We acknowledge and thank the W̱SÁNEĆ people on whose traditional territory we live, learn, and teach.
Michelle Shuck – Grades 9-12
250-704-4979 ext. 81143 • mshuck@saanichschools.ca
Tasha Liberatore – Grades 9-12
250-704-4979 ext. 80583 • tliberatore@saanichschools.ca
Help Lines
We all have times when we need help and support. We may need immediate help in a crisis or we may want to learn more about mental health issues. We hope you will find the help and information you may be looking for and please feel free to call and speak to a SIDES counsellor.
November 2025
Parent Resources
HEALTHY MINDS BC
HealthyMindsBC provides evidence-informed prevention and early intervention tools and resources. This site is for B.C. parents, caregivers, families, educators and other professionals to help them support the "everyday" mental health of children and youth.,
https://healthymindsbc.gov.bc.ca/
E.R.A.S.E.
(EXPECT RESPECT AND A SAFE EDUCATION
ERASE) helps students, adults, and school staff build safe, caring and inclusive school communities.
https://www2.gov.bc.ca/gov/content/erase
ROLLING WITH A.D.H.D.
Rolling with ADHD is an 8 module series that covers practical tools and strategies for caregivers of children with ADHD. This series has been adapted from the long-standing in-person program at BC Children's Hospital, and includes what research shows really works for kids and families living with ADHD.
https://healthymindslearning.ca/rollingwith-adhd-for-parents/
FAMILYSMART
FamilySmart supports parents and caregivers with their child's mental health and/or substance use challenges.
https://familysmart.ca/
JANUARY 2024
Compassion for the needs of
food insecure families
Since 2011, Living Edge has been providing groceries to local residents. They specialize in fresh foods and operate in neighbourhood markets throughout the Greater Victoria Area.
https://livingedge.ngo/
DECEMBER 2023
Curious About How to Quit Vaping
Explore a step-by-step guide on how to get started with QuitNow's new mini-site. Read More
OCTOBER 2023
World Conflicts
SIDES acknowledges that as events unfold in the Middle East, and around the world, some students and families may require some help processing complex emotions.
It is important that during this time we support each other.
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