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In episode 30, the ALFA Relations team wrap up season two with a powerful discussion on the future. The squad presents their plans and goals for the podcast moving forward. Moreover, ALFA gets deep and leaves a message to their future children. In addition, they talk about highlights of podcasting so far. 
 
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“Every workout counts even if it’s only for 15 minutes. Just do it.” Anonymous. In episode 29, the ALFA Relations team is joined by Isabel Pasian-Rozahegy to discuss fitness and well-being. Isabel gives her definition of fitness, explains the benefits of exercising, and gives advice on training motivation. In addition, Isabel talks about the inspiration behind her fitness journey and what she finds most challenging with exercising. 
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In episode 28th, the ALFA team is joined by photographer, social media director for CSU, culinary pro, and Concordia’s very own, Melvin Herbilla. He discusses his process of taking photos and some of the work he has done. In addition, he talks about his role as social media director for the Concordia Student Union and his work as a youth worker. Melvin also gives the listeners some background on how he got into professional cooking and what he enjoys most about culinary.
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In episode 27, the ALFA Relations team is joined by co-founder and director general of Grow Still, Jasmine "Jas" Mascarenhas. She explains what Grow Still is, their mission statement and the services they offer. In addition, she discusses the origins, the inspiration, a typical day and the roles and responsibilities at Grow Still. ALFA also talks about their partnership and the importance of a community-collaborative approach.
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CHECK OUT: Care2Share circles (Up coming event on May 26th about Substance Abuse/Addiction)
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Presencing Institute
https://www.presencing.org/
Vipassana Meditation
https://www.dhamma.org/en-US/index

In episode 26, the ALFA Relations team is joined by the man behind ALFA and American ally Jay. They update the viewers on the status of COVID-19 in Canada and the US. They inform the listeners of case numbers, vaccine info and vaccine process. In addition, the team discusses the outcomes/feelings in regard to measures implemented by the Canadian and US governments and how COVID-19 is affecting mental health. 
 
Resources:
Taking care of your mental and physical health during the COVID-19 pandemic
https://www.canada.ca/en/public-health/services/diseases/2019-novel-coronavirus-infection/mental-health.html?utm_campaign=hc-sc-phm-21-22&utm_medium=sem&utm_source=ggl-grant&utm_content=ad-text-en&utm_term=mental%20health%20covid&adv=2122-0008&id_campaign=12663558361&id_source=119762101629&id_content=511679450585
https://www.concordia.ca/health/mental/services.html
https://www.mcgill.ca/wellness-hub/access-care/access-virtual-services
Info-Social 811
Psychosocial telephone advice and referral : Info-Social 811
Tel-jeunes
Telephone: 1‑800‑263‑2266
Website: www.teljeunes.com 
LigneParents
Telephone: 1‑800‑361‑5085
Website: www.ligneparents.com (in French only)
Elder abuse
Province-wide elder abuse crisis and referral
Telephone: 1‑888‑489‑2287
Caregiver Support
Caregiver Support is a free and confidential phone consultation, information and referral service for the caregivers, as well as friends and family, practitioners and health care professionals.
Telephone: 1‑855‑852‑7784
Email: info-aidant@lappui.org
SOS domestic abuse
Free, anonymous and confidential 24/7 service for victims of domestic abuse and anyone affected by it
Telephone: 1‑800‑363‑9010
Provincial helpline for victims of sexual assault
Telephone (24/7):
Montreal region: 514‑933‑9007
Everywhere in Québec: 1‑888‑933‑9007
Province-wide suicide prevention hotline
Telephone: 1 866 APPELLE or 1‑866‑277‑3553
Drug help and referral
Telephone (24/7)Montréal area: 514‑527‑2626
Elsewhere in Québec: 1‑800‑265‑2626

Tel-Écoute – Ligne Le Deuil
Telephone: 1‑888‑533‑3845
Website: www.tel-ecoute.org/services (French only)
Deuil-jeunesse
Telephone consultation, individual and family interventions for both adults and children. 
Telephone: 1‑855‑889‑3666 
Website: www.deuil-jeunesse.com (in French only)
Crisis help line
Community organization that supports people experiencing emotional distress
Telephone: 1 855 EN LIGNE or 514‑278‑2130
Québec telephone crisis lines
Locate a Québec telephone crisis line in your area at www.lignedecoute.ca (in French only).
Mouvement santé mentale Québec
Toolkit for strengthening mental health at work.
Website: https://mouvementsmq.ca/trousse_covid/ (in French only)
Protecting your well-being – American Sign language
Protecting your well-being in the COVID-19 pandemic – American Sign language (ASL) 
Learn more
Don’t forget about mental health while at home! (PDF 304 Kb)
Don’t forget about mental health! (PDF 304 Kb)
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How to recognize a reliable source of information on health
Preventing deconditioning in seniors during the pandemic

“When people talk, listen completely. Most people never listen.” Ernest Hemingway. In episode 25, the ALFA Relations team is joined by Elizabete dos Santos to discuss workplace conflict. She explains her background in HR, conflict scenarios, and ultimately how to prevent them. In addition, ALFA explores the differences between AHSC’s Human Relations program versus HEC’s, the most suitable methods for resolving conflict and how textbook knowledge gets thrown out once in the workforce. 
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