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In Canada, an estimated 1.6 million children and youth have a diagnosed mental health challenge. The COVID-19 pandemic has had serious global economic and social impacts, and it continues to…

Schizophrenia Demonstration Project National demonstration project to advance schizophrenia treatment and care delivery in Canada What is the issue?  Schizophrenia is a severe mental illness that is associated with premature…

It may not be the most chuckle-worthy subject – however, in public outreach campaigns, it turns out a few laughs can lighten the mood. For this year’s Mental Health Week – focused on the healing power of compassion – we look at ways of connecting and sharing messages that promote health with humour.

Watch: Experiences in Transforming Mental Health Support – What is Stepped Care 2.0? What is Stepped Care 2.0? Stepped Care 2.0© (SC2.0) is a transformative model for organizing and delivering…

At the Mental Health Commission of Canada, we also see this month as an important reminder of our organizational commitment to reconciliation and cultural humility.

Hip hop as a therapeutic approach to building bridges with youth

A world-class event set to take place in Ottawa, on September 19-20, 2024. Hosted by the eMental Health International Collaborative (eMHIC) in collaboration with the Mental Health Commission of Canada,…

April 7th is World Health Day. A global health awareness day under the auspices of the World Health Organization (WHO). The day provides an opportunity to draw worldwide attention to…

Ahead of the International Trans Day of Visibility – an annual event dedicated to supporting trans people and raising awareness of discrimination -- the Stigma Crusher reflects on ways of showing up and showing support.