16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence — Nov. 25 to Dec. 10
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs until 10 December, Human Rights Day. It was started by activists at...
It’s National Addictions Awareness Week from November 25th to December 1st
Canada's National Addictions Awareness Week (NAAW) highlights issues and solutions to help address alcohol- and other drug-related harm. It provides an opportunity for Canadians to learn more about prevention, to talk about treatment and recovery, and to bring forward...
It’s that giving time of year
VIMHS relies on the generosity and kindness of the community and people from all walks of life The VIMHS Annual Appeal is sent out in December each year, accompanied by the personal story of a resident living in VIMHS housing. It’s delivered by post and email to our...
Stigma a barrier to seeking and receiving treatment for people with substance use disorders
Stigma is one of the biggest barriers to seeking and receiving treatment for people with substance use disorders. Stigma often takes the form of biased attitudes, beliefs and behaviours. Understanding problematic perspectives and language use is essential for...
‘Sliver of hope’: How former Canuck Corey Hirsch overcame mental health crisis
Reaching out for help may be hard, but it’s the most important thing to do when facing mental health issues, says former Canucks goalie. To former Vancouver Canucks goalie Corey Hirsch, the cut of skate blades on ice, the hammer of stick and puck, the clear, cold air...
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16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence — Nov. 25 to Dec. 10
The 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence is an annual international campaign that kicks off on 25 November, the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women, and runs until 10 December, Human Rights Day. It was started by activists at...
It’s National Addictions Awareness Week from November 25th to December 1st
Canada's National Addictions Awareness Week (NAAW) highlights issues and solutions to help address alcohol- and other drug-related harm. It provides an opportunity for Canadians to learn more about prevention, to talk about treatment and recovery, and to bring forward...
It’s that giving time of year
VIMHS relies on the generosity and kindness of the community and people from all walks of life The VIMHS Annual Appeal is sent out in December each year, accompanied by the personal story of a resident living in VIMHS housing. It’s delivered by post and email to our...
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Stigma a barrier to seeking and receiving treatment for people with substance use disorders
Stigma is one of the biggest barriers to seeking and receiving treatment for people with substance use disorders. Stigma often takes the form of biased attitudes, beliefs and behaviours. Understanding problematic perspectives and language use is essential for...
‘Sliver of hope’: How former Canuck Corey Hirsch overcame mental health crisis
Reaching out for help may be hard, but it’s the most important thing to do when facing mental health issues, says former Canucks goalie. To former Vancouver Canucks goalie Corey Hirsch, the cut of skate blades on ice, the hammer of stick and puck, the clear, cold air...
B.C. municipalities pass bylaws targeting homeless
New regulations preventing people from panhandling, sitting on sidewalks or sleeping in recreational vehicles and public spaces are making their way through B.C.’s suburbs and small communities, as those areas see increases in homelessness. Maple Ridge, a suburb of...
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The impacts of climate change and climate disasters on mental health
AUDIO | The 2018 spring flooding in New Brunswick devastated communities along the Saint John River. Thousands of people were displaced from their homes during the flood event. And then spring flooding struck again in 2019. We actually don't have any good research out...
One day at a time: Alfred Andrew and living in recovery
AUDIO | Alfred Andrew lives and works in Campbell River, on Vancouver Island. Alfred experienced almost 40 years of substance use and rounds of homelessness and living on the street but he’s living in recovery now and working to help others who are struggling as he...
Stories of mental illness and recovery: Onika Dainty and Donovan Taplin
AUDIO | Mental Illness Awareness Week is an annual national public education campaign designed to help open the eyes of Canadians to the reality of mental illness. It’s been observed yearly since 1992 and is coordinated by the Canadian Alliance on Mental Illness and...
