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We are a non-profit foundation started in memory of Kelty Patrick Dennehy. The foundation was established in 2001 by Kerry and Ginny Dennehy.

Our goal is the prevention of depression related suicide in young people and to remove the negative stigma attached to mental health. After the loss of their son Kelty, the Dennehy's created this foundation not only to honour Kelty's life but to fund causes aimed at preventing depression-related suicide in other youth. To date, the Kelty Patrick Dennehy foundation has raised over $4 million dollars to fund causes related to youth mental health and suicide. Most noteably, the Mental Health Building at BC Children's Hospital, support for the establishment of a Chair in Depression Research at the UBC/VGH Centre of Excellence for Depression Research, and the The Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre. Follow us on Twitter: www.twitter.com/keltyfoundation

02/15/2026

Understanding how we feel is an important part of mental wellbeing.

The How We Feel app helps children, youth, and caregivers build emotional awareness through simple daily check-ins and practical tools. It’s an easy way to notice emotions, start meaningful conversations, and support mental health in everyday life.

This FREE app was developed in collaboration with scientists, designers, and engineers, led by Pinterest co-founder Ben Silbermann and Professor Marc Brackett from the Yale Center for Emotional Intelligence.

Download the How We Feel app to get started.

02/12/2026

Meet Jolie Chorbajian, Registered Psychotherapist

With over 23 years of experience in the field of counselling psychology, Jolie Chorbajian brings a compassionate, client-centered approach to psychotherapy. Her professional foundation is rooted in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Early Childhood Development, Family Systems, and Individual and Educational Psychology. She is deeply committed to helping individuals identify, rethink, and rewire maladaptive strategies that no longer serve them.

Guided by the principles of compassionate curiosity and a deep belief that we should never underestimate human potential, Jolie’s work is both intentional and adaptive. She has had the privilege of working closely with various Indigenous communities and individuals who are neurodivergent, always striving to remain culturally sensitive and holistically attuned to each client’s lived experience.

Jolie’s practice is grounded in the belief that true therapeutic progress happens when clients are met exactly where they are, with respect, understanding, and an unwavering commitment to their growth.

Jolie is proud to be part of The Kelty Foundation’s Kind Mind team, contributing her expertise to initiatives focused on early mental health support, prevention, and building resilience in children, youth, and families.

Learn more about her work at https://www.rewirecounselling.com/.

02/11/2026

If you are looking for guidance on how to best support your children, these resources from the BC Children's Kelty Mental Health Resource Centre provide practical tips on what to say and how to listen.

Podcast: Supporting Kids Through Trauma https://keltymentalhealth.ca/podcast/supporting-kids-through-trauma

Blog: Talking to Kids About Trauma
https://keltymentalhealth.ca/blog/how-talk-your-kids-about-traumatic-events

We are thinking of every family in Tumbler Ridge.

02/09/2026

Rainy days can slow us down and sometimes bring up big feelings too.
These rainy day feel-good ideas are simple ways for kids, teens, and caregivers to support mental wellbeing at home through movement, connection, creativity, and rest.

Mental health is part of everyday life, and support should be easy to access.

Explore trusted mental health resources for children, youth, and families at the link in our bio.

02/05/2026

Big feelings happen to everyone, especially kids.⁠
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The Unstoppable Unpoppable Thought Bubble is a heartfelt story about understanding emotions, sharing worries, and finding comfort one thought at a time. Written by Vancouver mother and daughter Rhonda and 9 year old Poppy Darch, and illustrated by Gilang Wahyu Setyawibawa, this book helps open meaningful conversations with children about how they feel.⁠
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Stories like this support emotional awareness and connection from an early age.⁠
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Purchase the book here:
https://www.amazon.ca/Unstoppable-Unpoppable-Thought-Bubble-ebook/dp/B0CW1LSZWZ/
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02/04/2026

Save the date!

High Stakes, our annual fundraising event, will take place on November 5, 2026 at the Hollywood Theatre in Vancouver. This signature evening brings together community leaders, partners, and supporters to help advance our mission and expand our impact.

Sponsorship opportunities and event details will be shared soon.

01/22/2026

We’re thrilled to announce that the Diamond Foundation has generously supported our Kind Mind Program! This gift will help us bring enhanced mental health programming to Jewish elementary schools in the Lower Mainland, in partnership with Project L’Chaim

Learn more about the Kind Mind Program at www.thekeltyfoundation.org/schooltour

01/08/2026

Thanks to our amazing community of supporters, thousands of families have access to local mental health resources and social-emotional learning tools through our Kind Mind Program.

Your support helps create kinder, more connected spaces where young minds can grow and thrive.

Want to join us? Head to our website and enter your email to join our newsletter, or email us at contact@thekeltyfoundation.org
to learn more about getting involved.

01/05/2026

A recent highlight of our program was connecting with a young student at his school's confi-DANCE, where he shared some of his favourite parts of the program. Moments like these remind us why the Kind Mind Program exists.

To learn more about the Kind Mind Program, please visit: https://www.thekeltyfoundation.org/schooltour

01/02/2026

A new year means fresh starts and renewed hope for kids, youth, and families in our communities.

As we move into January, we’re grateful for everyone who supports our work to promote mental health early, openly, and with care.

Here’s to 2026! If you haven’t already, we’d love for you to join us — learn more, get involved, and help us build a kinder future for young minds.

Visit thekeltyfoundation.org

12/31/2025

As 2025 ends, we thank every person who believed in youth, kindness, mental health. The end of the year can hold many emotions.

We’re holding space for reflection and intention — and wishing everyone a year ahead filled with kindness, resilience, and support.

12/29/2025

In 2026, we will continue reaching more families through our Kind Mind Program, grow partnerships, deepen impact.

Will you walk with us?

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