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Understanding the science of addiction: How our brain rewires itself
Nov 6th, 2025When we hear the word addiction, most of us think of drugs (substances), including alcohol. But addiction can also form with activities like gambling, gaming, shopping, eating, sex, social media,…
Budget 2025 builds for tomorrow but lacks support for a mentally healthy workforce today
Nov 4th, 2025The Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) welcomes the federal government’s attention to affordable housing in Budget 2025, recognizing that safe, stable housing is one of the most powerful determinants of…
More people in Canada are using AI as a mental health care tool, but are we ready for it?
Nov 3rd, 2025Responsible innovation is critical when it comes to AI and mental health AI tools are all the rage right now. AI can help us automate simple tasks, summarize complex information,…
The hidden costs of tariffs and unemployment on Canada’s mental health
Oct 20th, 2025As U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods take hold, they will cease to be percentages and threats. Tariffs have real impact on our real lives. In some sectors, it’s happening already….
Community is essential to supporting mental health after catastrophes and emergencies
Oct 1st, 2025Climate change is happening, and it’s an increasing risk to mental health globally. One survey conducted in 2023 found that 75% of Canadians worry about climate change, particularly people aged…
Carlton Cards raising awareness of the importance of human connection to mental well-being
Sep 24th, 2025Annual campaign has raised $435,000 for mental health initiatives since 2021 Mississauga (Ontario), September 24, 2025—Carlton Cards is proud to announce the October 1st launch of its award-winning annual ‘Support…
Canada’s drug poisoning crisis: A call for humanity
Aug 26th, 2025August 31 is International Overdose Awareness Day Drug poisoning continues to cause irreparable harm to our communities. In Canada, opioid poisonings take (on average) 20 lives a day. Yet, public…
Canada Disability Benefit: FAQs and our latest advocacy messages to the federal government
Jul 14th, 2025In July 2025, first payments are scheduled to begin for a new federal income supplement, available to qualifying people with disabilities across Canada.
Self-care simplified: Why it’s essential and how to make it happen
Jul 8th, 2025Part of unmasking mental health is dispelling the myth that self-care is self-indulgent. Caring for ourselves is simply making time to do things that improve both our physical and mental…