Suicide Prevention Awareness Month
Every year in Canada, an estimated 4,000 people take their own lives. By working together, as friends, colleagues, grass roots organizations and elected officials, we can conquer the shame and...
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9th Digital Mental Health International Congress
Shaw Center 55 Colonel By, Ottawa, ON, CanadaA world-class event set to take place in Ottawa, on September 19-20, 2024. Hosted by the eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC) in collaboration with the Mental Health Commission of Canada,...
Movember
Each November, the Movember campaign seeks to raise awareness and improve mental and physical health outcomes for men around the world. Some show their support with symbolic moustaches, while others...
Transgender Day of Remembrance
Transgender Day of Remembrance (TDOR) is an annual observance on November 20 that honours the memory of the transgender people whose lives were lost in acts of anti-transgender violence. You...
Better Together – A Free Online MHSUH System Transformation Summit
Virtual Event
A Free Online MHSUH System Transformation Summit. Join us March 4th & 5th, 2025 11:00am – 3:00pm EST! Learn more about mental health and substance use health (MHSUH) system change...
World Health Day – My health, my right
April 7th is World Health Day. A global health awareness day under the auspices of the World Health Organization (WHO). The day provides an opportunity to draw worldwide attention to...
International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia
“No one left behind: Equality, freedom and justice for all,” is this year’s International Day against Homophobia, Transphobia, and Biphobia theme. In 2022, we and the Canadian Centre on Substance...
Paramedic Services Week
Paramedic Services Week (May 22-28) reminds us of the importance of promoting and protecting the mental health and well being of paramedics. They do invaluable work to keep us safe and are...
World Eating Disorders Action Day
During World Eating Disorders Action Day, we can help break the cycle of shame and silence that leads to inaction around these diseases.
National Indigenous History Month
At the Mental Health Commission of Canada, we also see this month as an important reminder of our organizational commitment to reconciliation and cultural humility.
Pride Season
Let's come together to spotlight the resilience, celebrate the talent, and recognize the contributions of 2SLGBTQI+ communities.
Men’s Mental Health Awareness Day
On Men’s Mental Health Awareness Day, it’s time to bust the stigma that discourages men from talking about their mental health and seeking help if problems emerge.