Policy & Research
Through our unique mandate from the government of Canada, the MHCC supports federal, provincial-territorial governments, and organizations in developing and implementing sound public policy. Guided by The Mental Health Strategy for Canada and the MHCC’s most recent Strategic Plan, our current policy work focuses on substance use, suicide prevention, population-based initiatives, and engagement. We invite you to explore over 15 years of policy research and recommendations, which can be searched by topic and population group
The high cost of living in Canada has led to increased financial insecurity, pressures on food and housing affordability, and income inequality —which all significantly impact mental health and well-being.
The high cost of living in Canada has led to increased financial insecurity, income inequality, and pressures on food and housing affordability — which all significantly impact mental health and well-being.
