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Living Well Podcasts: Empowering Youth to Lead Healthier Lives"Substance Use: Unmasking the Shadows" with Rebecca Jessemen & Mark GauthierWelcome to the Live Well podcast series empowering youth to live healthier lives. I'm your host, Max MacDonald, and in today's episode we dive into a topic that needs attention and compassion: substance use among youth, with our guests, Rebecca Jesseman and Mark Gauthier. Rebecca Jesseman is the Executive Director, Mental Health and Addictions, with Health PEI. She came to the Island in spring 2022 after 16 years with the Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction in Ottawa. Rebecca’s current priorities include the development of the new Mental Health and Addictions
campus and supporting access to evidence-based care for su...
2024-05-2232 min
Living Well Podcasts: Empowering Youth to Lead Healthier Lives"Online Safety: Exploring the Digital Frontier “with Constable Tim KeizerWelcome to the Living Well podcast empowering youth to live healthier lives. I'm Max MacDonald. As we immerse
ourselves in the vast online landscape, it's essential to uncover the potential risks and protective measures to ensure a safe digital environment. Today’s guest is Constable Tim Keizer Constable Keizer has been with the Charlottetown Police Service for 28 years. He has spent 15 years on the PEI Police Association Board promoting the engagement of youth in the community, 6 years
as the school resource officer within the Charlottetown area of schools and 3 years as the primary “Bridge” representative working in collaborative effort to
hel...
2024-05-2231 min
Living Well Podcasts: Empowering Youth to Lead Healthier Lives"Social Media Deception - Behind the Highlight Reel" with Dr. Michelle PontiWelcome to the Living Well podcast empowering youth to live healthier lives. I'm Max MacDonald, and on today’s
episode we peel back the layers of social media deception and explore its profound impact on the well-being of today’s youth, with our guest Dr. Michelle Ponti. Dr. Ponti is a Paediatrician in London, Ontario. She works at the Child and Parent Resource Institute (CPRI) a children's mental/developmental health facility. Her practice focuses on children with complex behavioral,
developmental, and learning issues. This includes pediatric consultation about child development, dual diagnosis, and neurodevelopmental disorders. She works
within an inte...
2024-05-2242 min
Living Well Podcasts: Empowering Youth to Lead Healthier Lives"Youth Employment: Navigating the Path to Professional Success" with Dean Getson"Youth Employment: Navigating the Path to Professional Success" with Dean Getson
Welcome to another episode of our Living Well Podcast series that empowers youth to lead healthier lives. I'm Max MacDonald, and today we dive into the dynamic world of youth employment with our special guest, Dean Getson. Dean is a Certified Career Development Practitioner with 25 years of experience in helping others reach their academic and employment goals. He worked for six years as part of a nationally recognized youth outreach program and has a passion for seeing others achieve success. In his current role as Program...
2024-05-2230 min
Living Well Podcasts: Empowering Youth to Lead Healthier Lives“Unveiling the Unknowns of Smoking and Vaping” with Guest Wade NorquayWelcome to the Live Well podcast series that empowers youth to live healthier lives. I'm Max MacDonald, and today we are unraveling the mysteries of smoking and vaping with guest Wade Norquay. Wade is a graduate of St Mary’s University and the QE2 Health Sciences Centre
School of Respiratory Therapy. He has 25 years in acute and primary care and is a certified tobacco educator. In this episode, we will explore the lesser-known
aspects of smoking and vaping. Despite extensive research on smoking, there's still much to discover. Let's debunk myths surrounding vaping as a healthy
alternative and delve in...
2024-05-2237 min
Living Well Podcasts: Empowering Youth to Lead Healthier Lives"Move, Thrive, Live: The Importance of Staying Active" with Travis SaundersWelcome to another episode of our Living Well podcast series empowering youth to live healthier lives. I'm Max
MacDonald, and in today’s episode we're diving into the vital topic of staying active for a healthier life with our special guest, Travis Saunders. Travis is an Associate Professor in the Department of Applied Human Sciences at the University of Prince Edward Island. His research studies the health impact of physical activity and sedentary behaviour across the lifespan. In this episode,
we'll explore the numerous benefits how physical activity can positively impact mental health and learn ways to promote a cu...
2024-05-2224 min
Living Well Podcasts: Empowering Youth to Lead Healthier Lives“We are what We Eat – Nourishing Your Body & Mind” with James RichardsonWelcome to the Living Well podcast series empowering youth to live healthier lives. I'm Max MacDonald, and today we dive into making informed choices about your diet with our guest, James Richardson from JM Nutrition. James is a University of Prince Edward Island graduate and a registered dietitian who focuses his practice on various areas including fitness and sports nutrition, chronic disease management, development of
healthy eating habits and more. Our taste preferences develop over time, but it's never too late to switch to a healthier lifestyle. Let’s explore the connection between diet and how it impacts our ov...
2024-05-2223 min
Living Well Podcasts: Empowering Youth to Lead Healthier Lives“Finding Support When You Are Lost" with Taylor WalshWelcome to the Live Well podcast series empowering youth to live healthier lives. I'm your host, Max MacDonald, and in today's episode we explore navigating through periods of isolation and uncertainty with our guest, Taylor Walsh. Taylor is the Counselling Therapist
and owner of Kindred Counselling in Charlottetown, PEI. In her practice, Taylor supports youth and adults in managing symptoms of anxiety and depression,
building self-esteem, and navigating challenging relationship and life situations. Feeling alone is a common experience, but there is a lifeline of support available. Let’s explore the crucial role of professional assistance
during challenging times an...
2024-05-2229 min
Living Well Podcasts: Empowering Youth to Lead Healthier LivesLiving Well Podcasts: Empowering Youth to Lead Healthier LivesIntroducing the "Living Well Podcasts: Empowering Youth to Lead Healthier Lives," presented by the City of Charlottetown Youth Engagement Committee and made possible by funding from the Live Well PEI Wellness Grant Program.
Hello everyone, and welcome to our podcast series where we explore ways to support and empower youth in leading healthier lives. I'm Max MacDonald, and I'll be your host for this journey into topics that matter to today's youth. In each episode, we'll dive into discussions about physical health, mental well-being, professional development, and more. Our goal is to provide valuable insights, tips, and inspiration to...
2024-04-3001 min