Mental Health Research Canada

Content warning: Mention of suicide

New data from our Polling Report reveals a troubling reality: Men are more likely to report suicidal ideation than women, with 35% of men between ages 16 and 24 reporting suicidal ideation or plans (vs 26% of women).

Read the report: https://bit.ly/4jymOEq

This Pink Shirt Day, we take a stand against bullying and promote kindness and inclusivity.
Let’s build spaces that are free from discrimination, harassment and violence.

1 in 4 Canadians (25%) say they currently live with chronic pain, while another 18% say they have experienced it in the past. More than half (55%) of those who currently live with chronic pain have been diagnosed with a mental health condition.
Learn more here: https://bit.ly/4jymOEq

Join us for our FREE webinar, The Right NOT to Remain Silent, where lived experience and expert insight come together to share real stories & hope for change in high-pressure workplaces.

There’s still time to be part of the conversation: https://bit.ly/3LCr1dW

Have you applied yet?

Our Workplace Mental Health Studentship call closes today at 11:59 pm ET.

Don’t miss the opportunity to make a difference!

Apply here: https://bit.ly/4qVYA9v

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This #BlackHistoryMonth, we want to highlight Black Mental Health Canada and Black Women's Institute for Health, for their leadership and impact in advancing mental health in Canada.
We remain committed to building a future where Black voices are centred and mental well-being is supported every day.

New report titled: Online Gambling Among Young Adults. Includes a speech bubble with text that reads: Online gambling isn't risk-free, it's a growing public health concern.

New report: Online gambling puts young adults in Canada at higher risk of financial, emotional and relationship harms. Learn more and stay informed: https://ow.ly/Q5Rq50XGx9U Greo Evidence Insights Mental Health Research Canada

Everyone is talking about mental health today.

Canadians are resilient, yet many face challenges when seeking care.

Check out @mhrcanada.bsky.social’s report, which highlights the opportunities to make the Canadian mental health system more responsive and inclusive: buff.ly/ViuCJEY

Did you know? Ten percent of Canadians are at high risk of developing an ED. Canadians under 35, women, 2SLGBTQIA+ individuals, racialized people, and those facing food insecurity or existing mental health challenges are more likely to be at risk of disordered eating: https://bit.ly/3X2RT8M

Our free webinar, The Right NOT to Remain Silent, explores what mental health really looks like in the legal workplace. Legal leaders will share their experiences navigating mental health, alongside expert insight into why breaking the silence matters: https://bit.ly/3LCr1dW

Join the conversation at our free, upcoming webinar, where we’ll unpack the last 6 months of Canadians’ mental health data. And there’s more! Join us for a live demo of our brand-new National Data Hub, launching in the coming weeks.

Join the conversation: https://bit.ly/4apl64j

Our upcoming free webinar will explore the last 6 months of national mental health, from indicators in men’s mental health and opioid use to the growing use of AI tools in mental health care. This webinar will also feature an exclusive live demo of our new National Data Hub.

https://bit.ly/4apl64j

Our data shows that more than half of postsecondary students (52%) say cost is the biggest barrier to accessing mental health care. This reinforces a critical need for affordable and accessible therapy and counselling options for young people.

Explore more insights: https://bit.ly/44Zfw6z

How can we better support young Canadians’ mental health in 2026?

Explore the Youth Mental Health Data Hub, a trusted snapshot of data showing the diverse mental health experiences of young people across Canada.

Visit the Hub now: https://bit.ly/3Z1mHbi

Wishing you and your loved ones joy and happiness throughout the entire year from all of us at MHRC!

We’re shaping the future of mental health in Canada.
This holiday season, help rewrite someone’s story. Your generosity matters more than ever: https://bit.ly/3QNiZx9

Happy holidays from all of us at MHRC! May this season bring you moments of love, laughter, and time with those who matter most.

A season of giving, a future of healing.
Let’s keep transforming lives through meaningful research. Your support matters: https://bit.ly/3QNiZx9

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Près de 1 jeune adulte sur 4 qui s’adonnent au jeu en ligne vivent des conséquences négatives graves. Une action nationale coordonnée et objective s’impose.

Lire le rapport complet : https://ow.ly/iiqZ50XFJE5

Greo Evidence Insights et Mental Health Research Canada

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Nearly 1 in 4 young adults who gamble online experience significant harm. It’s time for a coordinated, evidence-based national response.

Read the full report: https://ow.ly/euoZ50XFGE9

Developed in partnership with Greo Evidence Insights and Mental Health Research Canada

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Bulle de dialogue contenant le texte suivant : Les personnes qui jouent en ligne ont 45 fois plus de risques de répondre aux critères du jeu problématique que celles qui jouent uniquement à la loterie.

Selon un nouveau rapport de Greo Evidence Insights, du CCDUS et de Mental Health Research Canada, les jeunes adultes au Canada risquent davantage de vivre des conséquences négatives associées au jeu, surtout au jeu en ligne.

Consultez les résultats et recommandations à https://ow.ly/GZ5s50XGoiM

Speech bubble with text that reads: People who gamble online are 45x more likely to meet the criteria for problem gambling compared to those who play the lottery only.

A new report from Greo Evidence Insights CCSA and Mental Health Research Canada highlights that young adults in Canada are at a greater risk of experiencing gambling-related harms, especially through online gambling.

Explore the findings and recommendations: https://ow.ly/Pbum50XGnH0

As gambling opportunities and revenues grow across Canada, it’s important to understand its impact on mental health.

📖 Read the full series here: bit.ly/4o0WhQS

Promotion d'un nouveau rapport intitulé : « Le jeu en ligne chez les jeunes adultes ». La bulle de dialogue contient le texte suivant : « 69 % des jeunes adultes qui jouent en ligne répondent aux critères du jeu problématique. »

Le saviez-vous? Au Canada, les jeunes risquent davantage de vivre des conséquences négatives associées au jeu – des difficultés financières au stress émotionnel – surtout au jeu en ligne.

Consultez le nouveau rapport : https://ow.ly/EjVF50XGprk
Greo Evidence Insights Mental Health Research Canada

This holiday season, give hope for a better future.
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Trigger warning: Mention of suicide

For individuals experiencing problematic gambling, this issue doesn’t just impact their financial situation. It also leads to social isolation, psychological distress, and, in some cases, suicidal ideation.

Explore all the findings: https://bit.ly/4o0WhQS

As AI becomes embedded in everyday life, it's beginning to influence how Canadians seek and experience mental health care.

Our new infographic highlights what Canadians are turning to, how often they rely on AI for support, and the level of trust they place in these tools.

https://bit.ly/3MqNmuZ

Have you applied yet?

Our Mental Health Studentship for early-career Black researchers call closes today at 11:59 ET.

Don’t miss the opportunity to advance your mental health research! Apply now: https://bit.ly/3LlPOSN

Co funded with Black Mental Health Canada

With your support, we’re deepening our understanding of how to better support Canadians on their mental health journey.

Together, we can amplify more than 90,000 voices of lived experience, turning their stories into life-changing research: https://bit.ly/3QNiZx9

Nearly 1 in 4 young adults who gamble online experience significant harm. It’s time for a coordinated, evidence-based national response. New report: https://ow.ly/OEGI50XqEFJ
Developed in partnership with Greo Evidence Insights and Mental Health Research Canada
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