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Fundraiser for youth mental health calling for community support

May 4, 2023   ·   0 Comments

By Brian Lockhart

The Canadian Mental Health Association, York Region South Simcoe, is hosting its annual Mental Health in Motion fundraiser on Sunday, June 11, to raise urgently needed funds for its Mobile youth Walk-in Clinic.

Called MOBYSS, the clinic offers youth ages 12 to 25 a free, confidential and welcoming space to talk to a medical or mental health professional.

“Youth in our community need our help,” said Rebecca Shields, CEO of CMHA York Region South Simcoe. “Approximately one in five children and youth in Ontario are experiencing a mental health challenge. It could be your teen, a neighbour or a friend. Top stop them from suffering alone, we need to work together to bolster our community mental health services. The funds raised through Mental Health in Motion are critical to keeping MOBYSS on the road and helping our youth get the local support they so desperately need.”

Each MOBYSS visit costs $250. Every $250 raised has the potential to ensure someone you know has access to support, which could make a difference in saving their life.

More than 400 York Region and South Simcoe residents are expected to participate in the fundraiser, which is taking place at the Ray Twinney Recreation Complex in Newmarket.

Routes are available for all skill levels and ages, including a 60 km or 25 km ride, a 10 km run, and a 5 km run or walk. Virtual participants can run, walk, or cycle their chosen distance anytime, anywhere, up until June 11.

The Mental Health in Motion event will kick off at 8:20 a.m., and lunch will be served at 11:30 a.m.

You can register or donate by visiting the fundraiser’s website: cmhainmotion.ca.

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