This funding is part of a commitment of $100 million to support the mental health of those most affected by COVID-19.

May 13, 2024 | Gatineau, QC | Health Canada

By making strategic investments to help address the specific challenges faced by youth, particularly those who face disproportionate barriers because of systemic racism, discrimination, socio economic status or social exclusion, the Government of Canada will ensure that all people in Canada get the mental health and substance use supports they need, when and where they need them.

Today, Minister Steven MacKinnon on behalf of the Honourable Ya’ara Saks, Minister of Mental Health and Addictions and Associate Minister of Health, announced $450,000 in funding for Table Éducation Outaouais to support the mental health of elementary school students in Québec’s Outaouais region.

With this funding, the Simply me/Simplement Moi project aims to promote positive body image, build self-esteem and reduce bullying among students ages 10 to 12 who attend elementary schools in the Outaouais region. It also includes activities aimed at reducing internalization of harmful media messages, reducing unhealthy weight control methods and improving self-efficacy.

This announcement is part of a $100 million investment provided in Budget 2021 to support projects that promote mental health and prevent mental illness in populations disproportionately affected by the COVID-19 pandemic, including youth.