Community Focus 2026
Supporting YOUTH MENTAL HEALTH in Burlington
Why Youth Mental Health
Across Canada, youth mental health has become one of the most pressing challenges facing our communities:
1 in 5 young people experience a mental health challenge
70% of mental health issues begin before the age of 18
Many youth struggle to access timely, local support when they need it most
Behind every number is a young person navigating stress, anxiety, isolation, or uncertainty, often without the support they need.
In Burlington, local organizations are stepping up to meet this need. Our role is to support them.
How We’re Taking Action and How You Can Be Part of It
In 2026, Burlington Helping Burlington is focused on raising funds and building awareness to support youth mental health across our city.
We do this by:
✓ Hosting community-driven fundraising events
✓ Bringing together businesses, charities, and residents
✓ Amplifying the work of local organizations
✓ Creating opportunities for people to get involved
Supporting youth mental health in Burlington is a collective effort.
You can:
✓ Donate to support this year’s focus
✓ Attend events and be part of the momentum
✓ Partner with us through your business or organization
✓ Share and amplify the work being done
This Year’s Beneficiaries
These two organizations approach youth wellbeing from different angles but together, they reflect something deeper:
Mental health isn’t just about services. It’s about stability, connection, and environment.
Shifra Homes
Shifra Homes provides safe housing and long-term support for young pregnant women and mothers, many of whom are navigating instability, isolation, and mental health challenges.
Each year, they support women through housing, life skills development, and personalized care, helping them move from uncertainty to stability. Many of the women they serve arrive without a support system, and leave with one.
Their work isn’t short-term. It’s foundational.
By creating a safe, supportive environment, Shifra helps young mothers build confidence, strengthen their mental wellbeing, and create a more stable future for themselves and their children.
Burlington Green
BurlingtonGreen is a local organization focused on environmental leadership, education, and community engagement, mobilizing thousands of residents each year to take action. Through community cleanups, youth programs, and environmental initiatives, they create opportunities for people, especially young people, to feel connected to something bigger than themselves.
That sense of connection matters.
Research continues to show that access to green spaces, community involvement, and purpose-driven activity all play a role in improving mental wellbeing. BurlingtonGreen creates those entry points, turning awareness into action, and action into belonging.