We were thrilled to celebrate the nearly 600 hardworking and dedicated #staff , #volunteers & #physicians who have collectively given this organization more than 6285 years of service!

Congrats to everyone who celebrated milestones between 5 & 40 years of working at CAMH! 🎉🥳🎈

On #NationalVolunteerWeek , we want to thank the many #volunteers who have given their time and shared their talent to help our patients on their journeys.

Together, we choose #hope . 🙏💜💛❤️

Learn more and get involved!:
➡️camh.ca/en/get-involve…

#NVW #NVW 24

📣We’re kicking off #NVW2024 with a big announcement: Alongside Volunteer Toronto we're sharing the recipients of the #PowerOfUs Microgrants! 35 resident-led groups receive $1000 for civic engagement projects in Toronto.⭐

See the #PowerOfUs grantees: torontofoundation.ca/powerofus

Today is #NationalPetDay ! 🐶🐱🐍🐠

Several studies have shown that petting dogs can lower blood pressure and ease #tension .

Thank you to all our CAMH #volunteer therapy #dogs and their owners who bring comfort and joy to patients, families and staff.

A trailblazing study from CAMH has confirmed that a novel natural supplement prevents postpartum depression.

Learn more about this incredible #mentalhealth research ⬇️

Prevention options for #postpartum #depression have been lacking— until now❗

A groundbreaking study published in eClinicalMedicine – The Lancet Discovery Science has confirmed that a novel natural #supplement developed + researched at CAMH prevents postpartum blues.

⬇️ MORE:
camh.ca/en/camh-news-a…

🗓️ Just 1 week to go until the inaugural #womenmind conference on Advancing Women's Mental Research. 🌟

Register today to join the live stream – in-person tickets are SOLD OUT!

REGISTER:
➡️bit.ly/CAMHwomenmindC…

💚 #WomensMentalHealthMatters #womenmind 24

It's #NationalSiblingsDay !

In partnership with Azrieli Adult Neurodevelopmental Centre (CAMH), Greystone Books and Canadian Centre for Caregiving Excellence + hosted by Ali Hassan, join Manni and Reuben Coe at CAMH to celebrate the #Canadian launch of their memoir brother. do. you. love. me. on June 17!

⬇️REGISTER:
eventbrite.com/e/brother-do-y…

A groundbreaking study published in eClinicalMedicine – The Lancet Discovery Science has confirmed that a novel natural #supplement — invented, researched, developed and commercialized at CAMH—prevents postpartum blues and reduces symptoms of #postpartum #depression .

⬇️MORE:
camh.ca/en/camh-news-a…

On #WorldHealthDay and every day, we recognize the intrinsic link between mental + physical health.

For example, while we've seen the devasting toll of #climatechange , the #mentalhealth impacts of these events will be long-lasting + more frequent.

MORE:
camh.ca/en/camh-news-a…

A huge congratulations to Dr. Liisa Galea (Dr. Liisa Galea), Treliving Family Chair in Women's Mental Health at CAMH and the Scientific Lead for CAMH’s #womenmind ™ initiative for receiving this important Brain Canada funding! 🎉

Registration for the free, virtual #ICESforum2024 is now OPEN!

The theme for this year's annual national dialogue is Strength of Numbers: Partnering for Impact. This event combines notable speakers, moderated presentations and discussions.

REGISTER:
registration.socio.events/e/ices2024

The CAMH Forensic Psychiatry Division has a new and improved website! 🌐

Learn how this team of researchers improves outcomes for people with serious #MentalIllness who have had contact with the law and how to get involved with their work!

⬇️MORE:
camh.ca/en/science-and…

Join us for our fourth year of the #CAMHSunriseChallenge in support of CAMH, to help build a future where no one is left behind. Rise with the sun each morning, May 27 to 31st and post your daily Sunrise Moment using #CAMHSunriseChallenge .

Register at ow.ly/4H8u50R7qh4

Last week, CAMH hosted a discussion about problematic sports #betting and #gambling in #Ontario and the shift from responsible gambling to a public health approach in support of our Gambling Policy Framework.

⬇️Read the CAMH Gambling Policy Framework;
camh.ca/-/media/drivin…

Check out the exciting, engaging and ✨FREE✨ #events at our RBC Patient and Family Learning Space this month, dedicated to #supporting patients, friends and families as they navigate the #healthcare system.

These events are open to the public!

⬇️MORE:
eventbrite.ca/o/rbc-patient-…

Today is #WorldAutismAwarenessDay !🧩

We believe that every #Autistic person deserves to be heard, understood and accepted.

That's why we're proud to celebrate the valuable perspectives that #neurodiverse people bring to our organization, #research and community.

Last week, CAMH welcomed Dr. Leigh Chapman, Canada’s Chief Nursing Officer, to present on her role at the #Nursing Practice Advisory Council and tour the CAMH Emergency Department & PRT program.

Thank you for the visit & great discussions, Dr. Chapman!

#MentalHealthIsHealth

Today is #NationalIndigenousLanguagesDay !

Did you know that Shkaabe Makwa translates to “Spirit Bear Helper” in Anishinaabemowin?

To learn more about the Centre for First Nations, Inuit and Métis Wellness at CAMH, visit camh.ca/shkaabemakwa.

The CAMH #Pharmacy team ensures that drug therapy is safe, effective and appropriate while empowering patients in their care journey. ‍⚕️

Thank you to our pharmacy professionals for their dedication to #PatientCare in everything they do.

Happy #Pharmacy AppreciationMonth! 🙏