Q+A| Governor General Calls on Canadians to Treat Mental Health Seriously

Q+A| Governor General calls on Canadians to treat mental health seriously

Governor General Mary Simon believes mental health isn't being treated with the holistic approach it requires. She points to the teachings of Inuit elders, who speak about seeing the mind and body as connected.

Mental Health Reform Urges Final Changes to Strengthen Mental Health Bill - Mental Health Reform

As the Mental Health Bill 2024 reaches Report Stage in the Dáil, Mental Health Reform (MHR) is calling on the Government to urgently address a number of amendments that risk undermining the rights for people experiencing mental health difficulties. The Bill presents a long-awaited opportunity to modernise the Mental Health Act 2001 and align Irish legislation with international human rights standards, including the UN Convention on the Rights of…