Access barriers

Digital health is at a crossroads. To truly revolutionize care, we must move beyond incremental improvements and embrace solutions that disrupt the status quo – solutions that scale globally, reduce costs, and open doors for the millions waiting to jump at accessible care.

At Strongest Families Institute (SFI), we are dedicated to transforming e-mental health (eMH) care by providing accessible, evidence-based solutions that enhance the well-being of children, youth, adults, and families across Canada.

Electronic Mental Health and Psychosocial Support (eMHPSS) represents a transformative approach to providing mental health services. Using technology, eMHPSS overcomes physical barriers, ensuring timely and accessible care in conflict zones and remote areas. Services such as teletherapy, video consultations, and self-help applications allow professionals to reach affected populations effectively, even …

DIVERT Mental Health, in collaboration with Mitacs, is paving the way for innovative partnerships that bridge the gap between academic research and real-world industry challenges, particularly in the child and youth mental health field. This initiative aims to leverage technology to improve mental health outcomes for those who need it …

The demand for mental healthcare services is at an all-time high to combat this we need new solutions and care delivery models, amplified by modern, flexible, and purpose-built technology. Unfortunately, most mental health delivery organisations fall well short on the technology front. Rather than being enabled by their technology, they …

As a pioneering force in transforming mental health care, eMHIC continues to make significant strides on the global stage. From shaping conversations at prestigious events to driving innovation in humanitarian settings, eMHIC is at the forefront of reshaping how the world perceives, delivers, and embraces digital to improve access to …

Young people globally are disproportionately affected by mental health issues. Between 2015 and 2020, Canadian youth aged 16–24 experienced a sharper decline in mental health compared to the general population, mirroring trends seen worldwide. Suicide remains the second leading cause of death among youth globally, a grim statistic that highlights …

About the WebinarFollowing the powerful insights shared in our first session, Bridging Minds: The Transformative Power of Digital Storytelling in Mental Health Care, this webinar will continue to explore how digital storytelling is reshaping mental health care by connecting clinical knowledge with the real, lived experiences of those navigating mental …

Crisis support services, encompassing helplines, web chat, and text-based assistance, have emerged as a cornerstone of global mental health and suicide prevention strategies. This year, on World Mental Health Day, four leading international networks—Lifeline International, the International Federation of Telephone Emergency Services (IFOTES), Befrienders Worldwide, and the International Council for …

eMHIC’s Executive Director, Professor Anil Thapliyal’s recent trip to Brisbane and Adelaide in Australia and New Zealand’s capital, Wellington, highlighted these regions as powerhouses in digital mental health innovation. Anil was accompanied by renowned digital mental health experts Kathy Hay (CEO and President of Kids Help Phone) and Professor Andrew …