Our latest polling finds that 52% of people who accessed mental health support ended care earlier than planned or needed. We explore how clear goals, trust, progress and support between appointments can help people stay connected to care. The discussion also examines why success means receiving the right support as needs change, rather than simply staying in treatment longer.

AI-enabled tools are already becoming part of how people in Canada seek mental health support. One in seven people used them in the past year, yet only 14% trust them to provide helpful and safe mental health support. We look at what is driving their use, why trust remains so low and what safer, more responsible use could look like as AI becomes a growing part of mental health care.

Screen use is part of daily life. But MHRC’s latest report, Understanding the Mental Health of Canadians, includes a finding that deserves a closer look: people who spend four or more hours a day scrolling social media, watching entertainment or gaming were about twice as likely to report severe anxiety or depression symptoms. We’ll look at what the data show, what they do not prove and how screen habits may connect to coping, distress, connection and the supports people may need.

At 28, Lindsay shares her journey through addiction, family crisis, treatment and recovery. Joined by clinician Susan Raphael, who supported her during a pivotal period, she reflects on the challenges she faced and the support that helped her move forward.

Gordon Lownds shares how a successful entrepreneur’s life unravelled after addiction took hold at 48. Joined by clinician Susan Raphael, the conversation challenges assumptions about who addiction affects and explores recovery, responsibility, support and the possibility of rebuilding a life.

New national polling explores why men may hesitate to seek mental health support, how stigma shapes disclosure and care, and why Canadians are turning to AI tools despite persistent questions about trust, safety, access and their role in mental health.

Beth Beattie, Michael Herman and Doron Gold examine why mental health struggles can remain hidden in workplaces. Through lived experience and professional insight, they explore stigma, disclosure, workplace culture and how leaders and colleagues can create safer environments for support.

Researchers and caregivers examine what young adults and families say eating disorder research and services need most. The conversation explores gaps in care, provider education, treatment practices and caregiver support, combining new research findings with candid lived experience from families.

Three Saskatchewan research teams explore how community partnership, lived experience and cultural context can shape better mental health research, from newcomer youth supports and community arts to access to online care.

Three business leaders explore whether working fewer hours can improve employee wellbeing without sacrificing productivity. Drawing on global research and firsthand experience, they discuss implementing a four-day workweek, measuring results and creating healthier, more sustainable approaches to work for employees.

Senior leaders from Google Canada and Starbucks Canada discuss how leadership, workplace culture and practical supports can strengthen employee mental health, resilience and well-being during periods of significant change.