TORONTO, Oct. 21, 2016—In today’s digitally interconnected world, we must look to new innovations to address some of the greatest challenges of our time such as mental illness. As a strong partner at the Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation (APEC) forum, Canada is well-positioned to lead in the global fight against mental illness. It’s why the government […]
Clay Williams – has just finished running 750 KM in support of Defeat Depression – Canal Pursuit — congratulations!
While running along the Trent and Rideau Canal systems, Clay made an incredible impact speaking at scheduled events, in schools, with organization and with individuals. His personal campaign had a significant impact with individuals currently going through […]
September 26, 2016 Toronto, Ontario Employment and Social Development Canada
Veterans struggling with mental health issues are receiving skills training and the support they need to obtain and retain employment, announced the Honourable Kent Hehr, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence today.
Minister Hehr made the announcement on behalf of the Honourable […]
From September 11th to 23rd, Clay Williams will be running 750 km along the Trent Severn and Rideau Canals, running by 88 locks, ending on Parliament Hill, to raise funds, awareness of depression, end the stigma of mental illness, and to encourage people to reach out for help. Mental illness impacts every family. Research shows […]
Mental Health Now! policy document urges investments in Mental Health for all Canadians
OTTAWA, Sept. 6, 2016 /CNW/ – The Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health (CAMIMH) is excited to announce the launch of its comprehensive policy document, entitled Mental Health Now! This document represents a powerful call to […]
Today, the Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and Mental Health (CAMIMH) announced the four Canadians selected for its annual Faces of Mental Illness campaign. CAMIMH received dozens of nominations, the most ever, from across the country of people living in recovery from mental illness.
‘’All of the stories that we have heard have been truly inspiring. […]
From June until the end of August, Martin Bauman, a young professional is cycling over 7,500 km across Canada, from Vancouver to St. John’s.
While riding under the banner of Keep Pushing – Martin’s Ride for Mental Health. Martin’s aim is to raise awareness about mental health issues while also raising funds. By biking across Canada, he […]
MDSC is very pleased to see that on Friday, July 1st 2016, the UN Human Rights Council adopted a Resolution on Mental Health and Human Rights, led by Portugal and Brazil and co-sponsored by 61 countries, with more countries still joining that tackles discrimination head-on and asks that all countries address the issue with the […]
Dave Gallson, MDSC Associate National Executive Director is very happy to announce that Stewart McKelvey has partnered with us on our Elephant in the Room Anti-Stigma Campaign, raising awareness about mental health in their workplace.
Too often, people are afraid of talking about mental […]
