General Resources

Mental Health Commission of Canada
An site that includes information on mental health in Canada, including current initiatives and projects, publications, news and events.

www.mentalhealthcommission.ca

Canadian Mental Health Association
A comprehensive site containing information on mental health, understanding mental illness, and accessing support and resources.

www.cmha.ca

Teen Mental Health
Based out of Halifax, Nova Scotia, this site contains general information on mental health, as well as a section for families and teens on specific disorders such as bipolar disorder and depression. This site also contains sections for educators and health professionals.

www.teenmentalhealth.org

Healthy Minds Canada
Includes links to a downloadable “when something’s wrong” handbook for teachers and educators. The handbook focuses on recognizing mood, thinking and behaviour problems in young people.

www.cprf.ca/healthymindscanada.html

The JED Foundation
Dedicated to preventing suicide and reducing emotional distress, this New York-based site has sections for parents, students, campus professionals and supporters, with information and resources.

www.jedfoundation.org