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September is Suicide Prevention Awareness Month, a time where we can help raise awareness and gain a better understanding about mental illness. Melissa Candelaria had the honour of speaking with suicide attempt survivor Ryan Luyk and his best friend Jonathan Sherwood. For more information you can contact the Canadian Mental Health Association. 

The Telling Tales Festival is celebrating their 12th year, bringing authors and readers together to celebrate stories and the love of reading.

Nelson the Giant is a story song that helps children learn about empathy. As they won't be able to go into schools this year Creator Sandy Gemmill and Kate Pipe have begun the Thursday Thump on YouTube to help thump out bullying during lockdown.

Steven Rodriguez created a petition asking the Halton Catholic District School Board to change their mind about making masks mandatory for students from JK to Grade 3. He will present this petition at their next board meeting on September 1.

With students going back to school in September, Elijah Lourenco Owen wanted the Halton Catholic District School board to change their model in how classes are going to work in high school. He came up with a new plan that he says will put students in a better position when competing for spots in post secondary school.

Staff and patrons are excited that Halton Hills Library has reopened completely. There are many protocols in place to ensure visitors can enjoy the library and stay safe at the same time.

This weekend: $250,000 in cash prizes up for grabs when you shop or dine local during Canada United Weekend! Burlington Chamber President & CEO Carla Nell joins Jessica Kaitting on Halton News with those details.

Providing parents with timely information and easy to use tips that will make their life easier during this time at home with their children. Topics that focus on the whole child and aspects in their life that affect learning.  Guests: Tamara Leniew: Owner of Beyond the Classroom Hamilton Mountain; Binu Dhindsa: Life Coach

Providing parents with timely information and easy to use tips that will make their life easier during this time at home with their children. Topics that focus on the whole child and aspects in their life that affect learning. Guests: Ashley Leaman: Teacher & Tutor ; Sarah Brodie: Art therapist and co-founder of The Arterie

Providing parents with timely information and easy to use tips that will make their life easier during this time at home with their children. Topics that focus on the whole child and aspects in their life that affect learning. Guests: Shelagh Cummins: Business Coach & Consultant; Susan Schenk: Occupational Therapist and Author of Beyond OK: From Invisible to Invincible

Providing parents with timely information and easy to use tips that will make their life easier during this time at home with their children. Topics that focus on the whole child and aspects in their life that affect learning. Guests: Cheryl Vrkljan, Owner of Beyond the Classroom in Milton, and Flamborough; Avalon Harris: Certified Music Therapist