Community-Based Research Projects: Cannabis and Mental Health
The MHCC is funding 14 two-year projects (2020-22) to address knowledge gaps in the relationship between mental health and cannabis among priority populations.
Seizing the Opportunity to Learn More about Cannabis and Mental Health
The relationship between cannabis use and mental health has been the subject of a lot of research, especially over the last 15 years. Yet the
Cannabis and Mental Health – Priorities for research in Canada
This report is based on an environmental scan and scoping review by a University of Calgary research team that analyzed existing research into the relationships between cannabis use and mental health outcomes. It aims to guide the development of future research and policy development by drawing attention to knowledge gaps in the cannabis and mental health literature. While it highlights research on the potential risks and benefits of cannabis use, it is not meant to serve as an educational, public health or medical guide.
The cannabis and mental health research gap
Over the next five years, the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) will help close the research gap on the potential harms and benefits of cannabis use on mental health, providing a foundation for future policy decisions. Budget 2018 allocated $10 million over five years for this work.
Measuring Progress: Resources for Developing a Mental Health and Addiction Performance Measurement Framework for Canada
This resource was published in 2018. The data may be out of date. Over the last few decades, more and more countries have come to
Leveraging Technology to Address Mental Health and Substance Use in Canada: Meeting Summary Report
Purpose People with lived experience of mental health and substance use, policy‑makers, researchers, and service providers, have identified the potential of technology-based interventions (TBI) to
Take care of those providing care: Psychological Health and Safety in Canadian Healthcare Settings
Description: Mentally Healthy Workplaces Benefit Patients and Healthcare Workers Alike Our country’s healthcare providers are essential to ensuring the efficient, effective and safe delivery of