We welcomed Minister of Health, Marjorie Michel & Parliamentary Secretary Maggie Chi to celebrate Canada’s continued commitment to 9-8-8. A new $120.2M federal investment ensures free, confidential support continues to be available 24/7/365. MORE: www.camh.ca/en/camh-news...

🚨 Today, we released the 2025 CAMH Monitor Report highlighting trends in #alcohol, #tobacco + other #druguse, & #mentalhealth among Ontarians. In the latest report, more people reported their mental health as just fair or poor. LEARN MORE: www.camh.ca/en/camh-news...

New year, new goals — make your mental health one of them. 🧠 There are 10,000+ mental health apps, but only a small fraction are backed by real evidence. Before you download, learn what to look for and what to avoid. Learn more: www.camh.ca/en/camh-news...

Clothing can boost confidence & restore dignity, but for many facing mental health & addiction challenges, access isn’t always easy. That’s why @camhnews.bsky.social’ Suits Me Fine boutique offers free clothing & a welcoming space for patients to express themselves: www.oha.com/news/a-s...

Caffeine pouches can pack 3× more caffeine than many energy drinks and are often marketed to youth — even though their sale is illegal in #Canada. CAMH’s Dr. Michael Mak spoke with The Toronto Star about the risks, especially on the developing brain. READ: www.thestar.com/news/gta/sal...

The Ontario Structured Psychotherapy Program (OSP) at CAMH has launched a new partnership with Lumenus (@LumenusCS) at the Central Toronto Youth Wellness Hub to support and address the needs of local youth aged 18+ accessing services. MORE: www.camh.ca/en/patients-...

Winter may bring longer nights, but our community brings the light. ✨ We hosted our annual Gifts of Light tree-lighting ceremony to celebrate the start of the holiday season—with musical and artistic performances, seasonal treats, and plenty of shared warmth. 🎄

Clothing is more than fabric and stitches — it’s about feeling. Tucked away on our Queen Street campus, Suits Me Fine offers new & gently used clothing to CAMH patients and proudly hosts an annual fashion show alongside fashion icon Jeanne Beker. MORE: www.camh.ca/en/camh-news...

Yesterday, we were thrilled to host our much-anticipated annual Suits Me Fine #fashion show hosted by fashion icon Jeanne Beker! 💃💅🤵 Supporters gathered to watch CAMH patients strut their stuff on the catwalk! Learn more about Suits Me Fine & donate: www.camh.ca/en/patients-...

Last week, Shkaabe Makwa at CAMH celebrated its 5th birthday!🎂 This event was a meaningful opportunity to reflect on our achievements, highlight the impact we’ve made & celebrate with those who've supported our journey so far. Learn about Shkaabe Makwa: www.camh.ca/en/driving-c...

Celebrating research excellence!🎉 Three CAMH scientists have been named to Clarivate's 2025 Highly Cited Researchers list, an honour recognizing the top 1% of researchers globally whose work drives innovation and shapes the future of science. Congratulations to our outstanding researchers!

On #RemembranceDay, we honour the memory of those who fought bravely for freedom & pay our respects to those who served our country to ensure that others could live. Courage exists in many forms, and bravery is in understanding that there is no shame in seeking help and support.

Innovation in mental health requires bold ideas, inclusive teams & long-term support. Through our North Star Initiative, CAMH is expanding our global research impact by recruiting exceptional scientists & constructing the Temerty Discovery Centre. MORE: www.camh.ca/en/driving-c...

The #BlueJays didn't win it all this year - but they're building something special! 🏗️ Through this incredible run, the #Toronto #BlueJays have shown what's possible when teamwork, resilience, and passion come together - uniting a city and a country every step of the way.

The Global Learning Academy is here! 🌍 A new platform from CAMH offering evidence-based, accredited #mentalhealth and #addictions education that supports professional development, advances care and shares our expertise with the world. Learn more: www.globallearningacademy.ca/learn/

Using photos and words, participants from Recovery Colleges across #Canada reflected on healing, purpose & community. The study, co-produced with CAMH’s Collaborative Learning College, highlights how creativity can transform #mentalhealth recovery. MORE: www.camh.ca/en/camh-news...

It's #InternationalDayofClimateAction. A new free course, by CAMH’s Canadian Poverty, Health Equity, and Climate Change Initiative, explores how #income, #housing & access to physical/mental health influences how people experience #climatechange MORE: www.globallearningacademy.ca/learn/course...

✨ Woaaah…we're halfway there!✨ Since breaking ground in January 2024, construction on the Temerty Discovery Centre has been moving full speed ahead—and construction is officially over 50% complete!🚧 Learn about this exciting milestone & the building: www.camh.ca/en/camh-news...

Associate Minister for Mental Health and Addictions Vijay Thanigasalam visited CAMH to dive deeper into how CAMH leads and innovates in research. Learn more: www.camh.ca/en/camh-news...

Dr. Liisa Galea hosts Women’s Health Interrupted, a podcast that explores women’s health with equal parts curiosity, science, and rage. Tune in to the first two episodes of Season 3 now, and make sure to follow the podcast on Apple Podcasts or Spotify! ow.ly/hzgm50XbXJR

#WorldMentalHealthDay is a reminder to all that our #mentalhealth matters just as much as our physical health. If you need help, know that there is support available. #MentalHealthIsHealth #MIAW2025

Through the CAMH Discovery Fund, we’re supporting several major studies to look into #mentalillness across life stages and develop new personalized treatments for the people who need them most. MORE: https://ow.ly/bLZn50X9ezu#mentalillness #MIAW2025

If left untreated, #mentalillness & #addiction can have a detrimental impact on people’s lives. CAMH is committed to eliminating the stigma associated with mental illness because #MentalHealthIsHealth. #MIAW2025

Our Virtual Urgent Care Clinic is open to people in #Toronto aged 16+ for convenient, confidential, same-day virtual #mentalhealth support using a computer, smartphone or tablet. No waiting rooms. No commuting. ⬇️🔗 https://www.camh.ca/en/your-care/programs-and-services/virtual-urgent-care#Toronto#mentalhealth#MIAW2025

The last several years have been challenging; for many, this period has taken a toll on their mental health. Anyone - young or old - can struggle with #mentalillness. Check in with yourself and seek support if you need it because #MentalHealthIsHealth. #MIAW2025

New study from University of Ottawa suggests symptoms of depression & anxiety are occurring at higher rates in Indigenous & racialized individuals. Shkaabe Makwa Senior Director Rennie Linklater weighed in & provided additional context. Read more: https://ow.ly/l2ys50X7cV7

In collaboration with youth, we’ve developed a variety of resources to help you start the #mentalhealth conversation with young people. MORE: https://www.camh.ca/en/camh-news-and-stories/international-self-care-day#mentalhealth#MIAW25 #RightNotPrivilege #NothingAboutUsWithoutUs

This week marks Mental Illness Awareness Week. Throughout the week, we’ll be sharing timely resources, groundbreaking research and innovative tools we’ve developed to make this care more accessible. #MentalHealthIsHealth

Today on #NationalSeniorsDay, we're highlighting the CAMH Memory Clinic, which provides support & solutions for people over the age of 50 experiencing cognitive challenges like memory lapses, changes in personality & more: https://www.camh.ca/en/camh-news-and-stories/camh-memory-clinic#NationalSeniorsDay

This week is the last week to check out Workman Arts' Annual Being Scene Exhibit, which closes its doors on Sunday, October 5. Learn how art intersects with mental health and creativity meets recovery: https://www.camh.ca/en/camh-news-and-stories/where-creativity-meets-recovery

Congrats to CAMH’s Dr. Peter Zhukovsky & Dr. Shreejoy Tripathy, recipients of Brain Canada Future Leaders in Canadian Brain Research grant! They join 22 researchers nationwide advancing bold ideas in brain health. Learn more & see the full list here:https://ow.ly/WE2M50X4Ble

It’s #TorontoClimateWeek! CAMH scientist Dr. Sean Kidd joined us to discuss results from studies that reported 619 heat-related deaths during the 2021 Western Canada heat dome. Learn more: https://www.camh.ca/en/camh-news-and-stories/climate-change-and-mental-health-faq

Adults with #IDD make up 1 in 5 long-stay #psychiatric inpatients in Ontario. New ICES Ontario & CAMH study calls for urgent improvements in care. Full story: https://www.camh.ca/en/camh-news-and-stories/patients-with-intellectual-and-dd-substantially-over-represented-among-long-stay#IDD#psychiatric

You may have heard concerns about a link between #acetaminophen (#Tylenol) use during pregnancy and #autism. However, current research does not show a direct connection. Read our full statement: www.camh.ca/en/camh-news...

Thousands of TeamUHN staff have gained skills in reducing workplace violence through a trauma-informed de-escalation and self-protection program. Read about the UHN-@camhnews.bsky.social partnership and see what happens when leading organizations work together:

#Toronto is undergoing a crisis. To mark #WorldMentalHealthDay, join CAMH & @UofT for an event that brings together experts to explore how the conditions in which Torontonians live—and the challenges they face—are impacting their #mentalhealth. REGISTER: www.eventbrite.com/e/mind-the-g...

A team, led by Dr. Fang Liu at CAMH, is advancing the 1st potentially regenerative therapy for multiple sclerosis (#MS) that could repair nerve damage + restore lost function. They are moving this groundbreaking research closer to clinical trials! MORE: www.camh.ca/en/camh-news...

Mindfulness doesn't necessarily mean having to meditate for hours. On #WorldMindfulnessDay, CAMH occupational therapist Ilan Mester shares three easy ways to reduce stress, improve focus and become more present. MORE: www.camh.ca/en/camh-news...

Congrats to Dr. Benoit Mulsant, senior scientist with the CAMH Adult Neurodevelopment and Geriatric Psychiatry division, for being elected as a fellow to the Royal Society of Canada! 🎉 Thank you for your work to advance research in late-life mood disorders.

Join Dr. Holly Hunsberger (@HunsbergerLab), Assistant Professor at @ChicagoMedEdu, as she presents “Sex, Anxiolytics, & Psychosocial Stress: Vulnerabilities to Aging and #Alzheimer’s disease" as part of the Women's Health Seminar Series 2025-26! REGISTER: www.eventbrite.ca/e/womens-hea...

#Truth & #reconciliation is our collective responsibility. Ahead of the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on Sept 30, CAMH staff + patients gathered to raise the Every Child Matters flag in honour of the Survivors, families & communities impacted by residential schools.

Le Canada fait face à une crise de drogues toxiques, pas seulement des opioïdes. Les drogues de rue mettent des vies en danger. Qu’est-ce qui se passe et que peut-on faire? 👇 scienceupfirst.com/sante-publiq... En savoir plus : crismontario.camhx.ca En collab avec @camhnews.bsky.social

This week, we welcomed the federal Minister of Health, Marjorie Michel! She heard from responders working on 9-8-8: Suicide Crisis Helpline, tried out our VR suicide prevention training & toured our Emergency Department. Thanks for visiting, Minister Michel! MORE: www.camh.ca/en/camh-news...

The North Star Initiative is charting the path to make #Canada the global destination for brain & mental health #research. By uniting world-class scientists and visionary donors, CAMH is accelerating breakthroughs to transform care. Learn more! www.camh.ca/northstar

August 26 is #WomensEqualityDay. #womenmind™ is creating equal opportunities for CAMH women scientists with initiatives like the Leadership Fund, offering leadership training, development & career support. Learn more: www.camh.ca/en/get-invol...

🚨Attention postdoctoral researchers and students! CAMH has launched our 2026 Postdoctoral Research Award Competitions, reflecting an investment in the future generation of world-class #researchers in #mentalhealth. ⤵️Learn more and apply today: www.camh.ca/-/media/Rese...

Meet the Minds is a new series that spotlights the people driving CAMH research. Sharing what they study, why it matters & the human stories behind the science. First up: Meet Dr. Megan Mio, Postdoctoral Fellow with the Centre for Youth Bipolar Disorder! Watch the full video: youtu.be/rQqjJWep3Tw

@TheSUMMITTrial, led by Dr. Daisy Singla, shows Brief Behavioral Activation—delivered by non-specialists is as effective as specialist-provided care for perinatal depression+anxiety. Results published in @JAMAPsych show it also reduces suicidal ideation! jamanetwork.com/journals/jam...

Today is #WorldPhotoDay! Photovoice is a participatory research method that uses #photography to elevate the voices of those with lived experience. Participants from the CAMH Collaborative Learning College shared their perspectives through photos! MORE: www.camh.ca/en/science-a...

Thank you to the outgoing members of our Board of Trustees for the inspiring leadership, passion and expertise they brought to CAMH during such a transformational time in our hospital. #MentalHealthisHealth