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Our Mission

At Mental Balance, our mission is to elevate mental health to the same level of importance as physical health, especially for men and boys who often face unique, unspoken challenges. We aim to ensure they have the support, tools, and safe spaces needed to confront those challenges and transform their pain into positive, constructive energy.

We believe meaningful change begins with open dialogue, strong support systems, and the power of creative expression. Through these channels, we build resilience, foster community, and create space for healing and growth.

Our Why

Mental health challenges affect many men and boys, but too often, they suffer in silence. One in eight men will experience major depression in their lifetime, and men are 3.5 times more likely to die by suicide than women. Stigma, cultural pressures, and societal expectations often prevent men and boys from seeking the help they need.

At Mental Balance, we’re working to break the silence, challenge stigma, and create safe, supportive spaces for healing and growth.  

Our Pillars

Community Collaborations Collaborating with local businesses and mental health experts to offer sports-based initiative that combine physical activity with mental health discussions, helping young men engage with the importance of wellness.

School Partnerships Collaborating with school boards to provide mental health workshops and supportive programs for students and faculty.

Annual Mental Balance Gala A flagship fundraising event that brings together the community to raise awareness, reduce stigma, and generate funds for Mental Balance's vital programs. 

2025 - Say it With Your Chess – The Road to Accountability           

On Saturday, October 18th, 2025 we continued our journey toward wellness with the return of our signature event. This year’s theme, Say it With Your Chess – The Road to Accountability, invited us to reflect, take ownership of our choices, and embrace the transformative power of accountability. Through powerful storytelling, immersive experiences, and meaningful conversations, we explored how personal responsibility shapes our lives, relationships, and futures. It was more than an event—it was a call to action. A moment to pause, reflect, and commit to becoming the best version of ourselves.

Thank You for an Unforgettable Night of Impact

We are deeply grateful to the 461 guests who joined us in support of Mental Balance and our mission to reduce stigma through open dialogue and build stronger community connections. Together, we raised over $5,000 to expand our wellness programs and fund youth scholarships which is a true testament to the power of unity and purpose. Heartfelt thanks to our 18 incredible sponsors for their unwavering support, to the incomparable MC Ebone for creating the vibes and setting the tone, Troy Crossfield for his inspiring presence, and to MM Entertainment and Jerome Lothian for their unforgettable performances that lit up the night. A special thank you to the dedicated therapists who continue to stand beside us, offering their expertise and compassion. Your collective support reminds us that when we come together for wellness, we truly create Mental Balance.

Therapist Profiles:

Kevin Ufoegbune of Nigerian-Canadian heritage is a Christian psychotherapist, registered social worker and educator. Kevin has partnered with City of Toronto, Flavours of Africa, Ryerson University, University of Toronto, TD Bank, and the Toronto Raptors to promote mental health and wellness. Connect with Kevin HERE

Eleazar Nimoh is a registered social worker specializing in supporting children, youth, and adults through anxiety, stress, relationships, grief, loss, and life transitions. He integrates approaches such as CBT, trauma-informed care, motivational interviewing, experiential therapy, and spirituality to help manage anxiety, trauma, PTSD, and depression. Connect with Eleazar HERE

 

Ornella Harris is a registered psychotherapist provide consulting services and workshops to promote mental health, healthy relationships, and self-discovery, especially within racialized communities with  over 10 years of experience in helping adults with relationship issues, attachment trauma, codependency, and healing from unhealthy love.  Ornella is a Reiki Andara Practitioner Master Teacher, Usui Reiki Energy Healer. Connect with Ornella HERE.

Karelene Grant is a registered psychotherapist, Family Professional, Parenting Coordinator, Reunification Therapist with over 26 years of experience. Karlene assists individuals and couples in finding effective communication strategies, supporting each other, and building successful relationships. She is trained in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Crisis Intervention, and Trauma, among other modalities. Connect with Karlene HERE

 

Thank you to our Sponsors:

Past Events

2024 - A Room Full of Mirrors

In 2024, we celebrated transformation with A Room Full of Mirrors. This gala was a powerful reflection of the self-work each individual had accomplished over the year. Surrounded by mirrors, guests saw more than just their physical reflections but also the growth, challenges, and triumphs that shaped their journey. It was a moment to honour how far we had come and embrace the people we had become.

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2023 - Harmony Within

In 2023, we embarked on a journey of introspection and balance with our first gala, Harmony Within. Guests were immersed in an experience that encouraged aligning the mind, body, and spirit through reflective spaces and meaningful connections. A night dedicated to inner healing and setting the foundation for ongoing growth.