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Mental health problems and illnesses affect more people in Canada than some of the major physical disorders. Together, we accelerate change to transform Canada’s mental health system.
Establishing the foundation for healthy emotional and social development, as well as prevention and early intervention, are all vital to ensuring the mental wellbeing of every person in Canada as they progress from childhood to adulthood.
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) is the help provided to a person developing a mental health problem or experiencing a mental health crisis. Just as physical first aid is administered to an injured person before medical treatment can be obtained, MHFA is given until appropriate treatment is found or until the crisis is resolved.
Suicide is a serious public health problem that can have lasting, harmful effects on individuals, families, and communities.
Creating a mental health system that can truly meet the needs of people living with mental health problems and illnesses and their families.