Special Edition: Mental Health Commission of Canada set to inquire, inspire, and improve
Ambitious 10-year strategic plan aims at transformational change in Canada’s mental health landscape
First Responder Q&A COVID-19 Resource
We have received questions that discussed internal or administrative scenarios within an organization that due to the unique nature of, we are unable to provide
Shining A Light On Mental Health In Black Communities
Quick Stats COVID-19 Considerations for promoting mental health in Black communities Whether you’re a Black person, a health-care professional, or an organization focused on building
Ghost in the Machine: Tackling Structural Stigma in Health-Care
Learn more about the Mental Health Commission of Canada’s multi-year project to better comprehend and address mental health- and substance use-related structural stigma in health
Feeding on isolation
The first week of February marks Eating Disorders Awareness Week, a national public awareness campaign dedicated to shedding light on the reality of eating disorders (EDs) and the people they affect.
Structural stigma: The health-care crisis hiding in plain sight
When Thomas Ungar, psychiatrist-in-chief at St. Michael’s Hospital and associate professor at the University of Toronto, was asked to describe the structural stigma that spells poorer health outcomes for people living with mental illness and substance use disorders, he responded in a most unusual way.
Goal Setting in a Year of Uncertainty
The start of a new year usually means setting new goals and laying out fresh plans. But of course this year we need to adapt
Sharing your Story Safely
Sharing a personal story about mental illness, trauma, or any life-changing experience can reinforce feelings of strength, resilience, and perseverance. It’s also one of the
LOCKDOWN LIFE: Mental Health Impacts of COVID-19 on Youth in Canada
What is this report about? The purpose of this report is to outline the findings from the HEADSTRONG COVID-19 Survey to improve service programming and
