Toughing it out for Mental Health
When Scott Campbell attended our Breakfast earlier this year, he was moved to do more than just talk. He decided to do something about mental health in his community.… Read more
Stories
rTMS Update
The Foundation is pleased to announce that plans are moving forward to place 4 TMS machines in local clinics in Edmonton.… Read more
Reflecting on Mental Health for Canada 150
As with any momentous milestone, Canada 150 is a time to reflect on progress and possibility. The Foundation's CEO Mark Korthuis considers the importance of mental health at this moment in time.… Read more
Crescendo Kicks Off its First Year
On Friday, June 9 we joined John Cameron Entertainment as they launched what John Cameron hailed as “the city’s first concert in support of mental health."… Read more
What Matters to You Day 2017
What Matters to You Day was this past Tuesday, and many people participated online and in care facilities to let Alberta Health Services know what is most important to them when receiving care. … Read more
RBC Gives $50K Toward ACCESS Open Minds
We’re excited to announce that the Mental Health Foundation and the Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation will receive $50,000 from the Royal Bank of Canada (RBC) to support ACCESS Open Minds. … Read more
Incredible Years: Rob’s Story
Rob is a father of one and has spent the last 8 years getting help for trauma and addiction. Incredible Years was an important support system for him while he quit drinking… Read more
R.S. Fowler Speaks Up for Mental Health
On May 5 Richard S. Fowler participated in a 10 hour bike-a-thon, with an amazing $40,000 goal.… Read more
Touring the TMS Lab with Dr. Frank MacMaster
rTMS is showing promise for individuals with depression. We visited Dr. Frank MacMaster, who specializes in research with rTMS and youth, to discuss how it works.… Read more
Inside ACCESS Open Minds
ACCESS Open Minds offers promising services that will streamline mental health care pathways for youth. Recently the Foundation staff had an opportunity to take a tour inside the Edmonton ACCESS Open Minds site clinic at the Bill Rees YMCA.… Read more