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Children’s Mental Health Programs Across Canada

Evidence-based programs and resources that build resilience from birth to 18. Explore attachment, stress management, and capacity-building tools, training, and workshops across Canada.

We nurture resilience in children and youth through the power of psychological science—helping them manage challenges, learn, and grow before a mental health crisis takes hold.

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From program training sessions to workshops, live webinars, and our annual Strong Minds Gala! There’s always something happening. Join us to connect, learn, and take action in support of children and youth mental health.

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Support that Wraps Around the Child

We help children and teens build essential coping skills and resilience through programs delivered directly to them, as well as tools and resources for parents, educators, and other caring adults to support them in school, at home, and in their communities.

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KIDS & TEENS

Direct programs to help them thrive.

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PARENTS & CAREGIVERS

Resources to support your child’s emotional growth.

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PROFESSIONALS

Confidently deliver our programs to kids you work with.

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COMMUNITIES

Workshops and tools to support kids where they live and play.

Resilience Isn’t Just a Trait. It’s a Skill We Teach

Through psychology-based programs, hands-on training, and accessible resources, we build mental well-being from the ground up starting in infancy and continuing through the teen years.

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ATTACHMENT

Ages
0-3

Strengthening
early parent-child bonds

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STRESS MANAGEMENT

Ages
4-18

Teaching kids how to handle stress

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CAPACITY BUILDING

Ages
10-18

Strengthening skills for lifelong resilience

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Helpful Resources.
Free to Use.
Supporting Children’s Mental Health Every Day.

From tip sheets and booklets to webinars, activity guides, and digital tools, our free resource library helps adults and kids alike take action on mental health, one small step at a time.

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Training & Workshops To Help Kids Thrive

Book a live workshop for your staff, gain confidence delivering programs to the kids you work with, or invite us to bring resilience-building strategies directly to your classroom or community. Available virtually and in person.

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We have resources for everyone:

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STRESS MANAGEMENT WORKSHOPS FOR ADULTS

TOOLS FOR EVERYONE’S WELL-BEING

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Our Community Partners

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50+ Years of Promoting Mental Well-Being in Kids

Since 1974, we’ve supported millions of children, families, and professionals across Canada. Backed by science, rooted in compassion, and built for lasting change

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“Supporting mental health early changes everything. It shapes futures, strengthens families, and transforms communities.”

Together, We Can Impact More Children

Your support helps us offer programs and resources to more families, schools, and communities—especially those facing the greatest barriers. Every donation builds a stronger foundation for a child’s future.

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