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This data blog presents statistics on some positive mental health outcomes and determinants in Canada. The ability of those living with a mental disorder to experience high positive mental health is also highlighted.

Positive mental health is the capacity to feel, think, and act in ways that enhance the ability to enjoy life and deal with challenges.

Positive mental health is the capacity of each and all of us to feel, think, and act in ways that enhance our ability to enjoy life and deal with the challenges we face.

Positive mental health is the capacity of people to feel, think, and act in ways that enhance the ability to enjoy life and deal with challenges.

Positive relationships play an important role in the mental health and well-being of youth. These include relationships with family and peers, and in schools and communities. Persistent negative thoughts and feelings may be related to poor mental health and well-being.

This data blog presents statistics on happiness and life satisfaction in Canada. Statistics on physical activity, social support, community involvement, and stigma in Canada are also reported as examples of determinants of positive mental health.

The COVID-19 pandemic, along with related stressors and physical distancing measures, are affecting the mental health and well-being of many federal public servants. The risk landscape for workplace psychological health and safety is also changing as a result. There are at least 13 psychosocial factors that employers can and should address. When addressed effectively, these factors have the potential to positively impact the mental health, psychological safety and participation of employees.

Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention in Canada: Research, Policy and Practice (the HPCDP Journal) is the monthly, online scientific journal of the Health Promotion and Chronic Disease Prevention Branch of the Public Health Agency of Canada.The journal publishes articles on disease prevention, health promotion and health equity in the areas of chronic diseases, injuries and life course health. Content includes research from fields such as public/community health, epidemiology, biostatistics, the behavioural and social sciences, and health services or economics.

Policies related to Mental Health.

Young people are highly aware of the relationship between mental health, addiction, and crime. Youth agree that the Criminal Justice System (CJS) must take a more active role to address mental health issues through programming and services both within and connected to the CJS.