Mood Disorders Society of Canada

12/15/2025

Mental health is about finding balance in all aspects of life. 📣🧠 By 2030, depression may be the leading cause of disease.

💙 This is a reminder that you are NOT alone. Reaching out is a sign of strength. Let's support each other in the journey toward mental well-being!

12/14/2025

Free support programs are available for Veterans and Veteran Family Members.

Learn how you can benefit and join the program→ ImprovingVeteransWellness.ca

✅ Veteran and Family Volunteer HUB
✅ Companionship Connection Line
✅ The “First Step” Mental Health Awareness
✅ The ‘Applied’ Peer Support Workshop

12/13/2025

Discover from medical experts how commonly prescribed antidepressants could shape and reshape our gut's health.

➡ https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/antidepressants-gut-health-expert-qa

Three medical experts review the evidence around how antidepressants may affect the gut microbiome, and what this could mean for health.

12/13/2025

There is a very real stigma surrounding the health and wellness of men. We need to start conversations, reach out, and change the way that mental health is perceived.

The men in our lives deserve to know that it’s okay not to be okay and that they are supported.💛

Defeat Depression

12/12/2025

The Canadian Community Mental Health Network - CCMHN unifies individual community-based organizations, fostering collaboration to address resource gaps and enhance mental health support across Canada.

Get involved! ➡️ ccmhn.ca

12/12/2025

We’re proud to represent Canada on the global stage. 🌍

Mood Disorders Society of Canada is honoured to be the only Canadian Associate Member of GAMIAN-Europe (Global Alliance of Mental Illness Advocacy Networks), a leading voice in mental health advocacy across Europe.

🌏 As the new Canadian government looks to strengthen partnerships with the EU, we are proud to contribute to global mental health dialogue and cooperation through our Associate Membership in this respected network.

ℹ Learn more about our role and partnership: https://mdsc.ca/about-us/membership/

12/12/2025

Insomnia isn’t just about poor sleep. Dr. Cherkow joined CTV Your Morning (Dec 10, 2025) to explore how age intersects with insomnia, its effects on cognitive health, and current treatment options.

Watch the segment at timestamp 1:19:23 on their website.

12/12/2025

MDSC is pleased to recognize Vale in Canada and UK as our 2025 Defeat Depression Title Sponsor.

Earlier this week, Sarah Yasinchuk from Vale was presented with a Thank You Award in recognition for Vale's dedication to mental health and vital support of the Defeat Depression (DD) campaign. During the award presentation, the discussion highlighted Vale's ongoing efforts to support the importance of workplace Mental Health.

Thank you to Vale and their employees for being an invaluable partner in promoting mental wellness!

12/12/2025

Living with a disability can come with added expenses - but support is available. 💙

Living with a disability can come with added expenses - but support is available. 💙

The Disability Tax Credit (DTC) helps reduce the amount of income tax paid by people with disabilities or their caregivers, recognizing the extra costs of daily life.

Get the help you deserve. Learn about this and other benefits online, or talk to us directly for free one-on-one support.

Visit: BenefitsPathway.ca
Call or Text: 1-888-975-9990
Email: info@BenefitsPathway.ca

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Vivre avec un handicap peut entraîner des dépenses supplémentaires, mais du soutien est disponible. 💙

Le crédit d’impôt pour personnes handicapées (CIPH) aide à réduire le montant de l’impôt sur le revenu payé par les personnes handicapées ou leurs aidants naturels en tenant compte des coûts supplémentaires liés à la vie quotidienne.

Obtenez l’aide dont vous avez besoin. Découvrez cette prestation et bien d’autres encore en ligne, ou communiquez avec nous directement pour bénéficier d’une aide personnalisée gratuite.

Consultez : AccesAuxPrestations.ca
Appelez ou textez à : 1-888-975-9990
Courriel : info@BenefitsPathway.ca

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12/11/2025

The MDSC Winter Newsletter is here! ❄️📰

Catch up on the latest updates from Mood Disorders Society of Canada. Don't let our latest news leave you cold—check out what's heating up this season!

📖 Read more here: https://mdsc.ca/winter-2025-newsletter/

📧 Stay in the loop—sign up for future editions: https://mdsc.ca/newsletter-signup/

12/11/2025

📚 Explore our latest educational resource on mental illnesses related to Operational Stress Injuries (OSIs) and the therapies that can truly make a difference.

Whether you're a veteran, a family member, or a supporter, this guide offers evidence-based insights and practical pathways toward healing. 🙌

🔍 Download it here: https://mdsc.ca/edu/operational-stress-injuries-and-other-traumatic-stress-therapies-and-treatment-for-veterans/

12/11/2025

The Mood Disorders Society of Canada (MDSC) is pleased to announce their continued partnership with The Royal Canadian Legion - National Headquarters – Ontario Command, for the delivery of its newest initiative, the ‘Ontario Command Peer Support and Resource Program.’

This initiative builds on existing MDSC Veteran and Veteran Family Member programming and will offer four Level One Peer Support Workshops, as well as Mental Health resources. It will provide Veterans and their Family Members support for their wellness, including mental health information, social engagement, and an increased quality of life.

Learn more: https://mdsc.ca/mood-disorders-society-of-canada-announces-a-new-veteran-and-family-member-program-sponsored-by-the-royal-canadian-legion-ontario-command/

For immediate release. Belleville, ON. December 11th, 2025.Mood Disorders Society of Canada (MDSC) is pleased to announce their partnership with The Royal Canadian Legion – Ontario Command, for the delivery of its ‘Ontario Command Peer Support and Resource Program.’This initiative builds on ex...