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Anxiety Canada / Anxiété Canada was established in 1999 to promote awareness of anxiety disorders and increase access to evidence-based resources and treatment.
04/24/2025
Anxiety Canada recently the closure of our free app, MindShift CBT.
We also shared the sad news that Anxiety Canada must close its doors due to a lack of sustainable funding. However, today we can share a silver lining: MindShift CBT is not going anywhere.
While Anxiety Canada will no longer operate the app, 247 Labs, the long-time developers behind MindShift CBT, have stepped up to take over its ongoing operation. Thanks to them, users will still be able to access the app and its features.
Thank you again to our supporters. We hope you will continue supporting charities working to make mental health resources more accessible for all. 💙
04/24/2025
After 26 years, we’re sad to share that Anxiety Canada is closing its doors.
This is not the outcome we hoped for, but ultimately, a lack of sustainable funding has made it impossible to continue. It is a reminder that mental health resources remain underfunded, even as the need continues to grow.
Still, we are incredibly proud of the legacy we leave behind.
Anxiety Canada’s resources have supported millions—from parents and caregivers to educators and mental health professionals. From offering free tools like our downloadable self-help PDFs and educational toolkits, to running 38 subsidized therapy groups and reaching over 8.5 million people worldwide with our mental health videos, our impact has been wide-reaching and meaningful.
Please note:
📲 MindShift CBT App: We have some good news regarding our free app, MindShift CBT. Details coming in our next post! 💬
🌐 Website: AnxietyCanada.com will stay live until March 2026 but won’t receive updates or support.
▶️ YouTube: Our videos will remain available for the next year.
📱 Social Media: Our accounts will no longer be monitored after April 30, 2025.
Thank you to everyone who believed in our mission. Your support has helped shape a legacy we’re deeply proud of.
We encourage you to continue to advocate for sustainable mental health funding and continue supporting the organizations that carry this vital work forward.
With gratitude,
💙 The Anxiety Canada Team
03/26/2025
After over a decade of providing free anxiety support, we have difficult news to share: the MindShift CBT app will be closing as of April 1, 2025.
This decision was not made lightly, but due to limited funding, it is no longer sustainable to maintain the app.
As we recently informed app users, we also want to update our online community: After March 31, 2025, the app will no longer receive updates or support. Users will need to manually remove the app from their devices. For instructions, visit the Android Help Centre or Apple Support.
For more details on MindShift CBT's closure, please see our FAQ: anxietycanada.com/mindshiftcbt 🔗
03/05/2025
In honour of Women’s History Month, we want to shine a spotlight on Clara Hughes, a Canadian Olympian and advocate.
Clara is the only athlete in history to win multiple medals at both the Summer and Winter Olympic Games, having won medals in both cycling and speed skating across multiple Olympic appearances. 🏅⛸️🚴♀️☀️☃️
In addition to being known for her achievements as a six-time Olympic medalist, Clara has used her platform to share her struggles with , breaking down stigma. In 2010, she became a spokesperson for and advocated for greater mental health awareness and support across the country. In 2014, she embarked on a cross-Canada bike ride to help raise awareness for mental health.
Clara has said in an interview with the Olympic Channel: “I want people to believe that they can erase stigma, that they can be the generation that grows up and whose kids won’t know of the time when people were ashamed if they were depressed. That’s what I want.”
Her advocacy makes her a powerful voice in the fight for accessible mental health resources in Canada. 💪💜
02/27/2025
💤 Sleep is essential for memory, learning, immune function, and more. Inspired by our new resource on sleep biology, here are some things you need to know!
😴 Sleep is regulated by TWO key factors:
1. Sleep Drive – The longer you’re awake, the stronger your sleep pressure due to adenosine buildup.
2. Circadian Rhythm – Your internal clock is regulated by light exposure, with melatonin levels peaking about 16 hours after morning sunlight.
😴 How to Improve Sleep Based on Biology:
✅ Increase Sleep Drive: Wake up at the same time daily, avoid naps, and only go to bed when sleepy.
✅ Regulate Circadian Rhythm: Get morning sunlight and dim lights in the evening to reinforce natural sleep cues.
✅ Reduce Wakefulness: Avoid caffeine and screens before bed, minimize stressors, and establish a relaxing bedtime routine.
There’s no one-size-fits-all sleep target—listen to your body to learn what works best for you.
🔗 Read more here: https://www.anxietycanada.com/downloadables/sleep-biology/
02/26/2025
Today is , an anti-bullying awareness day to show kids that we can lift each other up when we practice kindness and empathy! 👚
For stories of bullying, , and resilience, check out two episodes of our podcast, , featuring vulnerable stories from real people:
-From Bullying to BLM with Eboni Fisher. (https://www.anxietycanada.com/podcast/eboni-fisher/)
-Beyond the Bullies: Shane Koyczan’s Journey with Anxiety (https://www.anxietycanada.com/podcast/shane-koyczan/)
If you are struggling with , talk to a trusted friend, teacher, or adult. You can also visit Kids Help Phone (1-800-668-6868 or text CONNECT to 686868).
To learn more about Pink Shirt Day, visit pinkshirtday.ca, and for resources that help address children and , visit our website, anxietycanada.com.
02/19/2025
We’ve recently released a directory of support groups for parents, caregivers, and families of individuals with OCD. These organizations provide a space to connect, share experiences, and find support. 💙
Please note that the Canadian OCD Foundation does not endorse these resources or guarantee outcomes, and an Anxiety Canada resource featuring support groups for individuals with OCD is also in the works.
Find the list of groups here: https://www.anxietycanada.com/downloadables/ocd-support-groups-canada/
02/11/2025
Being kind is always worth the effort. Even just giving compliments to strangers can boost your dopamine and other feel-good neurotransmitters, like serotonin and oxytocin, so lifting others up with kindness is a win-win!
Since February is the month of love, try to spread all the kindness and compliments! And extend that love and kindness to yourself to be kind to your mind 💕
02/06/2025
Sleep is essential for memory, learning, immune function, and emotional well-being, but simply being told to "get more sleep" is unhelpful.
Discover how understanding sleep drive, circadian rhythm, and healthy habits can improve your rest in this resource from Dr. Kyle Burns.
🔗 Click here: https://www.anxietycanada.com/downloadables/sleep-biology/ 💤
01/23/2025
You can’t pour from an empty cup.
Reminder to fill your cup with what you need—rest, boundaries, laughter, or time to yourself. 💖 Prioritizing YOU and investing in your own energy first is not selfish. Inhale the self-love and exhale the guilt!🌿
An important aspect of is prioritizing sleep. Stay tuned for tips on how to get better rest and improve sleep for your . 💤✨
01/20/2025
The 3rd Monday in January has been noted as a challenging day emotionally post-holidays, referred to as . 💙
Though there isn't much of a scientific backing to 'Blue Monday,' January can be a tough time for many—shorter days, post-holiday burnout, and the weight of new year expectations. If you are feeling 'blue,' know that sadness typically passes with time, especially when something specific triggers it. When you're sad, you might feel like you’re “in a funk,” but still find joy in activities or spend time with others.
Depression tends to stick around, often affecting your ability to find pleasure in things you once loved, disrupting your sleep, or making even everyday tasks feel exhausting. It’s often paired with feelings of hopelessness or worthlessness.
If you’re feeling blue and think it may be , remember that seeking support from a counsellor or other mental health professional, reaching out to a loved one, or simply recognizing your feelings can make a big difference.
Writing can also be therapeutic, so why not try these journal prompts (slide 2) to help work through feelings of sadness?
Take care of yourself this January. 💙 We’re in this together.🌱
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For immediate help, please Call 911, go to the nearest emergency room or follow the emergency instructions provided by your doctor, mental health professional or care team. Here’s more resources:
Call 1-800-SUICIDE (1-800-784-2433) to get help right away, any time of day or night. It’s a free call.
Your Local Crisis Line: call 310-6789 (do not add 604, 778 or 250 before the number) 24 hours a day to connect to a BC crisis line, without a wait or busy signal. The crisis lines linked in through 310-6789 have received advanced training in mental health issues and services by members of the BC Partners for Mental Health and Addictions Information.
Kid’s Help Phone: for children and youth aged 5 to 20. Call 1-800-668-6868 to speak to a professional counsellor, 24 hours a day. It’s free, confidential, anonymous and available across Canada. They can also refer you to local services and resources. Kid’s Help Phone is available in English and French.
HealthLink BC: Call 811 or visit www.healthlinkbc.ca to access free, non-emergency health information for anyone in your family, including mental health and substance use information. Through 811, you can also speak to a registered nurse about symptoms you’re worried about, or talk with a pharmacist about medication questions.
The Alcohol & Drug Information and Referral Service: Call 1-800-663-1441 (toll-free in BC) or 604-660-9382 (in the Lower Mainland) to find resources and support. They can refer you to services across the province.
