The show that shatters poverty myths, sparks optimism, and fuels innovative change through community-inspired discussions. Hosted by Amanda Fellows and Brian Shelley.
RESILIENCE RISING IS A CO-PRODUCTION OF
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
CFS Counselling + Wellness (CFS) is an accredited registered Canadian charity delivering inclusive counselling, psychotherapy, and psycho-educational wellness programming. CFS is committed to providing professional services to reduce emotional distress, enhance personal well-being and strengthen relationships. Programs are available to everyone living and working in Simcoe County and the District of Muskoka. https://cfssc.ca
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
United Way Simcoe Muskoka is a local charity dedicated to bringing together people and organizations to meet community needs by tackling complex social issues. To learn more go to https://uwsimcoemuskoka.ca
PODCAST CREDITS
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Community Programs Manager
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
Brian Shelley
Chief Executive and Philanthropy Officer
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Guests
Ep1: Irena Pozgaj-Jones
Ep2: Wilfredo Fuentes
Ep3: Sophie Grogan
Ep4: Laura LaChappelle
Ep5: Chenoa LaCaille
Ep6: Tracy Johnson
Ep7: Jenna Wickens
Ep8: Mina Fayez-Bahgat
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Brian Shelley
Amanda Fellows
Michele Lawson
Studio Producer/Director
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistant
Deanne McCallum
Santi Curet
Music
Sunshine – Kevin MacLeod
Licensed under Creative Commons:
By Attribution 3.0 License
creativecommons.org
With Funding From United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Presented by
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
In association with Rogers TV
© 2024 CFS Counselling + Wellbeing & United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
The show that shatters poverty myths, sparks optimism, and fuels innovative change through community-inspired discussions. Hosted by Amanda Fellows and Brian Shelley.
RESILIENCE RISING IS A CO-PRODUCTION OF
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
CFS Counselling + Wellness (CFS) is an accredited registered Canadian charity delivering inclusive counselling, psychotherapy, and psycho-educational wellness programming. CFS is committed to providing professional services to reduce emotional distress, enhance personal well-being and strengthen relationships. Programs are available to everyone living and working in Simcoe County and the District of Muskoka. https://cfssc.ca
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
United Way Simcoe Muskoka is a local charity dedicated to bringing together people and organizations to meet community needs by tackling complex social issues. To learn more go to https://uwsimcoemuskoka.ca
PODCAST CREDITS
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Community Programs Manager
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
Brian Shelley
Chief Executive and Philanthropy Officer
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Guests
Ep1: Irena Pozgaj-Jones
Ep2: Wilfredo Fuentes
Ep3: Sophie Grogan
Ep4: Laura LaChappelle
Ep5: Chenoa LaCaille
Ep6: Tracy Johnson
Ep7: Jenna Wickens
Ep8: Mina Fayez-Bahgat
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Brian Shelley
Amanda Fellows
Michele Lawson
Studio Producer/Director
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistant
Deanne McCallum
Santi Curet
Music
Sunshine – Kevin MacLeod
Licensed under Creative Commons:
By Attribution 3.0 License
creativecommons.org
With Funding From United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Presented by
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
In association with Rogers TV
© 2024 CFS Counselling + Wellbeing & United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Guest: Mina Fayez-Bahgat – General Manager, Social & Community Services Division, County of Simcoe
As the World Health Organization says: When communities adopt empowerment processes, their people – especially those experiencing socio-economic disadvantages, gain “increased control over their lives.” This is seen as a pathway to inclusion and equity for all. That’s what we’re talking about today: Right now, on Resilience Rising.
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Brian Shelley
Guest
Mina Fayez-Bahgat
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Brian Shelley
Amanda Fellows
Michele Lawson
Studio Producer/Director
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistant
Deanne McCallum
Santi Curet
Music
Sunshine – Kevin MacLeod
Licensed under Creative Commons:
By Attribution 3.0 License
creativecommons.org
With Funding From United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Presented by
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
In association with Rogers TV
© 2024 CFS Counselling + Wellbeing & United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Guest: Jenna Wickens – MatureMinds Coordinator, CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
More than 9,000 older adults in Simcoe County are living in poverty – with those living alone more vulnerable than those living with family. At 10%, the poverty rate here is nearly double the national rate. In this episode, we explore the complex factors contributing to senior poverty and discuss innovative supports for ageing with dignity. Right now, on Resilience Rising.
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Brian Shelley
Guests
Jenna Wickens
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Brian Shelley
Amanda Fellows
Michele Lawson
Studio Producer/Director
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistant
Deanne McCallum
Santi Curet
Music
Sunshine – Kevin MacLeod
Licensed under Creative Commons:
By Attribution 3.0 License
creativecommons.org
With Funding From United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Presented by
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
In association with Rogers TV
© 2024 CFS Counselling + Wellbeing & United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Guest: Tracy Johnson – Director of Services, Simcoe Muskoka Family Connexions
There are about 12,000 young people in the care of Ontario’s Children’s Aid Societies. Youth leaving care are more likely to experience homelessness, mental health concerns, unemployment, lack of education and involvement in the justice system. Why is this happening? What’s being done about it? That’s what we’re talking about today. Right now, on Resilience Rising.
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Brian Shelley
Guests
Tracy Johnson
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Brian Shelley
Amanda Fellows
Michele Lawson
Studio Producer/Director
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistant
Deanne McCallum
Music
Sunshine – Kevin MacLeod
Licensed under Creative Commons:
By Attribution 3.0 License
creativecommons.org
With Funding From United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Presented by
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
In association with Rogers TV
© 2024 CFS Counselling + Wellbeing & United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Guest: Chenoa LaCaille – Registered Social Worker, F.A.C.T.S.
On today’s episode, we travel to the heart of Indigenous resilience, exploring the ongoing journey of reclaiming dignity and self-determination in the face of systemic challenges and historical trauma. Our discussion centers on how Indigenous communities are breaking cycles of poverty through strength-based approaches and traditional wisdom. Right now, on Resilience Rising.
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Brian Shelley
Guests
Chenoa LaCaille
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Brian Shelley
Amanda Fellows
Michele Lawson
Studio Producer/Director
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistant
Deanne McCallum
Santi Curet
Music
Sunshine – Kevin MacLeod
Licensed under Creative Commons:
By Attribution 3.0 License
creativecommons.org
With Funding From United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Presented by
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
In association with Rogers TV
© 2024 CFS Counselling + Wellbeing & United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Guest: Laura LaChappelle – Program Director, Making Change
Statistics Canada reports 1 in 9 Canadians live in poverty, with racialized groups experiencing higher and longer-lasting rates of poverty than the population considered White. Today, we take a closer look at the complex relationship between racial disparities and poverty. Right now, on Resilience Rising.
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Brian Shelley
Guests
Laura LaChappelle
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Brian Shelley
Amanda Fellows
Michele Lawson
Studio Producer/Director
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistant
Deanne McCallum
Santi Curet
Music
Sunshine – Kevin MacLeod
Licensed under Creative Commons:
By Attribution 3.0 License
creativecommons.org
With Funding From United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Presented by
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
In association with Rogers TV
© 2024 CFS Counselling + Wellbeing & United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Guest: Sophie Grogan – Child and Youth Worker. My Friend’s House Crisis Centre
The Ontario Association of Interval & Transitional Houses has a vision for a province that is safe, equitable and just, for all women, girls, and gender-diverse communities. Today’s episode shines a light on the harsh realities of domestic abuse and the invaluable front-line work being done to support survivors. Right now, on Resilience Rising.
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Brian Shelley
Guests
Sophie Grogan
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Brian Shelley
Amanda Fellows
Michele Lawson
Studio Producer/Director
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistant
Deanne McCallum
Music
Sunshine – Kevin MacLeod
Licensed under Creative Commons:
By Attribution 3.0 License
creativecommons.org
With Funding From United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Presented by
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
In association with Rogers TV
© 2024 CFS Counselling + Wellbeing & United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Guest: Wil Fuentes – PAR Program Manager, CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
In 2023, the Association of Municipalities of Ontario recognized that gender-based/ intimate-partner violence is an epidemic in Ontario that requires urgent and coordinated government action. In Ontario alone, on average, more than one woman is killed each week due to gender-based violence. In this episode, we delve into the critical issue of gender-based violence and its roots. Right now, on Resilience Rising.
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Brian Shelley
Guest
Ep2: Wilfredo Fuentes
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Brian Shelley
Amanda Fellows
Michele Lawson
Studio Producer/Director
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistant
Deanne McCallum
Music
Sunshine – Kevin MacLeod
Licensed under Creative Commons:
By Attribution 3.0 License
creativecommons.org
With Funding From United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Presented by
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
In association with Rogers TV
© 2024 CFS Counselling + Wellbeing & United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Guest: Irena Pozgaj Jones – Director, Child, Youth & Family Coalition of Simcoe County
Intersectionality has become the buzz word describing relative privilege and oppression across the many social identities that each of us hold since scholar Kimberlé Crenshaw introduced the term in 1989. On this episode, we’ll unpack what that means in Simcoe County in 2025. Right now, on Resilience Rising.
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Brian Shelley
Guest
Irena Pozgaj-Jones
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Brian Shelley
Amanda Fellows
Michele Lawson
Studio Producer/Director
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistant
Deanne McCallum
Santi Curet
Music
Sunshine – Kevin MacLeod
Licensed under Creative Commons:
By Attribution 3.0 License
creativecommons.org
With Funding From United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Presented by
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
In association with Rogers TV
© 2024 CFS Counselling + Wellbeing & United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Today, we talk to two people who work at organizations that champion collaboration. One heads up a very new grassroots non-profit whose members first came together on Facebook to create a safe and supportive community at the onset of the pandemic. The other works at a registered charity that’s been around for decades. Together, we’ll discuss how collaborative approaches to poverty reduction can empower those experiencing hardship and make a long-lasting difference in local communities. It’s all right here, on Resilience Rising.
EPISODE CREDITS
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Community Programs Manager
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
Brian Shelley
Chief Executive and Philanthropy Officer
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Episode Guests
Nikki Glahn
Executive Director
Barrie Families United
https://barriefamiliesunite.com
Rebekah Vaughan
Manager, Collaborations and Partnerships
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Amanda Fellows
Brian Shelley
Producer/Director
Michele Lawson
Podcast Producer
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistants
Ayla McCallum
Tiana Paolucci
Yeonjeong Kim
Music
"Sunshine" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
With funding from
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Recorded at
UP BeatBox Creative Studio, Barrie
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Those experiencing poverty have as much right to quality health care as any other member of our local communities. Two Simcoe County organizations – one in Barrie and the other in Orillia – are working to ensure equitable access to health care. Today we talk to Trish Holloway of The Lighthouse and Jo-Anne Flood from Compassionate Care Without Barriers. The question on the table is how we can return dignity to the process of health care. Right now, on Resilience Rising.
EPISODE CREDITS
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Community Programs Manager
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
Brian Shelley
Chief Executive and Philanthropy Officer
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Episode Guests
Trish Holloway
Partnerships & Operations Director
The Lighthouse
Jo-Anne Flood
Founder
Compassionate Care Without Barriers
https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100094254644528
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Amanda Fellows
Brian Shelley
Producer/Director
Michele Lawson
Podcast Producer
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistants
Ayla McCallum
Tiana Paolucci
Yeonjeong Kim
Music
"Sunshine" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
With funding from
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Recorded at
UP BeatBox Creative Studio, Barrie
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sometimes we think about poverty strictly in terms of income, without thinking about the impact of not being able to access the necessities of a healthy existence, or the complexities that create barriers for people to achieve those basic needs. Today we’ll be focusing on food security. What is it, how does it affect marginalized groups disproportionately, and what can be done to address this inequity.
EPISODE CREDITS
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Community Programs Manager
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
Brian Shelley
Chief Executive and Philanthropy Officer
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Episode Guests
Vanessa Hurley, BScHN (Hon), RD, MHSc
Public Health Nutritionist and Registered Dietition
Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit
https://www.simcoemuskokahealth.org
Chris Peacock
Executive Director
The Sharing Place
https://sharingplaceorillia.org
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Amanda Fellows
Brian Shelley
Producer/Director
Michele Lawson
Podcast Producer
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistants
Ayla McCallum
Tiana Paolucci
Yeonjeong Kim
Music
"Sunshine" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
With funding from
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Recorded at
UP BeatBox Creative Studio, Barrie
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
When people talk about the recent pandemic, it tends to be all about the very real medical impact of COVID-19. The silent pandemic that started about 20 years before COVID and began escalating through the roof in 2020 also needs some serious attention. Youth mental health has been deteriorating across the globe at record speeds and, unfortunately, our region is no exception. Those experiencing poverty are getting hit the hardest. How bad is it and what can we do about it? That’s what we’re talking about today on Resilience Rising.
EPISODE CREDITS
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Community Programs Manager
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
Brian Shelley
Chief Executive and Philanthropy Officer
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Episode Guests
Jessica Gourlie
Recreation Programmer
City of Barrie
Dave Ward
Youth Outreach Coordinator
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Amanda Fellows
Brian Shelley
Producer/Director
Michele Lawson
Podcast Producer
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistants
Ayla McCallum
Tiana Paolucci
Yeonjeong Kim
Music
"Sunshine" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
With funding from
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Recorded at
UP BeatBox Creative Studio, Barrie
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
On this episode, we talk to Noor Siddiqui about her personal story of immigration to Canada and how, after settling in Barrie, she turned her hard-won knowledge about the process into a profession to help others who are coming after her. Today on Resilience Rising.
EPISODE CREDITS
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Community Programs Manager
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
Brian Shelley
Chief Executive and Philanthropy Officer
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Episode Guest
Noor Siddiqui
Newcomer Outreach Coordinator
CFS Counselling + Outreach
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Amanda Fellows
Brian Shelley
Producer/Director
Michele Lawson
Podcast Producer
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistants
Ayla McCallum
Tiana Paolucci
Yeonjeong Kim
Music
"Sunshine" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
With funding from
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Recorded at
UP BeatBox Creative Studio, Barrie
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Today, we’re talking to Sarah Tilley of The Gilbert Centre, who works on the front lines of harm reduction among our region’s most vulnerable citizens. Together, we’ll do some myth-busting as we discuss the reality of Safe Consumption Sites and what they actually mean to their communities. That and more right now on Resilience Rising.
EPISODE CREDITS
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Community Programs Manager
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
Brian Shelley
Chief Executive and Philanthropy Officer
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Episode Guest
Sarah Tilley
Harm Reduction Manager
The Gilbert Centre
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Amanda Fellows
Brian Shelley
Producer/Director
Michele Lawson
Podcast Producer
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistants
Ayla McCallum
Tiana Paolucci
Yeonjeong Kim
Music
"Sunshine" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
With funding from
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Recorded at
UP BeatBox Creative Studio, Barrie
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We’ve all heard about the housing crisis, but is it really more complex than high prices and a lack of inventory? What does it mean to the people who live in our community? What caused the crisis? Is anyone doing anything to end it? What about the long-term impact? These questions and more are what we’re talking about today on Resilience Rising.
EPISODE CREDITS
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Community Programs Manager
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
Brian Shelley
Chief Executive and Philanthropy Officer
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Episode Guest
Jennifer van Gennip
Director, Communications & Advocacy
Redwood Park Communities
https://redwoodparkcommunities.com
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Amanda Fellows
Brian Shelley
Producer/Director
Michele Lawson
Podcast Producer
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistants
Ayla McCallum
Tiana Paolucci
Yeonjeong Kim
Music
"Sunshine" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
With funding from
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Recorded at
UP BeatBox Creative Studio, Barrie
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
If we want to do a podcast about local poverty, we better start by defining what we mean by that simple but complex term. Our guests will share their insights on the impact poverty has on local individuals and families – and what’s being done about it. Join us now for the conversation on Resilience Rising.
EPISODE CREDITS
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Community Programs Manager
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
Brian Shelley
Chief Executive and Philanthropy Officer
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Episode Guests
Christine Bushey
Chair
Simcoe County Poverty Reduction Task Group
https://simcoecountycoalition.ca/poverty-reduction-task-group
Kelly Jones
Circles Muskoka Coordinator
Circles Muskoka
https://www.circlesmuskoka.com
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Amanda Fellows
Brian Shelley
Producer/Director
Michele Lawson
Podcast Producer
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistants
Ayla McCallum
Tiana Paolucci
Yeonjeong Kim
Music
"Sunshine" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
With funding from
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Recorded at
UP BeatBox Creative Studio, Barrie
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Join CFS Counselling + Wellbeing's Amanda Fellows and United Way Simcoe Muskoka's Brian Shelley for "Resilience Rising," the podcast that shatters poverty myths, sparks optimism and fuels innovative change through community-inspired discussions.
Hosts
Amanda Fellows
Community Programs Manager
CFS Counselling + Wellbeing
Brian Shelley
Chief Executive and Philanthropy Officer
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Executive Producers
Michelle Bergin
Amanda Fellows
Brian Shelley
Producer/Director
Michele Lawson
Podcast Producer
Patrick Melbourne
Video Producer
Jake O’Brien
Production Assistants
Ayla McCallum
Tiana Paolucci
Yeonjeong Kim
Music
"Sunshine" Kevin MacLeod (incompetech.com)
Licensed under Creative Commons: By Attribution 4.0 License
http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by/4.0/
With funding from
United Way Simcoe Muskoka
Recorded at
UP BeatBox Creative Studio, Barrie
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.