Community Support and Engagement

Welcome to our Community Support and Engagement hub, your central resource for events, workshops, and services designed to strengthen and enrich our community, with a focus on youth. Here, you'll find information on upcoming activities, access to support services, and opportunities to connect with fellow residents. Our goal is to foster a supportive environment where everyone feels empowered and connected. Stay informed about the latest initiatives and discover ways to get involved in making our community a better place.

Upcoming Events

Commemoration for Reese Stanzel

The Perth & District Community Partners invite you to a community gathering and vigil at the Perth Dog Park in Darou Farm on Sunday, October 26 at 2 p.m. All are welcome.

This commemoration will offer space for healing, reflection, and support. The event will include poetry, a moment of silence, and a special bench dedication in memory of Reese. Mental health supports will be available on-site.

Schedule of Events:

  • 2:00 p.m. – Welcome and moment of silence led by Cathy McNally, Town of Perth’s Community Services Director
  • 2:05 p.m. – Poem read by Victoria Gibb-Carsley, Executive Director of the Perth and District Community Foundation
  • 2:15 p.m. – Live performance by Linda Grenier Music – Long Sault Trio
  • 2:30 p.m. – “My hope for our community is…” reflection activity
  • 2:35 p.m. – Bench dedication by Mayor Judy Brown
  • 2:45 p.m. – Ringing of bells
  • 2:50 p.m. – Event concludes

Responses to Questions from the Parent/Guardian and Caregiver Community Meeting

In late 2024, Kevin Cameron presented to our community about post-trauma responses and supports following the death of Reese Stanzel. Participants submitted questions following the gathering, and Kevin has responded to them in this video.

Community Meeting: Follow Up Notes

Community Partners

Emergency Support Lines

If you or someone you know needs immediate support, the following services are available 24/7 (if your or someone else's safety is at risk, call 9-1-1 right away);

ConnexOntario (free 24/7 access to mental health information)

  • Call: 1-866-531-2600
  • Text CONNEX to 247247
  • Live chat available on their website
Good2Talk (support for post-secondary students)


  • Call: 1-866-925-5454
  • Text GOOD2TALKON to 686868
  • Online chat

Kids Help Phone

  • Call: 1-800-668-6868
  • Youth can text CONNECT to 686868
  • Adults can text CONNECT 741741
  • Online chat

Lanark, Leeds and Grenville Addictions and Mental Health

  • Mental Health Crisis Line: 1-866-281-2911.

Suicide Crisis Help Line

  • Call: 9-8-8
  • Text: 9-8-8

Looking for other programs and resources in our local area?

The Perth & District Union Public Library's Community Resources page offers contacts, information, and more for various supports in our community.