How building a support system helps my mental health
I’m hoping that by sharing some of my personal experiences (because I’m still learning new lessons myself daily), I can help someone else out there.
Top three things I learned from MHFA training
Several months ago, I had the opportunity to participate in Mental Health First Aid training for the first time. It was an eye-opening experience that really made me look inward and assess my outlook on mental health and what living with a mental illness entails.
Politics, protesters and mental health
Just as 2022 was lifting off, residents of Ottawa watched with curiosity and then growing dismay as a parade of large, honking transportation trucks moved into the city’s centre. The trucks were soon joined by a flock of smaller but no less noisy vehicles and before citizens could quite grasp what was happening, an occupation was unfolding in the heart of the city.
Seven ways to cope with the winter blues
Winter blues are more common than you might think. Seasonal affective disorder (SAD) is a form of depression that people in northern climates usually experience during the fall and winter months, when there’s less sunlight.
MHCC Blog Guidelines
The MHCC Blog gives mental health experts and people with lived and living experience a chance to share their stories and insights on a wide range of topics.
Canada’s homelessness service sector workforce: Supporting the overlooked essential worker
News Release From Mental Health Commission of Canada November 30, 2021— Ottawa, Ontario As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, a new policy brief from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health
Mental Health Commission of Canada Statement: Throne Speech
Statement From Mental Health Commission of Canada November 23, 2021– Ottawa, Ontario The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) applauds a Speech from the Throne that recognizes the importance of
Mental Health Commission of Canada gives thanks, offers support this Remembrance Day
Statement From Mental Health Commission of Canada November 10, 2021— Ottawa, Ontario As we prepare to mark Remembrance Day, the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) encourages everyone to pause