Last week, members of the Dalton Associates team had the pleasure of visiting the Elora Centre for the Arts, a beloved community hub for arts and culture. Executive Director Lianne Carter graciously toured us through the Centre’s stunning renovations — an inspiring transformation

Traditional EFAPs have long been the default for workplace wellness. But too often, they fall short. Limited access. Long wait times. Reactive, not proactive. Dalton Care Central changes that. With 24/7/365 real-time access to therapists, immediate targeted support, and

If you’ve been thinking about starting therapy or want to continue on your path of mental wellness, now might be the right time. A select number of our Registered Psychotherapists (RPs) and Registered Psychotherapists (Qualifying) (RPQs) currently have open appointment times,

This week, during Treaties Recognition Week, we reflect on the deep connections between land, community, and wellbeing. For Indigenous Peoples, mental health and healing are inseparable from land, culture, and identity. Honouring treaties means recognizing these relationships

This November, we’re taking time to recognize that even the strongest among us need support. For first responders, showing up every day means facing stress, trauma, and responsibility that few others understand. But even our bravest need a place to turn. Approximately 50% of

This month, we’re shining a light on an often-overlooked truth: Mental health matters for everyone, including men. Yet approximately 50% of men report lacking sufficient social support, and 67% have never accessed professional mental health care. Connection, reflection, and

At Dalton Associates, we believe strong partnerships fuel stronger communities. With Dalton Care Central, we’re reimagining how organizations can support employees and their families by moving beyond traditional EFAPs to offer care that is personalized, proactive, and

Dalton Associates is pleased to welcome Michelle Williams, MSW, RSW, to our team as Senior Marketing Manager and Equity, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI) Lead. Michelle has collaborated with Dalton Associates for nearly two years, initially as a guest speaker at our Quality

On Sunday, October 19th, our team of staff and Associates came together for the Dalton Associates Harvest Hike. The event was part of our 30th anniversary celebrations and was inspired by Dr. Dalton’s original “Harvest Hikes”, which in the early years of the organization brought

This week, Dalton Associates had the honour and the privilege of presenting to the @OPPAssociation. Tuesday morning, Dalton Associates’ CEO, Carl Dalton, presented updates on the Encompas Mental Health Wellness Program, including our new Encompas promotional video filmed this

This Thanksgiving, we pause with gratitude for the people and communities who shape our lives. At the same time, we recognize that this holiday has a complex history. Many of us live and work on unceded Indigenous lands, where the impacts of colonization, land theft, and broken

Mental health is just as important as physical health. It is a universal human right. On World Mental Health Day, we take a moment to reflect on the importance of open conversations, accessible supports, and compassionate care for all. Dalton Associates are proud to walk

Our team is at the @Events4Wellness 10th Annual Mental Wellness Conference for First Responders and clinicians this week in Niagara Falls, ON. Encompas Care Managers Jonathan Ngandu and Jenn Finney are on site, connecting with attendees and sharing information about the

This week marks Mental Illness Awareness Week, a time to reflect, learn, and open the door to conversations that matter. 1 in 5 Canadians will experience a mental illness in their lifetime, yet stigma and silence persist and too often stand in the way of care. At Dalton

The trip is complete! After a couple of busy days on the road, the Timmins Triplets have wrapped up their journey across Northern Ontario. This included Encompas team members Jen Welsh (Program Manager), Kimm Grant (Care Manager & Team Lead), and Anna Wijas (Care Manager). In

The Timmins Triplets are on the road! This week, Encompas team members Jen Welsh (Program Manager), Kimm Grant (Care Manager & Team Lead), and Anna Wijas (Care Manager) are travelling across Northern Ontario, with stops at OPP detachments in Cochrane, Kapuskasing, and Timmins, to

Dalton Associates is thrilled to welcome Dr. Yelena Chorny to our team! Yelena is a physician leader who works to improve substance use and mental health care through innovation and collaboration. Before joining Dalton, she held senior medical leadership roles in mental health

Last night at the Fergus Grand Theatre, we came together in honour of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation and Orange Shirt Day. We are deeply grateful to Leo Stands Alone Atlookan and his brother Elmer for sharing their powerful teachings, stories, and reflections,

At Encompas, we are committed to walking alongside Indigenous communities and Indigenous members by listening, learning and supporting healing with respect, compassion and understanding. Today we pause to reflect on the painful history and lasting impact of residential schools

Today we pause to reflect on the painful history and lasting impact of residential schools and to remember the children, families and communities who were affected. At Dalton Associates we are committed to walking alongside Indigenous communities by listening, learning and