Virtual HEADSTRONG Summit Overview
We know that having an in-person Summit is not always possible, but we believe that it is important to let every young person in Canada know it’s OK to Be Brave, Reach Out, and Speak Up for mental health
HEADSTRONG Program Overview
HEADSTRONG is an initiative built to inspire youth to become leaders in their schools. HEADSTRONG leaders challenge stigma, raise mental health awareness, and promote mental
Children and Youth
Growing Together Children and Youth Reinventing support for young minds, creating space for intense emotions and courageous conversations; Every decision we make is informed by
COVID-19 and Early Childhood Mental Health: Fostering Systems Change and Resilience – Policy Brief Highlights
POLICY BRIEF: HIGHLIGHTSCOVID-19 and Early Childhood Mental Health: Fostering Systems Change and Resilience ABOUT THE ISSUEGlobal health emergencies such as the COVID-19 pandemic can have
Learning to create safe spaces for youth
Long before the pandemic, the need to support the mental health of young people was evident. With 50 per cent of all mental health problems established by age 14, the formative years of our youth are some of the most vulnerable.
Performance Measurement in Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health and Well-Being in Canada Key Messages and Resources from a Rapid Scoping Review
In the fall of 2020, the Mental Health Commission of Canada (MHCC) conducted a rapid scoping review (as part of its early childhood mental health
Talking to Children About a Suicide
How to mentally prepare, what to expect (or not expect), and how to respond with language that is helpful, not harmful.