Opening Minds
The largest systematic effort in Canadian history focused on reducing stigma related to mental illness.
Elephant In The Room
A national anti-stigma campaign designed to eliminate the stigma associated with mental illness.
Like Minds, Like Mine
A public awareness programme that aims to increase social inclusion and end discrimination towards people with experience of mental illness or distress.
Physician Health Program (PHP)
A confidential support for physicians and their families that provides an array of services to improve health and build resiliency. It includes an access to an extensive network of physicians, counsellors, therapists and coaches.
ConnexOntario
An information and referral service focusing on mental health, addiction and problem gambling services in Ontario. It offers support via phone, web-chat and email 24/7.
Physician’s Health Program
Confidential support for physicians, residents and medical students who are facing a situation that can affect their psychological and overall health.
Physician and Family Support Program
Provides confidential support and help with personal health issues and enhances the quality of patient care and public safety by promoting health and well-being for the medical profession.
Physician Health Program
24/7 helpline for confidential, personalized assistance with issues such as mental health, relationship stress, career and life transitions, substance use and concern for colleagues.
Services And Benefits For Physicians
The "For Physicians" section offers various services and benefits to members.
Wellness Support Line
Mental health support and counselling for physicians, medical students and their immediate families during the Covid-19 pandemic
Physician Health Program
Confidential support for physicians who are struggling with substance use and mental health concerns, as well as with other problematic behaviours. It also offers assistance and education to physician leaders, hospitals, and other worksites, as well as to anyone else who is concerned about a loved one or colleague.
Physician And Family Support Program
Provides confidential support, resources and information for personal and work-life issues to physicians, their dependents and anyone living in their household.
Physician Health Program
Provides assistance to physicians, medical learners, and their families who may be struggling with various issues (mental health, substance use, relationships, etc.). It offers assessment and treatment, education, counselling and coaching, monitoring, and advocacy to help physicians engage in effective medical practice.
Professional Support Program
Provides confidential peer-to-peer support for members and their families who are dealing with personal or professional problems. Can also be accessed by Nova Scotia Veterinary Medical Association and Nova Scotia Dental Association members and their families as well as dental and veterinary students, and veterinary assistants.
Member Assistence Program (MAP)
Confidential support for dentists, dental office staff, dental students, and employees of the Canadian Dental Association and participating Provincial and Territorial Dental Associations and their families to deal with life’s challenges.
Dentist Wellness Program
Confidential support for dentists and their families delivered by experienced program staff and/or an extensive network of counsellors, therapists and coaches.
Health Care Worker Assist Program
A self-referral program for community and health workers that offers quick access to confidential mental health and wellbeing supports.
Professional Sabbatical
A professional leave of absence seen as a development experience meant to foster growth and revitalize careers.
Locum Protocols
Ensure that dentists who must withdraw from practice to undergo treatment for mental health or addiction reasons keep their practice viable in their absence (see p. 7).