How colonial institutions carry on the legacy of residential schools
TJ Felix
Reprinted from the Supporting Parents issue of Visions Journal, 2021, 17 (1), pp. 26-28
Kristyl
Reprinted from the Supporting Parents issue of Visions Journal, 2021, 17 (1), pp. 20-21
Transition was the biggest blessing in Cole’s life, but it also brought along the stress of navigating a major life transition without the support of family, friends, and community members. He… read more
Growing up, Troy ran into the wrong crowd. He was introduced to drugs and discovered a new way to feel power, and dropped out of school in Grade 10. But he wanted more—a family—and he knew he needed… read more
Jason has had a difficult life including sexual abuse and repeated incarceration. Drug addiction has been a constant influence, and depression has simultaneously overwhelmed him with negative… read more
Jillian’s story of depression, anxiety, PTSD and substance use is a story of pain—and self-discovery. She recognizes her early warning signs and that ignoring or minimizing them means slipping down a… read more
A case manager's perspective on homelessness and the importance of secure housing
Dale Wallace
Visions Journal, 2019, 14 (4), pp. 23-25
There is little doubt that having a home makes it easier… read more
How the new opioid prescribing guidelines risk patient care
Kathryn Sutton
Reprinted from "Opioids" issue of Visions Journal, 2018, 13 (3), p. 26
Since the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC… read more
A young mother’s journey through loss—and finding hope
Farren Whitford
Reprinted from "Opioids" issue of Visions Journal, 2018, 13 (3), p. 23
Growing up, I lived with my mom until I was about 12… read more
And to Reduce the Harm from Substance Use
Sherry Vaile Robinson
Reprinted from "Opioids" issue of Visions Journal, 2018, 13 (3), p. 17
My son Tyler fatally overdosed on heroin laced with… read more
