VOLUME 34

EDITORS Chris Summerville, Katrina Tinman,

Kim Heidinger

Design & Layout

Sangeetha Nair

Inside This Issue CMHA and MSS’ Innovative Mental

Health Education Program ……....... 2

Welcome to Our New Staff, Tracy

Kosowan! ……………………………..3

Cannabis Use: What Experts Are

Saying …………………………..…...4

Save the Date …….………………….4

Thank You To Our 2017 Walk

Supporters ……………………….…...5

Letters to MSS …………………...….5

Our Services ………………………….6

Donation Form………BACK COVER

MENTAL resilience is defined as the ability to cope with life stressors, bounce back from adver-sity and stay calm and focused during emotional difficulties. The POWER model is a short acronym of some practices to help you get going. P = Praise or Positivity: Train our brains for positivity by looking for “the good”. Easier said than done. We are hardwired for two things - decreasing threats and danger and increasing pleasure and reward. We have more danger re-ceptors than reward receptors therefore we tend to look at the negative vs. positive. To strengthen our positivity requires exercising the brain muscle to look for the positive. One way to change our neuroplasticity is to practice gratitude. Practice: Take note of 3 things that you have to be grateful for everyday. Say this to yourself eve-ry night before going to bed. Looking for the posi-tive things in your life will help you to develop resilience. O = Others: Do things for other people. The intent to be a positive force in others’ lives will help us to be happier. When we are stressed, we tend to be inwardly focused. To help get us out of that trap, spend time doing things for others. Practice: Volunteering is a wonderful way to give back. Pay it forward. Buy a stranger a coffee, say hello to people on the elevator, make eye contact with people as you walk by. Be connected to others. As well, spend time with your “people.” I love a line in Grey’s Anatomy where Meredith

Grey says to Christina Chang- you are my per-son. Who is your “person”? W = Writing: Journaling can aid you in the process of self discovery by writing to yourself. When you write down what you are thinking and feeling, it can help you identify situations in which your emotions take control and how often you have negative thoughts. When we are stressed, we also become trapped by our thoughts and ruminate in negativity. Writ-ing can help you dump the junk in your head. E = Exercise: Need I say more? Get off your butt and get moving. Exercising releases endorphins, which are naturally produced “feel good hor-mones.” If you’re like me and detest the idea of going to the gym, find other ways to get moving. Shopping and walking is a great form of exercise. Just yesterday I hit my 10,000 steps by shopping! You may want to leave your wallet at home be-cause that may contribute to an entirely different problem. Practice: Any form of exercise- working out, walk-ing, yoga for a set time each day. If you have a dog, then you have a built in exercise buddy. I like to start with short goals so that I can create self efficacy (building my confidence). Also every 90 minutes of sitting, do 90 seconds of moving. Small habits will help to create bigger habits. R= Relaxing: Our brains, like our phone bat-tery, needs to be powered off to recharge so that we can optimally function. Many of us spend 10+

5 Strategies to Increase Your Mental

Resilience

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CMHA Central Region Partners with MSS for

Innovative Mental Health Education Program

THE Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) – Central Region is proud to an-nounce a partnership with the Manitoba Schizophrenia Society (MSS) to establish a recovery education centre in Portage la Prai-rie - the first in western Canada and only the third of its kind in the country.

A recovery education centre, also known as a recovery college, provides an opportunity for anybody in the community to learn more about mental health, mental illness, and to learn new skills for living well. Considered emerging best-practice in the United King-dom, a recovery education centre is mod-eled after a traditional college environment with a large set of courses for students to choose from in the areas of mental health literacy, illness self-management, health and wellbeing, and interpersonal skills among others. The goal of the centre is to assist students with identifying their own learning needs, develop individualized learning plans, and help students use new knowledge to take positive steps in their own recovery journey.

CMHA Central Region Executive Director, Jordan Friesen comments on why a recov-ery education centre is needed in Portage la

Prairie: “The concept of recovery – living a meaningful life beyond any mental health problem or illness – applies to everybody. We all have mental health and we all need to learn how to take care of it. A recovery education centre shifts us away from the mindset that therapy or medication is the only option for this – in fact it turns the tradi-tional paradigm of mental health treatment on its head. Programs like this are an essen-tial part of a full spectrum of mental health services that should be available in the re-gion. It is accessible, person-driven, and focused on individual strengths rather than deficits.”

A core principle of a recovery education centre is that all courses are co-produced, meaning they are designed and delivered by someone with professional experience and personal experience of recovery from a mental illness. MSS Executive Director Chris Summerville comments on the power of lived experience: “Recovery colleges allow people with lived experience to share how they gained hope, recovery, and mental health. It also allows those with the skills to teach and mentor others who are just start-ing their recovery from mental illness and mental health problems.”

More details about the project will be an-nounced over the coming months. A full course prospectus is set to be released by the end of summer with enrollment begin-ning shortly thereafter. Anybody can become a student at the centre, including people recovering from a mental health issue, family or caregivers, health care professionals, or community members who are interested in learning more about any of the topics includ-ed. All courses will be offered free of charge.

Friesen says that the key to making this project succeed is partnership. In addition to financial and advisory support from MSS, the project has also received funding from the Thomas Sill Foundation. In kind support will be provided by the Portage Learning and Literacy Centre and the Tupper Street Fami-ly Resource Centre. The site also serves as an advanced fieldwork placement for stu-dents completing their Master of Occupa-tional Therapy degree from the University of Manitoba and has already hosted a student from the Brandon University Psychiatric Nursing program. CMHA Central remains open to partnering with other organizations and professionals to either develop or deliv-er courses for the centre.

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hours a day being connected to our phones or computers. Give your

brain a break. Spending time in a hobby can engage us in something

called “flow.” Flow is when you are so engaged in an activity that you

lose sense of time and space. Time literally flies by.

We are easily distracted by the ping of our texts, emails coming in

and all the latest on social media that our attention has decreased

from previous years. Some studies claim that our attention spans

have decreased from 12 seconds to a mere 8 seconds now and ap-

parently that’s shorter than a goldfish. The research is questionable

on that one. However, our attention spans are on the decline.

Practice: Practicing mindfulness and meditation will help restore at-

tention, clarity and calm in your life. If you suffer from chronic monkey

mind, consider using a mindfulness app to help you meditate. The

goal is not to be mindless, but to be aware of your thoughts and let

them go. Which requires PRACTICE! I am on day 387 which to me is

a huge achievement. I use Calm.com. There is also HEADSPACE,

Insight Timer to name a few that can support you in your mindfulness

practice. And by the way, none of this requires a pillow or lotus posi-

tion- just saying.

Source: Starlingbrook Leadership Consultants

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In your role as a peer support worker,

what are you most excited about?

I’m really excited because I love to help

people. I am grateful to have the oppor-

tunity to support others along their recov-

ery journey. It is extremely rewarding to

me as it adds meaning and purpose to my

life. In addition to the peer support role, I

also like advocacy work and public speak-

ing. I’m very happy to be working with

such a dedicated group of people.

What helped you in your recovery jour-

ney as a person living with schizophre-

nia?

For me, the EPPIS (Early Psychosis Pre-

vention and Intervention Service) Program

had immeasurable value. It was there that

I began to get educated about my illness

and what had been going on in my life.

Getting a diagnosis and starting on medi-

cation were also important, but I feel the

development of insight is key in creating a

buffer to relapsing again.

I also had tremendous support from my

family. Being in the hospital was the hard-

est time of my life and my parents came to

visit me every single day. I also moved

back in with my parents after being in the

hospital, which has really minimized my

stress. I was able to pace myself when

taking recovery steps, like volunteering or

working, rather than rushing back to full

time work when I wasn’t really ready.

The EPPIS Program in Winnipeg can last

for up to 2 years. However, similar pro-

grams in Australia can last up to 5 years

comparatively. I can now understand why

they have a longer program time because

it has been 5 years since I last worked. It

has taken me that long to be feeling well

enough and to build up my confidence

again.

What didn’t help you or hindered your

recovery?

The process of getting a diagnosis was

really hard. My family doctor missed my

psychosis, and a psychiatrist also missed

it. She asked me, “Are you hallucinating?”

And I said “I don’t know what that means,”

because I thought what I was experiencing

was all real. I left her office that day with

no diagnosis. When I was seeing a psychi-

atrist in the EPPIS program, he had a list

of psychosis-specific questions: Are you

experiencing anything unusual? Are you

seeing or hearing things that other people

can’t see? The list of questions was long

and he asked the same ones every time (I

suppose it is easier when you know what

you’re watching for). Every doctor/

psychiatrist should have that same list of

questions as a diagnostic tool.

The impact of mental illness is more

than just the illness itself. How has

your lived experience with schizophre-

nia impacted your life as a person?

I went through a very chaotic time before I

wound up in the hospital. I started having

a lot of conflicts; I started to push away my

family and friends. My mom, even though

we were still speaking, I would argue with

her and swear at her (which is not like

me). I lost 5 different jobs as a result of my

mental illness. I also moved 4 times in one

year because I didn’t trust my roommates.

My whole life was crumbling around me

and I didn’t even know that it had anything

to do with my mental health.

I am fortunate that everyone that I was in

conflict with (both family and friends) have

forgiven me.

What would you say to a person who

has recently been diagnosed with

schizophrenia or psychosis?

I would ask them how they are doing with

everything. I would also let them know that

it gets easier. It seems like there are al-

most three recoveries that take place: the

first one is the recovery from the symp-

toms of the illness. The second is the

management of the medication and the

side effects. The third is transforming your

life into a place that you actually want to

live in. But it all hits at once and wow, that

can be a heavy load to carry. One day at a

time, heading in the right direction, you

can reclaim your life.

What would you say to that person’s

family?

As with the affected individual, I would ask

them how they are managing with every-

thing. Then I would let them know how

much that person needs their support,

their compassion, their love. Support can

range from having open conversations

with them to helping them with keeping up

the housework or the grocery shopping. It

really depends if they are going to be liv-

ing with their family member or not. The

important thing is to maintain a sense of

connection, that both the individual and

the family keep the lines of communication

open for dialogue. And that the individual

doesn’t feel they are going through this

alone.

Thank you Tracy! We are excited to

have you in the Winnipeg office. Any

further comments?

You’re very welcome. I’m excited to be

here! Thank you for the interview, these

are really great questions.

Welcome to Our New Staff, Tracy Kosowan!

By Dr. Chris Summerville, Executive Director of the MSS

Tracy: One day at a time, heading in the right direction, you can reclaim your life.

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Cannabis Use: What Experts Are Saying

WITH the federal government set to

legalize marijuana on or before July 1,

2018, many medical associations, mental

health organizations, community groups,

and family members and those living with

schizophrenia or psychosis are expressing

grave and deep concerns about what

the public does not know about cannabis

and the very paramount importance of

safeguarding the mental wellness of youth

and young adults as the legislation be-

comes law.

The government’s legislation sets 18 as

the basic age for purchase and consump-

tion, but allows provinces to raise that to

coincide with their age limits for alcohol

consumption. So why such grave and deep

concern? Well, listen to some of the ex-

perts:

“There is a strong evidence-base showing

that early and regular cannabis use can

affect cognition, such as memory, atten-

tion, intelligence and the ability to process

thoughts and experiences.” Dr. Renuka

Prasad, President of the Canadian Psy-

chiatric Association.

“Cannabis with high tetrahydrocannabinol

(THC) content can result in significantly

worse mental health and cognitive out-

comes, including worsening of panic disor-

der and other anxiety disorders.” Dr. Phil

Tibbo, Chair of the Canadian Consorti-

um for Early Intervention in Psychosis.

"We now have international data that sup-

port the fact that cannabis is a risk factor

for psychosis for some, though not all,

patients with schizophrenia, and those

patients with a positive cannabis history

need help to understand the negative ef-

fect of cannabis on psychosis." Dr. Elsie-

Marie Løberg, University of Bergen in

Norway.

“The link between using pot and develop-

ing serious mental illness is strongest in

the youngest smokers - 12- to 15-year-

olds, or kids even younger.” Dr. Matthew

Large, University of New South Wales in

Sydney, Australia.

“Simply put, cannabis should not be used

by young people. It is toxic to their cortical

neuronal networks, with both functional

and structural changes seen in the brains

of youth who use cannabis regularly.”

Diane Kelsall, Interim Editor-in-Chief of

the Canadian Medical Association Jour-

nal.

The Canadian Paediatric Society cau-

tions that marijuana use in youth is strong-

ly linked to “cannabis dependence and

other substance use disorders; the initia-

tion and maintenance of tobacco smoking;

an increased presence of mental illness,

including depression, anxiety and psycho-

sis; impaired neurological development

and cognitive decline; and diminished

school performance and lifetime achieve-

ment.”

The Canadian Academy of Child and

Adolescent Psychiatry, the Canadian

Academy of Geriatric Psychiatry, the

Canadian Academy of Psychiatry and

the Law, and the Canadian Academy of

Psychosomatic Medicine also believe

that the government’s cannabis legislation

fails to protect Canada’s youth!

The bottom line is that the

“endocannabinoid system” is involved in

brain development, even during the ado-

lescent time period where the ‘fine tuning’

occurs. The cannabinoid receptors for this

system are primarily on white matter in

adolescents and not in their adult configu-

ration (more on grey matter) until adult-

hood. This is why cannabis can have a

different effect on the brain developmental-

ly in adolescents than in adulthood.

Dr. Candice Crocker of the Nova Scotia

Early Psychosis Program and Dr. Phil Tib-

bo who is also a board member of the SSC

and Chair of the SSC Foundation state: 1.

Cannabis use can contribute to the de-

velopment of psychosis. 2. Cannabis

use may worsen symptoms of depres-

sion. 3. Cannabis use can worsen

symptoms of anxiety. 4. Regular use of

cannabis can impair cognitive function.

5. Cannabis use can affect brain devel-

opment.

As a family member whose brother devel-

oped cannabis induced psychosis leading

to schizophrenia, I know the impact mental

illness can have in a family. As millions can

testify, psychotic illnesses are horrible for

the people who have them, and terrible for

their families too. What else does the pub-

lic need to know?

The human brain continues to develop

until around the age of 25. Use of can-

nabis prior to that age can negatively affect

the brain’s healthy maturation process.

Many professionals believe that Canadians

should not have legal access to marijuana

until age 21, and that legislation should

restrict the quantity and potency of the

drug until they are 25.

Therefore, the Schizophrenia Society of

Canada (SSC), of which I am also the

CEO, joins the Canadian Psychiatric Asso-

ciation in calling for: (1) public education

targeting youth and young adults about the

effects early cannabis use can have on

brain development; (2) further research to

better understand the impact of cannabis

and its legalization on mental health; (3)

expanded support for prevention, early

identification and cannabis cessation treat-

ments within the framework of mental

health and addictions; and (4) prudent

consideration of advertising and marketing

guidelines with clear markings of THC and

cannabidiol content, as well as consistent

public health warning messaging.

We want to prevent unnecessary mental

illness and mental health problems and the

interruption of young developing brains.

That is why I attended by “invitation only”

Health Canada’s Public Education and

Awareness Symposium on November 10

in Ottawa. Health Canada will be spending

$46 million on public education and aware-

ness. SSC will be partnering with the Ca-

nadian Consortium on Early Intervention in

Psychosis in developing informational tools

to assist youth and emerging adults with

“informed decision-making” regarding the

use of Cannabis.

By Dr. Chris Summerville, Executive Director of the MSS

SAVE THE DATE! Iris Gala April 28, 2018 The Gates on Roblin Golf Tournament June 18, 2018 Southwood Golf and Country Club Journey of Hope Walk September 15, 2018 The Forks Canopy Plaza

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Thank You to Our 2017 Walk Supporters!

Gold The Johnston Group

Silver

Otsuka & AA Pharma

Bronze Wawanesa Insurance

Out of the Blue

Media Partners Coffee News

103.1 Virgin Radio

Donors Valeant Pharmaceuticals

Eric Massey

THE Manitoba Schizophrenia Society (MSS) held its 26th annual Journey of Hope Walk in September for both public awareness and fund-raising purposes. Despite the weather, we had approximately 200 attendees and significant media coverage. We are very fortunate for the ongoing support of sponsors and approximately 30 strong canvassers who raised approximately $12,000 for the MSS programs and ser-vices, which are free to the public. The 2018 Journey of Hope Walk will be held on Saturday, September 15, 2018 at the Forks Canopy Pla-za. The more people who canvass for pledges, the better MSS will do in accomplishing its fundraising goals in order to maintain and enhance its free programming and services.

I just wanted to give a huge thank you to the staff who hosted the

Winnipeg Police 911 call takers and dispatchers workshop on

hearing voices today November 1st.

It was truly an eye opening and powerful experience - one that I

won't forget. It gave me a glimpse into the frustration, isolation

and the myriad of other feelings that people who suffer from

schizophrenia and psychosis must feel every day.

While I'm thankful that so far I've been fortunate in my life to not

have to deal with this as my reality, the experience has definitely

given me a more acute awareness and heightened sense of

compassion for sufferers that I often encounter.

Once again, I sincerely thank all the staff that organized and fa-

cilitated our workshop.

Anonymous

Thank you all for the great work that you do and all the help that I have received from the MSS board and staff. My son's life started to turn around when I started talking to Chris Summerville. THANK YOU, Chris and everyone that I know on the board and in the office. My thoughts and prayers will always be with this won-derful organization. I enjoyed the 'Journey of Hope Walk' and the 'Iris Gala' events. Amy Butcher

Letters to MSS

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Our Support Groups & Programs

PEER SUPPORT GROUP

Wednesdays 1:00 P.M.—2:30 P.M.

Helps people living with schizophrenia through methods of empowerment, education and recovery.

WOMEN’S SUPPORT GROUP

Thursdays 1:15 P.M.—2:45 P.M.

The Women’s Program attempts to meet some of the needs identified by women - socialization, recreation, peer sup-

port, and health information.

PARTNERS IN AWARENESS

A support group for working or career professionals looking for a safe place to discuss the implications of living with

schizophrenia.

H.O.P.E.S. PEER-LED YOUTH GROUP

1st Thursday of the month 4:00 P.M.—5:00 P.M.

H.O.P.E.S. (Hope and Opportunity through Peers, Empowerment and Support) is a support group for those between

the ages of 15 and 30 who are living with psychosis, schizophrenia, or schizoaffective disorder.

NAME THAT FEELING

Seven-week educational support group for children, ages 7 and up who have a family member with a mental illness

(Any mental illness is included). Children are taught an understanding of mental illness, which provides an opportunity

for them to share emotionally and relationally with the group and facilitators.

FAMILY SUPPORT PEER GROUP

Last Tuesday of the month 7:00 P.M. to 9:00 P.M.

This is an open group, for families and friends of those experiencing schizophrenia, schizo-affective disorder, and psy-

chosis.

VOICE HEARERS’ PROGRAM

A safe, confidential and non-judgmental environment.

1. 10 week educational Program for voice hearers to learn effective ways to cope with their voices. Registration

required.

2. Bi-weekly Peer Support Group. A self-help group for voice hearers that offers mutual support. Open to all.

Meets every 1st, 3rd, & 5th Friday 1.30 P.M. – 3.30 P.M. Questions and to register email matthew@mss.mb.ca

FOCUSING ON YOU

Thursdays 3:00 P.M.— 4 P.M.

A wellness program with an emphasis on exercise, nutrition and positive self-image.

HONEST OPEN PROUD

3 session program that teaches those with lived experience of mental illness about the pros and cons of disclosure,

who to disclose to and how to tell your story if you do decide to disclose.

STRENGTHENING FAMILIES TOGETHER

Offered twice a year

This 4-session national education program for family members and friends of individuals living with and recovering

from serious mental illnesses aims to increase accessibility to Canadian-based information on the topics associated

with living daily with a mental illness. The program aims to strengthen family members and friends of individuals with a

serious mental illness by providing support, awareness, and tools.

EIGHT STAGES OF HEALING

Offered twice a year

For those who wish to improve their coping skills and their family's system of care. A 9 - week program based on Julie

Tallard Johnson's book, "Hidden Victims, Hidden Healers".

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Our Services

HOSPITAL OUTREACH

Outreach Worker, Eric Fraser, regularly visits the PsychHealth Centre (room PZ 391) and the Selkirk Mental Health

Centre in Selkirk, MB. On request he will visit the Victoria, Seven Oaks, Grace, or St. Boniface Hospitals. Please call his

direct line at PsychHealth 204-787-3014 or by email at eric@mss.mb.ca.

ONE-ON-ONE CONSULTATION

Individual and family group consultations are held on a regular basis to deal with the specific issues concerning illness

management, available supports and services, and recovery.

INFORMATION SESSION

1st Tuesday of the month 6:00 P.M.

An info session for newly diagnosed loved ones and their families. Registration is required.

ALL ABOUT SCHIZOPHRENIA

These seminars include information on early psychosis, schizophrenia, schizo-affective disorder, suicide prevention, co-

occurring disorders, recovery, mental health promotion, understanding the Mental Health System, and the resulting stig-

ma.

SIMULATED EXPERIENCE OF HEARING VOICES THAT ARE DISTRESSING

Suggested for caregivers, family members and professionals who work with people who hear distressing voices, this

workshop seeks to promote a greater understanding and awareness of the “hearing voices” experience. Pre-registration

in groups of 14 to 20 participants, or individual requests can be accommodated.

Congratulations to the Otsuka-Lundbeck Alliance and Manitoba Schizophrenia Society (MSS)

scholarship recipients! They each received $1,000 towards their education.

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Manitoba Schizophrenia Society is a consumer focused, family sensitive mental health self help organization whose mission is to

improve the quality of life for those affected by schizophrenia, psychosis and co-occurring disorders, through education and peer support.

Reasons for Hope is the official newsletter for the Society. It is published quarterly. Submissions are invited. Opinions set forth in

this newsletter are not necessarily those of the Society or its members. Reprinting of articles is permitted with the proviso the

Society is given appropriate credit.

Brandon & Assiniboine

1-812 11th St.,

Brandon, MB R7A 4K9

Phone: (204) 728-5811

tim@mss.mb.ca

Interlake

Box #101

Selkirk, MB R1A 2B1

Phone: (204) 485-1253

Fax: (204) 334-7880

bevking@mymts.net

Parklands

Box 117

Pine River, MB R0L 1M0

Phone: (204)-648-6833

Brandon & Norman

Box 413

Souris, MB R0K 2C0

Phone: 204-724-9043

nancy@mss.mb.ca

SMHC

825 Manitoba Ave. Box 9600

Selkirk, MB R1A 2B5

Phone: (204) 482-3810 ext 416

Fax: (204) 886-3821

eric@mss.mb.ca

We Provide Services

Around the Province

Manitoba Schizophrenia

Society

100-4 Fort Street

Winnipeg, MB R3C 1C4

Phone: 1(204)786-1616

Fax: 1(204) 783-4898

Toll Free: 1-800-263-5545

Website: www.mss.mb.ca

Email: info@mss.mb.ca

Regional Services

Burntwood

43 Fox Bay

Thompson, MB R8N 1E9

Phone: (204) 677-6056

Fax: (204) 677-5534

selfhelp@cmhathompson.ca

Eastman & Central

21 Loewen Blvd.

Steinbach, MB R5G 0L4

Phone: (204) 371-0824

Fax: (204) 346-0423

eastmanmss@mymts.net

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Directors:

Dr. Alexander Sawatsky

Barb Madden

Heather Carr

Louise Chernetz

Sean Miller

Geoff Moore

Peter Ostryzniuk

Tammy Lambert

Sangeetha Nair

Aya El-Alawi

Felicia Owadara

Chris Summerville

Rey Schellenberg

Katrina Tinman

Livia Lobo

Jane Burpee

Karen Kaplen

Eric Fraser

Tracy Kosowan

Executive Director

Accountant

Special Events Administrator

Administrative Assistant

Public Education Coordinator

Peer Program Support Worker

Peer Support Worker

Peer Support Worker

Kim Heidinger

Tim Shewchuk

Nancy Shewchuk

Bev King

Rhonda Heskin

Leanne Marceniuk

Eastman & Central Region

Brandon & Assiniboine Region

Brandon & Norman Region

Interlake Region

Burntwood Region

Parklands Region

RoseMarie Borley

Christina Janzen

Coordinator

Assistant Coordinator