The Mental Health Commission of Canada, in partnership with Mental Health Research Canada and Pollara Strategic Insights, released new polling showing that about six million people in Canada used AI-enabled tools for mental health support in the past year, with most users finding them effective. The poll found that one in seven people in Canada … Read more
The Mental Health Commission of Canada released Finding New Pathways: An action plan for criminal justice and mental health in Canada, a national roadmap aimed at addressing gaps in care, coordination, and community supports for people interacting with the criminal justice system. Developed over five years, the plan contains 68 recommendations focused on prevention, diversion, … Read more
A new report released by Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences and the Mental Health Commission of Canada reveals significant improvements in schizophrenia care across four provinces, following a two-year national demonstration project. The initiative, launched in April 2023, aimed to close the gap between clinical evidence and everyday practice by supporting health care … Read more
The Mental Health Commission of Canada will see the development of a new program that will support Canadian employers who want to foster the psychological health and safety of their workers. Employment and Social Development Canada (ESDC) is contributing approximately $820,000 over three years to support the creation of MHCC’s Psychological Health and Safety Audit Program. “This contribution from ESDC … Read more
A new report released by the Mental Health Commission of Canada and the Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families, Insights into Veteran and Veteran Family Experiences with Cannabis and Mental Health, summarizes conversations with the veteran community from a dialogue series hosted during May and June 2022. The report found strong interest among veterans and family members to explore cannabis as a … Read more
Michel Rodrigue, president and CEO of the Mental Health Commission of Canada, issued a statement: “It is gratifying to see today’s budget take a step forward to promote mental health and well-being for people facing housing insecurity and for priority populations,” he said. “The MHCC also welcomes the federal government’s renewed commitment to the provinces and … Read more
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues, a new policy brief from the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health and the Mental Health Commission of Canada highlights the importance of addressing the mental health needs and substance use concerns of Canada’s homelessness services sector workforce. “Our study highlights the considerable strain the pandemic has had on service providers … Read more
Michel Rodrigue, President and CEO, Mental Health Commission of Canada, issued a statement: “The Mental Health Commission of Canada applauds a Speech from the Throne that recognizes the importance of mental health, substance use and addictions at this critical juncture to prevent a shadow pandemic. The mental health and substance use health impacts of the … Read more
Michel Rodrigue, President and CEO of the Mental Health Commission of Canada, issued the following statement: “On behalf of the MHCC board of directors, executive leadership team, and staff, congratulations to all 338 MPs elected to represent your constituencies in Ottawa during the 44th Parliament. My thanks also go out to those MPs not re-elected for their … Read more
The Mental Health Commission of Canada released new research and recommendations that highlight the need for improved support for justice-involved people across Canada. In Canada, 73 per cent of federally incarcerated men and 79 per cent of federally incarcerated women live with one or more current mental health problems or illnesses. “Through this research, we set out … Read more
