All parents of Immac students, please contact me if there is anything concerning about your child. Should I not be able to answer a question, I will endeavor to get you the information you need from other sources.
Thank you, and as always, please don't hesitate to contact me.
Heather Weidner, Counsellor
Immaculata Catholic Regional High School
Email Heather Weidner
Phone: 250-762-2730
Support and crisis lines available 24/7:
BC Mental Health Support Line: 310-6789 (no area code required)
Kids Help Phone: 1-800-668-6868 or text 686868
1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433)
CMHA Kelowna: (250-861-3644)
211 BC: call or text
Find virtual mental health supports available in BC
Youth in BC (online chat available noon to 1 am)
Independent schools – New Mental Health in Schools (MHiS) Strategy
Released: The Ministry of Education has announced the release of its new Mental Health in Schools Strategy, which outlines a vision and pathway for mental health promotion in the K-12 education system. The strategy represents the Ministry‘s commitment to implementing the priority actions identified in A Pathway to Hope for the improved wellness of children, youth and young adults. The strategy and other mental health resources can be reviewed on the erase Mental Health & Well-Being web page.
Did you know:
Child & Youth Mental Health offers children, youth, and their families a walk-in service twice a week where children and youth can receive a same-day initial assessment by a trained professional in a confidential environment. No referral needed.
1340 Ellis Street
Kelowna
778-699-2272
This is a link to the governments website that provides more information on mental health for children and teens.
