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Dr. Michaela Hynie: Promising practices in helping refugees access virtual mental health services during COVID-19 Dr. Michaela Hynie says navigating the Canadian mental health system is a challenge at the best of times — and it becomes even more difficult for newcomers fleeing…

COVID-19 and Mental Health Initiative Virtual Learning Series Event Summary: Impacts of COVID-19 on Substance Use and People Who Use Substances Background Since the COVID-19 pandemic was declared in March 2020, the impact of the pandemic on the mental health and substance use…

COVID-19 and Mental Health Initiative Virtual Learning Series Event Summary: Impacts of COVID-19 on Women's Mental Health and Substance Use Background Since the COVID-19 pandemic was declared in March 2020, the impact of the pandemic on the mental health and substance use needs…

Dr. Flora Matheson: Assessing mental health and substance use needs for people released from custody during COVID-19 As a medical sociologist and mental health and addictions specialist, Dr. Flora Matheson’s research interests lie at the intersection of health and the criminal…

Dr. Rusty Souleymanov: Community-based study explores mental health and substance use impacts of COVID-19 on 2SGBQM communities in Manitoba “As a minority in Canada, research with marginalized communities is very personal to me,” says Dr. Rusty Souleymanov, lab director and…

Dr. Jessica Moe: Preventing opioid deaths related to an increase in smoking illicit substances during COVID-19 On the front lines of Vancouver General Hospital's emergency room floor, Dr. Jessica Moe says she doesn't shy away from immersing herself entirely in her research.…

Dr. Kanna Hayashi: Evaluating risk mitigation services during the dual crises of COVID-19 and overdose among people who use opioids In 2016, the government of British Columbia declared the ongoing opioid overdose crisis a public health emergency. While major strides in harm…

Dr. Megan O’Connell: Supporting older adults to maintain social connections using technology during COVID-19 Dr. Kristen Haase (upper photo), Dr. Megan O’Connell (lower photo) Clinical psychologist Dr. Megan O'Connell jokes that while her focus is neuropsychology, her real…

Launch – Knowledge Synthesis: COVID-19 in Mental Health and Substance Use Message from the Scientific Director, Dr. Samuel Weiss On April 23, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and Minister of Health Patty Hajdu announced a $115 million investment in Canada’s rapid research response…

Mental Health and Substance Use Responses to COVID-19 Message from the Scientific Director, Dr. Samuel Weiss As the national COVID-19 pandemic response continues, it is clear that Canadians are experiencing a collective traumatic event. As we focus on keeping ourselves, our…