"This Could Really be a Good Life": Music & Youth Mental Health Part 2

Join us for a full day of enriching conversation, workshops, food, networking and more.

Friday, April 24th - 9:30a.m. - 3:30p.m. with reception to follow.

About the Forum

Music plays a vital role in addressing the youth mental health crisis in Canada, offering a powerful avenue for connection, expression, and healing. Join us for the second iteration of SoundLife Scarborough’s community forum dedicated to music and youth well-being, where we continue to build on last year’s conversations and deepen our exploration of how music can support youth mental health.

On Friday, April 24, join us at the University of Toronto Scarborough for a full day of programming that brings together youth, educators, community partners, artists, and health professionals. Together, we will explore the intersections of music and youth mental health through the lenses of education, community, and industry.

The day will feature a dynamic panel discussion, interactive sessions, and opportunities for shared music-making and dialogue. Participants will engage with initiatives already making a difference while identifying opportunities for deeper collaboration and impact across sectors.

Building on the momentum of our previous forum, this gathering centers youth voices and lived experiences while fostering meaningful connections between communities, practitioners, and researchers.

About SoundLife Scarborough (SLS) @ UTSC

SoundLife Scarborough (SLS) is the centre for music and community engagement at the University of Toronto Scarborough. Our projects foster healthy communities through participatory music-making, ongoing partnerships, and research grounded in reciprocity. We invite members of the UTSC and broader communities to join us in creative, flexible, accessible music-making experiences weekly. This forum is part of our SSHRC-funded project exploring the connections between music, youth, and well-being in our communities.

How to Register

Complete the EventBrite form for FREE registration. Scroll down to the Agenda for a detailed outline of the day! We will be in touch via email in mid-late February with additional Forum details.

Contact Us!

Visit www.soundlifescarborough.ca for more details.

Reach out to [email protected] with any queries or accommodation requests.

Registration closes on Wednesday, April 15th, 2026.

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