Research suggests that having strong relationships with others can help promote longevity and improve overall quality of life. Positive social interactions can provide emotional support,…
Heather SargeantDecember 5, 2022
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Instructors volunteer to “Help score the symphony of Childhood” Inspirational words from Mary Gordon, the Founder and President of Roots of Empathy about the importance…
Sarah AmmendoliaSeptember 27, 2022
Statement by Mary Gordon, Roots of Empathy Founder/President Our Canadian offices, virtual and head office, will be closed Friday September 30th, the National Day for…
Sarah AmmendoliaSeptember 26, 2022
By Roots of Empathy Manager of Research, Emily Standfield Roots of Empathy is committed to delivering empathy programs that children and teachers tell us work.…
Sarah AmmendoliaSeptember 26, 2022
Roots of Empathy in Canada, the United Kingdom, and New Zealand shares in the sadness of the passing of Her Majesty The Queen, Elizabeth II.…
Sarah AmmendoliaSeptember 16, 2022
As we start another school year with the backdrop of the pandemic, we hear in the news a strong focus on a "gap" children will…
Sarah AmmendoliaSeptember 12, 2022
By Heather Sargeant Director of Marketing and Communications, with contributions from Roots of Empathy staff The United Nations states that, “Bullying affects a high percentage…
Sarah AmmendoliaAugust 3, 2022
If you are – you are not alone. Research from the Ontario Teacher’s Federation indicates overwhelming concern - 89% of educators and 83% of parents…
Sarah AmmendoliaAugust 3, 2022
Hello, I’m Mary Gordon and I’d like to tell you the story of what’s happened to our programming and our organization during this pandemic. We…
Louisa RoyMarch 8, 2021