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Statements

Statement by the Hon. Michael Wilson, P.C., C.C., Board Chair, Mental Health Commission of Canada Announcing New Board Members

Ottawa, ON – Following the Annual General Meeting of the Mental Health Commission of Canada held on Wednesday, September 28, 2016, I am pleased to ...
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Statement from Louise Bradley, President and CEO of the Mental Health Commission of Canada to Mark Mental Illness Awareness Week

Ottawa, ON – Hope and recovery.  These are essential messages to convey during Mental Illness Awareness Week (MIAW) as we strive to raise awareness about ...
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Statement from Louise Bradley, President and CEO of the Mental Health Commission of Canada on World Suicide Prevention Day

Ottawa, ON – “Tomorrow, World Suicide Prevention Day, sends an important message throughout Canada and the world—the majority of suicides can be prevented. This year’s ...
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Statement by Louise Bradley, President & CEO of the Mental Health Commission on the occasion of National Aboriginal Day

Ottawa, ON – “National Aboriginal Day is a time for all Canadians to recognize the unique history, cultural diversity and remarkable contributions that First Nations, ...
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May 2, 2016 – Statement from Louise Bradley, President and CEO of the Mental Health Commission of Canada, for Mental Health Week 2016

May 2, 2016 — May 2-8, 2016 is Mental Health Week and communities across the country will GET LOUD and raise their voices in support of ...
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April 15, 2016 – Statement from Louise Bradley, President and CEO of the Mental Health Commission of Canada, following the introduction of medical assistance in dying legislation

April 15, 2016, — The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) supports the federal government’s decision to further study mental health in relation to its ...
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October 20, 2015 – Statement by Louise Bradley Following the October 19th Federal Election

Ottawa, ON – On behalf of the Mental Health Commission of Canada, I would like to extend my sincere congratulations to all federally elected Members ...
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October 5, 2015 – Statement from Louise Bradley, President of Mental Health Commission of Canada, for Mental Health Awareness Week

Ottawa, ON – The Mental Health Commission of Canada is very proud to be once again collaborating with the Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and ...
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September 25, 2015 – Statement from Louise Bradley, President of Mental Health Commission of Canada, at the close of the International Initiative for Mental Health Leadership

Vancouver, B.C. — “The Mental Health Commission of Canada was proud to host more than 350 mental health leaders from eight countries who came together ...
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