While the holidays can be a fun and joyful time, the changes in routines, as well as the often overwhelming sights, sounds and expectations can spell M-E-L-T-D-O-W-N for many children (and their parents!). Here are some tips for lessening the stress of the holidays on...

Here at NONA we have noticed that many families are talking to us about the increased stress caused by constantly changing circumstances over the past few years. These include changing public health orders, evacuations, financial strains, and difficulties accessing...

When we see our children involved in things that are challenging for them, or beaming with pride when they accomplish something, it is natural to use praise. Praise is a great way to motivate, encourage, and reward our children. This is because praise affects how our...

Let's Talk About Stress! During this unprecedented time, many of us have been under what would be classified as Chronic Stress. Have you ever wondered what the body does when we encounter so much stress for so long? Below we talk about the stress response in the brain...

In October of 2020, NONA celebrated its 45th birthday. As the Centre rapidly approaches half a century, we tasked our 2021 summer student, Maddy Tupper, with the job of documenting our history. Maddy writes, “It was easy to visit the record room and read binders of...