Elevate Your Wellbeing with Our Mental Health Virtual Spring Fling 2026
Connecting Community Through A Virtual Wellness Conference
Mental Health Spring Fling
June 12–15, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM EST EACH DAY: Virtual Zoom Group Conference
A four-day collaborative experience bringing together podcast hosts, mental health professionals, entrepreneurs, and advocates to foster education, meaningful impact, and sustainable growth within mental health.
TICKET PRICING:
REGULAR TICKET $15.00 /ALL ATTENDEES
$5.00 / STUDENTS & LOW-INCOME
Expertly Hosted Content Tailored for You & Your Stress Management
Hosted by the amazing team behind Lunchroom News Cares, our podcast content is carefully curated to address the unique challenges and opportunities facing our local community. Whether exploring strategies for stress management, nutrition tips, or highlighting local wellness initiatives, each episode is designed to engage and empower. Our continuous growth in episodes and website content ensures fresh, relevant material for our audience, making us a trusted wellness resource in Hawkesbury.
A Unique Platform Committed to Caring & Change in Our Community
What sets Lunchroom News Cares apart is our genuine commitment to community care and connection. Beyond just a podcast, our platform serves as a hub for wellness news, events, and supportive resources. Through www.lunchroomcares.ca, we extend our mission to nurture a healthier, more connected Hawkesbury by providing accessible, inspiring content that resonates with all ages. Join us in building a vibrant community where wellness is a shared journey.
Our Sponsors Background & Website
The idea for Lunchroom News Cares came about when a group of friends realized they shared a passion for discussing the latest trends and ideas in their field. They decided to start a podcast to share their insights and knowledge with the world.
Brittany's Story:
Brittany (she/her) is a Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying) licensed with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario and a member of the Ontario Association of Mental Health Professionals. She completed her undergraduate degree in psychology at Carleton University and a Masters in Counseling Psychology at Yorkville University. Brittany is now co-owner of Nurturing Hope Psychotherapy where she provides services virtually to individuals and couples working through relationship concerns, anxiety, trauma, communication and more.
What We Believe
We believe that everyone has the potential to achieve greatness, and that the key to unlocking this potential is through personal development. Our podcasts are designed to help you cultivate the skills and mindset you need to achieve your goals and live the life you want.
SOME OF OUR INSPIRATIONAL SPEAKERS
Yvette Lapensée
INCLUDED IN YOUR TICKET PRICES
Yvette Lapensée, Motivational Speaker
ENTREPRENEUR WITH OVER 100,000 FACEBOOK FOLLOWERS IN HER COMMUNITY
Yvette Lapensée is a bilingual reinvention speaker, entrepreneur, and woman of unwavering faith who inspires women over 45 to reclaim their identity and confidently start again, in life and in business.
For decades, Yvette lived in service to others. As a devoted caregiver and mother, she poured her energy into her family, often placing her own dreams last. Over time, she realized something many women silently experience, she had slowly begun disappearing in her own story.
But at 60+, Yvette made a bold decision: she refused to shrink any longer.
Stepping into entrepreneurship, public visibility, and leadership later in life, she rebuilt her confidence from the inside out. Her journey is not about perfection, it is about courage.
JAY BARNARD, ED OF EMPOWER 2 RECOVER
JAY BARNARD, ED OF EMPOWER 2 RECOVER
ED E2RF - GRC - Hype Recovery, 3xAuthor, Motivational Speaker, TV show #DDR, Chef Recovery, Daddy
Jay Barnard, widely known as Chef Recovery, is a Canadian Executive Chef, inspirational speaker, and social impact leader. With over 17 years in recovery, Jay uses his lived experience, leadership, and culinary background to inspire hope, healing, and transformation in communities across Canada and beyond.
Jay courageously shared his journey from addiction to purpose in a TEDx Talk in Fort McMurray, highlighting the power of recovery, resilience, and second chances. He is the Founder and Executive Director of the Empower2Recover Foundation, where he leads nationally recognized live events, community initiatives, and recovery-focused programming.
In 2021, Jay developed HYPE Recovery, a peer-driven recovery program grounded in lived experience, and is also the co-creator of the GRC – Global Recovery Community, a growing platform dedicated to empowering individuals.
DR SHEILA PATEL
Le Hawkesbury Social Podcast Welcomes Child Psychologist, Dr. Sheila Patel, Back As We Discuss the Controversial Talks About ADHD Medication in Children 10-18 Years Old and Adults Also Who Are Not Being Properly Tested For The ADHD to begin with, is it a faster way for parents to keep disobedient children under control and off their nerves. Adam Stacey, Owner of Lunchroom News & Entertainment
and you podcast host, ways in on the parts of medicating children I believe is wrong or fast tracked to quickly. Tune into Le Hawkesbury Social this evening I will post the audio interview on Spotify & Buzzsprout.