Lambton College has partnered with King's University College to help high school students make a smooth transition to post secondary education. The peer-to-peer mental health support program, called "From Tension to Triumph", links post-secondary students with seniors in high school through assemblies and in-class presentations to reduce the stigma associated with mental health issues on campus. Lambton College Professor and Project Lead Charlene Mahon says this will ultimately make the students more successful. [audio mp3="http://blackburnnews.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/Mahon1.mp3"][/audio] Mahon says the feedback has been positive so far and hopes there will come a time where less and less students require help. The mental health initiative is one of 14 across the province to get funding under a new $6-million Mental Health Innovation Fund.
Read More Local Stories
Former health-care worker eyeing spot on CK council
19 hours agoLarry Hutchins is running to be one of two Ward 7 councillors, representing the northeast part of Chatham.
Scoreboard, May 16
19 hours agoThe Detroit Tigers beat the Toronto Blue Jays, while the Pistons are headed to Game 7
CKHA celebrates nurses at first ever Nurses Week Awards Ceremony
20 hours agoThe event was a formal tribute to the professionals who serve serve as the backbone of local health care.
Shed fire near Wallaceburg causes $150K in damage
1 days agoNo injuries are reported after a shed fire west of Wallaceburg, but damage is estimated at $150,000.
Chatham house fire caused by improperly disposed cigarette
1 days agoA house fire in Chatham has caused an estimated $250,000 in damage.
Chatham salon owner running in CK election
1 days agoSandra Dorner is running to be one of two Ward 8 councillors, representing the south part of Chatham.