CAMH News & Stories
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Ontario Student Mental Health Rebounds from Pandemic Lows, but Long-Term Trends Remain Troubling
Long-running CAMH survey reveals some mental health improvements post-pandemic but highlights elevated stress, excessive screen time, and a sharp rise in online gambling among youth
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Ontario mental health and addictions organizations respond to Ontario Big City Mayors’ call for action on homelessness
With average wait times of 61 days for adult bed-based addictions treatment and 124 days for community-based addictions treatment in Ontario, there are thousands of people ready to voluntarily seek care every year, but services need to be available when and where people need them.
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New Trial Shows Structured Care Approach Reduces Medication Overuse in Dementia Patients
Integrated Care Pathway could be a safer default approach, particularly during the critical first weeks of care
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Ontario Student Mental Health Rebounds from Pandemic Lows, but Long-Term Trends Remain Troubling
Long-running CAMH survey reveals some mental health improvements post-pandemic but highlights elevated stress, excessive screen time, and a sharp rise in online gambling among youth
About Ontario Student Mental Health Rebounds from Pandemic Lows, but Long-Term Trends Remain Troubling
Ontario mental health and addictions organizations respond to Ontario Big City Mayors’ call for action on homelessness
With average wait times of 61 days for adult bed-based addictions treatment and 124 days for community-based addictions treatment in Ontario, there are thousands of people ready to voluntarily seek care every year, but services need to be available when and where people need them.
About Ontario mental health and addictions organizations respond to Ontario Big City Mayors’ call for action on homelessness
CAMH and LOFT Community Services Receive funding to Establish Transitional Care at the Champagne Centre
The investment will create 40 beds for alternate-level-of-care patients to support timely transitions from hospital to community-based care.
About CAMH and LOFT Community Services Receive funding to Establish Transitional Care at the Champagne Centre
New Trial Shows Structured Care Approach Reduces Medication Overuse in Dementia Patients
Integrated Care Pathway could be a safer default approach, particularly during the critical first weeks of care
About New Trial Shows Structured Care Approach Reduces Medication Overuse in Dementia Patients
Preparing for Extreme Heat and Protecting Your Mental Health
Extreme heat events are becoming more frequent and can have significant mental health impacts, disproportionately affecting people with existing health or social challenges.
About Preparing for Extreme Heat and Protecting Your Mental Health
New Study Provides First Evidence of Dopamine System Injury in the Brain of Long COVID Patients
Findings have important implications for the pathophysiology of key COVID symptoms and suggest new potential avenues for treatment
About New Study Provides First Evidence of Dopamine System Injury in the Brain of Long COVID Patients
CAMH Welcomes Hazim Hassan as Vice President Business Development and Social Impact
Hazim’s strategic focus will be expanding the reach of CAMH’s work and strengthening its long-term financial sustainability.
About CAMH Welcomes Hazim Hassan as Vice President Business Development and Social Impact
From Research to System Change: CAMH Helps Advance Province-Wide Expansion of rTMS
Ontarians living with treatment-resistant depression will gain access to evidence-based rTMS treatment supported by CAMH’s clinical and research expertise
About From Research to System Change: CAMH Helps Advance Province-Wide Expansion of rTMS
Discovery & Recovery Redevelopment Update - July and August 2026
We expect the Temerty Discovery Centre to reach completion in late 2027 and the Waverley House Secure Care & Recovery Building to reach completion in 2029. These buildings will transform the care and treatment we can provide for some of our most vulnerable patients and will further research and discoveries that will improve the lives of people living with mental illness. We know once completed, these two buildings will generate hope and transform mental health care and research at CAMH and beyond. The final site will also include additional public, open green spaces for the community to use.
About Discovery & Recovery Redevelopment Update - July and August 2026
Why Shared Moments Matter: The World Cup, Community and Well-Being
When a major sporting event comes to town, the excitement extends far beyond the stadium. While these events can be associated with behaviours that can negatively impact mental health, from binge drinking to sports gambling addiction, they also offer a powerful opportunity to connect with others and build community.
About Why Shared Moments Matter: The World Cup, Community and Well-Being