Usually, during the spring season, we would be inviting hundreds of people to The Royal to talk about mental health and share resources to support our youth. Last year, in response to the pandemic, we created a virtual Is It Just Me? program. With over 4,000 views and hundreds of participants, this success inspired us to host a second event, this year, during Mental Health Week!

We invite everyone, parents, youth, teachers, coaches, and families, to join us on Thursday, May 6, from 7-8 p.m. EST for our second, virtual Is It Just Me? program!

Our host, Ian Mendes, will be joined by mental health professionals from The Royal and special guests including:

• Stephanie Richardson, DIFD founder

• Paul Lapolice, Ottawa REDBLACKS head coach

• Michael Kostka, former NHL defenceman

The program will include:

• expert advice on how to manage your stress and anxiety;

• tips on how to support one another, our kids, students and athletes, and;

• a live Q&A.