Mental illness affects people of all ages and from all walks of life. According to the Mental Health Commission of Canada, one in five people in Canada will experience a mental health issue or illness in any given year. Over the past 9 years, Canadians and people around the globe have joined in the world’s largest conversation around mental health on Bell Let’s Talk Day. Together we have taken big steps to reduce the stigma around mental health issues.
In a recent survey conducted by Nielsen Consumer Insights in 2019, 84% of Canadians now say they are comfortable speaking with others about mental health, compared to only 42% in 2012.
However, there is still work to be done to ensure all Canadians have access to the mental health support they need. This year, on Bell Let’s Talk Day Canadians are encouraged to share the actions, large and small, that they are taking to improve the lives of people living with mental health issues.
That’s why we’re joining in on the 10th annual Bell Let’s Talk Day to help create positive change. SafetyDriven – TSCBC is joining in to help create positive change.
When it comes to mental health, every action counts.
On Bell Let’s Talk Day, for every text, mobile and long distance call made on the Bell network, tweet using #BellLetsTalk, social media video view, or use of the Facebook frame or Snapchat filter, Bell will contribute 5 cents more to Canadian mental health programs.
You can also learn more about some of the organizations providing meaningful mental health supports and services throughout Canada and download the to begin your own conversation about mental health at home, school or in the workplace.
Join in to as we work together to improve the lives of Canadians living with mental health issues and help create positive change.