Reports and findings
Mental health is shaped by a wide range of experiences, environments and pressures. Understanding how those factors are changing requires evidence that is current, relevant and grounded in the experiences of people in Canada.
We conduct and support research to better understand the state of mental health across the country, identify emerging challenges and explore the factors that influence how people cope, seek support and experience care. Our work ranges from ongoing national population polling to focused quantitative and qualitative research examining specific issues, populations and areas where deeper understanding is needed.
This collection brings together our reports, research briefs and findings, including work developed with research, community and sector partners. Together, they provide a growing picture of mental health in Canada, from broad national trends to more focused insights on access to care, workplace and youth mental health, emerging technologies, substance use, belonging and the experiences of communities whose needs may not always be visible in national averages.
Explore the latest findings below, or use the filters to find research by topic.
Mental Health Pulse Check 2025
Our review of mental health in Canada brings together findings on workplace well-being, youth and gambling-related harms. Developed with GreenShield, the report connects these insights to policy developments and identifies priorities for strengthening support, improving outcomes and guiding action in 2026.
Associations Between Social Media Use, Personal Screen Time, and Mental Health Indicators Among Canadian Youth
Youth report the highest screen time and social media use of any age group. Seven or more hours of personal screen time and cybervictimization are associated with anxiety, depression, psychological distress and suicidal ideation, while strong relationships and resilience are protective.
Beyond the Numbers: Amplifying Youth Voices in Navigating Mental Health in Canada
It all begins with an idea.
Rising anxiety and falling access
Self-reported anxiety increased while fewer people accessed mental health support or had their needs fully met. The findings also show low confidence in recognizing poor mental health, financial barriers to care and sharply elevated problem-gambling risk among younger adults.
A Generation at Risk: The State of Youth Mental Health in Canada
It all begins with an idea.
