Mood Disorders Society of Canada

03/16/2026

The Gastrointestinal Society has launched a new Obesity Centre featuring evidence-based information, personal stories, videos, and tools to help Canadians better understand obesity as a complex, chronic health condition.

Reliable, accessible health information plays an important role in supporting overall wellness.

✅ We encourage our community to explore this resource and learn more: https://badgut.org/diseases-disorders/obesity/

03/16/2026

For , it’s a great reminder that caring for your brain is just as important as caring for your body. 🧠

The Ontario Brain Institute shares simple, practical tips to support brain health and mental well-being, from daily habits to ways you can strengthen your mental resilience.

Take a moment to explore these helpful insights and start building healthier routines for your mind:
👉 https://blog.braininstitute.ca/brain-health-and-wellness/take-care-of-your-brain-6-tips-for-mental-health/

03/15/2026

The DefeatDepression.ca campaign empowers Canadians to take action against mental illness, dismantle stigma, and support mental health programs through engaging activities like walks, personal challenges and community events.

Together, we’re creating a future where no one faces mental illness alone. 💛

🏃‍♀️ Join us, registrations are now open for 2026: defeatdepression.ca

03/14/2026

Negative thoughts often creep in slowly, so we may not even realize how skewed our perspective has become.

The more we ruminate on these thoughts, the more negative they get. Just like memorizing something for a test, when we think about something repeatedly, we can recall the thoughts even faster.

Discover a few tactics from HeadsUpGuys for changing negative thoughts to fight depression. 👉 https://headsupguys.org/how-to-fight-depression/how-to-overcome-negative-thinking/

03/14/2026

Partner with us for On The Record on May 9, 2026, an unforgettable evening featuring Michael Landsberg to celebrate the 25th Anniversary of the Mood Disorders Society of Canada!

✅ Align your brand with purpose.
💼 Show leadership in mental health advocacy.
🌎 Be part of meaningful change.

📣 Sponsorship opportunities available now. ➡ mdsc.ca/on-the-record

03/13/2026

Veteran or Veteran Family Member? Get the support you deserve!

Our Enhancing Connections program connects you with personalized resources at no cost.

🌐 Find out more and join us! ➡ ImprovingVeteransWellness.ca

03/13/2026

🛌 Sleep is more than rest. It’s a foundation for your health, focus, and well-being. This let’s rethink how we approach sleep. Small changes in our daily routines, mindset, and environment can make a big difference.

Learn more and find support at mdsc.ca/edu/insomnia/

03/12/2026

Join us on March 26, 2026, for an important webinar focused on Mental Health Programs and the supports available for Veterans and Veteran Family Members.

This session will provide practical information, trusted resources, and guidance on where to turn for help.

Taking the first step toward support can make a real difference. 💙

👉Register here:
https://mdsc.ca/support-for-veterans-their-family-members/webinars/

The Royal Canadian Legion - National Headquarters

03/12/2026

The Canadian Community Mental Health Network - CCMHN is a platform that embodies the values of community, collaboration, innovation, and advocacy. It's a space where research and service provider disciplines join forces to advance our knowledge of mental health.

Together, we're working towards a better understanding, prevention, and treatment for people with lived experiences.

👉 Visit our website at ccmhn.ca to learn more about this collaborative initiative.

03/11/2026

📣 New research suggests that anti-inflammatory treatments may help treat a specific subtype of depression, but only for individuals with an overactive immune system.

📘 The study found that when patients are selected based on elevated inflammation markers, these medications can reduce both overall depressive symptoms and anhedonia (the inability to feel pleasure).

📢 This insight may help explain why earlier clinical trials showed mixed results: many did not account for a person’s inflammatory status.

As research advances, more personalized approaches to mental health treatment may become possible.

🌐 Read more: https://www.psypost.org/targeting-the-immune-system-may-help-treat-a-specific-subtype-of-depression/

Anti-inflammatory treatments may help restore the ability to feel pleasure in some depressed individuals. A new study finds these medications reduce anhedonia and symptom severity, but only in those with active inflammation.

03/11/2026

🌟 Volunteer Opportunity 🌟

MDSC is looking for a dedicated Volunteer Forum Administrator to help lead & support our online community. This role is perfect for someone who is online-savvy, compassionate, & passionate about mental health advocacy.

✅ Moderate & support forum members
✅ Welcome & guide new participants
✅ Share resources & foster a safe, supportive space
✅ 2–5 hours per week, work from home

This is a meaningful opportunity to gain valuable experience in the mental health field while making a real difference in people’s lives.

💙 Apply today & help us build a stronger community: https://mdsc.ca/forum-moderator/

03/10/2026

Mental health doesn’t look the same for everyone. And it shouldn’t be boxed into stereotypes.

🗣️ For too long, we’ve heard messages like “men don’t cry” or “women are just emotional.” These assumptions don’t just miss the truth, they can delay support, silence people, and deepen shame.

📣 Depression, anxiety, and other mental health challenges can show up differently across genders. Some people withdraw. Some become irritable. Some overwork. Some mask their pain behind humor or strength. None of these experiences are “less real.”

💙 When we move beyond stereotypes, we make space for real conversations. We allow people to seek help without feeling like they’ve failed some social expectation.

If you care about mental health, your own or someone else’s, this is an important read. It’s a reminder that understanding begins with listening, not labeling. 👉https://drdianemcintosh.com/avoiding-mental-illness-stereotypes-across-genders/

Let’s keep challenging stigma and creating room for everyone to be seen and supported. 💙