CAMH News & Stories
In the headlines or behind the scenes, CAMH stories always aim to inform, engage, and enlighten.
John Tavares Foundation partners with CAMH Foundation to create brighter futures for youth
CAMH Foundation is thrilled to announce a donation to its lifesaving child and youth work from the John Tavares Foundation, presented in person by NHL Star and Toronto Maple Leafs player, John Tavares and his wife Aryne.
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CAMH Advances in Canadian Research Rankings
Hospital climbs to 11th place nationally as research spending tops $115 million
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A first of its kind: collaboration across 63 community organizations to problem-solve on housing insecurity
On-the-ground communication to lift societal health and keep people housed
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New report highlights need for continuing care in Toronto
Inconsistent access to programming and funding challenges can leave people feeling a bit lost after completing more intensive treatment programs.
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CAMH Library: National Addictions Awareness Week
For National Addictions Awareness Week, CAMH Library shares relevant research resources to help dispel stereotypes and stigma around addictions.
About CAMH Library: National Addictions Awareness Week
CAMH experts tackle the issues around cannabis
CAMH experts gathered recently to discuss the changing landscape of cannabis at a panel before CAMH’s Constituency Council.
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New approaches to the growing opioid crisis
Ahead of National Addictions Awareness Week, CAMH welcomed Dr. Larissa Mooney to present on the opioid epidemic gripping the U.S. and Canada.
About New approaches to the growing opioid crisis
Closing the gap between youth and adult care
For young people receiving mental health care, a gap in care opens when they turn 18 – they must leave youth mental health services, and search for adult services. CAMH scientist Dr. Kristin Cleverley is working to improve this crucial transition for young people and their families.
About Closing the gap between youth and adult care
The long arm of childhood mental health
A new CAMH study shows childhood mental illness has significantly greater long-term impacts in the adult years than physical health problems.
About The long arm of childhood mental health
Transforming mental health for children and youth
The early years are especially important for mental health because most mental illnesses begin in childhood and adolescence. CAMH researchers are learning from young people, improving care and developing biologically informed treatments to fundamentally change the path ahead.
About Transforming mental health for children and youth
New CAMH program streamlines substance use treatment
CAMH is proud to announce the successful implementation of a new, streamlined outpatient service for clients with addiction and other psychiatric disorders.
About New CAMH program streamlines substance use treatment
CAMH’s Opioid Overdose Prevention Strategy
When CAMH introduced its Opioid Overdose Prevention Initiative in 2017, one of the overarching goals was for Naloxone kits to be considered as stigma-free to possess as an EpiPen.
About CAMH’s Opioid Overdose Prevention Strategy
Dr. Abramovich’s work celebrated on Transgender Day of Remembrance
Dr. Alex Abramovich was recognized by York Regional Police on November 20th for his work with youth homelessness and issues regarding trans health and inclusion.
About Dr. Abramovich’s work celebrated on Transgender Day of Remembrance