Princeton Red Cross Grant

Community Mental Health Recovery Project

The Princeton Red Cross Grant supports community recovery from the 2021 BC floods by addressing the mental health and well-being needs of those affected. Alongside CHMA SOS, this project offers free counseling and resilience-building workshops to help individuals and families process trauma, reduce stress, and strengthen coping skills.

By increasing access to mental health resources, the project supports emotional recovery, builds community resilience, and promotes long-term well-being.

All services listed below are completely free.

1. Individual Counselling (Up to 5 Sessions per Person)

a. South Okanagan Counselling
Offered virtually or in-person in Penticton.

• Book online: South Okanagan Counselling Booking Page
• Email: info@southokcounselling.com
• Phone: 250-487-3008

b. Shawna Scafe Counselling
Available virtually or in-person in Princeton.

• Book online: Shawna Scafe Booking Page
• Call or text: 250-293-6156

Mental Health First Aid

Learn to assist someone with an emerging mental health issue or crisis until professional help is available.

Contact: Dierra Maynard | 250-295-5560 | dierra.maynard@cmhasos.ca

safeTALK Suicide Alertness Training

A half-day training for adults 16+ to learn the TALK steps (Tell, Ask, Listen, KeepSafe) and how to connect at-risk individuals to help.

• Includes: Hands-on skills practice, expert guidance, and audiovisual learning tools
• Dates: TBD
• Register: Contact Dierra Maynard at 250-295-5560 or dierra.maynard@cmhasos.ca

Art Therapy Workshops

Coming soon – designed to support creative healing and emotional processing. Stay tuned for updates.

Contact Dierra Maynard at 250-295-5560 or dierra.maynard@cmhasos.ca

Community Mural Project

The mural was brought to life through a collaboration between CMHA-SOS, the Penticton & District Arts Council, the United Way & Thomasina’s Cafe. It also marks the launch of a broader mental health initiative led by CMHA to support Princeton residents still recovering from the flood. Tristan Boisvert from the Penticton Arts Council coordinated the entire project, engaging young local artists who contributed to the design and concept, making it a true community effort.