Success at la Fête des Enfants!

This summer, families [were] invited to discover Park Jean-Drapeau’s treasures at the Fête des enfants, August 14 to 16! The Fête is a place for self-expression and creation for children and their families, and [...] once again offer[ed] concerts and dance shows as well as creative and athletic workshops, cooperative games, and inflatable climbing structures… free! - Taken from the Parc Jean Drapeau Website

Kids Help Phone also took part in the celebrations by supplying entertaining puppet shows to all ages in its very own theatre tent!

The Puppet shows conveyed the importance of the reliable and safe service available to Kids aged five to twenty one throughout Canada. The puppet shows, complete with a 1-800-668-6868 song and Nestle Chocolate bar giveaways were a great success! A heartfelt thank you for all those that made this past weekend’s events such a great success! The volunteers at the tent, who operated the puppet shows, lead the Kids Help Phone quizzes, set up and all around ensured the tent’s smooth running in which was at times excruciating heat, were all tremendous. Fun was had by not only the kids who participated; the volunteers had just as an amazing time! We’re already looking forward to taking part in next year’s festival!

Words from a Student Ambassador

I learned about the Kids Help Phone Student Ambassador Program last fall, as I flipped through an issue of Montreal Families. In a few short lines and a picture of a telephone, it stated that Kids Help Phone was looking for teen volunteers to spread awareness in the schools and communities. Within minutes of reading the ad, I knew I wanted to take part in this program because of how much I believe in Kids Help Phone and the services they offer. I attended the training conference in October of '08, and from then on I was hooked. I recently joined the SAC, which gives me a chance to actively participate in the actual planning of events and fund raising for Kids Help Phone, which is so engaging and stimulating to me. Every envelope I fill, every call I make, every smile to a counselor I see as I walk by, it all means so much to me. There are no words to describe how glad I am to be part of this program, except a heartfelt 'Thank you'.

- Alix

Montreal Student Ambassador Council

Student Ambassador Gala 2009!

It's time for the Student Ambassador event of the year! The GALA! The Gala is a little get together organized by the S.A.C to celebrate all the great work that you, the Student Ambassadors, have done over the year for Kids Help Phone! Here are the details of the event :

What ? PICNIC!

Where ? Beaver lake, Parc Mont-Royal. IN CASE OF RAIN ? AMC Bowling (Atwater Metro)

When ? Saturday, June 20th, 2009, 1 P.m - 5 P.m

FOOD ?! You betcha! Hot dogs, hamburgers, veggie-dogs, veggie burgers, veggies, dips, chips macaroni salad, water, juice, pop and even POPSICLES!

Games ? What's a picnic without games ?! They'll be lots of games including : scavenger hunt, relay/3 legged race (bring rags and scarves please!) and even tug of war! We encourage you to bring frisbees, footballs, softballs and soccerballs!

R.S.V.P ? Yes please! Before June 12, R.S.V.P with Valerie Cohen (valerie.cohen @ jeunessejecoute.ca or 514-273-7007 ext. 8213)

COST ? - F-R-E-E for Student Ambassadors

Directions ? A trail from the Cartier monument on the Park Avenue side (bus 80 or 129) winds gradually upward toward the top. Or go to Mont-Royal metro station and take the 11 bus. You can also drive up via Côte-des-Neiges and the Voie Camillien-Houde: there are various well-marked parking lots off the road.

MAP ? click here to see where it is on google maps :)

Questions ? e-mail web.khp @ gmail.com or valerie.cohen @ jeunessejecoute.ca :)

We hope to see you there!! Don't forget to R.S.V.P :) Thanks!

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Vlog #3 - (Delayed) - the Student Ambassador Council!

We apologize for the delay in show notes for this vlog! Please note that the competition featured in the second half of this vlog ("Commercial Break") was cancelled. YAY, now happy stuff! The Student Ambassador Council!

Who are we ?

We're a group of Student Ambassadors in montreal who get together to organize and plan events as well as co-ordinate awareness efforts in schools and other places (such as events).

What are some things we've have done ?

Well, this blog and vlogs are one thing! Rock 2 Talk 2008 (a concert to benefit Kids Help Phone-planning for 2009 edition in motion), fundraisers (Such as the Canadian Tire fundraiser as well as a bunch of other ones!), leadership conference planning, and a few other things!

How do I get involved ?

If you are a Student Ambassador in the Montreal region, contact Valerie Cohen for information on how you can become involved with this council, or other Student Ambassador activities. You can also send us an e-mail at web.khp @ gmail.com and we will answer any questions that you have! Remember, all questions are concerning the Student Ambassador program or S.A.C (Student Ambassador Council). If you have any personal questions and are seeking to connect with a councillor, please call 1-800-668-6868 or go to the kids counseling website. Hope you enjoyed the vlog!

Walk For Kids Help Phone Coverage! (Vlog #7)

This is the video coverage of the Walk For Kids Help Phone (Montreal Walk Site :] ) that was held on May 3rd. 3 Million dollars was raised this year nationwide!! In montreal, 230,000$ was raised!! Thank you so much for your support!!! Check out some photos from the event HERE and HERE ! For a list of results for ever walk site, please visit the Walk For Kids Help Phone website. Thanks again for all your support this year! We hope to see you next year!!

Vlog #5 - LIVE from the Montreal Kick Off

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Woot! So the Kick Off was a lot of fun, we're sorry for those who couldn't make it! This vlog was filmed at the Kick off (Sorry about the loud music in the background, you can't really hear us :P) This video just basically reminds everyone about the walk for Kids help phone!! So Sign up if you haven't already done so at the walk website.

To Volunteer at the walk get in touch with

Valerie Cohen (valerie.cohen@kidshelpphone.ca)

See you next time and hopefully at the walk!

Words From A Student Ambassador

Three years ago I was going through a phase during which most of my life was revolving around the wrong crowd of people. At this time one, of my best friends had been telling me that he wished to take his own life. I had no idea what to do or how to handle such a situation, so I decided to call Kids Help Phone. The night I called, I was in a rush and sadly enough, my call was not answered before I had to go. Although right now my friend is okay, I decided that it was time for me to leave this crowd of friends that was holding me back and decided help Kids Help Phone so that youth like me could receive the service they need when they need it. I didn’t want anyone else to be put on hold again for as long as I was; I wanted to make a difference.

-Nick

Montreal Student Ambassador Council

Music With Meaning!

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"In conjunction with the Kids Help Phone, Tru Kings Records has been touring through Montreal and its surrounding areas, performing at high schools. The concerts are designed to raise awareness of issues within schools, such as racism, violence, peer pressure and depression.

Going on their third year, the 2009 Music With Meaning tour will include performances by Tru Kings' artist M'City Solo and special guests like Bad News Brown, DJ Blaster and Pamela.

Giving back to the community is one of Tru Kings' biggest priorities. Performers and their representatives take time between concerts to speak to students about struggles they might face and how they can use the Kids Help Line to get through them. " -musicwithmeaning.ca

We need available student ambassadors to speak to the students about the kids help phone service and how it can be used. You would be speaking to the kids during these concerts, in between acts. Below are tour dates that are coming up ;

Trafalgar School for Girls

Address : 3495 Simpson Montreal, Quebec H3G 2J7

Date : Tuesday, March 31st 2009

Time : 1:02 - 2:07 pm (Arrive by : 11:30 am)

Vanguard Secondaire francophone

Address : 83 boul des Prairies, Laval QC, H7N 2T3

Date : Tuesday, April 7th 2009

Time : 1.00 pm

HERITAGE REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

Address : 7445 Chemin Chambly

Time : 11:00am - 2:00pm

Date : APRIL 16, 2009

VANGUARD INTERCULTURAL HIGH SCHOOL

Address : 175 metcalf, westmount h3z 2x6

Date : Tuesday, April 28th 2009

Time : 1.00 pm

Please contact Valerie Cohen at valerie.cohen@kidshelpphone.ca or by phone at 514-273-0589 ext. 8213 for additional details or to sign up.

Walk Kick Off!

Hello!!

Come Join us on FRIDAY, APRIL 3rd, from 7-11 P.M at the Pepsi AMC Forum (Arcade on the third floor) to kick off the Kids Help Phone walk for Kids. Lots of great food, dj and a dance floor! Bring your friends!

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New ways for Student Ambassadors to get involved!

Kids Help Phone info booth targeting families who have a member with a mental illness (one hour long- and transportation costs included) **in French*

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Kiosk 1

Date/Time : March 24th at 6:00 p.m

Place : Polyvalente Jean-Baptiste-Meilleur (777, boulevard Iberville à Repentigny)

Kiosk 2

Date/Time : March 31st at 6 p.m

Place: Polyvalente Thérèse-Martin (916, Ladouceur à Joliette)

Kiosk 3

Date/Time : April 7th at 6 :00 p.m.

Place : Polyvalente Havre-Jeunesse (2175, Place Malo à Ste-Julienne)

Help at the office!

We are in need of help with recruitment calls to schools and past walkers (in English and in French) Please contact the regional office for more details! -

Second Vlog!

Show notes for this video include basic information concerning the Student Ambassador program.

For more Information Concering the Student Ambassador Student Program, Please visit our main website :

Student Ambassador Program Webpage

The Idea for this program came to life when the program's founder's friend's life was saved by Kids Help Phone form suicide. The founder believed that raising awareness through other youth was the best way to promote the Kids Help Phone Service.

The main goal of the Student Ambassador program is raising awareness though things like presnetations at schools, and information booths at community events.

Returns are numerous! Not only are you likley to get yourself a fashionable marshmellow sweater, free of charge, but also this program allows you benefits such as a chance to win a scholarship after highschool or Cegep. You also develop skills that can be translated and used in workforce environments. You learn and gain leadership and public speaking skills while having a great time. Not only are you helping a wonderfull cause, you're helping yourself :)

The Student Ambassador Program is sponsered by BMO Financial group.

For a student Ambassador Fact Sheet, please

click on the link below and download the PDF Document

Student Ambassador Fact Sheet PDF

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