International Overdose Awareness Day: Breaking Stigma and Building Community
August 31st marks International Overdose Awareness Day – an event created to raise awareness about overdose prevention, support those who …
Celebrating National Nonprofit Day
Join us in observing National Nonprofit Day on August 17th! This day is an opportunity to acknowledge the work of …
The Hidden Dangers of Cyberbullying and Social Media Addiction
As our world becomes increasingly digital, concerns about the impact of social media and cyberbullying on young people’s mental health …
Honouring National Indigenous Peoples Day and Breaking the Silence on Mental Health
June 21st is National Indigenous Peoples Day, an event where we come together to celebrate Indigenous communities in Canada. This …
Living with CPTSD: Overcoming Stigma and Finding Hope
Content advisory: This article discusses sensitive topics related to CPTSD and abuse. When I was a teenager, I felt as …
May 24th is Schizophrenia and Psychosis Awareness Day
May 24th is Schizophrenia and Psychosis Awareness Day, an annual event dedicated to educating the public and showing support for …
Mental Health Week 2024: A Call to Be Kind
Mental Health Week is May 6th to 12th, which is an event established by the Canadian Mental Health Association to …
The Journey of Andrea Paquette Speaking Light into Her Dreams
Before the birth of Stigma-Free Society, Andrea Paquette experienced a rollercoaster of events caused by her bipolar disorder. She discovered …
Building Empathy: The Power of Active Listening in Reducing Stigma
Opening up to others about mental health can be difficult, especially considering the stigma surrounding many disorders and mental health …
Meet Our Stigma-Free Scholarship Winner, Aberdeen!
We are excited to introduce Aberdeen Roy, one of our two Stigma-Free Scholarship recipients! Their story highlights the importance of …
Mia’s Story – Meet One of Our Two Stigma-Free Scholarship Winners
Meet Mia Schartau, one of the recipients of our Stigma-Free Scholarship offered in partnership with the Otsuka Lundbeck Alliance! In …
Pink Shirt Day 2024: Take a Stand Against Bullying and Stigma
Today is Pink Shirt Day, an event created to prevent and raise awareness around bullying, fostering more inclusive environments in …
