100 Men Who Give a Damn! Annapolis Valley gave Three generations of the Cyr family are connected We hit the streets for the Halifax Pride Parade with
back in a BIG way to ensure another unforgettable to our cause. Maureen is a longtime friend of the our friends at McInnes Cooper and maplewave to
summer for young people at Camp BELIEVE. Foundation and a regular volunteer. Her son Jon show our support for the LGBTQ2S+ community.
performed at A Different Stage of Mind 2019. And in
place of birthday gifts, his son Jaden asked friends,
family and teammates to make a donation.
OUR TEAM
“Always remember, you have
within you the strength, the
patience, and the passion to
reach for the stars to change
the world.” - Harriet Tubman
MANY HANDS MAKE LIGHT WORK
Kate Udle, Deborah Eaton, We are incredibly grateful for our team of dedicated volunteers who make our Foundation and all of our events dazzle. Thank you to each
Starr Cunningham, Sara Smysniuk, and every one of you for your passion and support, including our stellar photographers Stoo Metz, Ian Selig, and Michelle Doucette.
Sherri Topple, Jill Chappell
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OUR GALAXY OF School Spirit
Hants East Rural High School students kicked
COMMUNITY SUPPORT up their shoes raising more than $2,500 at
their Dance for Mental Health. GO TIGERS! SHEDDING LIGHT ON STIGMA
“Your talk stimulated a lot of talk in our office and
really helped create an awareness for different
mental illnesses. It is presentations like yours that
help remove the stigma and help other people
suffering find help”.
Sovereign General Insurance
Flying High Great Race Scoring Big
Studio inesS soared with its cirque-inspired The Shubie Classic 5K emphasized the importance of A team effort for the 2nd annual Release the Cannon
fundraiser Spinning with the Stars, raising more physical and mental health by making the Foundation Futsal Tournament ensured a massive turnout for the
than $3,000. its charity of choice. soccer fundraiser.
“Mental Illness affects us all. As a society, it is our
responsibility to keep talking, raise awareness, and
end the stigma around mental illness. We do this
to create a safe and supportive community where
people living with mental illness and addictions can
thrive… We thank the Mental Health Foundation of
Nova Scotia for all the work it does in our region”.
RPM Productions
Just Giv’er Four Years & Going Strong Batting A Thousand+
Runners like Amanda Kirby-Sheppard collectively Cynthia McGrath led an energetic class raising The Pellerine Tournament of Hearts hit a home
raised $4,000 at the Bluenose Charity Challenge. more than $2,000 at her annual Zumbathon. run with its inaugural event raising nearly $2,000.
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THE FOUNDATION LET’S KEEP
SHINES ON THE TALKING
NATIONAL STAGE WITH STEVEN PAGE
Our Starr was the Emcee of the National Difference A packed house for an inspiring evening of
Makers Gala for CAMH in Toronto. 150 Difference songs and stories with Canadian music icon
Makers from across the country were recognized Steven Page. Let’s Keep Talking presented
for their contributions, including Starr herself! by Bell Let’s Talk recognizes Nova Scotians
who are shining examples of what it means to
live well with mental illness and addiction, or
The Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia provide care for those who do.
was listed as one of Canada’s Top 100 brands
in Strategy as part of the Canadian marketing
publication’s Creative Report Card. The Foundation
landed at 92 alongside Kraft Heinz and Loblaw! 2018 LET’S KEEP TALKING
AWARD RECIPIENTS
Bev Fletcher
Outstanding Caregiver
Dr. Linda Courey
SOCIAL MEDIA SPOTLIGHT Outstanding Healthcare Provider
Juanna Ricketts
Outstanding Individual Award
The Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia
views social media as a fantastic way to engage Clark Paul
with a diverse audience worldwide. This year we Outstanding Senior Award
strengthened our brand by streamlining our handle Christene Southwell
across all platforms to @mentalhealthns. Outstanding Youth Award
PRESENTED BY
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A DIFFERENT The 16th annual BMO Bank of Montreal’s A Different
FESTIVAL STAGE OF MIND
Stage of Mind put variety in the spotlight.
Gold stars go to Catherine Campbell, Cyril Lunney,
OF TREES PRESENTED BY
Diane Campbell, Maggie MacGillivray, Jon Cyr, Sarah
Ellen Morrison, the Lunch Bunch, Mayor Mike Savage
The 27th Annual Compass Group Canada’s and auctioneer Adam Conter!
Festival of Trees was our most successful to
date. The Shannex Holiday Luncheon and RBC
Black Tie Gala sparkled in the brandnew Halifax
Convention Centre.
PRESENTED BY
WHEN YOU WISH UPON A STAR
This tree designed by the late Audrey Parker broke
all Forest of Trees records by raising more than
$61,000 while boosting awareness of the MAiD
(Medical Assistance in Dying) law. Audrey’s wish was
to see her tree donated to Hospice Halifax. Thanks to
the generosity of the J&W Murphy Foundation and
several other Festival attendees, her wish came true.
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VISION AWARDS FINANCIAL STATEMENTS
STATEMENTS OF OPERATIONS AND CHANGES IN NET ASSETS STATEMENT OF FINANCIAL POSITION
OUTSTANDING VOLUNTEERS PARTNERS IN OUR VISION OUTSTANDING ACHIEVEMENT Year ended March 31 Year ended March 31
2019 2018 2019 2018
REVENUE ASSETS
Special events $ 866,167 $ 1,144,325 Current
Donations 469,093 299,850 Cash and cash equivalents $ 480,164 $ 545,434
Services 33,259 94,630 Cash held for custodial funds payable 16,452 14,336
Investment income 7,149 10,616 Receivables 193,597 345,274
Miscellaneous 3,326 3,448 Short term investments 923,568 782,131
1,378,994 1,552,869 Prepaids 19,347 20,192
EXPENSES 1,633,128 1,707,367
Special events 329,878 330,016
General and administrative 574,935 503,497 Long term investments - 133,491
904,813 833,513 Capital assets 12,717 17,869
BRIAN HIMMELMAN MACDONALD CHISHOLM TRASK ARRIVALS + DEPARTURES
A dedicated Finance & Audit Committee volunteer How do you ensure brilliant fundraising success? From a simple idea to an internationally-acclaimed, Net revenues available for community funding 474,181 719,356 $1,645,845 $ 1,858,727
and DSOM alumni who speaks up to eradicate stigma. MCT Insurance knows. It rallied employees from all award-winning PTSD awareness campaign. Thanks
A passion he shares with his son Bret. across the province to change the way people think. to the team at A+D. Community funding 664,390 440,365
LIABILITIES
(Deficiency) excess of revenue over expenses $ (190,209) $ 278,991 Current
Custodial funds payable $ 16,452 $ 14,336
Payables and accruals 77,033 130,662
Net assets, beginning of year $ 1,177,321 $ 898,330 Unearned revenue 31,796 59,000
Deferred contributions 533,452 477,408
(Deficiency) excess of revenue over expenses (190,209) 278,991 658,733 681,406
Net assets, end of year $ 987,112 $ 1,177,321 NET ASSETS 987,112 1,177,321
$1,645,845 $ 1,858,727
STOO METZ PALOOKA’S CHARITABLE FOUNDATION
It wouldn’t be a Foundation event without Stoo’s Camp BELIEVE is a knock-out success
keen eye, positive attitude and flash! Gold stars thanks to the ongoing support of Palooka’s
for capturing the photos that tell our story. Charitable Foundation! The audited financial statements of the Mental Health Foundation of
Nova Scotia for the year ended March 31, 2019, as audited by Grant
Thornton, LLP are available upon request. Copies of the complete
statements may be obtained from the Mental Health Foundation of
Nova Scotia, 300 Pleasant Street, Suite 1120, Dartmouth, Nova Scotia,
B2Y 3S3 or by calling (902) 464-6000.
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Ocean Contractors Ltd. Charlene Keats Killam Apartment REIT
THANK YOU TO OUR DONORS! Omnitech Inc.
Parkland Investments
Anna LeBlanc
Carol Loncarevic
Lindsay Construction Ltd.
MacLeod Lorway Insurance
Premiere Suites Atlantic Jamie Loughery Medavie Blue Cross
Our pie-in-the-sky visions wouldn’t be possible without the support and leadership of our partners, supporters, donors and rcs construction Marian Macken-Issekutz Mental Health Commission of Canada
volunteers. The Mental Health Foundation of Nova Scotia extends its gratitude to all donors, including those who choose to Reyno Fisheries Ltd. Roseanne MacKinnon North Nova Education Centre
remain anonymous. Every gift contributes to the success of mental health programming across the province and gives hope Salon Resource Group Dawn MacLachlan Over The Edge
to Nova Scotians living with mental illness and addiction, and their loved ones. Shaw Group Ltd. Archie MacPherson Patterson Law
Sobeys Inc. Don MacVicar Podium Properties
Sovereign General Insurance Janet Melvin Race Auto Group
VISIONARY CHAMPION LEADER Michael Sim Stewart McKelvey Joe Nahas Remax Nova
Colin MacDonald Scott Balfour Emmanuel Aquino Karen Spaulding Summer Wind Holdings Ltd. Kathleen O'Regan Rogers Communications Canada Inc.
Bernie & Tim Moore Anne Campbell Steve Ashton Judy Steele Symcor Inc. Sherry Porter & Doug Hall Royer Thompson Associates
100 Men Who Give a Damn! - Annapolis Cathy & Wadih Fares Cory Bell Colin Stevenson Tim Hortons Cara Quigley Russell Investments Canada Ltd.
Valley Elizabeth & Fred Fountain Sharon & Russ Brannon Bruce Towler Ulnooweg Development Corporation Mike Roberts Stantec
Air Canada Foundation Mat Harris Marc Champoux Amanda Whitewood Universal Realty Group James Sellers Steak & Stein Family Restaurant
Armour Group Kim Huskilson Rose & Danny Chedrawe Rod Wilson Wadih M. Fares Family Foundation Mark Sidebottom Terra Nova Construction
Arrivals + Departures Lisa Murphy & Geno Sajko Heather & Kim Conrad Deborah & Howard Windsor Patrick Sims The WAY Association
Bell Canada Crystal & Sean Murray Karen & Howard Conter Chris Wolfe BUILDER Chris Smith Tria Construction
BMO Bank of Montreal Gretchen Shaw Marie Crowell Nina Woulff B. Anthony Armson George Soare United Gulf Developments Ltd.
CIBC Accelerator Inc. Starr Cunningham & Nick Peters Robert Zed Mike Barrett Paul Sobey Wagners Law
Compass Group Canada Anchor Group Atlantic Ltd. Randy Currie ABM Heather Bell Jim Spatz
CTV Atlantic Atlantic Business Magazine Stephanie Davis Advocate Printing & Publishing Co. Ltd. Greg Blunden Susan Spence MONTHLY
Davis Polk & Wardwell LLP Atlantic Digital Reproductions Graeme Edward Armco Capital Inc. Louise Bradley Lynda Suissa Emmanuel Aquino
Emera Bishop's Cellar Jim Eisenhauer CBRE Christy Breed Dennis Zwicker Shauna Archibald
FMAV Blinkhorn Real Estate Ltd. Brenda Firth Charm Diamond Centres Howard Budovitch Anderson Sinclair Ian Atkins
J & W Murphy Foundation Bucklaw Investments Ltd. Sheree Fitch Dalhousie University Nancy C. Cahill Atlantic Developments Inc. Jeff Brett
McInnes Cooper Clearwater Seafoods Limited Partnership Lisa Gallivan & Dan Stuart Dugger's Mens Wear Ltd. Catherine Campbell Atlantic Road Construction & Paving Ltd. Doug Buffett
MICCO Companies Cox & Palmer Richard Gibson Economical Mutual Insurance Company Chris Chisholm Barrington Consulting Group Krista Canning
Newcap Broadcasting Dalhousie Department of Psychiatry Tony Hall Events East Group Terry Chisholm Bell Enterprises Ltd. Joyce Carter
Oceanstone Seaside Resort Deloitte Victoria & Lee Harwood George F. Wade Foundation Laurie & Alan Cruess Biome Grow Nancy Chase-Hill
Palooka's Charitable Foundation EY Hans Himmelman Golden Realty Group Alison & David Davidson Bluedrop Performance Learning Shannon Cunningham
Pattison Outdoor Glow The Event Store Krista & Rob Hunt Grant Thornton Adam Del Deo Brigadoon Village Starr Cunningham
Premiere Van Lines HIAA Theresa Hurst Grant Thornton Debt Solutions Leanne Dixon Cabot Shipping Supplies Tim Daley
RBC John & Elizabeth Godin Charitable Trust Mike Kennedy Guildfords Group of Companies Paul Dykeman Campbell Comeau Engineering Ltd. Jacob Dambergs
RBC Foundation KPMG LLP Paul Laberge IMP Group International Inc. Scott Edmonds Canadian Progress Club - Halifax Alison Davidson
RPM Productions Mill-Right Inc. David Landrigan IWK Mental Health & Addictions Program Peter Fardy Cresco Developments Ltd. Kathleen Dedrick
Scotiabank Nova Scotia Power Ian MacInnis KBRS & Meridia Recruitment Solutions Joe Fillmore Crowther & Brayley Ltd. Deborah Eaton
Shannex Inc. O'Regan's Automotive Group Sally & Bruce Marchand Kohltech Windows & Entrance Systems Bruce Fisher CUA Bill Hay
Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP Premiere Mortgages Rob Merchant LaHave Seafoods Ltd. Sonya Fraser Dalhousie Medical Research Foundation Kenneth Kilby
St. John Ambulance Council for NS & PEI Rank Inc. Jim Mills Lawen Group Jack Graham Department of Ophthalmology & Marian Macken-Issekutz
Steele Auto Group The Berkeley William Moffatt Limelight Jason Grelowski Visual Sciences Paul Midgley
STI Technologies Ltd. Theriault Financial Inc. Dan Muldoon Lundbeck Canada Inc. Paul Griffith Dexter Construction Company Ltd. Jennifer Simister
The Windsor Foundation Valley Regional Hospital Foundation Amy & Tim Murphy M&M Sheet Metal Ltd. Alex Halef Dezinecorp Inc. Patrick Sims
Westwood Developments Ltd. Charlotte Murray Marchand Homes Barbara Hall EllisDon Sara Smysniuk
Zed Events Stella & Billy Nikolaou Mercer (Canada) Ltd. Robert Hanf Encana Corporation Calley Stapleton
Bea & Kevin Pelley Morneau Shepell Inc. David Hoffman Equity Mortgage Corporation Ltd. Jack Whittle
Jill & Stephen Plummer Municipal Enterprises Ltd. Harold Holloway EXP Services Inc. Deborah & Howard Windsor
Debbie Price Northwood Support Services Inc. Karen Hutt Gateway Insurance Group Ltd. Erica Baker Psychological Services Ltd.
Jonathan Schrader Nova Scotia Gaming Corporation B. Lynn Johnston Hugessen Consulting Inc.
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Belinda & Joseph Seagram Nova Scotia Public Service Commission Nancy & Darrell Johnston Kiel Developments Ltd. 18300 Pleasant Street, Suite 1120
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