John English JMS School Council’s new Digital Wellness subcommittee intends to raise awareness about the impact of technology on students’ learning and development and share manageable strategies to manage the influx of technology demands.

Digital Wellness Speaker Series:

September 16, 2026 @7:30pm: Back to School With Unplugged Canada and Dr. Alison Yeung

Join Unplugged Canada and Dr. Alison Yeung, Family Physician, for a free webinar. This session is for parents and caregivers looking for clear, credible information on the impacts of smartphones and social media on kids — and why so many doctors and psychologists recommend delaying. We’ll cover: – The research on smartphones, social media, and youth mental health – Why delaying together changes the norm – Unplugged Canada resources and programs to support your community The talk runs 75 minutes, with an optional 15-minute live Q&A at the end for anyone who’d like to stay and ask questions. Whether you’ve already made the decision to delay, you’re weighing it, or you’re just curious about the research and Unplugged Canada’s approach, this session is for you.

December 2026: Unplugged Canada member

January 2027: Paul Davies