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The Mental Health Commission of Canada is holding public consultations on a proposed approach to promote more equitable access and outcomes in mental health policy and programs. The IDEALSS framework integrates intersectionality, decolonization, health equity, anti-racism, lived and living…

On behalf of the Minister of Health’s Patient and Family Advisory Council (MPFAC Chair) Betty-Lou Kristy, we are very pleased to let you know that the Minister of Health’s Patient and Family Advisory Council has released its 2022-23 annual report:

Today I noticed an interesting article on isolation and loneliness among older adults in the latest issue of the Mental Health Commission of Canada's The Catalyst newsletter:

Aging without support is becoming more prevalent for older people in Canada. How can we stem the tide? A look at…

Let’s Discuss: Toxic Drugs

The opioid crisis is looming over youth across Canada. Come join the conversation with the Youth Opioid Awareness Program at the YMCA. This one-hour workshop highlights how Fentanyl and Carfentil are worsening the opioid crisis. Learn the use of multiple…

Let’s Talk: The History of Opioids

Opioids has been used for thousands of years for pain and maladies, why is there is a crisis now? Come join the conversation with the Youth Opioid Awareness Program at the YMCA. Learn about how opioids came to be illegal in Canada and how that has…

Mindfulness and Yoga Session

An accompaniment for participants who have completed any workshops in the Youth Opioids Awareness Program. It is important to have a strong and healthy variety of coping mechanisms to process stressful events and without there may be an increase in the risk of…

Direct Registration Link: https://teach.camhx.ca/moodle/course/view.php?id=99

Mindfulness and Yoga Session

An accompaniment for participants who have completed any workshops in the Youth Opioids Awareness Program. It is important to have a strong and healthy variety of coping mechanisms to process stressful events and without there may be an increase in the risk of…

Let’s Discuss: Intro to Opioids

The opioid crisis is looming over youth across Canada. Come join the conversation with the Youth Opioid Awareness Program at the YMCA. The YOAP is offering interactive and engaging workshops for ages 15 – 24 both online and in-person. In this one-hour…

Let’s Talk: How Opioids Work

The opioid crisis is looming over youth across Canada. Come join the conversation with the Youth Opioid Awareness Program at the YMCA. Learn about what opioids are, and how our body reacts when we take an opioid. Discover the differences between a brain with…