Tantalus Wellspring helps make mental health care accessible
Elizabeth Grant and Julia Bresalier met on a rock face years before they ever talked about mental health. But when the two reconnected in Squamish, their different worlds, Grant in healthcare and Bresalier in community social services, kept pointing them toward the same problem, for a huge swath of Squamish residents, affordable mental health support was inaccessible.
Their shared vision became the Tantalus Wellspring Society, a Squamish-based registered charity built specifically to fill the gap. The organization is now asking the community to help shape what comes next through a survey on preferred programming.
TWS thanks Greg Gardner for “Double Your Donations” fundraiser – March 11, 2025
Tantalus Wellspring Society (TWS) extends its heartfelt thanks to Greg Gardner and all who contributed to the success of its “Double Your Donations” fundraiser this past winter. The event raised nearly $15,000, with 100% of the funds directed toward TWS’s Empowerment and Choice program, ensuring that mental health services remain accessible to residents of Squamish and the Sea to Sky corridor.
Tantalus Wellspring Society partners with Greg Gardner GM to support mental health in Squamish – November 30, 2024
The Tantalus Wellspring Society has announced a new partnership with Greg Gardner, GM to support mental health and wellness in Squamish.
From now until December 31, every dollar donated to the Mental Health & Wellness Fund will be matched by Greg Gardner GM, doubling the impact of every contribution.
Tantalus Wellspring Society expands mental health support for youth – June 19, 2024
Following the successful pilot program, the Tantalus Wellspring Society has announced reopening its intakes for a crucial mental health and wellness initiative to support youth and their families in the Sea to Sky region.
New program from Squamish charity aims to improve mental health – April 23, 2023
Squamish charity Tantalus Wellspring Society is launching another initiative to improve the mental health of Sea to Sky folks.
The Squamish-based organization aims to make wellness available to everyone at an accessible cost.
Squamish organization partners with others to reduce costs for activities- January 21, 2023
A local organization has launched a project to help people access activities supporting mental and physical wellness.
The Tantalus Wellspring Society has launched a community initiative called The Collaboration Project. The society has partnered with local businesses and services to reduce costs so that more people can access the programming.
Paddleboard and learn about the incredible cultural history of Atl’Kitsem – July 23, 2022
Tantalus Wellspring Society, with the generous support of Squamish Savings, has partnered with Norm Hann Expeditions to offer two opportunities for people to get out on the water on paddleboards and learn about the incredible cultural history of Atl’Kitsem (Howe Sound), the traditional waters and territory of the Squamish First Nations.
It is one thing to know dental care is important, it is another thing altogether to be able to access affordable dental care.
The Tantalus Wellspring Society, a not-for-profit organization that aims to bring affordable wellness services to Squamish residents, is offering a free dental seminar on Tuesday, Feb. 21 at the Squamish Public Library.
The local not-for-profit Tantalus Wellspring Society is continuing its mission to bring affordable mental and wellbeing services to Squamish residents with a series of workshops for those who may not otherwise be able to access the care they need.
They’re making a difference – Squamish Chief, November 11, 2015
You would expect that a small group of people meeting regularly to ensure people get the help they need are paid employees of a government-funded agency.
DEPRESSED IN PARADISE – THE SQUAMISH CHIEF, NOVEMBER 12, 2015
JULIA BRESALIER AND HER GROUP WANT TO ENSURE THAT MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES ARE AVAILABLE TO EVERYONE IN SQUAMISH
It’s possible to be sad, even in a paradise like Squamish, surrounded by mountains, ocean and fresh air.
