Mental Health Research Canada
@mhrcanada.bsky.social
Over 1 in 4 Canadians face daily mental health challenges — Our friends, our family, our loved ones.
MHRC fuels progress through research, collaboration, and evidence-based insights to offer real solutions. Because without research, it's just guesswork.
MHRC fuels progress through research, collaboration, and evidence-based insights to offer real solutions. Because without research, it's just guesswork.
Behind every statistic is a story of courage.
Your support helps turn mental health research into hope for youth living with eating disorders, and for the families who never stop believing in recovery: https://bit.ly/43w8A0d
Your support helps turn mental health research into hope for youth living with eating disorders, and for the families who never stop believing in recovery: https://bit.ly/43w8A0d
December 2, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Behind every statistic is a story of courage.
Your support helps turn mental health research into hope for youth living with eating disorders, and for the families who never stop believing in recovery: https://bit.ly/43w8A0d
Your support helps turn mental health research into hope for youth living with eating disorders, and for the families who never stop believing in recovery: https://bit.ly/43w8A0d
Women’s Mental Health Report shows that women are more likely than men to reach out for support when they need it (16% vs. 11%). This #WomensBrainHealthDay, we’re highlighting the importance of mental health care designed with women in mind.
Full report: https://grnshld.com/wmhreport2025
Full report: https://grnshld.com/wmhreport2025
December 2, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Women’s Mental Health Report shows that women are more likely than men to reach out for support when they need it (16% vs. 11%). This #WomensBrainHealthDay, we’re highlighting the importance of mental health care designed with women in mind.
Full report: https://grnshld.com/wmhreport2025
Full report: https://grnshld.com/wmhreport2025
Free data. Real change. Your donation makes groundbreaking mental health insights accessible to all.
Join the movement: https://bit.ly/3QNiZx9
Join the movement: https://bit.ly/3QNiZx9
November 28, 2025 at 12:31 PM
Free data. Real change. Your donation makes groundbreaking mental health insights accessible to all.
Join the movement: https://bit.ly/3QNiZx9
Join the movement: https://bit.ly/3QNiZx9
We are still accepting applications for our Mental Health Studentship call.
Seize the opportunity to contribute to meaningful change: https://bit.ly/3LlPOSN
Co funded with Black Mental Health Canada.
Seize the opportunity to contribute to meaningful change: https://bit.ly/3LlPOSN
Co funded with Black Mental Health Canada.
November 26, 2025 at 4:07 PM
We are still accepting applications for our Mental Health Studentship call.
Seize the opportunity to contribute to meaningful change: https://bit.ly/3LlPOSN
Co funded with Black Mental Health Canada.
Seize the opportunity to contribute to meaningful change: https://bit.ly/3LlPOSN
Co funded with Black Mental Health Canada.
We are still accepting applications for our Annual Indigenous Mental Health Studentship!
Open to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis researchers. Deadline is today: https://bit.ly/46AlTNL
Co-funded with Mitacs, Empire Life, the IWFC, Michael Smith Health Research BC and SHRF.
Open to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis researchers. Deadline is today: https://bit.ly/46AlTNL
Co-funded with Mitacs, Empire Life, the IWFC, Michael Smith Health Research BC and SHRF.
November 25, 2025 at 6:19 PM
We are still accepting applications for our Annual Indigenous Mental Health Studentship!
Open to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis researchers. Deadline is today: https://bit.ly/46AlTNL
Co-funded with Mitacs, Empire Life, the IWFC, Michael Smith Health Research BC and SHRF.
Open to First Nations, Inuit, and Métis researchers. Deadline is today: https://bit.ly/46AlTNL
Co-funded with Mitacs, Empire Life, the IWFC, Michael Smith Health Research BC and SHRF.
Climate change is affecting more than our planet; it’s impacting our minds.
Support research that helps us understand, adapt, and build a healthier future: https://bit.ly/4p9bfVL
Support research that helps us understand, adapt, and build a healthier future: https://bit.ly/4p9bfVL
November 25, 2025 at 5:57 PM
Climate change is affecting more than our planet; it’s impacting our minds.
Support research that helps us understand, adapt, and build a healthier future: https://bit.ly/4p9bfVL
Support research that helps us understand, adapt, and build a healthier future: https://bit.ly/4p9bfVL
Transforming prevention into possibility: MHRC-funded research is harnessing innovative technology to identify and stop opioid overdoses before they happen.
Because every life saved is proof that innovation matters: https://bit.ly/3LNWbhX
Because every life saved is proof that innovation matters: https://bit.ly/3LNWbhX
November 19, 2025 at 1:51 PM
Transforming prevention into possibility: MHRC-funded research is harnessing innovative technology to identify and stop opioid overdoses before they happen.
Because every life saved is proof that innovation matters: https://bit.ly/3LNWbhX
Because every life saved is proof that innovation matters: https://bit.ly/3LNWbhX
Don’t miss out!
Our new studentship opportunity focused on Black men’s mental health is now open! Become a catalyst of change: https://bit.ly/3LlPOSN
Co funded with Black Mental Health Canada
Our new studentship opportunity focused on Black men’s mental health is now open! Become a catalyst of change: https://bit.ly/3LlPOSN
Co funded with Black Mental Health Canada
November 18, 2025 at 6:40 PM
Don’t miss out!
Our new studentship opportunity focused on Black men’s mental health is now open! Become a catalyst of change: https://bit.ly/3LlPOSN
Co funded with Black Mental Health Canada
Our new studentship opportunity focused on Black men’s mental health is now open! Become a catalyst of change: https://bit.ly/3LlPOSN
Co funded with Black Mental Health Canada
Advance Indigenous mental health research. Apply for our $15K Annual Indigenous Studentship and make an impact today.
Don’t miss this funding opportunity!
https://bit.ly/46AlTNL
Co-funded with Mitacs, Empire Life, IWFC, Michael Smith Health Research BC and Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation.
Don’t miss this funding opportunity!
https://bit.ly/46AlTNL
Co-funded with Mitacs, Empire Life, IWFC, Michael Smith Health Research BC and Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation.
November 11, 2025 at 6:14 PM
Advance Indigenous mental health research. Apply for our $15K Annual Indigenous Studentship and make an impact today.
Don’t miss this funding opportunity!
https://bit.ly/46AlTNL
Co-funded with Mitacs, Empire Life, IWFC, Michael Smith Health Research BC and Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation.
Don’t miss this funding opportunity!
https://bit.ly/46AlTNL
Co-funded with Mitacs, Empire Life, IWFC, Michael Smith Health Research BC and Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation.
At the 11th hour, on the 11th day, of the 11th month, we come together to reflect on the courage and sacrifices of Canada’s Veterans.
We honour them today and every day.
Lest we forget.
We honour them today and every day.
Lest we forget.
November 11, 2025 at 4:00 PM
At the 11th hour, on the 11th day, of the 11th month, we come together to reflect on the courage and sacrifices of Canada’s Veterans.
We honour them today and every day.
Lest we forget.
We honour them today and every day.
Lest we forget.
Advance your research on Black men’s mental health with this opportunity!
We're proud to partner with Black Mental Health Canada on this Studentship call for early-career Black researchers interested in building a more accessible and impactful mental health system in Canada: https://bit.ly/3LlPOSN
We're proud to partner with Black Mental Health Canada on this Studentship call for early-career Black researchers interested in building a more accessible and impactful mental health system in Canada: https://bit.ly/3LlPOSN
November 5, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Advance your research on Black men’s mental health with this opportunity!
We're proud to partner with Black Mental Health Canada on this Studentship call for early-career Black researchers interested in building a more accessible and impactful mental health system in Canada: https://bit.ly/3LlPOSN
We're proud to partner with Black Mental Health Canada on this Studentship call for early-career Black researchers interested in building a more accessible and impactful mental health system in Canada: https://bit.ly/3LlPOSN
Our $15K Indigenous Studentship supports First Nations, Inuit, and Métis researchers working to improve mental health outcomes in Indigenous communities.
https://bit.ly/46AlTNL
Co-funded with Mitacs, Empire Life, IWFC, Michael Smith Health Research BC & Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation.
https://bit.ly/46AlTNL
Co-funded with Mitacs, Empire Life, IWFC, Michael Smith Health Research BC & Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation.
November 4, 2025 at 7:18 PM
Our $15K Indigenous Studentship supports First Nations, Inuit, and Métis researchers working to improve mental health outcomes in Indigenous communities.
https://bit.ly/46AlTNL
Co-funded with Mitacs, Empire Life, IWFC, Michael Smith Health Research BC & Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation.
https://bit.ly/46AlTNL
Co-funded with Mitacs, Empire Life, IWFC, Michael Smith Health Research BC & Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation.
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@PolicyWise.com is sharing resources to empower the social-serving community.
@mhrcanada.bsky.social report that examines how factors such as ethnicity, gender identity, and access to services intersect with the mental health of Canadian youth.
Learn more at: buff.ly/5BapRr2
@mhrcanada.bsky.social report that examines how factors such as ethnicity, gender identity, and access to services intersect with the mental health of Canadian youth.
Learn more at: buff.ly/5BapRr2
October 28, 2025 at 8:04 PM
@PolicyWise.com is sharing resources to empower the social-serving community.
@mhrcanada.bsky.social report that examines how factors such as ethnicity, gender identity, and access to services intersect with the mental health of Canadian youth.
Learn more at: buff.ly/5BapRr2
@mhrcanada.bsky.social report that examines how factors such as ethnicity, gender identity, and access to services intersect with the mental health of Canadian youth.
Learn more at: buff.ly/5BapRr2
NEW STUDENTSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT!
We are excited to partner with Black Mental Health Canada to announce an upcoming studentship opportunity in Black men’s mental health.
Stay tuned for more details about this unique opportunity!
We are excited to partner with Black Mental Health Canada to announce an upcoming studentship opportunity in Black men’s mental health.
Stay tuned for more details about this unique opportunity!
October 30, 2025 at 3:53 PM
NEW STUDENTSHIP ANNOUNCEMENT!
We are excited to partner with Black Mental Health Canada to announce an upcoming studentship opportunity in Black men’s mental health.
Stay tuned for more details about this unique opportunity!
We are excited to partner with Black Mental Health Canada to announce an upcoming studentship opportunity in Black men’s mental health.
Stay tuned for more details about this unique opportunity!
Happy Thanksgiving!
Whether you’re spending today with loved ones, connecting with your community, or taking time for yourself, we hope it brings you moments of comfort and gratitude.
We are so thankful for your support and generosity throughout the year.
Make an impact:
https://bit.ly/3QNiZx9
Whether you’re spending today with loved ones, connecting with your community, or taking time for yourself, we hope it brings you moments of comfort and gratitude.
We are so thankful for your support and generosity throughout the year.
Make an impact:
https://bit.ly/3QNiZx9
October 13, 2025 at 6:51 PM
Happy Thanksgiving!
Whether you’re spending today with loved ones, connecting with your community, or taking time for yourself, we hope it brings you moments of comfort and gratitude.
We are so thankful for your support and generosity throughout the year.
Make an impact:
https://bit.ly/3QNiZx9
Whether you’re spending today with loved ones, connecting with your community, or taking time for yourself, we hope it brings you moments of comfort and gratitude.
We are so thankful for your support and generosity throughout the year.
Make an impact:
https://bit.ly/3QNiZx9
October 10 is World Mental Health Day!
Investing in mental health helps families, communities, and economies recover from crises, build long-term resilience, and shape stronger health systems.
Learn how we are contributing to a Canada with better mental health for all: https://bit.ly/34VFBb2
Investing in mental health helps families, communities, and economies recover from crises, build long-term resilience, and shape stronger health systems.
Learn how we are contributing to a Canada with better mental health for all: https://bit.ly/34VFBb2
October 10, 2025 at 12:44 PM
October 10 is World Mental Health Day!
Investing in mental health helps families, communities, and economies recover from crises, build long-term resilience, and shape stronger health systems.
Learn how we are contributing to a Canada with better mental health for all: https://bit.ly/34VFBb2
Investing in mental health helps families, communities, and economies recover from crises, build long-term resilience, and shape stronger health systems.
Learn how we are contributing to a Canada with better mental health for all: https://bit.ly/34VFBb2
This World Mental Health Day, we face a stark reality: far too many Canadians are still left without the mental health care they need.
You can change that. Every donation brings us closer to support that reaches everyone, no matter their circumstances: https://bit.ly/3QNiZx9
You can change that. Every donation brings us closer to support that reaches everyone, no matter their circumstances: https://bit.ly/3QNiZx9
October 6, 2025 at 6:59 PM
This World Mental Health Day, we face a stark reality: far too many Canadians are still left without the mental health care they need.
You can change that. Every donation brings us closer to support that reaches everyone, no matter their circumstances: https://bit.ly/3QNiZx9
You can change that. Every donation brings us closer to support that reaches everyone, no matter their circumstances: https://bit.ly/3QNiZx9
This #NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation, we reflect on the impact of residential schools and honour First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples.
The Indigenous Women’s Fund of Canada supports Indigenous women through education, empowerment, and community-driven programs: https://bit.ly/3zQ83KF
The Indigenous Women’s Fund of Canada supports Indigenous women through education, empowerment, and community-driven programs: https://bit.ly/3zQ83KF
September 30, 2025 at 7:11 PM
This #NationalDayforTruthandReconciliation, we reflect on the impact of residential schools and honour First Nations, Métis, and Inuit peoples.
The Indigenous Women’s Fund of Canada supports Indigenous women through education, empowerment, and community-driven programs: https://bit.ly/3zQ83KF
The Indigenous Women’s Fund of Canada supports Indigenous women through education, empowerment, and community-driven programs: https://bit.ly/3zQ83KF
Canada counts on us. We count on you. Donate today to strengthen mental health coast to coast.
https://bit.ly/3CTnIo3
https://bit.ly/3CTnIo3
September 19, 2025 at 12:43 PM
Canada counts on us. We count on you. Donate today to strengthen mental health coast to coast.
https://bit.ly/3CTnIo3
https://bit.ly/3CTnIo3
Our latest Poll report shows higher usage among youth (16%), racialized Canadians (11%), and 2SLGBQ+ communities (14%). These equity-deserving groups are more often turning to AI as an alternative to traditional mental health care.
🔎 Full report: https://bit.ly/3K2olVz
🔎 Full report: https://bit.ly/3K2olVz
September 17, 2025 at 4:13 PM
Our latest Poll report shows higher usage among youth (16%), racialized Canadians (11%), and 2SLGBQ+ communities (14%). These equity-deserving groups are more often turning to AI as an alternative to traditional mental health care.
🔎 Full report: https://bit.ly/3K2olVz
🔎 Full report: https://bit.ly/3K2olVz
Our new research award explores the pathways Canadian Veterans take to rebuild identity, purpose, and resilience after military release.
Apply today: https://bit.ly/462qg3V
Co-launched and funded by the Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families, with support from Mood Disorders Society of Canada.
Apply today: https://bit.ly/462qg3V
Co-launched and funded by the Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families, with support from Mood Disorders Society of Canada.
September 16, 2025 at 7:09 PM
Our new research award explores the pathways Canadian Veterans take to rebuild identity, purpose, and resilience after military release.
Apply today: https://bit.ly/462qg3V
Co-launched and funded by the Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families, with support from Mood Disorders Society of Canada.
Apply today: https://bit.ly/462qg3V
Co-launched and funded by the Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families, with support from Mood Disorders Society of Canada.
This month, we come together to raise awareness, break the stigma, and remind those who are struggling that they're not alone.
Every conversation, act of kindness, and resource shared can make a difference.
Let’s work together to create a world where mental health is supported.💙
Every conversation, act of kindness, and resource shared can make a difference.
Let’s work together to create a world where mental health is supported.💙
September 10, 2025 at 3:49 PM
This month, we come together to raise awareness, break the stigma, and remind those who are struggling that they're not alone.
Every conversation, act of kindness, and resource shared can make a difference.
Let’s work together to create a world where mental health is supported.💙
Every conversation, act of kindness, and resource shared can make a difference.
Let’s work together to create a world where mental health is supported.💙
Just released: Poll 25!
This ongoing series shares what Canadians are telling us about their mental health, and the challenges they face:
🔹 Rise of AI tools in mental health support
🔹 Connection between sexual & reproductive health issues and mental health
And more!
https://bit.ly/3K2olVz
This ongoing series shares what Canadians are telling us about their mental health, and the challenges they face:
🔹 Rise of AI tools in mental health support
🔹 Connection between sexual & reproductive health issues and mental health
And more!
https://bit.ly/3K2olVz
September 10, 2025 at 2:15 PM
Just released: Poll 25!
This ongoing series shares what Canadians are telling us about their mental health, and the challenges they face:
🔹 Rise of AI tools in mental health support
🔹 Connection between sexual & reproductive health issues and mental health
And more!
https://bit.ly/3K2olVz
This ongoing series shares what Canadians are telling us about their mental health, and the challenges they face:
🔹 Rise of AI tools in mental health support
🔹 Connection between sexual & reproductive health issues and mental health
And more!
https://bit.ly/3K2olVz
Curious about how to navigate the Youth Mental Health Data Hub? We’ve created a step-by-step video tutorial to help you make the most of this tool.
You’ll learn how to:
✅ Explore youth mental health data by demographics
✅ Find insights on key subgroups
👉 Start exploring: https://bit.ly/4mFUhNV
You’ll learn how to:
✅ Explore youth mental health data by demographics
✅ Find insights on key subgroups
👉 Start exploring: https://bit.ly/4mFUhNV
How to use our Youth Mental Health Data Hub
Watch the guided tutorial video to learn more about using the interactive features of the dashboard.
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September 9, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Curious about how to navigate the Youth Mental Health Data Hub? We’ve created a step-by-step video tutorial to help you make the most of this tool.
You’ll learn how to:
✅ Explore youth mental health data by demographics
✅ Find insights on key subgroups
👉 Start exploring: https://bit.ly/4mFUhNV
You’ll learn how to:
✅ Explore youth mental health data by demographics
✅ Find insights on key subgroups
👉 Start exploring: https://bit.ly/4mFUhNV
There’s still time!
Join us for a conversation with Gord Lownds, co-founder of Sleep Country Canada, as he shares his journey through addiction and recovery. Also joining the conversation: Susan Raphael, certified drug and alcohol counsellor.
📅 Tomorrow | 1 p.m. ET
https://bit.ly/3IMhbnX
Join us for a conversation with Gord Lownds, co-founder of Sleep Country Canada, as he shares his journey through addiction and recovery. Also joining the conversation: Susan Raphael, certified drug and alcohol counsellor.
📅 Tomorrow | 1 p.m. ET
https://bit.ly/3IMhbnX
September 8, 2025 at 7:05 PM
There’s still time!
Join us for a conversation with Gord Lownds, co-founder of Sleep Country Canada, as he shares his journey through addiction and recovery. Also joining the conversation: Susan Raphael, certified drug and alcohol counsellor.
📅 Tomorrow | 1 p.m. ET
https://bit.ly/3IMhbnX
Join us for a conversation with Gord Lownds, co-founder of Sleep Country Canada, as he shares his journey through addiction and recovery. Also joining the conversation: Susan Raphael, certified drug and alcohol counsellor.
📅 Tomorrow | 1 p.m. ET
https://bit.ly/3IMhbnX