Know Your Rights

It's no secret COVID-19 affected many of our loved ones in a countless number of ways. Addictions rose significantly because - as Psychotherapist Cristian Renzi outlines - addictions thrive in isolation. Whether it was the pandemic or you just wanted some alone time with your phone, It's important to understand when enough is enough before you gamble your life away.

Victims Advocate Cassandra Harvey joins the show this week to reiterate that people should absolutely report any odd-seeming interactions they see. If you see a grown man with a teenage girl and they don't look related, don't look the other way.If you see something... say something.

The path outlined by this week's guest is not an easy one - but effective! Stewart Thompson is the Program Coordinator for Men's Groups at The Gatehouse Toronto; he joins the show to share his path back from being sexually abused as a child. Stewart says it's a very long and difficult road but the most courageous thing you can do is take those five steps up to knock on the front door of The Gatehouse.

Gambling advertisements are in your face at every turn! Sandra tells a story of how you used to have to physically go into a convenience store, casino or even to meet up with your bookie. Now, gambling is so accessible for everyone and advertisements are targeting anyone who is trying to limit their play or stop entirely.

This week we are joined by the Program Coordinator for Men's Groups at The Gatehouse Toronto, Stewart Thompson. Stewart shares his experiences with other survivors of sexual assault and provides programs and leadership to a team that is working to better affect a generation of troubled youth. Stewart is an inspiration and a great example that your trauma does not define you and that there is still a path forward.