Design Your Digital Diet
Design Your Digital Diet Screens may steal our focus from life’s beautiful moments, so how can we re-balance our digital habits? Published: June 2025 Key
Representations
Disability Grief: It’s a Thing
Here’s my definition – and why we need to expand narrow views of disability.
Political Anxiety
Coping With Political Anxiety World events can be overwhelming. Focusing on what you can control can help alleviate stress. Published: May 2025 Key Takeaways Political
Societal Issues
The Prism of Society Societal Issues Identity is complex. It’s layer upon layer of lived experience; informed by our vast and varied make-up. Learn More
Voices of lived and living Experience
Nothing About Us Without Us Voices of lived and living Experience Their vision gave us a steady gaze.Their vulnerability became our greatest strength. Learn More
Lived Experience
Masters of Disguise No More
“Unmasking” is the theme for this year’s Mental Health Week – meaning to remove the “mask” that people living with mental health challenges often wear to protect themselves from stigma.
Lived Experience
Same storm, different boats: A reflection on cancer, inequity and resilience
To mark Cancer Awareness Month, the Mental Health Commission of Canada’s president and CEO Michel Rodrigue offers a personal meditation on the complex landscape of cancer diagnosis, navigating healthcare, and the critical role of privilege in healing.
Breaking Barriers
Systems need to hear from those they serve – these advocates and leaders drive policy change and push for cultural awareness and lived experience in decision-making. Meet the Mental Health Commission of Canada Youth Advisory Council Co-Chairs: Em Alexander and Colbi Mike.
Engaging with People with Lived and Living Experience of Mental Illness Effectively: The MHCC’s Advisory Councils
The Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) recognizes the importance of ensuring that its programs and policies are informed by the knowledge of people who