January, after the holidays, often feels long for many in Ottawa. Short days, icy sidewalks, and a post-holiday crash can leave many of us feeling tired, discouraged, or alone. It is also a month when mental health needs can feel heavier. In the midst of this season, our Spiritual Theme, ‘We Are Called to Build Bridges,’ invites us to focus on solidarity, standing with one another so that no one has to carry their load alone.

Through a mental health lens, solidarity is about connection, belonging, and fairness in our school communities. It asks us to notice whose voices are missing, whose stories are quiet, and how we can respond in ways that protect and strengthen well-being. Read more here .

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