As Parliament debates Bill C-218 to exclude mental illness from MAID eligibility, experts question if offering assisted death masks a failure to provide adequate mental health support and dignified living conditions in Canada.
A free psychotherapy initiative for New Brunswick youth has provided crucial support to more than 450 teenagers, offering a vital mental health lifeline. Discover the program's impact.
Windsor launches a new Youth Crisis Response Team to provide immediate support for children experiencing mental health emergencies. Learn about this critical initiative.
Discover Woobles crochet kits, the viral, Shark Tank-approved hobby that reduces stress and makes perfect holiday gifts. Explore adorable plushie options from penguins to Harry Potter.
London Health Sciences Centre is changing its mental health benefits for certain employee groups, moving from unlimited coverage to a managed program. Learn about the details and implications.
A major review of B.C.'s health authorities will eliminate over 1,100 positions and redirect $60 million to front-line services. Learn how this restructuring aims to improve patient care.
Tel-jeunes reports a significant increase in youth mental health struggles, partially tied to Quebec's school cellphone restrictions. Learn about the concerning trends and expert analysis.
Alberta Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides announced a $15 million funding plan for student mental health supports on Dec. 3, 2025. Learn how the province aims to tackle this critical issue.
Winnipeg Mayor Scott Gillingham is advancing a plan to create a fourth emergency service dedicated to mental health crisis response. Learn about the proposed model and its goals.
A concerning report reveals airline pilots in Canada and globally are hiding mental health conditions due to fear of losing their medical clearance and careers. Learn about the systemic risks and calls for reform.
The B.C. government has passed significant reforms to the Mental Health Act, enhancing patient rights and oversight. Learn about the key changes and what they mean for care.
A New York psychotherapist reveals a sharp rise in patient distress linked to Donald Trump, describing symptoms like anxiety, anger, and insomnia. Learn about the impact on mental health.
Ottawa residents combine holiday tradition with charity at Royal Ottawa Mental Health Centre tree sale. Discover how buying Christmas trees helps community mental health services.
Northern Ontario's inaugural private mental health walk-in clinic has launched in Sudbury, offering immediate support services. Discover how this healthcare innovation addresses critical gaps in mental health care access.
A new report shows Alberta's health care spending is growing faster than the economy, reaching $9,597 per person in 2025. Discover the key factors driving this increase.
Major school districts and attorneys general sue Meta, TikTok, YouTube and Snapchat, alleging they concealed research showing harm to youth mental health. Learn the details.
Discover how nutritional psychiatry links your diet to mood and anxiety. Learn which foods boost mental wellness and how the gut-brain axis works. Start your journey to a healthier mind today.
Alberta's UCP government introduces fundamental health care legislation allowing private-public shifts, changing payment structures, and requiring health card reapplication.
B.C. government proposes amendments to the Mental Health Act to provide stronger legal protections for health workers delivering involuntary patient care. Learn about the changes.
Windsor-Essex County Health Unit has approved a modest spending increase for its 2026 budget. Learn how this affects local public health services in our community.
A Calgary pediatrician reveals the devastating long-term effects of domestic violence on children's brain development, with Alberta rates at an all-time high. Learn how to help break the cycle.
Canadian YouTuber Mai Pham rebuilt her childhood bedroom in NYC as a therapeutic space. The 22-year-old with 3M subscribers shares her journey from Alberta isolation to family reconciliation.
New research shows Alberta's Bill 9 is causing mental health crises among 2SLGBTQIA+ youth and undermining parental rights. Read the disturbing findings.
After three decades, Papa Roach transforms from nu-metal pioneers to positive rock force. Frontman Jacoby Shaddix discusses longevity, mental health advocacy, and their Calgary Saddledome concert.
Saskatchewan government announces $200,000 funding to expand grief and trauma counselling services through Caring Hearts. Learn how this investment supports mental health.
Financial and psychology experts warn of dire consequences as Canadians bet record sums online, falling into debt. Learn how to identify risks and seek help.
A transformative $35 million donation will enhance mental health services at Ontario children's hospitals, addressing critical gaps in pediatric care across the province.
Exploring how the 'designated patient' in families actually expresses collective distress. Learn how family therapy addresses systemic issues rather than blaming individuals.
Vincent Bolt's suicide attempt led his family to acceptance. Now a psychotherapist, he advocates for Ontario's transgender community. Read his powerful story.
A U.S. jury finds the founder of a mental health startup guilty in a multi-million dollar Adderall fraud scheme. Learn the details of the case and its implications.