Mental Health Assistance

Getting Help: 

The Government of Canada has launched “Get Help Here” this winter, a campaign to raise awareness that free, credible resources are available 24/7 to help support the mental health of people in Canada.

Mental health is an important part of everyone’s overall well-being. Good mental health can help people enjoy life, while coping with its challenges. On the other hand, poor mental health can lead to mental and physical illness, including chronic physical conditions. 

The last few years have been difficult. One in three Canadians indicated their mental health got worse during the pandemic. Many factors can affect mental health, and they aren’t all within one’s control. But there are actions people can take to care for themselves and help protect their mental health overall.

Everyone can access free resources at Canada.ca/mental-health, anytime, from anywhere. They include:

·         one-on-one counselling with qualified mental health professionals

·         credible articles and information

·         self-guided courses and programs

·         peer support and coaching

There is also the Hope for Wellness Helpline for First Nations, Inuit and Métis people seeking emotional support, crisis intervention or referrals to community-based services. It is reachable 24/7 by telephone or online chat. If you feel these resources would be helpful to your clients and stakeholders, we appreciate your support in amplifying the campaign through your channels. The communications toolkit includes social media content, a sample newsletter article, as well as the campaign video.