CAMH News & Stories
In the headlines or behind the scenes, CAMH stories always aim to inform, engage, and enlighten.
First-of-its-kind CAMH study on why young people vape
Research ‘critical’ to vaping cessation efforts
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Half of cannabis users increased consumption during first wave of COVID-19
National survey has public policy implications, CAMH authors state
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Reducing addiction stigma in Muslim communities
First-of-its-kind outreach to mosques breaks down barrier
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All My Relations
Born to a white mother and an Indigenous father, senior Cree artist Rebecca Baird has spent her life learning from both cultural worlds.
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The Garron Family Expands Their Remarkable History of Generosity with a $15 Million Gift to CAMH
CAMH is pleased to announce $15 million gift from the Garron family that will help revolutionize mental health research through brain imaging.
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CAMH ER Clinician and Suicide Researcher Named Among Canada’s Top 40 Under 40®
CAMH is excited to announce that Dr. Juveria Zaheer has been named to Canada’s Top 40 Under 40® list for 2020.
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The CAMH Hope app delivers on its name
How a collaborative effort led to a revolutionary tool to save lives
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Research News: Implicit gender bias in medicine persists— and recognizing it is just the first step
Women are still “underrepresented in senior faculty and leadership roles,” and face more challenges than men in their research careers.
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Research News: Understanding the mental health needs of Direct Support Professionals during COVID-19
One quarter of professionals who work with people with developmental disabilities reported experiencing moderate-to-severe distress
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COVID-19 pandemic adversely affecting mental health of women and people with children
Ongoing national survey series by CAMH and Delvinia tracks pandemic mental health and substance use
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Toronto Dementia Research Alliance finds new home and leadership at CAMH
The TDRA has welcomed Dr. Tarek Rajji as its new Executive Director, and moved its headquarters to CAMH.
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TAHSN Statement on the Death of Joyce Echaquan
We share the profound sadness of Ms. Echaquan’s family and decry the ongoing racism experienced by Indigenous people in healthcare.
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Simon the dancing bear
CAMH patient Simon Shimout (aka Napayok) began learning how to carve while growing up in Rankin Inlet, Nunavut.
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